ARCACLEAR KIT - Arcaclear transparent waterproof coating kit

Arcaclear Terrace Transparent Waterproof Coating Instructions Of Use

Application conditions:

• Do not apply Arcaclear Terrace on surfaces treated with active silane, siloxane, silicon or other water repellents
• Do not apply if it is raining or snowing or if rain or snow are forecast with a 48-hour delay.

The Arcaclear Terrace transparent waterproofing system will cure well under normal climatic conditions (5-35° C, dry weather).
Lower temperatures will slow down curing time and higher temperatures will accelerate the curing time.

Surface preparation:

Optimum performance is achieved by using the right combination of products, surface preparation and application procedures.
Careful attention to the preparation of the surface is essential.

• Surfaces to be coated must be dry, clean, sound and free of all contaminants, loose particles, dirt and dust.
• Surfaces with trapped moisture (under tiling for instance) must be left to dry thoroughly before application.
• New concrete must be left to dry at least 28 days before applying the Arcaclear Terrace system.
• Glass and glazed surfaces must be primed Arcaclear P1 - PRIMER for non-porous surfaces.

Repair Cracks and Joints before application:

The careful and thorough repairing of cracks is important to ensure long-lasting waterproofing of the surface.
Clean all concrete cracks (less than 2 mm), hairline cracks, expansion joints etc.of dirt, dust and loose particles.
Use a transparent polyurethane mastic to seal.

All internal angles can be reinforced with our transparent polyurethane mastic.

Arcaclear TerraceTransparent Waterproof Coating Kit Application:

TOOLS

Roller

Prepare tile joint:

If your ceramic tile joint are too porous or very large (more than 1 cm) , apply a thin coat of Arcaclear resin only on the joint (not on the tile) before applying primer
Let it dry 2-3 hours

STEP 1 - Arcaclear PRIMER

Arcaclear P1 - PRIMER for porous surfaces. Apply 1 coat, Drying time: 2 to 6 hours
Arcaclear P2 - PRIMER for non-porous surfaces. Apply 1 coat, drying time: 30 mn to 2 hours

STEP 2 - Arcaclear RESIN

A minimum coverage rate of 1 kg/m² in 2 to 3 coats is necessary to obtain a dry film no more than 1mm thick.

Using a roller or serrated trowel, apply the 1st coat, covering the entire surface area.
Let dry 12(minimum) to 18 hours (maximum) and apply the 2nd coat. (Horizontal = 2 coats, Vertically= 3 coats)

The Arcaclear Terrace resin will dry to a shiny glazed finish. If you wish to obtain a matte finish, choose "matte" which will include ARCACLEAR FINISH in your kit.

STEP 3 - Arcaclear TRAFFIC sealant

Arcaclear traffic will protect the Arcaclear resin and avoid the whitening of the resin in contact with rain or water. Besides, it will give you a finish to render your transparent waterproofing membrane resistant when resin submerged in water.
If needed you can include our corundum which, when incorporated in Arcaclear traffic, makes your surface anti-slip.

STEP 4 - Arcaclear FINISHES (optional)

Arcaclear FINISH is a transparent polyurethane coating which will leave your surface treated with Arcaclear with a matt/satin finish.
To obtain the matt finish, respect a coverage rate of 0,1 kg/m² .
The last coat of Arcaclear must have dried a minimum 12 hours and a maximum of 18 hours before applying Arcaclear FINISH
Apply with a roller.

Drying time

Recoatable: 12 hours minimum, 18 hours maximum between coats.
Curing time of the whole system : 7 days. Avoid contact with water or rain during this period.

Clean up:

Acetone – xylène

Each kit is pre-packaged to waterproof a surface area of 5m² or 10m².

Can be stored in dry and cool rooms for up to 9 months.
Protect the material against moisture and direct sunlight.
Storage temperature: 5-30°C.
Products should remain in their original, unopened containers, bearing the manufacturers name, product designation, batch number and application precaution labels.keep 1 year in original unopened packaging

Arcaclear Terrace FAQ'S:

Q. How do I know the difference between a porous tile and a non-porous tile?
A. The water droplet test is a user-friendly way to determine whether your tile is porous or non-porous.
To perform the test, drop water droplets onto the floor. If the water droplets penetrate within 3 minutes or less, the tile is porous. If the water stays on the surface, it is non-porous.