MIXING AND
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
NORTHERN NIF 65 EPOXY
PRODUCT MIXING: This product has
a one to one mix ratio by volume-merely mix equal volumes such as
1 gallon of Part A to 1 gallon Part B. Then mix well with a slow
speed mixer such as a jiffy mixer, until the material is
thoroughly mixed and streak free.
PRODUCT APPLICATION: The mixed
material can be applied by brush, roller, or spray. Maintain
temperatures within recommended ranges during the application and
curing process.
DRY TIME: Light foot traffic, 16-24
hours at 70 degrees F.
CONCRETE PREPARATION FOR FLOOR COATING:
Acid etching solution will not work properly on greasy, oily, or
painted surfaces. This concrete must first be cleaned with
either, Northern Aqua-Blue or Northern Scrub-Free, for heavy film
buildup removal.
Acid solution should always start at lowest level of a floor
usually the drains. Apply in circular fashion out away from
drains. Remember acid solution will not work properly when poured
on "spent" or "used" acid solution. Acid
solution will "foam" or "froth" instantly
when poured on the concrete. Slow or no reaction is a sign that
the concrete was not ready to be etched. Clean and repeat above
procedure.
Muratic and Hydrochloric acids are available commercially at most
hardware or pool supply stores. Mix 2 parts water with 1 part
acid for good etching. Using a plastic watering sprinkler, apply
the mixed acid solution (always add water to the can first) at a
spread rate of 50 sq. ft. per gallon. Acid solution must be
"worked" into the substrate with a stiff bristle broom
to completely agitate the floor. Once acid solution stops
frothing (approximately 10-15 minutes) flush the remaining
solution to drain and rinse floor thoroughly. "Do not let
solution dry". Rinse floor a second time with some household
ammonia to neutralize any acid residue that might remain.