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TEX•COTE¨
GRAFFITI GARD¨ TY•COTE

TEX•COTE¨ GRAFFITI GARD¨ TY•COTE (clear or pigmented) provides an excellent base coating prior to the application of the GRAFFITI GARD¨ IIIs or SACRIFICIAL GRAFFITI GUARD¨ SYSTEMS.

I. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

TY•COTE CLEAR or PIGMENTED

TY•COTE CLEAR acts a "Fill Coat" for the substrate and maintains clarity. (Must create a continuous, pinhole-free film and used for only natural finishes.)

TY•COTE PIGMENTED protects old paint from solvents in the TEX•COTE¨ GRAFFITI GARD¨ IIIs FINISH COAT and can match customer's specified color. (Must create a continuous pinhole free film.)

II. APPLICATION/EQUIPMENT:

TY•COTE CLEAR OR TY•COTE PIGMENTED SPRAY ON:
Commercial grade spray equipment such as a GRACO EM 590 (formerly EH 333 model or comparable equipment) with maximum tip size .017-.023

TY•COTE CLEAR or TY•COTE PIGMENTED ROLL ON:
Medium nap roller (NOTE: Do not overwork the roller when applying TY•COTE CLEAR, as any excessive cavitation can cause bubbles. Try a test area first.) Consult manufacturer's representative for specific material applications. III. LIMITATIONS:

  1. TEX•COTE¨ TY•COTE shall be applied under ideal weather conditions.
  2. Graffiti marred surfaces may need to be treated with Graffiti Stain Blocker, prior to application of pigmented TY•COTE.
  3. Rain is not imminent, surfaces are not damp or frozen.
  4. Temperature is within 50¡ and rising to 90¡F range.
  5. Incompatible form oils, concrete curing agents, old chalking paints, laitance, etc., must be removed prior to application.
  6. Retaining walls, planter boxes, etc. should be waterproofed with a below grade asphalt type sealer on side of wall exposed to back-fill.
  7. TY•COTE CLEAR and PIGMENTED shelf life is 12 months at room temperature. Container should be stored upright, sealed airtight to prevent moisture intrusion.

CAUTION: DO NOT STORE OR USE NEAR EXCESSIVE HEAT OR OPEN FLAME.

IV. TECHNICAL DATA

GRAFFITI GARD¨ TY•COTE CLEAR PIGMENTED
Percent Solids 27.0 Typical 70.0 Typical
Volume Solids 24.0 Typical 56.5 Typical
Viscosity, Kreb Units (77¡±1¡F) 54±1 Typical 104±2 Typical
Base Coat Urethane Base Acrylic Base

Note: Both TY•COTE CLEAR and PIGMENTED comply with the V.O.C. levels as mandated by the California Air Resources Board.

V. SURFACE PREPARATION

All surfaces must be sound and cleaned with a manufacturer's approved detergent, or adequately sandblasted, wire brushed, scraped or suitable alternative. Such surface contaminants as dust, environmental dirt, mildew, form oils and loose substrate shall be thoroughly removed by sandblasting, waterblasting, sanding or wire-brushing as required by the manufacturer. Allow a 28 day cure on new concrete prior to the application of the TY•COTE CLEAR or TY•COTE PIGMENTED.

CAUTION: TY•COTE must cure a minimum of 24 hours prior to application of GRAFFITI GARD¨ IIIs or SACRIFICIAL GRAFFITI GUARD¨.

Estimated Coverage Rates: Consult the more detailed TEX•COTE¨ GRAFFITI GARD¨ IIIs SYSTEM technical data for specific substrate. Coverage rates may vary due to wall surface texture and porosity. Highly porous surfaces may require additional coats.

Clean-up:
TY•COTE CLEAR - for wet material use water,
For dry material use denatured alcohol.
TY•COTE PIGMENTED - for wet material use water.
For dry material use Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), Xylene or Toluene.

Quantity and Colors:
TY•COTE CLEAR and TY•COTE PIGMENTED
Available in TEX•COTE¨ standard colors or special colors upon request.

1 gallon, 5 gallon, 30 gallon drums

VI. AVAILABILITY AND COST

TEX•COTE¨ GRAFFITI GARD¨ SYSTEMS are available from TCA Representatives in most cities throughout the United States, calling "Sweet's Buy-Line" (800/4471982) or by contacting the manufacturer. For availability in foreign countries, please contact the manufacturer. Costs will vary from region to region. Contact your local representative.

 

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