High-Tolerance Concrete Floor Finishing

SECTION 03 35 13

HIGH-TOLERANCE CONCRETE FLOOR FINISHING

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** EPMAR Corporation; concrete floor systems and high performance coatings.
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This section is based on the products of EPMAR Corporation, which is located at:
13240 Barton Circle
Whittier, CA 90605-3254
Toll Free Tel: 800-875-4596
Tel: 562-236-1170
Fax: 562-944-9958
Email: request info (. )
Web: www.kemiko.com
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1 GENERAL

1.1   SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.

1.1.1   Decorative Concrete Floor Finish Systems:

1.1.1.1   Permanent concrete acid stain for interior or exterior concrete.

1.1.1.2   Polymer stain for interior and exterior horizontal and vertical surfaces.

1.1.1.3   Wax for interior concrete floor surfaces.

1.1.1.4   Acrylic polymer wax for interior concrete floor surfaces.

1.1.1.5   Concrete floor sealer.

1.1.1.6   Clear topcoats for concrete finishes.

1.1.1.7   Clear penetrant for concrete finishes.

1.1.1.8   Cleaners and strippers for surface preparation.

1.1.2   High Performance Coatings:

1.1.2.1   Polyurethane coatings.

1.1.2.2   Epoxy coatings.

1.1.2.3   Polyaspartic coatings.

1.2   RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

1.2.1   Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

1.2.2   Section 09 64 19 - Wood Composition Flooring.

1.2.3   Section 09 91 00 - Painting.

1.3   REFERENCES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

1.3.1   ASTM D 2240 - Standard Test Method for Rubber Property-Durometer Hardness.

1.3.2   South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 13 (2008).

1.3.3   SSPC-SP1 - Solvent Cleaning.

1.3.4   SSPC-SP2 - Hand Tool Cleaning.

1.3.5   SSPC-SP3 - Power Tool Cleaning.

1.3.6   SSPC-SP6/NACE 3 - Commercial Blast Cleaning.

1.4   SUBMITTALS

1.4.1   Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

1.4.2   Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.4.2.1   Surface preparation instructions and recommendations.

1.4.2.2   Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

1.4.2.3   Installation methods.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.

1.4.3   Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.

1.4.4   Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square representing actual product, color, and patterns.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the installer's project references submittal if not required.

1.4.5   Installer's Project References: Submit list of successfully completed projects, including project name and location, name of architect, and type and quantity of finish systems applied.

1.4.6   Maintenance Instructions: Submit manufacturer's maintenance and cleaning instructions.

1.5   QUALITY ASSURANCE

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete installer's qualifications if not required.

1.5.1   Installer Qualifications:

1.5.1.1   Successful experience in application of similar finish systems.

1.5.1.2   Employ persons trained for application of finish systems.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.

1.5.2   Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.

1.5.2.1   Finish areas designated by Architect.

1.5.2.2   Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect.

1.5.2.3   Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.5.3   Single Source Responsibility: Materials shall be products of a single manufacturer.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Describe requirements for a meeting to coordinate the application of the finish system. Delete if not required.

1.5.4   Pre-installation Meeting: Convene a meeting before the start of the application of. Require attendance of parties directly affecting work of this section, including Contractor, Architect, and applicator. Review surface preparation, application, protection, and coordination with other work.

1.6   DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.6.1   Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Use and edit the following sentence if concrete floor wax or concrete floor sealer is to be applied over the concrete floor stain. Delete if not required.

1.6.2   Concrete Floor Wax and Concrete Floor Sealer: Keep away from ignition sources. Do not allow to freeze.

1.6.3   Handling: Protect materials during handling and application to prevent damage or contamination.

1.7   PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.7.1   Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

1.7.2   Exterior Surfaces: Do not apply materials in wet weather.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Use the following sentence if concrete floor wax is to be applied over the concrete floor stain. Delete if not required.

1.7.3   Concrete Floor Wax: Do not apply when air or surface temperature is below 55 degrees F (13 degrees C).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Use the following sentence if concrete floor stain is to be applied. Delete if not required.

1.7.4   Concrete Floor Stain: Do not apply when air or surface temperature is below 40 degrees F (4 degrees C).

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Use the following sentence if concrete floor sealer is to be applied over the concrete floor stain. Use 55 degrees F when specifying Kemiko Stone Tone Sealer II. Verify temperature for other sealers. Delete if not required.

1.7.5   Concrete Floor Sealer: Do not apply when air or surface temperature is below 55 degrees F (13 degrees C).

1.8   SEQUENCING

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following sentence describes an optimum execution, but it is not mandatory. Edit as required for the specific application. Delete if not required.

1.8.1   Prepare surface and apply coatings after other interior finish work is completed and before baseboards and trim are installed.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1   MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1   Acceptable Manufacturer: EPMAR Corporation, which is located at: 13240 Barton Circle; Whittier, CA 90605-3254; Toll Free Tel: 800-875-4596; Tel: 562-236-1170; Fax: 562-944-9958 ; Email: request info (. ); Web: www.kemiko.com

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.

2.1.2   Substitutions: Not permitted.

2.1.3   Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.2   CONCRETE FLOOR STAIN

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.2.1   Product: Kemiko Stone Tone Acid Stain as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.2.1.1   Type: Combination of acid solution, wetting agents, and metallic ions. When mixed with water, chemically combines with Portland cement to form permanent colors.

2.2.1.2   Interior or Exterior Application.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete colors not required.

2.2.1.3   Color: Malay Tan.

2.2.1.4   Color: Green Lawn.

2.2.1.5   Color: Black.

2.2.1.6   Color: Cola.

2.2.1.7   Color: English Red.

2.2.1.8   Color: Aqua Blue.

2.2.1.9   Color: Golden Wheat.

2.2.1.10   Color: Vintage Umber.

2.2.1.11   Color: Walnut.

2.2.1.12   Color: Garden Gold.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Kemiko "Rembrandt Polymer Stain" for application to properly prepared interior and exterior, horizontal and vertical concrete, plaster, polymer cement, and wood surfaces. Delete if not required.

2.3   POLYMER STAIN

2.3.1   Polymer Stain: Rembrandt Polymer Stain as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.3.1.1   Water-extended, acrylic urethane polymer solution with added pigments.

2.3.1.2   Volume Solids: 20 percent.

2.3.1.3   VOC: Less than 30 g/L. Meets final SCAQMD Rule 13 (2008)

2.3.1.4   Interior or Exterior Application.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete base and final colors not required.

2.3.1.5   Base Color: Adobe.

2.3.1.6   Base Color: Black.

2.3.1.7   Base Color: Oyster.

2.3.1.8   Base Color: Sand.

2.3.1.9   Base Color: Tweed.

2.3.1.10   Base Color: White.

2.3.1.11   Color: Phthalo Blue.

2.3.1.12   Color: Medium Yellow.

2.3.1.13   Color: Yellow Oxide.

2.3.1.14   Color: Monoazo Red.

2.3.1.15   Color: Red Oxide.

2.3.1.16   Color: Orange.

2.3.1.17   Color: Phthalo Green.

2.3.1.18   Color: Raw Umber.

2.3.1.19   Color: Raw Sienna.

2.3.1.20   Color: Burnt Umber.

2.3.1.21   Color: Burnt Sienna.

2.3.1.22   Color: Violet.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.4   WATER-BASED DYE

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Apply concrete floor wax over the concrete floor stain. Consult Kemiko for additional information. Delete if not required.

2.4.1   Dye: Water-Based Kemiko Dye, for interior application only.

2.4.1.1   Color: Royal Blue.

2.4.1.2   Color: Forest Green.

2.4.1.3   Color: Graham Cracker.

2.4.1.4   Color: Onyx.

2.4.1.5   Color: Mahogany.

2.4.1.6   Color: Ruby Red.

2.4.1.7   Color: Sunbaked Orange.

2.4.1.8   Color: Tree Bark.

2.4.1.9   Color: Wheat.

2.4.1.10   Color: Sunrise ellow.

2.4.1.11   2.5SOLVENT-BASED DYE

2.4.2   Dye: Solvent-Based Kemiko Dye, for interior application only.

2.4.2.1   Color: Caribbean Blue.

2.4.2.2   Color: Forest Green.

2.4.2.3   Color: Graham Cracker.

2.4.2.4   Color: Onyx.

2.4.2.5   Color: Mahogany.

2.4.2.6   Color: Royal Blue.

2.4.2.7   Color: Ruby Red.

2.4.2.8   Color: Sunbaked Orange.

2.4.2.9   Color: Tree Bark.

2.4.2.10   Color: Wheat.

2.4.2.11   Color: Sunrise Yellow.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Kemiko Easy Shine is applied to properly prepared Kemiko or Rembrandt stained or dyed floors sealed with Kemiko StoneTone Sealer II, Kemiko (Sta-Crete) 100% Solids and Water Base Epoxies, Kemiko SS2700 WB Polyurethane, Kemiko SS3300 Aliphatic Polyaspartic and is compatible with many other sealed concrete products. Typical applications include commercial kitchens, grocery stores, restaurants, showroom floors, walkways, and many other interior surfaces requiring additional protection. Excellent replacement product for high VOC solvent base water repellents and sealers with excellent wetting properties. Delete if not required.

2.4.3   Floor Wax: Kemiko Stone Tone Buff On Wax - Water Base. As manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.4.3.1   Water base, interior application only. Non-yellowing, fast drying, satin finish.

2.4.4   Floor Wax: Kemiko Stone Tone Buff On Wax - Solvent Base as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.4.4.1   Type: Aliphatic Petroleum Wax, interior application only. Non-yellowing, fast drying, satin finish.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required.

2.4.5   Floor Sealer: Kemiko Stone Tone Sealer II as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.4.5.1   Type: Acrylic Water-based Sealer.

2.4.5.2   Solids Content: 30 percent.

2.4.5.3   Non-yellowing.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Blushing refers to the formation of white areas on fully dried sealer coats when water is allowed to stand on the coating. Kemiko Stone Tone Sealer II is highly resistant to blush, but it can occur. If blush does occur, it will disappear when the surface dries out.

2.4.5.4   Clear gloss/satin.

2.4.5.5   VOC compliant.

2.4.5.6   Quick drying.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Rembrandt polymer stain shall be top coated with one of the following clear topcoat. Consult Kemiko for additional information. Delete if not required.

2.4.6   Floor Sealer: Kemiko Clear-A-Thane as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.4.6.1   Type: Acrylic Urethane Sealer.

2.4.6.2   Interior/Exterior.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete color not required. This coating is used primarily as a clear topcoat, but it is also available in white. Consult Kemiko for additional information.

2.4.6.3   Solids Content: 30 percent.

2.4.6.4   U.V. resistant.

2.4.6.5   Resistant to blushing.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Kemiko SS2700 Series is self-priming or specify the desired primer and delete the others. Consult Kemiko for additional information.

2.4.6.6   Clear gloss/satin.

2.4.6.7   VOC compliant.

2.4.6.8   Quick drying.

2.4.7   Acrylic Polymer Wax: Kemiko Easy Shine Mop On as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.4.7.1   Type: A low-VOC single component waterborne acrylic polymer wax designed to repel water, reduce scuffing and marring, allows substrate to breath, is low odor, and produces a deep rich shine.

2.4.7.2   Clear gloss/Satin Finish Available.

2.4.7.3   Interior Only.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Kemiko Repels is applied to properly prepared stained and bare concrete, new and existing stucco finishes, fired clay brick, and many other cementitious mortars. Typical applications include commercial and residential driveways, walkways, facades, pool decks, stamped and stained concrete, new architectural poured in place and precast concrete, and many other horizontal and vertical above grade exterior surfaces requiring additional protection. Excellent replacement product for high VOC solvent base water repellents and sealers with excellent wetting properties. Delete if not required.

2.4.8   Clear Penetrant: Kemiko Repels. As manufactured by Epmar Corporation.

2.4.8.1   Type: Silane/Siloxane water repellant.

2.4.8.2   Solids / 5.5%.

2.4.8.3   Breathable system.

2.4.8.4   Reduces efflorescent.

2.4.8.5   U.V and alkalinity resistant.

2.4.8.6   2.5CLEANER/STRIPPER

2.4.9   Water Base Cleaner (alkaline concentrate in water): Kemiko Neutra Clean as manufactured by Epmar Corporation.