PRESTAIN COLOR

Natural lasting color for concrete surfaces
SEMCO PRESTAIN COLOR

SUBSTRATES

  • X-Bond Seamless Stone
  • Unsealed Concrete
  • Exposed concrete
  • Concrete block, tilt-up
  • CMU, masonry
  • Vertical, horizontal and below grade surfaces

COVERAGE

sq ft / gallon, 2 coats

Polished concrete250 – 300
Stamped concrete250 – 300
Green concrete200 – 300
Below grade200 – 250
X-Bond Seamless Stone250 – 300

HOW PreStain Color WORKS?

PreStain Color penetrates deep into the pores of your cementitious surface to create a long lasting and colorful surface. In addition it solidifies crumbling surfaces. Unlike competitors SEMCO’s PreStain Color is proven to last through all kinds of climates, conditions and traffic.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF PreStain Color

The SEMCO PreStain Color is a water-based, reactive/penetrating color system that provides rich, lasting color on exterior, interior and below grade concrete, masonry and X-Bond Seamless Stone surfaces. This environmentally responsible system creates lasting surface colors. Unique catalytic reactions provide natural, vivid, one-of-a-kind visual designs. Artistry and practicality combine to create beautiful and functional applications.

ACTIVE ADHESION

Integrated chemical adhesion enables mechanical cross-linking to applied surfaces, creating a perfect bond for long lasting protection.

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SEMCO PRESTAIN COLOR - UV

UV/fade resistance

PreStain Color has been specially formulated to produce a most durable UV/fade resistance. It will give your surface a long-lasting and vivid color making your surface one of a kind.

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SEMCO PRESTAIN COLOR - ALKALI RESISTANCE

Alkali resistance

PreStain Color is formulated to produce a durable alkali resistant surface.

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SEMCO PRESTAIN COLOR - QUICK DRYING

SHORT DRYING TIMES

With its fast drying properties, PreStain Color ensures a quick application time and allows your surface to be walked on within a matter of hours, getting your remodel done in less time.

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AVAILABLE COLORS

* Variations in color may occur depending on application, substrate condition and finishing sealer

FEATURED PROJECTS

APPLICATION

SEMCO Airless Sprayer Application

Airless sprayer
tip size 15, 600 PSI

Pump sprayer
2 coats minimum

Roller
2 coats minimum

Apply at temperatures from 50°F to 90°F

Application instructions

STAGE 1 – PREPRATION OF SURFACE

  • HOW : Lightly sand the surface with a 60 grit sanding disk. Clean all debris
    PURPOSE : Removes excess texture and ensures chemical bond

 

STAGE 2 – APPLICATION OF NATURAL STAIN

  • HOW : Using fine pump sprayer, spray light coat of PreStain Base on to surface and avoid large drops. Work in 2 man teams side by side(1 with Pump Sprayer and 1 with HVLP). For concrete surfaces spray thin coats with HVLP.
    PURPOSE : Ensures chemical reaction of Natural Grain effect
  • HOW : While still wet apply PreStain Color (PreStain Base and PreStain Activator combined, always stir the contents, avoid shaking) with an HVLP, airless sprayer with tip size 17, or a sprayer that is capable of atomizing liquids. (DO NOT ALLOW PUDDLING)
    PURPOSE : Do not shake to avoid in container reaction. No puddles for even color, must spray with low pressure for a pigment reaction
  • HOW : Move across area from left to right as you work your way down the surface, avoid missing any areas of the surface. Avoid stepping in Natural Stain
    PURPOSE : Ensures the finish and color stay consistent
  • HOW : The PreStain Color will then begin to dissipate and as the product forms to the contours of the X-Bond surface.
    PURPOSE : Chemical reaction creates the Natural Grain look
  • HOW : After drying, check if any area requires touch up. If necessary, lightly fog PreStain Color over areas that require touch up
    PURPOSE : Ensures a nice finish
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SPECIFICATIONS

ColorWhite/milky liquid
Chemical typeWater based reactive latex
Clean upSEMCO Stone Soap with water
Shelf life1 year in controlled environment (ambient temperature of 60ºF – 72ºF)
Useful life5 years in controlled environment (ambient temperature of 60ºF – 72ºF)
Packaging1 gal. pail | 5 gal. pail | 55 gal. drum

LABORATORY TEST RESULTS

EN 13144 and ISO 4624 (pull-off) testsPass
UV resistanceExcellent
Surface penetration (4000 psi concrete, broom finish)Up to 0.75 cm
Transmission fluidGood
WaterExcellent
Alkali resistanceGood
Hydrolic acid (10%)Good

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