SECTION 07191
PENETRATING SEALER
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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** SEAL-KRETE, a Division of Convenience Products. Waterproofing Sealer, penetrating sealer for vertical surfaces.
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This section is based on products manufactured by SEAL-KRETE, a Division of Convenience Products, located at the following address:
306 Gandy Road
Auburndale, FL 33823 1527
Tel: (800) 323-7357
Tel: (863) 967-1535
Fax: (863) 965-2326
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SEAL-KRETE, Inc. is a leading provider of premium concrete and masonry sealers, paints, stains and decorative coatings to the paint, construction and DIY industries. SEAL-KRETE products are environmentally-friendly; water and acrylic-based, with low VOCs. Using SEAL-KRETE products will ensure your projects maintain their original appearance for years to come. In addition to the product specified in this section, SEAL-KRETE, Inc. offers a complete line of coating products.
This section includes:
Seal-Krete Original Waterproofing Sealer a water-based, acrylic waterproofer for vertical concrete and masonry surfaces. Excellent for concrete block, brick, stucco, synthetic stucco, plaster, masonite, drywall, galvanized metal, aluminum siding, adobe, and stone.
Seal-Krete Heavy Duty Waterproofer a 25 percent high-solid waterproofer provides maximum protection for low density concrete and masonry. Rated for both residential and commercial use, and conforms to ASTM E-514 and other tests for wind-driven rain. Paintable, long-lasting, environmentally-safe and tintable. Excellent for split-face, fluted and decorative block.
Stucco-Guard(r) a premium, low luster, water-based acrylic sealer that provides a tough, flexible water-resistant film for new or aged stucco surfaces. It penetrates deeply into stucco pores, providing protection against color bleeding, premature fading, and mold and mildew growth. Ideal for hurricane/storm-prone areas as it stops wind-driven rain and helps prevent weather damage from freeze/thaw cycles when applied according to specification..
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Penetrating sealer for vertical surfaces.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
A. Section 07140 - Fluid Applied Waterproofing.
B. Section 09900 - Paints and Coatings.
1.3 REFERENCES
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A. ASTM D 1653 - Standard Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission of Organic Coating Films: 1993 (Reapproved 1999).
B. ASTM D 5590 - Standard Test Method for Determining the Resistance of Paint Films and Related Coatings to Fungal Defacement by Accelerated Four-Weekagar Plate Assay.
C. ASTM E 514 - Standard Test Method for Water Penetration and Leakage Through Masonry; 1990 (Reapproved 1996).
D. FS SS-W-110 - Water Repellent, Colorless Silicone, Resin Base.
E. FS TT-P-0035 - Paint, Cementitious, Powder, White and Colors (For Interior and Exterior Use).
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3. Installation methods.
C. Manufacturer's instructions: Printed installation instructions for each product, including product storage requirements.
D. Executed Warranties.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Regulatory Requirements: Products shall comply with federal, state, and local volatile organic compounds (VOC) regulations.
B. Mock-Ups: Provide sealer material for mock-ups specified in affected sections.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if not required.
C. Pre-Installation Meeting:
1. Convene at job site seven calendar days prior to scheduled beginning of construction activities of this section to review requirements of this section.
2. Require attendance by representatives of the following:
a. Sealer manufacturer.
b. Installer of this section.
c. Other entities directly affecting, or affected by, construction activities of this section.
3. Notify Architect four calendar days in advance of scheduled meeting date.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Store products of this section in manufacturer's unopened packaging until installation.
B. Maintain storage area conditions for products of this section in accordance with manufacturer's instructions until installation.
1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Do not apply sealer to surfaces below 50 degrees F (10 degrees C) or above 95 degrees F (48 degrees C) unless recommended by the manufacturer.
B. Do not apply sealer when rain is predicted within 24 hours or less than 1 day after surface has been wet.
C. Do not apply sealer in high or gusty winds.
1.8 WARRANTY
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify that the contractor or installer would be willing to provide the following warranty.
A. Provide a warranty against failure due to incorrect application for a period of 5 years from the date of Substantial Completion.
B. Provide the manufacturer's limited warranty against failure of sealer installation due to failure of sealer material for a period of 5 years from the date of Substantial Completion.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Seal-Krete, A Division of Convenience Products, which is located at: 306 Gandy Rd. ; Auburndale, FL 33823; Toll Free Tel: 800-323-7357; Tel: 863-967-1535; Fax: 863-965-2326; Email: request info (); Web: www.hp.seal-krete.com
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the two following paragraphs; coordinate with Division 1 requirements.
B. Requests for substitution will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
C. Substitutions: Not permitted.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. Waterproof Sealer: Seal-Krete Waterproofing Sealer; a clear, non-staining, waterborne acrylic-base penetrating sealerprimer containing low quantities of VOCs (volatile organic compounds);.
1. Resistance to Water Penetration: Minimum rating of Excellent, when tested according to FS TT-P-0035, modified using 4 by 8 by 16 inch (100 by 200 by 400 mm) concrete block, at equivalent of 98 mph (158 km/h) wind speed.
2. Resistance to Water Penetration: No more than 25 percent dampness appearing on back of wall specimen, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 514 for 4 hours.
3. Water Vapor Transmission: 3.6 perms (207 ng/(Pa s sqm), maximum, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1653.
4. Corrosion Resistance: No visible degradation of film after 48 hours, when subjected to sodium hypochlorite, hydrochloric acid, sodium chloride (salt), and chlorine.
5. Volume Solids: 10 percent, minimum.
6. Flammability: Non-flammable.
7. Toxicity: USDA approved for application to surfaces where there is possibility of contact with food.
8. Tensile Strength: 1000 psi (6890 kPa).
9. Freeze/Thaw Stability: 1 to 2 cycles.
10. Fading Resistance: Approximately 0.05 percent, maximum, after 312 hours of testing.
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11. Comply with Florida Department of Transportation Specification 926-16 for Type "O" Compounds, Florida DOT Method FM5-518.
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12. Pigmenting Agent: Latex-based paint, specified in Section 09900.
13. Pigmenting Agent: Latex-based stain, specified in Section 09900.
B. Heavy Duty Commercial Grade Waterproofer: Seal-Krete Heavy Duty Commercial Grade Waterproofer; an advanced, high-solids, siliconized, acrylic blend designed to protect and strengthen bare, porous concrete and masonry, such as split-face or fluted concrete block. Provides a tough, breathable film that will not yellow.
1. Resistance to Water Penetration: No more than 25 percent dampness appearing on back of wall specimen, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 514 for 4 hours.
2. Solids Content: 25 percent minimum.
3. Meets FS SS-W-110C for Water Repellency on Masonry.
4. Mildew Resistance: ASTM D 5590.
5. Flammability: Non-flammable.
6. Toxicity: USDA approved for application to surfaces where there is possibility of contact with food.
C. Low Luster Waterproof Sealer: Seal-Krete Stucco-Guard, Clear, low luster, non-staining, waterborne acrylic-base penetrating sealerprimer containing low quantities of VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
1. Resistance to Water Penetration: Meets ASTM E 514 for wind driven rain or up to 124 mph.
2. VOC Actual: Less than 100 g/L, ASTM D 3960.
3. Solids Contents: 20 pecent.
4. Non-yellowing.
5. Reduces cracking.
6. Enhances color.
7. Binds chalky surfaces.
8. Reduces efflorescence.
9. Resists mold and mildew growth.
10. Low odor.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that substrates to receive sealer are prepared in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Protect adjacent surfaces to prevent accidental application to surfaces not indicated to receive sealer; remove accidental applications from surfaces immediately, following manufacturer's instructions.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no existing surfaces to be coated in project.
B. Preparation of existing surfaces:
1. Remove loose or deteriorated materials, including, but not limited to, scale, spalling, paint, or other coatings.
2. Clean with detergent-based materials, as recommended by manufacturer's instructions; cleaning with solvent-based or oil-based cleaners is prohibited.
3.3 APPLICATION
A. Apply sealer in accordance with manufacturer's instructions for indicated project conditions; for multi-coat applications, allow specified curing time between subsequent coats.
B. Addition of materials to sealer is prohibited, except as recommended by manufacturer.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no non-pigmented sealer is required. Delete all surfaces that are not to be coated.
C. Apply non-pigmented sealer to the following surfaces:
1. New foundation walls as primer for subsequent installation of waterproofing specified in Section 07140.
2. Existing foundation walls as primer for subsequent installation of waterproofing specified in Section 07140.
3. New vertical cast-in-place concrete surfaces.
4. Existing vertical cast-in-place concrete surfaces.
5. New vertical precast concrete surfaces.
6. Existing vertical precast concrete surfaces.
7. New tilt-up concrete panel surfaces.
8. Existing tilt-up concrete panel surfaces.
9. New concrete masonry unit surfaces.
10. Existing concrete masonry unit surfaces.
11. New brick masonry surfaces.
12. Existing brick masonry surfaces.
13. New stone masonry surfaces.
14. Existing stone masonry surfaces.
15. New galvanized metal surfaces.
16. Existing galvanized metal surfaces.
17. New vertical wood surfaces.
18. Existing vertical wood surfaces.
19. New vinyl siding
20. Existing vinyl siding
21. New stucco surfaces.
22. Existing stucco surfaces.
23. New plaster surfaces.
24. Existing plaster surfaces.
25. New adobe surfaces.
26. Existing adobe surfaces.
27. New drywall surfaces.
28. Existing drywall surfaces.
29. New ceramic tile grout joints.
30. Existing ceramic tile grout joints.
31. Substrates to receive wallcoverings.
32. Low density block.
33. Split-face block.
34. Fluted block.
35. Limestone.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following applies to Waterproof Sealer only. Do not use with heavy duty water proofer. Delete the following paragraph if no pigmented sealer is required. Delete all surfaces not to be coated.
D. Apply sealer, mixed with specified pigmenting agent in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, to the following surfaces:
1. New vertical cast-in-place concrete surfaces.
2. Existing vertical cast-in-place concrete surfaces.
3. New vertical precast concrete surfaces.
4. Existing vertical precast concrete surfaces.
5. New tilt-up concrete panel surfaces.
6. Existing tilt-up concrete panel surfaces.
7. New concrete masonry unit surfaces.
8. Existing concrete masonry unit surfaces.
9. New brick masonry surfaces.
10. Existing brick masonry surfaces.
11. New stone masonry surfaces.
12. Existing stone masonry surfaces.
13. New galvanized metal surfaces.
14. Existing galvanized metal surfaces.
15. New vertical wood surfaces.
16. Existing vertical wood surfaces.
17. New stucco surfaces.
18. Existing stucco surfaces.
19. New plaster surfaces.
20. Existing plaster surfaces.
21. New adobe surfaces.
22. Existing adobe surfaces.
23. New drywall surfaces.
24. Existing drywall surfaces.
25. Substrates to receive wallcoverings.
26. Low density block.
27. Split-face block.
28. Fluted block.
29. Limestone.
3.4 CLEAN-UP AND STORAGE
A. Clean adjacent surfaces with soap and water. Do not flush to sanitary sewer or waterway.
B. Wait thirty days before rinsing or cleaning surface. Do not use abrasive cleaners, rotating tip devices or pressure-washers on surface.
3.5 PROTECTION
A. Protect installed products until completion of project.
B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged surfaces before Substantial Completion.
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