Armashield

Lambswool Roller

Datasheet Number: D245

A smooth, low gloss, acrylic membrane with outstanding long term durability. This easy to apply finish is highly weatherproof and ideally suited for high rise repaints and as a dirt shedding or impact coating for masonry surfaces.

Product Overview

Description

A low gloss, tough acrylic membrane with outstanding long term durability.

Uses

Repaint/impact coating on masonry, brick/blockwork. Exterior cement render, concrete, fibre cement sheeting, AAC panels and blocks, bricks and blockwork. Recommended for texture coating repaint or as an impact coating. Particularly suitable for commercial and high rise repaint where a weatherproof membrane is required.

Features & Benefits

Seamless membrane

Outstanding weathering and moisture resistance.

Vapour permeability

Allows substrate to breathe.

Technical

Colour Range

Available in a wide range of colours

Dry Film Thickness

80 – 100 micrometers, depending on profile.

Drying Time

Armawall Primer – 2 Hours. Armawall Armashield – 4 Hours. Note: This may be lengthened in damp, cold or humid conditions. Do not apply at temperatures below 10°C.

Odour

Low

Profile

Low

Spread Rate

Up to 8m2/litre

Surface Preparation

Aged enamel

Previously painted enamel surfaces should be undercoated with Taubmans Tradecoat.

Masonry surfaces

New cement render, masonry and concrete surfaces should be allowed to cure for 28 days. Off form concrete should be thoroughly cleaned by acid etching, water or sand blasting to ensure all bond breaker oils are removed. All masonry surfaces should be primed with Armawall Primer (thinned 50-100% with water) prior to the application of Armawall Armashield. Seal tilt slab concrete with Armawall Sealer/Bonder to ensure adhesion of topcoats.

Previously painted surfaces – in sound condition

Previously painted surfaces in sound condition should be scrubbed down with detergent and fresh water; fresh water washed and allowed to dry.

Special substrate preparation and application

Surface irregularities such as blow holes and profile defects may require patching with Armawall Filler or Patch prior to system application.

Application

Armawall Armashield can be used in a number of ways: 1. Apply 1 coat by roller over other Armawall textures as a decorative topcoat (8m2/litre) 2. Apply 2 coats over primed concrete with a long nap roller to achieve a smooth membrane finish (8m2/litre each coat).

Cleanup

Water, away from drains and watercourses.

Stirring

Stir Armawall Armashield prior to use.

Temperature

Avoid application when temperature is below 10°C and above 35°C.