Overview:
INSL-X Epoxy Pool Coating is a two-component, polyamide epoxy coating especially designed for properly prepared concrete, Marcite, Gunite, fibreglass and steel pools. It is extremely durable in fresh and salt water and is resistant to common pool chemicals, including chlorine. Epoxy Pool Paint can be applied directly to a variety of substrates, including properly prepared epoxy coatings.
This is a two-component product with a mix ratio of 1:1. It requires 1 part of the proper “A” or Base Component mixed with 1 part of the proper “B” or Converter Component. Do Not Mix Partial Kits.
Surface Preparation:
The following is a basic guide only. If a previous paint exists and is in good condition, determine the type of pool paint previously used. Epoxy Pool Coating can only be applied over another paint if the previous paint was also a 2-part epoxy. Surfaces to be painted must be clean, dry and free from all oils and grease.
Use a heavy duty citrus based cleaner / degreaser. Hand scrub at the water line where oils from sun tan lotion will tend to migrate.
- Unpainted Concrete: Following a thorough cleaning, new or previously unpainted concrete pools must be etched with a 10% solution of muriatic acid, evenly applied until it ceases to effloresce. Then thoroughly triple rinse with clean water and allow to dry 3 days. It is extremely important to ensure that all traces of acid are thoroughly neutralized and rinsed away. Use a Solution of 1lb. Baking Soda to 5 3.79 Ls Water.
- (Marcite/Gunite/Diamond Brite): Following a thorough cleaning, new or previously unpainted plaster must be etched with a 10% solution of muriatic acid, evenly applied until it ceases to effloresce. Then thoroughly triple rinse with clean water and allow to dry 3 days.
- Unpainted Fibreglass: Following a thorough cleaning, new or previously unpainted fibreglass should be scuff sanded with 150 – 180 grit sandpaper or equivalent. Rinse off sanding dust and allow to dry 24 hours.
- Unpainted Steel: Following a thorough cleaning, inspect for rust. Remove rust following Hand Tool Cleaning (SSPC-SP 2) or Power Tool cleaning (SSPC-SP 3). Prime with Corotech® Polyamide Epoxy Primer V150.
- Previously Painted Pools: Scrub surface with a Pool Cleaner to get rid of all chalk, scum, oil, dirt and suntan lotions. Flush with plenty of clean water and let dry. Scuff sand with 150 – 180 grit sandpaper or equivalent. Rinse off sanding dust and allow to dry 24 hours
Application:
Mix each individual component thoroughly prior to inter-mixing the two. ”A” and “B” must be combined together (1:1 ratio) and thoroughly mixed. A drill mixer at low speed should be used to accomplish this task. Then allow the mixture to induct (refer to page 1). This induction time is critical and should be the same for all kits.
Do not mix partial containers. Do not mix more material than can be used in 3-6 hours. Do not scrape the sides of the final container when using the last of the catalyzed product as this may introduce partially uncatalyzed product to be applied.
This product is formulated to be applied without thinning. Do not thin if this would result in the product exceeding any VOC regulations in effect where it is being applied. POOL PAINT MUST BE APPLIED IN MULTIPLE THIN COATS. DO NOT APPLY HEAVILY. TWO COATS ARE REQUIRED.
This product can be applied by Brush, Roller or Spray. Roller application is
preferred. Follow spread rate recommendations. Do not apply heavier than
recommendations. Always apply two coats of pool paint. If sprayed, back-rolling is required.
NOTE:
If more than 72 hours (25 °C [77 °F]) elapses between coats, sand the film to provide sufficient profile (150-180 grit). Do not apply this product if the material, substrate or ambient temperature is below 10 °C (50 °F) or above 37.7 °C (100 °F). Do not paint if surface temperature is within 5 degrees of the dew point. Wherever possible, avoid painting in direct sunlight.
