Stormcoat

Typical Uses

Stormcoat™ is ideal for the protection of all exterior masonry where maximum durability and resistance to dirt pick up is required.

Suitable Substrates

Following application of a suitable primer where applicable, Stormcoat™ may be applied to brick, block, concrete, render and plaster.

Packaging

Stormcoat™ is supplied in 5 litre units.

Please consult the technical data sheet for full technical product data.

Application temperature: +5°C.

Do not apply in damp conditions or if there is a likelihood of rain. This product is best applied early in the day to ensure full drying before any evening condensation cycle.

Coverage per unit: 30-35m²

Note: This is dependent on the texture and porosity of the surface.

Curing times:

Touch Dry @ 20°C: 30 minutes

Hard dry @20°C: 2 hours

Re-coatable: Minimum of 2 hours in dry conditions

Drying times will be extended at lower temperatures.

Number of parts supplied: 1 (Single Pack)

Surface Preparation

THOROUGH SUBSTRATE PREPARATION IS ESSENTIAL.
Ensure surface is clean, dry and free from dirt, grease and other contamination. Scrape back unsound surfaces and repair. Treat any algae or fungal growth with Polycote Destroy IT. Highly chalky and friable surfaces should be treated with Stormcoat Rubberised Sealer. Porous surfaces should be primed with Stormcoat Sealer. Please contact Polycote Technical help line for relevant Data Sheets.

Application

Mixing – Stir thoroughly before use.
Thinners – Water.
Brush or Roller – Supplied ready for use. May be thinned 10% with water for first coat application onto porous surfaces although sealer is recommended. Two full coats will cover most surfaces.
Conventional spray – Thin with up to 10% water. Use 30-40 psi pressure and 1.8-2.5mm nozzle.
Airless spray – Thin with up to 5% water. Use 0.38-0.53mm nozzle and 2000 psi pressure.
Air assisted airless spray – Thin with up to 10% water. Use a 1.8-2.5mm nozzle and 1000-1500 psi pressure.

Curing Time

At 20˚C, Stormcoat™ is touch dry after 30 minutes, hard dry after 2 hours and re-coatable after a minimum of 2 hours in dry conditions. Drying times will be extended at lower temperatures.

Application Conditions

Minimum application temperature is +5˚C. Do not apply in damp conditions or if there is a likelihood of rain. This product is best applied early in
the day to ensure full drying before any evening condensation cycle.

Coverage

The coverage per 5.0 litre unit of Stormcoat™ is approximately 30-35m², depending on the texture and porosity of the surface.

Cleaning

Tools and equipment should be cleaned whilst product is still wet, using warm soapy water. Hands and skin should be cleaned immediately with organic hand cleaner.

Shelf Life and Storage

Store in cool, dry conditions above 5°C and protect from frost.

Before using this product, please ensure you have received & read carefully both the Hazard Label applied to the container & the relevant Material
Safety Data Sheets.