We have extended our jobsite office space by adding on a conex box. We had to raise the wooden floor in the Conex box to give us a smooth walk-in. How can we seal the new wooden floor? Use a base coat of NovaTuff RC-100 over the wood and then […]
Group: NovaTuff Floor Coatings FAQ’s
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The answer comes from one of our Caribbean contractors. Prep the floor for coating which will remove all loose material. Prime the floor with NovaTuff P-505 Epoxy Primer. Using a trowel, smoothly repair damaged area with NovaTuff PC-460 loaded with silica to mortar consistency. This material will harden in a […]
NovaTuff offers a standard 5 year material warranty. This warranty is renewable with recoating, extending the life of the fountain for many years. A labor warranty is available for an additional fee when installed by a qualified applicator.
Proper preparation is the most important part of any coating project. NovaTuff provides detailed installation guides and concrete preparation guides, which are available on the NovaTuff website or from your local NovaTuff retailer. Prime a concrete fountain with 2 coats of NovaTuff P-505 Epoxy Primer at 1 gallon per 150 […]
Non-skid additive is recommended in areas where significant water will be present. In many instances it is not necessary.
NovaTuff epoxy coatings can be applied to vertical surfaces. It is best to apply thinner than on horizontal surfaces and plan to use an additional coat to provide the required mil thickness and high flexibility without sacrificing gloss.
In many cases NovaTuff can go over the existing surface. It is essential to properly prepare the surface for an epoxy coating. If the current coating if flaking or peeling then it needs to be mechanically removed.
Yes, use 2 coats of NovaTuff P-505 Epoxy Primer at 1 gallon per 150 to 200 square feet. Concrete must be more than 28 days old. The concrete may outgas with the first coat but the second coat will complete the seal. If temperatures are high, it can be better […]
Hot tire lift is the tendency for coatings to melt and peel under a car tire. When properly installed, NovaTuff FC-200 does not peel under these conditions.
Cracks larger than 1/8 inch should be routed out and filled with caulk. Smaller static cracks can be coated.