DESCRIPTION: 

The TRU-GRIP surface system is a durable, abrasion resistant surface coating suitable for application over properly prepared, structurally sound surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, compressed fibrous cement and structural plywood type surfaces. The application of TRU-GRIP over HI-FLEX reinforced Liquid membrane provides a flexible non-skid trafficable membrane system. Refer HI-FLEX T.M.S. technical data sheet for further details. 

PURPOSE: 

Formulated on 100% pure acrylic emulsions and selected reinforcing pigment to provide a non-slip, hard wearing and attractive finish of uniform colour and texture. 

TYPICAL USES: 

DRIVEWAYS - PATIOS - TENNIS COURTS - GARAGE FLOORS - STAIR TREADS - PATHS & WALKWAYS - POOL SURROUNDS. 
For non-sporting surfaces such as Driveways, Garage Floors and Patios etc., a coating of CLEAR GUARDSEAL should be applied over the TRU-GRIP finish for increased stain resistance and ease of cleaning. 

SURFACE PREPARATION: 

CONCRETE: New concrete shall be wood float or broom finished. DO NOT USE CURING MEMBRANES, HARDENERS OR DRYERS. ACCELERATORS BASED ON CALCIUM CHLORIDE SHOULD NOT BE USED IN CONCRETE MIX. Allow concrete to cure for a minimum of 14 days. All surfaces must be clean, dry and free of grease and oil, laitance, curing compounds, form release agents and any other contaminants which may impair adhesion of the primer or base coat. Remove any residual paint with paint stripper, scraping, grinding or sand blasting to achieve a clean concrete surface. Remove any loose or spalled concrete down to a clean hard surface, make good all depressions, spalled areas, bird baths, etc., with UNI-PATCH or UNI-CRETE latex modified concrete surface repairer. Allow 48 hours to cure. Etch surface of concrete with a mixture of 1 part Hydrochloric or Phosphoric Acid to 3 parts water. Allow to react for 10 - 15 minutes, scrubbing mixture thoroughly with a stiff broom. Rinse off with copious quantities of fresh water, preferable applied at high pressure to remove any loose traces of concrete salts. Hairline and minor non-structural cracks should be veed out and filled with a high performance polyurethane sealant and allow to cure. 
ASPHALT: New asphalt surfaces should be allowed to cure for a minimum of 10 days. A tight, uniform and even top course of asphalt is required to avoid the need for unnecessary filling. The surface to be coated must be clean and free from dirt, a high pressure water blaster for best results. Check for surface depressions, birdbaths and other uneven areas and mark for filling. Level off uneven surfaces as for concrete surfaces. 

APPLICATION: 

Prime all surfaces other than asphalt with either HI-FLEX PRIMER or WETFLEX PRIMER by roller or spray at the rate of 8 - 10m2 per litre, depending upon surface porosity. For asphalt surfaces use H.B.PRIMER. Allow primer to dry, approximately 30 minutes depending upon surface temperature. Apply TRU-GRIP in two coats at the rate of 6m2 per litre per coat to provide a total wet film of 3m2 per litre. Application may be by brush, roller or broom, depending upon area involved and desired finish. Application by brush or broom will provide a more even and uniform finish on small areas. 

LARGE AREAS: 

Application can be made by broom and laid off by broom. However, the preferred application would be with a flexible rubber squeeze (50 to 70 durometer hardness, 600 to 1000mm wide) and laid off with a wide hair type broom. Cut in around posts, walls etc., with a paint brush. Do not apply TRU-GRIP when temperature is below 10 degrees Celsius or above 35 degrees Celsius, or when rain is imminent. Apply TRU-GRIP within 24 hours of PRIME COAT. Allow 24 hours drying time before subjecting finished floor to traffic.

The information presented in this data sheet does not imply any warranty. Further, the maker reserves the right to alter the product, the specification and/or the application techniques as described herein without prior notice, in line with his policy of technological advancement and product improvement. Whilst any information and/or specification contained herein is to the best of our knowledge, true and accurate, no warranty is given or implied in connection with any recommendations or suggestions made by us or our Representatives, Agents or Distributors as conditions of use and any labour involved are beyond our control.