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X55 Hi Seal Paint

Long life, high build, mineral coating

with a smooth matt finish



 Product Overview:                                             salt-water, including pools, ponds, water features, piers,

                                                               moorings and marinas.

                                                               X55 Hi-Seal Paint can be applied to almost any type of

Specifically developed for use in applications requiring

                                                               stable, firm, sound and clean surface, including:

a long-lasting, decorative coating with a smooth matt

finish, X55 Hi-Seal Paint combines outstanding

                                                               � Concrete (including recently placed, high alkaline,

durability, long-term performance and flexibility,

                                                                 high pH concrete)

in an attractive, low-slip, low-skid, wear-resistant finish.

                                                               � Mortar (including rendered & plastered wall surfaces)

It is the smooth version of Ability’s famous and patented

                                                               � Fibre cement panels and planking

subtly stipple-textured the Paint product.

                                                               � Asphalt and bitumen emulsion sprayed pavement

                                                                 surfaces

Supplied in ready-to-mix with water powder form,

                                                               � Masonry

X55 Hi-Seal Paint is a water-based, two-pack, polymer-

                                                               � Wood

modified, inorganic paint, that is UV-resistant, weather-

                                                               � Iron, steel and a range of other suitably prepared

resistant and watertight, and resists attack by highly

                                                                 metal surfaces

damaging salt solution ingress. At the same time,

                                                                Benefits:

X55 Hi-Seal Paint helps to improve both thermal

and acoustic insulation properties, while also acting

                                                               Developed with a focus on durability and long-term

as an effective fire retardant.

                                                               performance, X55 Hi-Seal Paint delivers a range of

                                                               benefits, including:

Easy and safe to use, X55 Hi-Seal Paint is free of

                                                               � 100% solids formulation can provide an extremely

VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds) and does not emit

                                                                 high protective Dry Film Thickness (DFT)

harmful 'greenhouse' gasses. It is available in a range

                                                               � Watertight formulation provides protection against

of ‘standard� colours, or as a ‘custom project colour-

                                                                 water permeation and corrosive sulphate and chloride

matched� product.

                                                                 salt solution ingress

 Use With:                                                     � Allows a structure in air to � breathe� as it transmits

                                                                 water vapour

X55 Hi-Seal Paint is suitable for use on both vertical

                                                               � Combines exceptionally high UV, oxidation,

and horizontal surfaces including walls, floors, decks,

                                                                 weathering and chemical resistance, with excellent

steps, ramps and pavements.

                                                                 abrasion and wear resistance

                                                               � Highly protective coating that considerably helps both

X55 Hi-Seal Paint is also ideal for use in areas or on

                                                                 iron and steel to resist rusting

items that will be permanently submerged in fresh or

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� Combines hardness, flexibility and excellent adhesion                        Dosage Rates:

  with very low shrinkage, thereby reducing the risk of

                                                                             Recommended mixing proportions for X55 Hi-Seal

  the applied product cracking, lifting or flaking

                                                                             Paint are 2 parts X55 Hi-Seal Paint powder to 1 part

� Easy-to-use and apply with normal paint application

                                                                             clean potable (drinking) water by volume.

  equipment

� Can be used with a variety of application methods

                                                                               Compatibility:

  to provide various architectural and/or decorative

  effects                                                                    X55 Hi-Seal Paint is suitable for use on most clean,

� Can be colour matched to almost any colour to suit                         prepared and stable vertical and horizontal substrates.

  specific project requirements and to rectify off-colour                    For surfaces that have been previously coated and/or

                                                                             treated with other products, please contact Ability

  precast concrete panels

                                                                             Building Chemicals Co for further information.

� Extremely durable - Guaranteed for 20 years against

  flaking, lifting and peeling when applied as

                                                                               Packaging:

  recommended to a vertical surface.

                                                                             X55 Hi-Seal Paint is supplied in 20kg pails.

 Usage and Application:

                                                                               Coverage:

Supplied as ready-to-use, 100% solids powder,

                                                                             On average, the coverage rate for a 20kg pail of

X55 Hi-Seal Paint should be thoroughly mixed (using

                                                                             X55 Hi-Seal Paint is 50m 2 x 2 coats.

a power mixer) into the specified quantity of clean,

potable water (drinking water) just prior to application.

                                                                               Storage:

X55 Hi-Seal Paint should be applied liberally and

                                                                             For maximum shelf-life, X55 Hi-Seal Paint should be

uniformly to the prepared surface, which should be                           stored in its original container, out of direct sunlight,

clean, sound and lightly but uniformly dampened prior                        in appropriate, dry conditions. When kept dry and

to application. X55 Hi-Seal Paint can be applied using                       stored under low-humidity conditions in its original

most standard painting/application methods including                         unopened container, X55 Hi-Seal Paint has a storage

                                                                             shelf life in excess of 12 months.

brush, roller, sponge and/or spray (using suitable

equipment).

                                                                               Precautions:

Once mixed using the recommended rates and mixing

                                                                             X55 Hi-Seal Paint is a non-hazardous, non-flammable,

procedure, X55 Hi-Seal Paint has a useable ‘pot� life

                                                                             non-explosive substance and is classed as a non-

of approximately 5 hours at 23°C.                                            dangerous good, however, it is recommended that

At the same temperature, the applied product becomes                         the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

‘touch-dry� in around 30-45 minutes.                                         and precautions are followed when handling and using

                                                                             the product:

After the application of two coats, the painted surface                      � Wear full overalls, gloves safety goggles and a dust

should be gently hosed intermittently with clean tap                           mask during mixing

water to assist with curing and hardening.                                   � Avoid skin and eye contact

                                                                             � Always wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking

For maximum protection, it is recommended that this

                                                                               or using the toilet.

water spray curing technique be carried out several

times intermittently over the following 2-3 days.

                                                                             For further Health and Safety information, please refer

                                                                             to X55 Hi-Seal Paint Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

                                                                             which is available from Ability Building Chemical Co.







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