duracoat AR
Elastomeric, flexible cementitious waterproofing coating
DESCRIPTION
duracoat AR when mixed, applied and
cured provides an impermeable
elastomeric, flexible waterproof and
protective coating
USES
• As an elastomeric cementitious
coating to waterproof and protect
reinforced concrete structures.
• To waterproof concrete
reservoirs, canals, concrete
elements below sub-soil,
culverts, koi ponds and water
retaining features/fountains.
• Waterproofing of balconies,
showers and terraces.
• A protective coating to concrete
structures to prevent the ingress
of CO2 and water-borne
contaminants like chloride ions.
• An intermediate layer, offering
these properties, to receive a
decorative coating.
• Flexible coating for brick and
block structures for
waterproofing and protection.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
• Ease of application, pre-packed
and ready to use, applied by
brush, roller, steel float or
sprayed applications.
• Suitable for use in potable water
structures.
• Withstands high negative and
positive hydrostatic heads.
• Elastomeric, flexible
cementitious coating.
• Suitable for internal and external
applications – UV resistant.
• Excellent adhesion to prepared
cementitious substrates.
• Excellent waterproofing
properties – external and
immersed conditions.
• Excellent barrier against CO2
and chloride ingress.
• Can be applied to green/damp
cementitious surfaces.
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no free water on the surface prior to
TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES applying duracoat AR.
The damp surface provides ease of
Colour Grey
application and spreading of duracoat
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Pot life @ 25 C + 1 hour AR. More importantly, it reduces
Equivalent suction experienced on porous
concrete cover @ > 150 m surfaces, which will impair the
3mm DFT products bonding properties.
Do not apply duracoat AR to a
Chloride ion
Nil surface that is free water.
penetration
Should any repair work to the structure
Minimum be required, or to plug running water
application in
2
4 kg/m for both holes, contact abe's technical
2 coats + 2 mm coats department for information on the
thick (WFT) durarep range of repair systems.
Typical CO2
diffusion > 50 m MIXING
resistance
Ensure that the mixing equipment is
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Average density 1 820 kg/m clean and of sufficient volume to
Solvent resistance Low accommodate a full kit of duracoat
AR.
Positive > 80 m The mixer should preferably be a slow-
Hydrostatic
(0,8 Mpa) speed heavy-duty mechanical drill
pressure
Negative > 30 m fitted with a suitable stirrer, with the
resistance
(0,3 Mpa) end having a helix type configuration
Static crack to provide a homogeneous smooth,
< 0,3 mm lump-free consistency. The mixer
bridging
should operate at 300 to 600 r/min.
First add the liquid component to the
• Excellent crack bridging mixing vessel. While the stirrer is
properties. running, slowly add the powder to the
liquid, ensuring that the stirrer is
SURFACE PREPARATION rotated around the container to pick up
any material that may be trapped in
The substrate must be clean, sound, the corners. Mixing time will be 3 to 4
and free of any oil, grease, loose minutes after the final powder is added
particles, cement laitance, algae and until a homogeneous, smooth, lump
other contaminants. Should free consistency is achieved.
compressed air be employed, ensure Note: Lifting the stirrer too close to the
that the air is clean and oil free. The surface, or high-speed mixing, will
cleaning method may be carried out by
entrap air - this must be avoided.
light grit blasting and high-pressure Thorough mixing of the product is
water jetting. essential; or the performance
A sound exposed aggregate surface is properties will not be achieved.
desirable and the surface texture
should resemble a fine wood float
COVERAGE
finish. The profile, as in most coatings,
from peak to valley must not exceed A 25,5 kg kit of duracoat AR will cover
25% of the final coating thickness. 2
approximately 14 m at a thickness of
The substrate is required to be well 1 mm.
saturated with clean water, normally A minimum of 2 coats is required at a
2 hours prior to application and left to 2
rate of 2 kg/m per coat.
dry to a damp surface. There must be
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Note: Wastage and irregular surfaces
profiles will reduce the practical
coverage rates.
APPLICATION
duracoat AR may be applied by
brush, steel float, and roller or sprayed
onto the prepared surface.
Apply duracoat AR in two applications
ensuring that the coverage is correctly
maintained i.e. a minimum of
2/
2 kg/m coat (2 coats are required).
The product could become thick and
sticky and appears to drag on the
application surface when applying the
first coat. If the product is still in its pot
life this will be as a result of drying of
the surface which needs to be re-
dampened. Do not add water to the
product in any way.
The second coat does not require
priming or wetting down, only ensure
that the surface is kept clean.
The second coat may commence as
soon as the first coat is touch dry and
will not be marred by the successive
application, normally 3 to 4 hours at
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25 C and 50% relative humidity.
Ensure the correct film thickness is
applied during the second coat
application.
The final coat must be applied in the
same direction to obtain a uniform
finish. There is no maximum time
required between coats although after
some time surface contamination
could become a concern.
Pin holes and small imperfections may
be filled by mixing duracoat AR with
less of the liquid component and
skimming the surface with a steel float
and allowing the product to cure for
approximately 2 to 3 hours at 25 C
o duracoat AR is supplied as a two-
before applying the first coat.
For static cracks greater than 0,3 mm,
cut & rake out to a depth of 15 mm by
5 mm wide and clean. Apply duracoat
AR by trowel or spatula to fill the
cracks and allow to cure before the
first coat application.
Block or long-haired brushes, medium-
haired roller and steel floats are
acceptable tools for application.
Textured type finishes are generally
obtained from roller or brush
applications. The use a steel float for
finishing will provide a smooth surface
if required.
In spray applications, trials are to be
conducted to ensure that the correct
nozzle is used and application rates
are achieved. As spray applications
cover larger areas quicker than other
methods, it is important that regular
wet film thickness measurements are
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taken, normally every 5 - 10 m² To obtain the full benefit of the
depending on applicators confidence. properties of duracoat AR, the
The areas that were under-applied will product must cure for a minimum of 3
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need additional coats to raise the film to 4 days at 25 C, at lower
thickness as required. temperatures longer curing periods will
Cleanliness is vital in this process as be required.
any lumps or dried/thick material from duracoat AR is fully compatible with
previous applications will block the the duracote range of coatings and
nozzle or equipment. may be overcoated as required.
Smooth finishes may be obtained by
use of a steel float if required. TEMPERATURE AND RELATIVE
HUMIDITY
Joint sealing
Surface and ambient temperature,
All joints are to be sealed with the o
ideally, should be between 20 C and
appropriate sealant, related to o
30 C.
structure and design, prior to applying Do not apply duracoat AR at
duracoat AR. A silicone type release o
temperatures below +5 C or above
tape should be applied over the o
35 C.
sealant, followed by the duracoat AR Drying times may vary due to
application, and then removed while temperature, humidity and wind
the duracoat AR is still uncured to fluctuation. Generally higher
reveal the sealant. temperatures accelerate curing and
Note: The product's performance lower temperatures retard curing.
properties are dependent on the final
application thickness and this should
MODEL SPECIFICATION FOR
be verified by using a film thickness
gauge and measuring the quantity of
material applied to a given area. Two-component, polymer-modified,
The mixed material should be applied cementitious, anti-carbonation and
within 1 hour of mixing, discard older chloride ion barrier coating.
material and mix a fresh batch.
Never add water to the surface during The protective coating will be
finishing as this dilutes the polymers duracote AR, a two-component,
and causes it to bleed to the surface polymer-modified, cementitious, anti-
and will result in white blotchy stains. carbonation and chloride ion barrier
Never re-temper the product. coating and will be applied at the
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No curing membranes are required. minimum rate of 4 kg/m in accordance
duracoat AR does not provide a with the recommendations of abe
decorative or aesthetic finish. A Construction Chemicals.
sample section is to be carried out in
order to establish acceptance for the PACKAGING
type of finish required.
CLEANING component, grey, polymer-modified,
liquid cementitious system, in a
Clean all tools with water before the combined 25,5 kg kit.
product hardens. Hardened material duracoat liquid is supplied in 5,5 kg
can only be removed by mechanical plastic containers.
means. duracoat AR is supplied in 20 kg
polyethylene lined paper bags.
PROTECTION ON COMPLETION
HANDLING & STORAGE
In rapid drying conditions caused by
high winds or direct sunlight, additional This product has a shelf life of
precautions should be included like 12 months if kept in a dry cool place in
sealing with polythene sheeting having the original unopened packaging. In
the edges taped down. more extreme conditions this period
Similarly in cold conditions, the might be shortened.
repaired area must be protected from duracoat AR must be protected from
freezing. freezing during storage. Product that
Protect the finished surface from any has been allowed to freeze at any
rain or other water for a minimum of stage must be discarded.
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4 hours at 20 C while the product is
curing.
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HEALTH & SAFETY

Cured or wet duracoat AR is non-

toxic, non-flammable but highly
alkaline. Always wear gloves and
protective clothing when working with
the material and avoid excessive
inhalation, ingestion and skin contact.
If material is splashed in the eye, wash
with plenty of clean water and seek
medical attention.
Disposable product should be allowed
to cure; it is non-toxic and may be
discarded as per non-hazardous
materials.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This data sheet is issued as a guide to

the use of the product(s) concerned.
Whilst abe Construction Chemicals
endeavours to ensure that any advice,
recommendation, specification or
information is accurate and correct, the
company cannot - because abe has no
direct or continuous control over where
and how abe products are applied -
accept any liability either directly or
indirectly arising from the use of abe
products, whether or not in accordance
with any advice, specification,
recommendation, or information given
by the company.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Where other products are to be used

in conjunction with this material, the
relevant technical data sheets should
be consulted to determine total
requirements. abe Construction
Chemicals has a wealth of technical
and practical experience built up over
years in the company’s pursuit of
excellence in building and construction
technology.

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