Strutop Brush

Flexible acrylic polymer modified protective & decorative coating for concrete & masonry

Strutop Brush comprises a two component acrylic polymer modified cementitious coating supplied in ready mix kits. It requires only the site addition of clean water to produce an easily Strutop Brush coating. Strutop Brush can be simply applied by stiff brush, roller, spray or trowel to obtain the desired texture.

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Uses

To protect atmospherically exposed reinforced concrete structures from attack by acid gases, chloride ions, oxygen and water.
The product is also suitable to protect other cementitious substrates and masonry.
It is suitable for use on all types of structures, including those in coastal environments.

Advantages

Excellent barrier to carbon dioxide, chloride ions & water
Allows water vapour to escape from the structure
Waterproof – Suitable for water retaining structures

Appearance

Gray & White Cementitious Powder (special colours on request)

Instructions for use

Surface preparation: All surfaces should be dry and free from contamination such as oil, grease, loose particles, delayed matter, moss, algal growth, laitance and all types of mould release oils and curing compounds.
Mixing: Strutop Brush liquid concentrate should be poured from the plastic container in to the metal drum provided.
Application: For best results, surface should be damp. In order to obtain the protective properties of Strutop Brush, it is important that the correct rates of application are observed.

Specification clauses

The protective coating shall comprise specially selected cements, graded hardwearing aggregates and additives supplied in powder form together with a liquid component of blended acrylic co-polymers and wetting agents. The total dry film thickness of the coating shall not be less than 2 mm and shall be capable of providing resistance to wear and weather and good chemical resistance to mild inorganic acid solution, diesel oil, gasoline, chlorides, de-icing salts, effluents and organic solvents. It shall exhibit positive water pressure resistance up to 7-meter head, dependent on coating thickness.

Packaging & Storage

14 kg packs consist of: Powder: 10 kg bag, Liquid: 4 kg container
Strutop Brush has a minimum shelf life of 12 months at 20°C if kept in a dry store in the original, unopened packs.

Health and safety

Strutop Brush is alkaline and should not come into contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust during mixing. Gloves, goggles and dust mask should be worn. If contact with skin occurs, wash with water. Splashes to eyes should be washed immediately with plenty of clean water and medical advice sought.

Fire

Strutop Brush is non-flammable.