TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Castleseal Hydrophilic Primer

DESCRIPTION AND USES

Castleseal Hydrophilic Primer is a clear, solvent based epoxy primer, which is used on porous substrates to remove moisture and seal the pores prior to painting. The hydrophilic properties of Castleseal enable it to locate and displace water from the pores of the substrate where it then cures to form a permanently sealed surface layer. As well as waterproofing it also prepares the surface for painting with any paint, other coating, plaster or screed. Castleseal Primer will also strengthen porous masonry such as sandstone and limestone reducing the likelihood of spalling. It can be used indoors and out.

USES INCLUDE:

• STONE BUILDINGS

• CONCRETE & BRICK STRUCTURES

• FRIABLE STONE

• PLASTER & GYPSUM

• CONCRETE FLOORS

TECHNICAL DATA

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Colour (mixed)

Viscosity

Specific gravity:

Base

Hardener

Mixing ratio

(by weight)

Working range

Pot life

Min. curing temp.

Tack-free time

Full cure

 

 

Light Straw

Mobile liquid

 

0.91

0.89

2:1 Base to Hardener

 

+ 5 to + 30ºC

24 hours at 25ºC

+5ºC

2 hours at 25ºC

7 days at 25ºC

Water

Oils

Petrol

Diesel Oil

Acetone

Carbon Tetrachloride

Chlorine

Formaldehyde

Hydrochloric Acid

Methyl Ethyl Ketone

Nitric Acid

Phosphoric Acid

Sodium Hydroxide

Sulphuric Acid

 

+

+

+

+

+

+

+

0

+

+

0

+

+

+

 

 

+ = Resistant 0 = Not resistant. All chemical resistance is measured at 21ºC

 

 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Castleseal Hydrophilic Primer can be applied by low pressure spray, roller or brush. One coat will normally be sufficient to seal most porous surfaces and leave the surface ready for painting. All surfaces to which Castleseal Hydrophilic Primer is to be applied should ideally be clean, dry and free from dust and loose particles. Acceptable penetration and adhesion can be achieved on damp surfaces (remove surface water first). Mix two parts of Castleseal Base with one part of Hardener and stir well for 2/3 minutes. (7.5 litre packs are pre-measured). Mixed material will remain usable for 24 hours if the container is kept sealed.

Application with a low pressure sprayer is most economical but rollers and brushes are equally effective (if spraying, use a sprayer suitable for solvents otherwise the internal seals may be affected by solvent). The Castleseal ''Sure Shot'' sprayer is recommended.

After application, allow the material to soak in. Water droplets may appear on the surface as the product penetrates and drives out the moisture. Allow to cure for at least 2 hours before overcoating.

One coat of Castleseal is an effective waterproof barrier and may be over-painted with any conventional paint system. It may also be plastered or rendered over with conventional screeding materials.

WARNING: Castleseal contains volatile, highly flammable solvents. It must only be applied outside or in a well-ventilated area otherwise breathing apparatus and extraction equipment will be required. Observe Health and Safety information on labels.

 

Clean equipment with acetone or M.E.K. before the material cures.

 

QUANTITY ESTIMATION

Wet film thickness 50 microns

Dry film thickness 17 microns

Coverage 15-18 m²/litre

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Castleseal Hydrophilic Primer is only suitable for porous surfaces. Do not attempt to use it on surfaces, which have already been sealed with other products. A small test area will determine whether the product can soak in. If it does not penetrate, do not use.

 

This data is provided in good faith for guidance purposes however due to variations in equipment and local conditions. Users should carry out their own tests to ensure that satisfactory results can be obtained.

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