Use and Care Manual

DESCRIPTION:
DYCO WATERBORNE ACRYLIC POOL PAINT is a waterbased pool coating with superior film properties
designed to provide an attractive highly resistant finish on concrete, plaster, and masonry surfaces with
the ability to seal hairline cracks. This product is formulated with Ultraviolet (UV), Infrared (IR) and harsh
pool chemical inhibitors for a long-lasting finish.
RECOMMENDED USES:
Bare Concrete • Unsealed Plaster • Bare Marcite • Previously Coated Surfaces (Previously coated
surfaces must be prepared following preparing previously coated surfaces instructions. Do not apply
over chlorinated rubber or epoxy coatings)
FEATURES/BENEFITS:
Exceptional Color Retention – Fade Resistant • Fills hairline cracks • Resistant to Peeling, Cracking,
and Blistering • Durable in Fresh or Salt Water • Chemical and Stain Resistant • Self-Priming on Bare
Concrete, Unsealed Plaster or Marcite • Excellent Waterproofing Characteristics
NOTES:
DYCO WATERBORNE ACRYLIC POOL PAINT requires a two-coat application. SLIPPERY WHEN WET: DYCO
WATERBORNE ACRYLIC POOL PAINT can accept an anti-slip aggregate. See your paint specialist for a
recommendation of a suitable aggregate to be used and follow manufacturer’s instructions for use. Test
coating on a hidden area before applying to the entire surface.
• Make sure you have enough material for two full coats at the correct surface coverage rate. Do not
stretch the material to cover more square footage than instructed.
• Do not use on fiberglass, hot tubs, spas, new galvanized metal, steel, over chlorinated rubber, or
epoxy coatings.
• Make sure the surface is 100% dry before coating. Conduct a moisture test on substrate before coating.
• Do not apply when surface, material or ambient temperature is below 50°F (10°C) or above 90°F
(32.2°C).
• When possible, avoid painting in direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day.
• Do not apply if rain is prevalent or expected within 48 hours.
• Do not freeze. Do not use in drinking water or food systems.
ALLOW A MINIMUM OF FIVE (5) TO SEVEN (7) DAYS AFTER THE FINAL COAT BEFORE FILLING POOL.
Low temperatures, high humidity, thick film builds, rain, dew, or poor ventilation will increase these
dry times. Allow more drying time before filling the pool in these events. Do not tent or tarp over pool
in attempts to protect the new pool coating from rain / elements. This will prevent the coating from
properly curing and may result in premature failure.
Note: Pool chemicals, especially chlorine, can cause eventual color fade of any coating. Maximum
colorfastness can be accomplished by maintaining proper chemical balances. Do not over chlorinate.
After refilling the pool, add concentrated chlorine or chlorine shock through a chlorinator or into the
skimmer trap to avoid having concentrated chlorine come in direct contact with the new paint.
PREPARING NEW UNCOATED SURFACES:
New or previously uncoated concrete, plaster, or marcite surfaces must be cleaned and etched as
directed before coating. Cleaning - Remove all foreign contaminates, i.e., oils, grease, stains, chemical
residue, suntan oils, etc, with a heavy-duty cleaner / degreaser such as TSP. Scrub into the concrete, let
the cleaner stand 5-10 minutes before rinsing. Do not allow the cleaning mixture to dry before cleansing
away with water. If cleaning mixture is allowed to dry on surface it will leave a residue that can prevent
adhesion, repeat until all embedded contaminates are removed. Etching - After cleaning, acid etch with
Muriatic Acid. This does not clean the concrete; it only opens the surface to obtain proper adhesion.
Follow the muriatic acid manufacturer’s instructions for proper mix ratio, application, dwell time, and
neutralizing process. Do not allow acid mixture to dry. Flush completely with water and allow to dry. If
a residual powder remains that can be scraped with a knife, repeat etching and rinsing process. Allow
the surfaces to dry out over several warm, dry days before applying DYCO WATERBORNE ACRYLIC POOL
PAINT.
TECHNICAL DATA:
VOC: <200 g/L
Gardner-Gibson, Inc.
4161 East 7th Avenue. Tampa, FL 33605
1.800.237.1155 | www.icpgroup.com | A24
Vehicle Type Acrylic
Finish/Sheen Semi-Gloss
Available Colors 3150 White and 3151 Blue
(Factory-tinted colors cannot be re-tinted)
Solids by Weight 44.58%
Solids by Volume 35.71%
Viscosity 88 KU
Flash Point 245°F
Permeability <10 perms
Tensile Strength 275 psi
Weight per Gallon 10.44bs.
Shelf Life 12 months unopened
Coverage 250 sq.ft. per gallon
@5.25 mils wet; 2.2 mils dry
(Actual coverage rate may vary depending on
substrate and application method)
Surface and Material Temperature
During Application Min: 50°F (10°C)
Max: 90°F (32°C)
Drying Time, at 77°F (25°C), 50% RH To Touch: 1 hour
To Recoat: 8-36 hours.
(if recoating after 36 hours, surface must be
mechanically abraded)
To Fill: 5-7 days after final coat
Low temperature, high humidity, thick films,
rain, dew, or poor ventilation will increase
these dry times, allow more drying time
before filling pool in these events.
Thinner Do not thin
Clean-up Soap and water
Storage Temperature Min: 40°F (4.4°C)
Max: 100°F (38°C)
DYC3150 AND DYC3151
DYCO WATERBORNE ACRYLIC POOL PAINT