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DESCRIPTION @ 30°C

Super Thoroseal is a blend of Portland Application temperature 5°C


Tests carried out under temperature controlled conditions
cements, selected aggregates and spray dried of 21°C. After 28 days. Curing: 7 days water-immersed, 21
polymer modifying agents. The aggregates are days ambient.
carefully graded. When mixed with clean water
to a slurry consistency, Super Thoroseal can
APPLICATIONS
be applied easily with a stiff hand brush,
broom or spray equipment. Substrate Preparation
The surface to be coated must be clean and
FIELDS OF APPLICATION sound. Remove all traces of formwork, release
agents, previous coatings, laitance and any
 As a waterproofing coating for concrete and contaminants that may affect the bond
masonry. adversely. Suitable cleaning methods include
 Waterproofing of floors and walls in high-pressure water treatment and grit
showers, bathrooms, lavatories and other blasting. NOT recommended are chemical
sanitary rooms, before the placing of cleaning treatments of aggressive percussive
decorative finish. methods such as scabbing. After the above
 Waterproofing of basement, foundations, treatment, surfaces must be thoroughly
concrete water tanks, roof decks, firewall, washed with clean potable water to remove all
swimming pools, etc. dust and loose particles.
Cracks and bolt holes must be cut out and
FEATURES AND BENEFITS filled solid with WATERPLUG prior to the
application of SUPER THOROSEAL.
- Water vapour permeable – Durable, it
resists positive and negative water pressure, Mixing
making it suitable for interior use, above and Mixing liquid : ± 5.4 liters (5.0 – 5.8)clean
below ground level. water/25kg powder
Blend 25 kg of powder into approximately 5.4
- High bond strength – Becomes integral part
liters of clean water. The quantity may vary
of the substrate. slightly depending upon the ambient
- Correct application rate – Cost effective. conditions. In all instances, it is important that
- Easy to apply – Mixed with water only; can the material is mixed to the correct
be brushed or sprayed; can be applied on a consistency.
damp substrate; equipment cleans simply with Keep the quantity of liquid the same for all
mixes, in order to avoid as much as possible
water.
batch to batch variation.
- Cement based and solvent free -
Environmentally friendly. Powder mixing
Gradually add the powder to the water and mix
PROPERTIES using a slow speed-drill (400-600 rpm). Mix
until a thick, batter-like consistency is
Compressive strength obtained. Leave the SUPER THOROSEAL to
White 35 N/mm² stand for 5-10 minutes to allow full saturation
Grey 45 N/mm² to take place. Re-mix, adding a small quantity
Supply form Powder of water if required, to restore the consistency.
Do not exceed the maximum liquid demand.
Compressive strength
White 2.08 kg/dm³
Grey 2.06 kg/dm³

Pot Life 1 hour (approx.)


@ 20°C ½ hour (approx.)

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Application
Do not apply SUPER THOROSEAL to frozen
substrates or if the ambient temperature is ESTIMATING DATA
below 5 C or expected to fall below 5 C within
24 hours. A two layer application requires approximately
2
Avoid application in direct sunlight. 3.0 to 4.5 kg./m and will be strongly
Always apply the mix to a pre-dampened influenced by the roughness of the substrate.
surface. High-suction substrates require more
dampening than dense substrates. However,
make sure there is no free-standing water. PACKAGING
Apply by brush or broom or with traditional
mortar sparing equipment. Mixed material Available in 2 colors, white and gray.
must be used within 45 minutes, or less under 4.5 kg. cans (4 units per box) and 25 kg. bags
hot weather conditions. The actual nominal
thickness per coat must be 1.0 and 1.5 mm.
STORAGE
First Coat
Brush or broom the mix firmly onto the pre- SUPER THOROSEAL should be stored under
dampened, prepared surface. After completing cover, clear off the ground and stocked not
2 or 3m , strike off with the brush or broom in more than 6 sacks high. Protect the materials
one direction for aesthetic purposes. Care from all sources of moisture and frost.
must be taken not to spread the material too
thinly.
When the material begins to drag or “ball”, do PRECAUTIONS
not add more water, but dampen the surface
again. SUPER THOROSEAL is based on cement
and can be irritating to the skin and eyes.
Second Coat Gloves and eye protection should be worn.
Allow at least overnight to cure before applying The use of dust mask is recommended.
subsequent coats. Dampen the first coat and Accidental splashes of the material to the skin
remove excess moisture. If SUPER or eyes should be immediately washed off with
THOROSEAL is used in closed, poorly clean water. In the event of prolonged irritation
ventilated rooms, condensation may occur on seek medical advice. In the case of ingestion,
the first coat. This condensation must be give water or milk to drink and treat
removed from the surface. Apply the second symptomatically. Medical advice should be
coat at right angles to the first coat to ensure sought.
good covering. For detailed Health, Safety and Environmental
recommendations, please consult and follow
SUPER THOROSEAL can be spray applied all instructions on the Product Material Safety
but should afterwards be brushed well into the Data Sheet.
substrate to ensure proper adhesion.
To improve the aesthetic appearance, an
additional layer can be applied by spray,
eventually sponge floated to give a uniform
surface.

Curing
Under hot excessive drying conditions fog-
spray after the initial set has taken place for as
long as practicable.

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