Additional Information

Mixing

If mixing less than a full kit, mix Part A and Part B separately with a stir stick, or low-speed mixer to ensure uniform distribution of all ingredients. In a clean mixing container, blend 2 Parts A and 1 Part B using a drill mixer for 2-3 minutes. Avoid creating a vortex in the material which could introduce air and/or moisture content to the mixture. Do not mix more than can be applied within the usable pot life time frame.

Base Coat FX can be used for multiple applications. It can be used as a base coat for broadcasting flakes/chips, a medium for metallic floors, flood coats to build up floors, and as a medium for solid color floors.

For flake primer coats, mix 1 container (16 oz) of Base Color FX into Part A of each 3 gallons used. Mix for 2-3 minutes or until the color has been thoroughly mixed. Depending on how thick or thin you apply your material, you may need an additional 16 oz container of Base Color FX.

For metallic primer coats, mix 1 container (16 oz) of Base Color FX and/or 1 container (32 oz) of Metallic 3DFX into Part A of each 3 gallons used. Mix for 2-3 minutes or until the color has been thoroughly mixed.

Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing bucket.

As a final mixing step, we strongly recommend placing the mixed (A and B) material in a clean bucket and mixing for an additional 1-2 minutes.

*Coverage Rates

First Coat – Direct to Concrete: 100 – 130 ft per gallon
Second Coat – Over Existing Coating: 80 – 120 ft per gallon
Metallic Coat – Over Existing Coating: 35-50 ft per gallon

*Coverage rates may vary depending upon surface porosity, texture, application method, and prior coating application.

Epoxy Flake/Chip Floors

Base Coat FX is an excellent medium to broadcast flakes/chips in. For 100% coverage, we recommend taking your total square footage and dividing it by 7. This will give you the number of pounds needed for a full coverage flake/chip floor.

Application

As a base coat for epoxy flake floors, spread material evenly using a flat or notched squeegee at 125 -150 square feet per gallon and back roll using a shedless 3/8″ nap roller cover.

As a metallic coat, pour the mixed material in ribbons, puddles, etc., and spread evenly using a flat or notched squeegee at 35 -50 square feet per gallon. Pour and apply mixed material on the floor immediately after mixing as leaving in mix container will shorten pot life. We recommend using WB Prime FX as a floor primer before applying a metallic coat. WB Prime FX will aid in completely sealing off the surface and avoiding air bubbles.

Re-Coat

If possible, recoat within the suggested recoat window located above. Apply additional coats in the same manner as the first coat. Note that higher substrate, air, and material temperatures as well as excessive humidity may greatly reduce the acceptable recoat window of this product. When working in higher temperatures, always recoat as early in the recoat window as possible to avoid failure between coats. If recoating outside the suggested recoat window or beyond 24 hours, sand using a 60-120 grit sanding screen to ensure adequate adhesion between coats. Vacuum dust thoroughly, rinse with clean water, and remove excess water with a wet/dry vacuum or floor scrubber. Allow the surface to dry completely prior to application of the coating. Where applicable and with adequate ventilation, wipe the surface with acetone and a microfiber dust mop.

Caution: Acetone FX is extremely flammable! If using acetone follow all safety precautions, make sure no pilot lights, open flames, sources of static electricity, sparks, or extreme heat sources are present. Use the recommended personal protection for Acetone FX.