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Add-A-Pak |
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Type
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Exterior
Stucco Base and Packaged Color System |
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Application
Method
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Trowel
or spray applied |
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Product
Overview
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 The
Merlex Add-A-Pak Base and Packaged Color Stucco system uses Color
Units, pre-blended, pre-measured formulations of mineral oxide pigment
which are individually packaged in 1 lb. (.454 kg) cartons or heat
sealed poly bags, to be mixed at the job site with the appropriate
Merlex Stucco base. |
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Benefits
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- Eliminates
waste.
- Reduced inventory.
- Faster availability
of desired color.
- 30 standard
colors, custom colors available.
- Bases include
16/20, 20/30, and Santa Barbara Finish.
- Mixes easily.
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Textures
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Merlex
Add-A-Pak Stucco System can achieve all the textures available using
Merlex Color Coat Stucco. |
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Substrates
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Merlex
Add-A-Pak Stucco System will create an excellent bond to any properly
prepared portland cement based surface. |
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Color
Packs
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Add-A-Pak
color units are readily available in 30 standard colors. Custom or
non-chart colors are available upon request. Any Merlex color can
be ordered as Add-A-Pak. The system provides the same high quality
stucco finishes as preblended Color Coat, only the color is not integrally
blended. Requires the addition of one Add-A-Pak color unit to each
bag of base to achieve the proper color. |
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Bases
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The
System uses two standard bases to achieve most colors: A Base
(white portland cement), and B Base (grey portland cement). Other
combination bases (C, D, & E) are available upon request to achieve
unusual colors. Note: Base designation will be determined by the color
that is selected and should always be properly coordinated. |
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Samples
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3"
x 3" sand finish samples are immediately available in all 30
standard colors. Other colors, textures, and sample sizes may be ordered
by special request. Merlex takes pride in its quick response time
in processing your sample orders. |
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Coverage
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Coverage
will vary depending on which type of stucco base is used and how it
is applied. Follow the instructions on the appropriate Merlex Color
Coat or Santa Barbara Finish Stucco product specification sheets. |
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Surface
Preparation
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New portland
cement substrates should be properly cured prior to application
of Merlex Exterior Stucco. All receiving surfaces must be structurally
sound, clean, free of dust, dirt, silicones, paint products, efflorescence
or any other containment which could impair the natural bond. For
hand applications the substrate should be dampened with clean potable
water to control suction. Major cracks, holes, or voids should be
repaired prior to application.
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Mixing
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Mechanically
mix one 90 lb. (40.8 kg) bag of the desired Merlex base material to
a stiff consistency until all lumps dissipate. Add all of the Add-A-Pak
color units that will be required (1 unit per each sack of base) for
the total batch to be mixed. Add enough water to sufficiently loosen
the mixture and then add remaining sacks of base. Continue to mix
for at least 20 minutes to provide maximum workability. Do not
short mix. |
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Application
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Application
technique will vary depending on which type of stucco base is used.
Follow the instructions as outlined on the appropriate Merlex Color
Coat or Santa Barbara Finish Stucco product specification sheet.
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Compatibility
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When
the Add-A-Pak base and color system is selected it should be used
for the entire project. Do not merge with premix stucco. There will
always be a slight, but discernible, color difference. |
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Clean
Up
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Water
and detergent. Clean spills and spatters before stucco dries. |
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Packaging
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Add-A-Pak
color units are packaged 30 units per case. Each unit is properly
marked with the Merlex color number, base designation, and mixing
instructions. |
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Limitations
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Do
not apply if ambient temperature will fall below 40° F (4°
C) within 24 hours. During periods of hot/dry weather moist curing
may be necessary. Caution: Variations such as thickness and
composition of substrate, surface textures, inclement weather, mixing
and application technique, or addition of field additives may impair
color uniformity. To gain higher color uniformity, apply Merlex FogCoat
bonding cement coating.
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Warranty
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Merlex
Add-A-Pak Exterior Stucco is warranted to perform in accordance with
the product specification when used according to application instructions
on the label. This warranty is limited and shall not exceed the total
amount paid by the buyer for the product. In no event will Merlex
Stucco, Inc. be liable for loss of profits, special or consequential
damages in respect to any claim. The foregoing warranties are in lieu
of all other warranties express or implied including those concerning
fitness for a particular use. |
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Environmental
& Safety
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Contains
portland cement and is alkaline on contact with water. May be irritating
to eyes and skin. Wear appropriate skin and eye protection. In case
of eye contact, flush immediately with water. If irritation persists,
consult a physician. Wash hands with soap and water after use or before
eating. Keep out of reach of children. |
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Material
Standards
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Portland
cement: Type 1-ASTM C150-56
Hydrated lime:
Federal specs SS-L-351B Type F, ASTM C206-88 |
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