Wet Look Lacquer LS

Low Sheen Sealer for Decorative Concrete & Masonry Surfaces

Application Guide

Surface must be completely clean and dry to the touch. Remove all dirt, wax, old paints or sealers with appropriate cleaner, chemical stripper or abrasive blasting. If muriatic acid has been used the surface must be flushed with clean water and neutralized with a pHneutralizer. Muriatic acid is not recommend for cleaning concrete as it will discolor the surface, etch the concrete, and is hazardous to use. After cleaning, allow surface to dry 24 hours prior to sealer application. Allow new concrete to cure for at least 14 days before application of sealer.

APPLICATION EQUIPMENT:

Wet Look Lacquer LS can be applied with a sponge, brush, roller, or most types of spray equipment.
Brush ................................. synthetic bristle brush.
Roller ........................... "1/2" nap lambs wool roller.
Airless sprayer tip size .................. 0.013" – 0.015"

One coat will seal, protect and enhance the beauty of the surface. Additional coats will give more protection and higher sheen. If a second coat is desired, apply as soon as the first coat is dry to the touch. For small areas, a pump-up garden sprayer is convenient, however, do not allow the lacquer to dry on the spray tip. If this occurs, soak tip in lacquer thinner and clean with stiff brush.

Do not apply Wet Look Lacquer LS during wet weather or in direct sunlight when surface temperature exceeds 90°F. Application to a damp surface or incompletely cured concrete may cause a hazy appearance or loss of adhesion. Air and surface temperature should be between 50° and 90°F for 24 hours following application. Additional protection are available with added applications. After each coat perform “water penetration test” (see below).

Porous Surfaces - paver brick, flagstone, Mexican clay tile, etc.

One coat supplies complete protection. A second coat adds additional protection with higher sheen. Old, porous and crumbling surfaces can be strengthen by additional applications.

Dense Surfaces - slate, limestone, stone, concrete tile, etc.

One light to moderate coat provides complete protection and a low sheen finish. More than one coat on dense surfaces is not recommended.

Water Penetration Test:

To insure that the application provides proper protection apply this test. Sprinkle a small amount of water on the sealed surface. If water penetration occurs or if water does not bead up on the surface, apply additional sealer. This test should be performed for each applied coat.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Over application and excess sealer should not be allowed to pool or puddle. Wipe up any pools immediately.