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5 Gallons (18.925 Liters)
What Block & Wall Can Do For You
We believe Block & Wall, an elastomeric pure acrylic plastic coating and
paint, to be the best waterproofing coating on the mark today. It stops
leaks fast! It has heavy-duty performance yet is easily applied by brush,
roller or sprayer. It is far superior to any paint. It has been designed to
stretch and to keep water from passing through the coating. Water must
be kept out to prevent damaging moisture from deteriorating concrete,
wood and metal surfaces. The more layers of this product that are laid
down on any surface the better the waterproofing becomes. Contrary to
common belief coatings perform best when they do not breathe. Water
cannot pass through Block & Wall, thus the success of the product. Block
& Wall coating can be used on both above and below grade walls. The
product dries to form a waterproof seal and vapor barrier to keep water
and moisture out. Block & Wall dries rapidly at 60 degrees F. or above. It
dries even faster with good sun contact. Block & Wall is non-toxic,
contains no solvents and is easy to use. It can withstand over 100 psi of
water pressure. Block & Wall is not only elastomeric, but is also a
high-solids block filler that expands and contracts up to 700%. It is highly
resistant to cracking and peeling and is unlikely to peel or freezing. It is
mildew resistant and cleans easily with water. The polymer cross-links
after drying and we expect the product to last up to 20 years when
applied with correct millages and proper application. Block & Wall works
over tar coated walls, brick or block walls, interior and exterior basement
walls, pre-treated plywood, sheet metal, plastic, pre-cast concrete,
stucco, sheetrock, wood, drywall and bearing walls. It is frequently used
for potable water applications or in the collection of drinking water in
tropical areas. This product contains no toxic substances after curing.
Block & Wall waterproofing paint is a lasting investment for your project.
Architectural Specifications For Walls
This is only a suggested specification. This waterproofing system may be
used on most interior and exterior walls, both above and below grade.
Do-It-Yourself in Three Easy Steps
1. Surface Preparation
Careful and complete preparation will ensure the best results and
contribute to the life of the coating. The wall surface must be clean, dry,
and free of loose material. Loose or peeling paint should be removed
with a wire brush and rough wood surfaces sanded. Metal or concrete
surfaces may be prepared by using a disc grinder and carborundum disc.
Care should be taken so as not to grind through the metal. Concrete can
be etched with Muriatic Acid (Available at most hardware stores, be sure
to read directions and use with caution). Do not apply Block & Wall over
wet, loose or crumbling concrete. Repair the concrete and allow to cure.
Mildew may be removed with a power washer. Fill all joints or cracks
wider than 1/8 inch with Blue Max Trowel-Grade. Follow seam taping
instructions. Mask all sensitive areas before starting.
2. Seam Tape Joints and Cracks
It is important to seam tape all joints and cracks to avoid future cracking
and leaking. Seam tape flashing to wood; wood to wood; concrete to
wood; metal to wood; brick to wood; etc. Apply around flashings,
windows and cracks in the walls. Use Peel & Stick Seam Tape (PS250,
PS450, or PS650) for joints. Elasto-Barrier, a water base, 1000%. high
strength liquid rubber undercoat and primer should be used with Seam
Tape as a primer in difficult situations. Refer to Peel & Stick Seam Tape
label for application instructions. Do not use fiberglass or asphalt
impregnated seam tape.
3. Apply Ames’ Block & Wall
Block & Wall waterproofing paint may be brushed, rolled or sprayed.
Apply a minimum of one gallon per 100 sq. ft. per coat. Two coats
minimum is best, three to four superior. The application must be applied
in a continuous, unbroken seals of a minimum dry thickness of no less
than 30 mils (the thickness of a dime) over the entire surface.
Good: One to two coats of Block & Wall elastomeric waterproofing paint
covers and waterproofs, in most cases.
Better: Two to three coats or three gallons of Block & Wall per 100
square feet.
Best: The very best product application is five gallons per 100 sq. ft. or
three to five coats. Fabric can be applied over smooth surfaces for
additional reinforcement of concrete or wood surfaces but is usually not
necessary unless the surface is in danger of deteriorating. Apply three
coats followed by two coats (2 gallons per 100 square feet) of Block &
Wall waterproofing paint.
Tinting Block & Wall
Block & Wall is available in Tintable White and Deep Tone Base. It is
tintable with most water-based colorants.
Coverage
Block & Wall elastomeric paint is nearly three times as thick as most
paints. One gallon covers approximately 100 sq. ft. per coat. It is best
applied with a roller but can be sprayer and back rolled. The product can
be thinned up to 10% with water.
Weather Guidelines
Block & Wall is best applied on warm clear sunny days when the humidity
is less than 50% and the following conditions are met: 1) The sun is in the
sky. 2) There is no forecast of rain for at least 24 hours. Apply at 50° F and
above. Always do a test patch to assure proper drying conditions.
Annual Maintenance/Life Expectancy
When put down properly we expect a coating life in excess of 10-20 years
from a three-coat application. The wall should be problem-free during
this time but should be inspected annually. In most cases the wall will not
need service, but if it should, just apply an additional coat of Block &
Wall, after proper preparation at the area of concern. One more coats be
required annually over existing paint surfaces in high traffic areas and
very damp areas, depending on weather and wear.
Waterproofing Below Grade and Above Grade Difficult Applications
Note: This suggested means of application should be followed in any
situation where optimum waterproofing and water pressure resistance is
necessary. For a Superior Five-Coat System: three coats or three gallons
per 100 sq. ft. of Elasto-Barrier embedded into polyster reinforcement
fabric and top coated with two coats or two gallons per 100 sq. ft. of Ames’
Block & Wall. The reinforcement fabric ensures that the coating cannot
crack or fracture and stops walls from the danger of cracking and
substanstially increases wall strength up to 100 psi. The best suggested
sequence is as follows:
1. Clean the surface thoroughly. (See surface preparation instructions.)
2. Fill all cracks. (See surface preparation instructions.) Make sure your
surface is as smooth as possible. The finally appearance of your wall will
depend on the thoroughness of your preparation work. Prepare the wall to
be waterproof (imagine yourself building a water tank).
3. Seam tape all joints and cracks until the wall is sealed. For best results
use Peel & Stick Seam Tape (PS250, PS450, or PS650). The surface must be
reasonably smooth for fabric application and must contain no air pockets.
4. Wet the wall liberally with Elasto-Barrier or Block & Wall coating and roll
the fabric into the wet wall and top coat the fabric. The goal here is to
spread the coating out into a path as wide as the reinforcement fabric you
are using. Take care that the fabric lays flat to the wall without air bubbles
or pockets. The use of fabric is important because it substantially increases
the strength of the coating and should dramatically increase the life of the
wall surface. Allow to dry completely. On smooth surfaces one gallon
should cover 100 sq. ft. per coat.
5. Apply two coats of Elasto-Barrier over the embedded fabric at a rate of
one gallon per 100 sq. ft. per coat. Ensure that any pinholes are sealed.
Allow adequate drying time between coats. At this point your wall should
be totally waterproof. Wash the surface completely after the final coat of
Elasto-Barrier has dried. This will remove any curing residue and will
improve adhesion.
6. Top coat the Elasto-Barrier with two coats of Block & Wall. If below
grade Elasto-Barrier may be substituted. Apply this product with a paint
roller, brush or sprayer at a rate of one gallon per 100 sq. ft. per coat.
Again, allow adequate drying time between coats. When finished, there
should be a total of five coats on your wall, or five gallons per 100 sq. ft.
with the reinforcement fabric and seam tape embedded.
Application Tools
For preparation work: 4-inch wide painbrush, utility knife, caulking gun for
filling cracks. Four-inch seam tape is used for large gaps and 42” wide
polyster fabric for surfaces that need to be reinforced. For Block & Wall
application: A 1-inch thick nap paint roller or a four-inch wide or larger
painbrush is best for application of coating. A heavy-duty airless paint
sprayer with .0021 reversa tip can be used for larger commercial
applications.
1 gallon = 100 sq. ft.
5 gallons = 500 sq. ft.
55 gallon drum = 5500 sq. ft.
275 gallon tote - 27500 sq. ft.
Cleanup, Storage & Disposal
Clean tools and small spills with water. Store unused product in its
original can, tightly sealed and protected from freezing. Dispose of
this product in accordance with local, state, or federal requirements.
Fire Testing Data
This formula has been tested in Accordance to ASTM E-108 and ASTM
E-84 and retards flame with a Zero smoke rating. With Zero Ignition.
Flash Point 1800°, Zero Ignitions
Spread of Flame ASTM E-108 Zero Ignition
Over AC Class “B” over plywood, ASTM E-84 Zero Smoke
Storage of Product
Ames’ Block & Wall waterproofing paint may be tightly resealed in its
original container and stored for many years after being opened. It
must be stored between 50° F and 90° F. DO NOT ALLOW TO FREEZE!
Freezing will solidify and destroy this product. If frozen the product
warranty is void. Block & Wall is made without Ethene Glycol for best
adhesion but is available in a more freeze stable formula upon request.
First Aid / Caution
Keep out of Reach of Children. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately. In case of contact with eyes, flush
thoroughly with water and call a doctor or poison control center. This
product contains a unique c
ombination of water base acrylic
co-polymers. Call 911 for the poison control center. Repeated or
prolonged contact with skin may produce irritation or sensitivity. Use
gloves. Water cleanup.
For complete product warranty,
refer to www.amesresearch.com
Warning: If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead
dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN.
PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a
NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully
with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead
Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
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Protect From Freezing
Store Above 50° F
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Ames’ 4-Inch
Seam Tape
Ames’ 4-Inch
Seam Tape
1st Coat
Block & Wall
2nd Coat
Block & Wall
3rd Coat
Block & Wall
Elasto-Barrier
Coat all
concrete, metal,
foam block, and
flashing.
Geo-Textile
Fabric
3-6 in.
Crushed Rock
PVC Drainpipe
soil
grass
footing
3-6 in. sand
3-6 in. sand
floor
Safe-T-Deck
(EXTERIOR APPLICATION)
2-5 gal per 100 sq. ft. as needed.
Coat with Elasto-Barrier for below
grade applications. Use Block &
Wall on above grade applications.
It’s tintable.
(INTERIOR)
Topcoat seam tape with Block &
Wall, or Elasto-Barrier.
1 gal per 100 sq. ft. per coat.
Spray or roll. Use 2-3 coats of
Block & Wall on interior. 20 mils
minimum thickness
3” -4” Wide Paint Brush Peel & Stick Seam Tape
Scissors or Utility Knife Commercial Airless Sprayer
Roller and Handle
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