I. PRODUCT NAME

TEX•COTE^¨ 300, Textured Coating

II. MANUFACTURER

Textured Coatings of America, Inc.

III. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

TEX•COTE^¨ 300, Textured Coating, Spray or Roll:

A high-build, latex (water base) coating featuring rapid drying, good adhesion, and flexibility help compensate for temperature variations. This coating may be used over concrete, cement plaster, block, brick, cement fiber board, metal and other manufacturer approved surfaces; masonry surfaces must cure a minimum of 28 days prior to coating.

LIMITATIONS:
Application of the Coating shall be applied under the following ideal weather conditions:

1. Rain is not imminent and surfaces are not damp or frozen. Avoid freezing product.
2. Temperature is within a 45¡ to 100¡ range.
3. Incompatible substrate release agents, form oils, and any foreign matter are removed prior to priming and coating.
4. Roof and parapet top caps are installed and sealed against water penetration prior to priming & coating.
5. Primer which has been exposed to ultraviolet rays more than four (4) weeks shall be reprimed & coated.
6. Material use is above grade only. Do not use below grade.
7. Joint sealants must cure 48 hours prior to priming and be compatible with selected TEX•COTE^¨ products.
8. Retaining walls, planter boxes, etc. must be waterproofed on the backside with a below grade asphaltic type material prior to backfilling.
9. Mix thoroughly before using. Product must be used within 12 months; stored and handled as specified by manufacturer.
10. Caution: This product, in liquid form, contains ethylene glycol which will cause serious illness or death if swallowed, or if large quantities are absorbed into body. Use in well ventilated areas, use face mask with filter in poorly ventilated areas. In liquid form, keep away from heat sources and children. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Call physician at once.

IV. TECHNICAL DATA

Product Performance Criteria:

• TEX•COTE^¨ 300 meets federal specification TT-C-555b.
• Salt spray test ASTM: B-117-64 - 300 hours
• Freeze/thaw test- 250 cycles
• Twin arc weatherometer test- 2,000 hours accelerated weathering

V. INSTALLATION

Application Equipment:
TEX•COTE^¨ 300 sprayed on; provide spray equipment similar to Graco President, 10:1 pump and Graco 204-000 spray gun. TEX•COTE^¨ application manual available upon request.

TEX•COTE^¨ 300 roll-on; short, medium or long nap rollers may be used for standard application, depending on texture desired.

Surface Preparation:
All surfaces must be sound, clean and dry prior to the application of a primer and coating. Such surface contaminants as dust, dirt, mildew, form oils and loose substrates should be thoroughly removed. Painted surfaces exhibiting loose, flaking, or oxidized paint surfaces must be thoroughly removed by sand blasting, water blasting, electric sanding, or wire brushing as required by the manufacturer. All surfaces must be primed prior to coating.

Large cracks, holes or voids must be filled with cement patching compound which uses a bonding agent similar to TEX•BOND cement adhesive; patching compound finish texture to match existing adjacent surfaces. Cracks over one-sixteenth (1/16) of an inch and less than one-eighth (1/8) of an inch should be filled with Flex-Patch patching compound. Interfacing of wall joints should be sealed with a polyurethane type sealant.

Surface Preparation - All Metals:
A detailed technical data sheet on surface preparation, degreasing, and etching is available for all applications on metal surfaces. Consult a local TEX•COTE^¨ representative prior to commencing this type of application.

Recommended Primers:
     Substrate                              Primer
     Concrete...............................XL-70¨
     (uncured, bare)
     Cement Plaster.........................XL-70¨
     Block Systems..........................XL-70¨ Slush-Cote 1098 D
                                            or TEX•COTE¨ Block Filler
     Masonry (painted)......................No. 62
     Brick (bare)...........................XL-70¨
     Cement Fiber Board ....................No. 62
     Galvanized Steel.......................Primer 101
     Aluminum...............................Primer 101
     Ferrous Steel..........................Zinc Chromate
     Copper.................................Primer No. X-100

Application of Coating:
A sample wall is recommended for field approval by the architect, Manufacturer's representative, and contractor.

Provide a properly prepared surface for all coating systems, material coverage can vary due to surface porosity and texture.

All Substrates, Roll On:
With a full loaded roller, apply first coat at approximately 90-100 square feet per gallon and allow 24 hour cure. Apply second coat at approximately 90100 square feet per gallon to achieve a pinhole-free continuous film. When rolling, apply first with vertical strokes, then cross-roll for even film and desired appearance.

All Substrates, Sprayed On:

• Application of TEX•COTE^¨ 300 should be at a uniform pinhole-free continuous film thickness over the entire surface.
• A wet edge shall be maintained at all times to prevent lap marks. Avoid starting and stopping midway on the wall surface. Continue spraying to a natural break point such as a panel edge, seam or corner.
• For large surface areas, two (2) people spraying simultaneously are recommended to avoid lap marks and spray patterns. To achieve a proper surface, request the assistance of the manufacturer and their application manual for spraying textured coating.
• Apply coating at a rate of 30 to 50 square feet per gallon depending upon the porosity of the substrate and finish texture desired. Consult the manufacturer for standard textures and specific coverage rates for texture to be used.

Optional - Lace Texture Finish:
A lace finish coat provides an embossed knockdown texture over the selected TEX•COTE^¨ 300 base which helps minimize the appearance of uneven block and mortar joints. The lace coat may be applied approximately 24 hours after the base coat, under ideal weather conditions.

• To apply, reduce air pressure on pump, causing the gun to create an irregular splatter pattern.
• Using a square texturing tool, wipe splatters down creating an embossed lace pattern.
• Coverage Rate (Approximately) 100 square feet per 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 gallons.

Texture of Coating:
Roll on application: • Smooth or Fine Spray on application: • Smooth, Fine, Coarse, Extra Coarse

Clean Up/Shelf Life:

• Use water for cleaning wet material; Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) for dry material.
• Twelve month shelf life based on the following:
  
  • Containers shall be stored upright and airtight in a dry place.
  • Maintain air temperature of 45¡ to 100¡F.
  • Skins formed on surface of material must be removed prior to moving containers or mixing.

VI. AVAILABILITY AND COST:

TEX•COTE^¨ products are available from representatives in most cities throughout the United States by calling "Sweet's Buy-Line" or by contacting the manufacturer. For availability in foreign countries please contact the manufacturer.

VII. WARRANTY:

Upon completion of application of coating in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, Textured Coatings of America will extend its limited commercial warranty for product replacement as a result of defect in the material. The manufacturer must be notified prior to the application of the coating and the applications must be in compliance with the manufacturer's recommendation for installation. Textured Coatings of America, Inc. shall have no obligation to or otherwise participate in labor or cost associated with effecting repairs.

Specimen copy of material warranty available upon request.

VIII. MAINTENANCE

No particular maintenance is required. However, should any of the product become soiled, simply clean with light water pressure and mild detergent.

IX. TECHNICAL SERVICES

Technical services are available from the manufacturer's facilities or sales representatives throughout the United States

X. FILING SYSTEMS

Sweets architectural filing systems 09800/TEX
Additional product information available upon request.

TC-300-1297