Technical Datasheet

Description:

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' is a ready mixed silicone based finish, manufactured from fine natural and coloured aggregates.  PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' is a textured finish that has excellent weather, scratch and knock resistant qualities.  Maintenance is therefore minimal.  PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' contains carefully selected and blended raw materials giving a consistently durable and high quality product.

Composition:

Fine natural and special coloured aggregates in a silicone binder give excellent adhesion and weatherproofing.

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' contains effective biocides to help preserve its attractive appearance.

Characteristics:

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' can be finished in a uniform, flat texture to a thickness of 1.5.

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' resists the penetration of rain water.  PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' has excellent weather resistance and durability, whilst allowing the structure to breathe.

Colours:

12 Standard colours, RAL, BS, colour matching service available

BS5262:   

Code of Practice for External Renderings, should be followed at all times.

Sitework:

Scaffolding must be independently tied to allow uninterrupted application.  Any faults in the structure, particularly, those which may lead to moisture penetration, must be rectified.

Site Conditions:

Do not apply in rain or when the substrate and/or the air temperature is below  5^oC or above 30^oC or, if exposure to these conditions is likely during setting and drying.  When used internally, ventilation is required during the first few hours of drying.

Substrate:

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' may be applied to primed, new or old substrates.  Externally, PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' may be applied to suitably smooth and flat surfaces of cement based rendering, fair faced concrete, exterior grade composition and cement boards, however PROREND 'FLOAT' is the recommended substrate.

Additional surfaces (for internal application only), are suitably smooth and flat plasters, gypsum finishing plasters, dry lining, plywood and suitable insulating boards.

This list is not exhaustive and other surfaces such as brickwork/blockwork may be coated after they have been provided with necessary preparation work, please consult our Technical Team for advice.

Preparation:

All surfaces should be dry, sound, clean, reasonably smooth and free from loose material, oil and grease.

Organic growths must be removed and treated using a good quality algicide (attain advice from our technical department) and following the detailed instructions for its use.

Use masking tape to obtain well defined edges.  Remove tape directly after finishing.

Priming:

Externally, all surfaces should receive a coat of PROREND Coloured Primer and allowed to dry fully.

Internally, surfaces should be primed with PROREND Coloured Primer unless the surfaces are chalky or friable where necessary cleaning and making good should be carried out prior to the application of PROREND Coloured Primer.  All applications of coloured primer should be in the colour closest to the decorative finish.

Exceptionally poor surfaces may need special treatment.  Our Technical Support Team will be pleased to advise.

Application:

It is essential that PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' is mixed before use.  Add a maximum of 2% water to the material and mix thoroughly.  An electric hand mixer (such as a drill and whisk) should be used to achieve good workability.

PRODUCT OF DIFFERENT BATCH NUMBERS SHOULD NOT BE USED ON THE SAME ELEVATION.  ALL BUCKETS SHOULD BE INTERMIXED.

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' should be applied by an applicator with experience with this type of product.

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' should be applied to the backing by traditional methods.  A tight coat to the thickness of the largest aggregate within the material is applied using a stainless steel hawk and trowel.  A flowing edge should be maintained.  Do not interupt application until a complete section is finished.  After approximately 10-30 minutes, depending on the drying conditions, the material is finished by rubbing with a smooth plastic float.  Externally, under rapid drying conditions, finishing may be required sooner.  Any splashes should be removed with clean water immediately as work progresses.

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' can also be sprayed using suitable machinery (contact our Technical Team for further details).

Curing / Drying:

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' will normally be surface dry within several hours and through dry within 48-72 hours depending on the substrate and drying conditions.  Suitable protection should be provided from unfavourable weather conditions until PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' is through dry.

Protection:

Cover parts which do not have to be treated with PROREND COLOURTEX UNIFORM with paper and tape. Remove them directly after applying the finish.

Cleaning:

All equipment must be cleaned immediately after use with water.  Waste material should not be emptied into any drainage system.

Coverage:

Coverage will depend upon the surface being coated.  As a general guide, when applied 1.5mm thick, coverage is ~ 6-6.5m² per bucket.

Packaging:

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' is supplied in 17kg buckets.

Storage:

PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' should be stored in cool, dry conditions at a temperature greater than 5^oC.  Protect from sunlight and sources of direct heat.  The container should be kept closed when not in use.  Do not stack more than four containers high.

Health & Safety:

Refer to material safety data sheet for full details of safety measures

Technical Service:

A Technical Advisory and Specification Service is available on request.

Mixing:

The actual colour of the product should be verified against that which has been specified.  Natural variations which occur in raw materials can lead to differences.  Where more than one tub of PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform' is needed to complete a section, or where adjoining sections are to be finished in PROREND COLOURTEX 'Uniform', the contents of all tubs needed should be mixed together.  This will avoid the possibility of different shades occurring in the surface finish.

* Subject to alteration due to technical developments.

Safety

1. Identification of substance

1.1	Trade name:	ProRend Colourtex Uniform
1.2	Supplier:	SAS (Europe) Limited
1.3	Address:	King Stag House, Cheriton Bishop, Exeter, Devon, EX6 6JE
1.4	Country:	UK
1.5	Telephone:	+44 (0) 1647 24620
1.6	Emergency call:	+44 (0) 1647 24620

2. Composition/ Data on components

Chemical components

Concentration

Symb.

R-number

Cas-nr

3. Hazards identification

3.1	Hazard classification	This product is not subject to identification under EU Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials: 67/548 ECC or 95/45/EC

4. First aid measures

4.1	Inhalation		Move person to fresh clean air and keep warm. Avoid exertion. If the patient has irregular breathing or is not breathing give artificial respiration. Do not provide food or drink. If patient is unconscious place in recovery position and seek medical assistance immediately.
4.2	Skin contact	S28	Wash with soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
4.3	Eyes contact	S26	Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If irritation persists consult a doctor immediately.
4.4	Ingestion	S62	If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this label. Rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting.

5. Fire fighting measures

5.1	Suitable extinguishing agents	Foam, CO2, water
5.2	Specific hazards
5.3	Protective equipment

6. Accidental release measures

6.1	Individual precautions	S22	Do not breathe dust
		S24	Avoid contact with skin
		S25	Avoid contact with eye or clothes
6.2	Precautions to protect environment		Prevent product from spreading into the environment via surface water or sanitary sewer systems. Warn local authorities in case of accidental release.
6.3	Cleaning methods		Product must be disposed of according to local regulations. Soak up with inert absorbent materials e.g. sand, universal binder, sawdust.

7. Handling and storage

7.1	Handling	S2	Keep out of the reach of children.
		S22	Do not inhale dust. Use dustmask P1.
		S24	Avoid contact with skin.
		S25	Avoid contact with eyes or clothes.
7.2	Storage		Protect from moisture, frost and direct sunlight. Dry store in original packaging at 5°C – 30°C. Avoid contact with ignition sources and oxidation resources of strong acid or alkali. Open buckets need to be properly sealed and stored to prevent leakage.

8. Exposure controls and personal protection

8.1	Technical measures		Follow legal requirements
8.2	Components with critical values that require monitoring at the workplace
8.3	Personal protective equipment:
8.3.1	Respiratory	S22	Do not inhale dust. Use dustmask P1
8.3.2	Hand	S24	Avoid contact with skin
8.3.3	Eye	S25	Avoid contact with eyes.
		S26	In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
		S37	Use gloves
		S39	Wear eye/face protection (safety goggles)
8.3.4	Body	S20/21	When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.

9. Physical and chemical properties

9.1	Form	Viscose
9.2	Odour	Weak
9.3	Colour	Different colours
9.4	pH-value	9
9.5	Melting point	>100°C
9.6	Relative density	approx 1.8 kg/dm³
9.7	Solubility	in water: mixable

10. Stability and reactivity

10.1	Conditions to be avoided	Avoid conditions above 60ºC, direct sunlight and contact with heat sources
10.2	Materials to be avoided	Strong acid and alkali products to avoid exothermic reactions
10.3	Dangerous products of decomposition	After the evaporation of water, combustion will lead to the development of CO2, CO, NOx and dense black smoke

11. Toxicological information

11.1	Inhalation		Acute toxicity. Exposure to concentrations in excess of MAC values to vapour of the compressed substance can damage health: irritation to mucous membrane; affections to the liver, kidneys and central nervous system. Symptoms include diziness, tiredness, drowsiness, muscular paralysis and unconsciousness.
11.2	Skin	R38	Irritating to skin
		R43	May cause sensitisation by skin contact
11.3	Eyes	R36	Irritating to eyes
		R41	Risk of serious damage to eyes
11.4	Swallowing		Acute toxicity. Can cause nauseousness, stomach cramps and irritation to the mucous membrane.

12. Ecological information

No information available. Product cannot be disposed of into sewers or waterworks.

13. Disposal consideration

Product must be disposed of according to local regulations pertaining to the disposal of hazardous waste. It is not permitted to dispose of product with normal waste.

14. Transport information

14.1	ADR
14.2	RID
14.3	ADNR
14.4	IMDG
14.5	IATA

15. Regulatory information

Labelling according to CE directives: The product is not subject to identification under EU Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials: 67/548 ECC or 95/45/EC

S2	Keep out of the reach of children
S20/21	When using, do not eat, drink or smoke
S22	Do not breathe dust
S24	Avoid contact with skin
S25	Avoid contact with eyes
S26	In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S28	contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds
S37	Wear suitable gloves
S39	Wear eye / face protection
S62	If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label
R36	Irritation to eyes
R38	Irritation to skin
R41	Risk of serious damage to eyes
R43	May cause sensitisation by skin contact

16. Other information

see technical information sheet.

*This data is based on our present knowledge. However, it shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.