How to Guide

TECHNICAL DATA
ROCKSOLID
®
PEARLESCENT FLOOR COATING KIT
Form: GDH-1240
Rev.: 113016
2
.SURFACE PREPARATION cont.) .
Pre-wet entire floor using a hose; then remove pooled
water. Use a plastic watering can to evenly distribute the
etch solution over a 10’ x 10’ section of floor. Scrub
vigorously with a bristle brush to loosen dirt and dust.
Keep the section wet until it has been etched and rinsed;
then move on to the next section.
Once completed, rinse and squeegee the entire floor to
remove any traces of etch. DO NOT leave pooled water
on the floor. Etch will not discolor driveways or harm grass
or plants if rinsed thoroughly. Allow the floor to dry. Rub
your fingers over the dry floor. If dust or powder comes off
on your fingers, repeat scrubbing and rinsing until the floor
is clean. Allow the floor to dry completely. Note: If the floor
is not thoroughly cleaned and rinsed, the coating may not
adhere properly.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint from
any surface, you may release lead paint dust. LEAD IS
TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE;
ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN
SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH
approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up
carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you
start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by
contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-
424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
MIXING
MIX ONLY ONE POUCH AT A TIME. Both components
and the environment should be pre- conditioned to a
minimum of 40ºF (4ºC) prior to use. Be sure the air and
surface temperatures are at least 5º above the dew point.
Thoroughly mix the material in the pouch by shaking it
back and forth and squeezing each side of the pouch.
Combine the two components Part A and Part B by
placing the pouch on the ground and rolling it from Part A
side towards Part B. The pressure created by rolling the
pouch will force the middle seal to burst allowing the two
components to mix together. Thoroughly mix the material
by shaking the pouch back and forth and squeezing the
edges and corners for 2-3 minutes.
The product is now activated and must be applied in 45
minutes to 1 hour. Once the material in thoroughly mixed,
use scissors to cut a corner off the pouch and pour the
contents into a 5 quart mixing bucket (sold separately).
Add the silver mica additive into the bucket and mix with a
drill motor and mixing blade or stir stick for 1-2 minutes.
APPLICATION
Apply only when air, material and floor temperatures are
between 40-90°F (4-32°C). Extreme cold application
temperatures may slow the cure time. Do not apply in
direct sunlight. Do not coat the floor if it is raining or if
extremely damp conditions exist. The concrete surface
must be completely dry at the time of the application to
achieve proper adhesion.
.PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
Pour the mixed material from the bucket directly onto the
floor about a foot back from the corner wall in 2” wide
ribbons about 5 feet long. Alternate Method: Pour the
contents into a standard paint tray, rather than directly
onto the floor. Trim the edges from the poured ribbon of
material using a good quality synthetic brush. Use the
RockSolid ⅜” Microfiber Roller Cover and 9” roller
frame to apply the coating evenly to the floor in 4’ x 4’
sections in an “M” and “W” pattern. De-lint the microfiber
roller cover prior to application.
Continue working in 4’ x 4’ sections, pouring a new ribbon
2’ away from the previous section. Use the roller to pull the
material back first; then push forward to fill in the void
between sections. Overlap into the previously coated
areas while taking care to avoid creating thick spots.
Occasionally stir the product in the bucket to keep the
mica additive mixed. Coverage and opacity may vary
based on the condition and porosity of the concrete. Only
one coat is necessary. Do not coat over control joints. Use
a flexible control joint fill material if desired. Repeat the
above steps for each additional pouch.
COVERAGE RATE
Each Pearlescent floor Coating Kit will cover 200-250
square feet. Coverage may vary based on condition and
porosity of the concrete.
DRY TIME
Temperature and humidity may affect drying time. Do not
walk on the coating while it is still tacky. Surface should be
ready for foot traffic in 8-10 hours and vehicle traffic in 24-
36 hours depending upon temperature and humidity.
CLEAN-UP
Clean tools and equipment with mineral spirits. Allow
unused product to harden in container and dispose
according to local regulations.
LIMITATIONS
This product must be installed at the specified spread
rates to perform as described. Do not apply in direct
sunlight. Do not apply product when the substrate and
ambient temperatures are steadily below 40°F (4°C).
SHELF LIFE and STORAGE
Twenty-four (24) months in factory delivered unopened
pouches. Keep away from extreme heat, cold and
moisture. Maintain at a proper storage temperature of 45-
90°F. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from fire
hazards.