SPECIAL UNIQUE FEATURES
High build protective finish instantly distinguishable from ordinary coatings.
Does not flake or peel when correctly applied on a suitable backing.
Special high performance resin ensures the painted film to remain unaffected by rain and damp for a longer period of time.
Acrotex is strongly recommended for industrial units to take against soot and chemical pollutants.
Bridges, hairline cracks.
Allows surface to breath.
Light fast and UV resistant.
Quick and easy application.
Works on most substrates.
Excellent anti fungal properties.

PURPOSE
To provide a protective finish in one or two coats forming a durable protection having great opacity and adhesion which will be tough, resistant and weatherproof.
Acrotex is particularly suitable for use in coastal conditions of salt and sand, and also in industrial atmosphere.

SURFACE OF APPLICATION
Cement / lime / sand rendering
Cement / sand rendering
Concrete including light weight concrete
Concrete bricks and blocks
Asbestos cement sheets
Pebbledash, rough cast, cement paint
Asphalted or bituminous surfaces

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

SURFACE PREPARATION
As with all decorative finishes, the surface to be painted must be sound, clean and dry and free from dirt, dust etc. New brick work must be given ample time to dry out before painting. All cracks / dents etc. should be filled with cement paint sand mortar.

SURFACE AFFECTED WITH ALGAL GROWTH
All organic growth must be removed completely by scrapping thoroughly with a wire brush. Treat the surface liberally with a solution of household bleach such as Calcium Hypo Chloride with approximately 35% Chlorine content, approximately 5% in water. After cleaning down the surface thoroughly, apply the bleach solution with brush. Leave it for overnight. Wash liberally with clean water and allow it to dry.

SURFACE AFFECTED WITH EFFLORESCENCE
Surface efflorescence should be removed with approximately 8 to 10% solution in water of the Hydrochloric acid. The same should be applied with brush and wash down with water after a period of 10-15 minutes or when the bubbling stops.

CHALKY & FLAKY SURFACE
All chalky and flaky surfaces should be scrapped well with a stiff wire brush, and washed down with water. Ensure that the surface is firm and clean at the time of painting.

APPLICATION
Acrotex Matt can be applied directly from the container to the surface by a brush or roller. Generally, Acrotex Matt should not be diluted. However, upto 10% clean water can be added in case the surface is absorbent or in hot weather. Over dilution of Acrotex Matt may result in flaking, poor bonding, poor hiding or shade variation. While painting, over stretching the brush should be avoided. Acrotex Matt can also be painted on Super
Acrocem in which case one coat of Super Acrocem should be first applied and after curing of Super Acrocem, one coat of Acrotex Matt should be applied for economy. Do not apply Acrotex Matt during wet or frosty weather. Normally two coats of Acrotex Matt are sufficient.

COVERAGE
The coverage of Acrotex Matt shall vary according to the porosity and texture of the surface. However, on smooth plaster surface Acrotex Matt will cover 3.5 to 4.5 sqmt / per ltr in two coats.

DRYING TIME : 4 – 6 hours

STORAGE
Keep the container tightly closed when not in use. Keep in a cool dry place during storage and in transit.

PACKING
Acrotex Matt is available in 20, 4 and 1 ltr. packing