Applying EPOX-Z

Applicators love EPOX-Z High Performance Coatings for their easy application, and minimal surface preparation.  EPOX-Z products are applied by approved applicators. If you wish to become an approved applicator, please contact us by completing the form below.

EPOX-Z High Performance Coatings can be applied to concrete, wood, metal, pressure treated lumber, fiberglass, and other building materials as EPOX-Z  High Performance Coatings are self-priming. EPOX-Z High Performance Coatings do not require thinning with water, mineral spirits or any other thinning agent.  It’s simple, quick and fast curing.

Surface Preparation

Remove all loose paint, dirt, oils and grease from the surface to be coated. New concrete must be cured for a minimum of 28 days. If corrosion is tightly adhered to the metal surface no blasting is required. If corrosion is loose on the metal surface a simple pass with a wire wheel to remove the loose rust is all that is normally required. For non-ferrous metals contact EPOX-Z Customer Service.

Moisture in the concrete – Apply a 2′ x 2′ sheet of plastic (such as a heavy-duty garbage bag or 1 gallon plastic storage bag) to an area of the surface to be coated. Tape down the edges with duct tape and allow to sit for 24 hours. If water droplets appear on the bottom of the plastic or if concrete appears wet (darker in color), moisture is trapped in the concrete and the surface should not be coated.

Loose or poorly cured concrete or concrete dust – If the concrete is loose, chipping (spalled), or has concrete dust present, the coating will not perform properly unless all loose material and dust is removed and damaged areas repaired.

Cure Time

Surface should be ready for heavy items and normal foot traffic in 24 hours. FOR FULL CURE AND VEHICLE TRAFFIC, ALLOW 7 DAYS. Note: Cure times increase at cooler temperatures.

 

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