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Color
Coat Stucco |
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Type
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Portland
Cement Based Pigmented Cementitious Finish For Exterior Surfaces |
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Application
Method
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Trowel
or spray applied. |
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Product
Overview
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 Merlex
Exterior Stucco is a premium quality portland cement based color coat
finish material specifically intended for use as a decorative finish
over properly prepared portland cement based substrates. It is a proprietary
formulation of portland cements, hydrated lime, graded aggregates,
mineral oxide pigments, and specific additives. |
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Benefits
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- Adds esthetic
value to any building
- Standard
colors or custom matches available upon request.
- Eliminates
the necessity for painting.
- Low maintenance,
economical.
- Weather-resistant,
does not deteriorate with age.
- Impervious
to termites.
- Available
with 16/20 or 20/30 aggregate.
- Mixes with
potable water.
- May be trowel
or spray applied.
- Pre-mixed
or base and color system.
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Textures
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Merlex
Exterior Stucco is designed to achieve a variety of textures, machine
dash, and knockdowns. |
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Substrates
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Merlex
Exterior Stucco will create an excellent bond to any properly prepared
portland cement based surface. |
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Colors
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Merlex
Exterior Stucco is readily available in 30 standard colors. Merlex
custom color matching service is available on request if special colors
are required. |
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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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One
90 lb. (40.8 kg) bag covers approximately 12 to 16 sq. yds. (10 to
14.5 m2) with machine application. |
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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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Merlex Exterior
Stucco should be mechanically mixed for approximately 15-20 minutes
to provide maximum workability. For hand application 8 to 10 qts.
(7.5 to 8.5 ltr) of clean water per 90 lb. (40.8 kg) sack will be
necessary. For spray application additional water may be required.
Add approximately
half of the required water to the mixer. With the blades running,
slowly add the sack of Merlex Exterior Stucco. Allow ample time
for initial mixing.
Add remaining
mix water and complete mixing to produce a smooth workable consistency.
For best results, stop mixing after approximately 10 minutes, allow
to sit several minutes, finish mixing (re-temper). Do not
short mix.
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Application
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Merlex Exterior
Stucco should be applied to an approximate thickness of 1/8"
(3mm).
For hand
application: Apply stucco by trowel evenly to the substrate
with enough pressure to insure tight contact. Immediately double
back with a second coat prior to floating or texturing.
For spray
application: Two coats are necessary. Apply the first coat over
a dry surface to produce complete color coverage. When first coat
has thoroughly dried (usually 24 hours), apply a second coat for
texture depth and color uniformity.
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Clean
Up
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Water
and detergent. Clean spills and spatters before stucco dries. |
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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
Color Coat 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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