Installation Instructions
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is also recommended. If water continues to
bead on the surface, re-treat the area again
until the beading stops. The water should
soak in and penetrate readily to show that
the concrete is ready for coating. If there are
considerable contaminated areas that require
the application of the 100% concentrate
of etching solution, it will be necessary to
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to
complete the etching of the main concrete slab.
CONCRETE PREPARATION: Use the
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(optional) to
open the pores of the concrete, to provide
the proper adhesion required for a long
SLABS. While the etching will prepare the
concrete, cleaning is to be done prior to the
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please make sure to wear the proper protective
equipment and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
WOOD PREPARATION: Using 80 grit
sandpaper, sand wood surface to remove mil
wipe clean with solvent.
TILE PREPARATION: Using 80 grit sandpaper,
wipe clean with solvent.
MURATIC ACID: Muriatic Acid is just that, an
acid. It is harmful to use and harmful to the
environment. The health and environmental
impact of Muriatic Acid is not the only reason
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chooses to use an
alternative etching solution. Muriatic Acid
can have a negative impact on the condition
of your concrete as well. Improper, or lack
pH level in your concrete that can cause
premature failure of any coating system.
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recommends the use of the
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(optional).
This product is not intended for exterior use.
Use tape to keep areas such as wood trim,
frames, etc. clean. These items may be hard to
cut in around and you may get some coating on
them. The most important area to protect when
installing in a garage will be the termination
point under the garage door. Use two strips of
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Interior
It is not intended for exterior use.
Keep children and pets indoors and away
from the work area at all times during the
installation. Make sure to read and follow
all safety guidelines during all phases of
application.
Thoroughly sweep out all dust and dirt on the
The concrete should accept the water evenly
and consistently across the entire surface to
be coated. If there are areas of beading on the
surface, it represents a possible contaminate
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a stiff bristled broom, rinse and inspect again.
If water continues to bead on the surface,
re-treat the stain and scrub again until water
no longer beads in that area. Once you have
determined that water is no longer beading
on the surface, you are now ready to etch the
concrete. Please see recommended safety
practices located on container.
Solution
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according to mix ratio (3 parts water
product to a plastic watering can. Working in
solution around with a stiff bristle broom. Upon
initial application of the Safe-Etch a frothing
should occur for a few seconds while being
scrubbed. If the concrete does not froth it
must be chemically or mechanically removed
as previously discussed.