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Dekguard E2000

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Elastomeric acrylic coating for concrete and masonry.

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Application

Suitable for all types of structures, including those in coastal environments. Ideal for both new and existing structures.


To be used in conjunction with Nitroprime DG.

Description

Dekguard E2000 is an elastomeric, pigmented acrylic coating for concrete and masonry. It protects atmospherically exposed, non-traffic concrete structures. Some features of these product include:

  • Barrier to carbon dioxide, chloride ions, oxygen and water.
  • Can accommodate substrate cracking.
  • Allows water vapour to escape from structure.
  • Elongation and recovery properties.
  • Minimized dirt retention.
  • UV and weathering resistance.

General information

Uniclass

Pr_35_31_85_26 Elastomeric paintsPrimary

NATSPEC National Classification System

0671 Painting

0315 Concrete Finishes

SpecPack

03360 Concrete Finishes

09910 Painting

SpeedSpec

09910 Painting

03365 Concrete Finishes

Specification data - Elastomeric paints

Colour

Available in a wide range of colour choices.

Manufacturer guidance

Contact manufacturer for details on colour availability.

Coverage

2.5 m²/L.

Manufacturer guidance

Theoretical application rate of 0.4 L/m² each coat. 

Standard

To ASTM D412 and AS/NZS 4548.5:1999.

Elongation at break

> 300%.

Carbonation resistance

> 96 metres.

Manufacturer guidance

To protect concrete from carbonation, value must be at least 50 m (Klopfer criteria). 

Surface spread of flame

Class 1.

Manufacturer guidance

Refers to fire testing classification under BS 476, Pt 7:1987.

Overcoating

8 hours.

Manufacturer guidance

Refers to overcoating time at 20°C.