AQUA SEAL is a High-Performance Coatings Resin acrylic-urethane hybrid polymer manufactured by SHIMICOAT. This innovative material has been found to exhibit excellent wetting, adhesion, barrier and film properties when uséd in coatings on a wide variety of metal, wood, plastic, concrete and previously painted substrates. The product is easy to use and VOC compliance of typical waterborne dispersions with the added benefits of outstanding barrier properties, durability and UV resistance.
AQUA SEAL polymer dispersion can be uséd for both clear and pigmented (gloss) coating applications in both interior and exterior exposures on metal, wood, concrete and plastic substrates. AQUA SEAL exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, weathering resistance and water hold out. Ideal for various substrates coating applications, offering premium corrosion resistant properties.
Ideal for most surfaces:
§ Exposed Aggregate
§ Limestone
§ Grey Concrete
§ Decorative Concrete
§ Tiles
§ All Pavers
§ Other surfaces like metal, wood and plastic
§ Waterborne emulsion
§ Outstanding adhesion to a wide variety of substrates,
§ Fast dry times (<30 minutes, touch-dry, >2 hr hard-dry)
§ Salt spray resistance of >250 hours
§ Suitable for direct to-metal primer
§ Superior chemical and water resistance properties
§ Good UV stability and gloss resistance for topcoats
§ 80% gloss retention after 1-year Perth exposure
§ Films with excellent mechanical properties
§ Good mechanical and thermal dispersion stability
§ Ideal for variety of substrate coatings (Concrete, Metal, Wood and Plastic)
§ AQUA SEAL should be the first choice for corrosion resistant
§ Easy Application:
o Rolled
o Brushed
o Sprayed
§ Non-Yellowing and resistant to discoloration
§ Ready-to-use formulation without any need for dilution
§ Contains advanced polymer technology to penetrate deep into surface
§ Excellent resistance to oil and most household chemicals
§ Excellent resistance to weathering
§ Provides excellent adhesion, weather and water proofing protection
§ Forms a hard-wearing surface
§ Last 15 years, depending on the traffic
Appearance | Milky Emulsion |
Solid Content (%) | 40-42% |
VOC lb/gal – g/L | 1.35 - 150 |
Thinning, Dilution Chemicals and Clean Up Fluid | Water |
Density (g/L) | 1.0305 |
Tensile Strength (psi) | 3,800 |
Elongation (%) | 200 |
pH | 7.5-8.5 |
Particle (Sizes / Charges) | Colloidal / Anionic |
Coverage Rate | 1.0L/10sqm (two coats) |
Processing and application equipment uséd for AQUA SEAL coatings should be cleaned immediately after use, before the coating dries. For best results, rinse and flush thoroughly with water using mechanical agitation such as brushing or wiping if possible. This may be followed by a thorough rinse and flush with acetone or methanol. AQUA SEAL coatings which are allowed to dry may be difficult to clean. When drying occurs, a thorough wipe with a methanol-soaked towel may be necessary.
Surface preparation is the essential first stage treatment of a substrate before the application of any coating. The performance of a coating is significantly influenced by its ability to adhere properly to the substrate material. All surfaces should be clean and free from loose material. Use of mechanical grinding, surface etching and high pressure water blasting is advisable. Acid wash shall only be uséd on heavily oil/grease contaminated surfaces.
New concrete should be allowed to cure fully (at least 20days) before application.
Concrete must be clean and free of grease, oil, paint or any curing agent. Stiff broom, scrubber and general purpose cleaner recommended.
Pressure clean surface at minimum 2000 psi and allow to completely dry.
Allow surface to dry before sealing (sealing over damp concrete will cause whitening). Allow to completely dry, run Dry Test. Place a piece of plastic over a small area, tape the edges and leave for 1 hour. Remove plastic, if there is no moisture on either surface, concrete is sufficiently dry.
For further details please contact Shimicoat Sales and Technical Representative or refer to Shimicoat bulletin and website.
Do not apply, if rain is expected within 24 hours.
Apply using roller, brush or spray machine.
AQUA SEAL shall be uséd at ~10 sqm per liter, per coat. A typical 20Lt container is enough for two coat applications of 100 sqm floor. There may be some variations due to the porosity of the concrete floor.
Upon completion of the coating, it takes almost one (1.0) hour for the surface to be tack-free and touch-dry. It takes over 2 hours to cure and ok to walk on it. Please allow 48 hours to be fully cured and ok to drive over it.
Use any general purpose clearing detergent to regularly clean the surface followed by normal wash.
The products shall be stored out of direct sunlight and heat at all times. The shelf life of the product is 24 months, mix uniformly for 5 minutes prior to use.
The information given on this data sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge. However since the use of our product, surface conditions, weather and a number of other factors are completely beyond our control, we can only be responsible for the quality of our product at the time of dispatch. For more information please contact our technical sales representative.
You should read this TDS carefully and consider the information to be suitable for your specific application. Shimicoat does not take any responsibility for misuse of the product, including in conjunction with any other product and the type of surfaces to, and the manner in which, the product will be applied. Our responsibility for products sold is subject to our standard terms and conditions of sale, available on our website. Shimicoat does not accept any liability either directly or indirectly for any losses suffered in connection with the use or application of the product whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by technical team.
