GUARDIANDECK™
FREEDOMTUFF® GUARDIANDECK™ is an integrative group of coatings utilizing an epoxy primer, spray applied FreedomTuff® 2190 polyurea, FreedomTuff® 4300 and FreedomTuff® 4000 that are hand applied two component polyurethanes and polyaspartics providing a protective and elastomeric waterproofing vehicular/traffic coating with an overall theoretical dry film thickness between 96 mils± (2438.4 microns) and 150 mils± (3810 ± microns), mil thicknesses are based on specification. These coatings are 100% solids, solvent free and odorless, forming a continuous seamless membrane. The GuardianDeck is available with a 5-year or longer leak free warranty if preapproved in writing prior to the start of the project by Freedom® Chemical Corp, and with an independent third-party inspection service, hired by owner.
Case Studies & Applications
California State University
Client: California State University
Sub-Contractor: Innovative Painting & Waterproofing
LADWP John Ferraro Building
Client: LADWP John Ferraro Building
Sub-Contractor: D7 Consulting
West Hollywood Gateway Mall
Contractor: Innovative Painting and Waterproofing
Job description: Heavy Duty Loading Dock
ADVANTAGES
- Chemical resistance – excellent.
- Complies with VOC and SCAQMD requirements.
- No noxious odors.
- USGBC LEED, EQ Credit 4.2 AND 4.3: Low-emitting VOC Compliant Materials
- Withstands constant water immersion.
USES
- Vehicular Decks
- Parking Structures
- Loading Docks
APPLICATION
Throughout the application the sanded surface must be clean and dry.
The substrate may require more than one coat of FreedomTuff® primer. After selection of primer, mix and immediately pour primer onto the substrate at a rate of 100 to 200 square feet per gallon (9.29030m² to 18.5806m² per liter) in enough quantity to obtain a minimum theoretical dry film thickness of 8 mils (203.2 microns) per coat.
Apply coating over primer within eighteen (18) hours, if not coated within the time allotted, contact Freedom® Chemical Corporation.
For optimum results proceed with application while air and substrate temperatures are between 32º F (0° C) and 104° F (40° C) 6º (-14.44º C) above the dew point and rising.
Prior to application of FreedomTuff® 2190 precondition both Part-A and Part-B to 75º F (23.88º C) – 80º F (26.66º C) before applying.
Fit Part-A with a desiccant drying device.
Apply FreedomTuff® 2190 using a plural component, high pressure 1:1 ratio heated, spray equipment.
Proportioner Conditions:
- Capacity minimum 20 lbs. per minute
- Static pressure 2800 – 3000psi
- Spraying pressure 2500psi minimum
- Pressure balance 100 variance desirable
- 300 psi variance maximum
- Temperatures preheaters & hose 165º F (73.8889º C) each
Spray apply FreedomTuff® 2190 at a minimum of 4 to 6 gallons (15.1416 liters to 22.7125) per 100 square feet (9.290 m²) to the substrate, to achieve a theoretical dry film thickness between 48 and 96 mils± (1219.2 to 2438.4 microns) over the entire surface, mil thicknesses are based on specification and approved by Freedom® Chemical Corporation in writing.
FreedomTuff® 2190 should be sprayed in a smooth pattern, to establish uniform thickness and appearance (crosshatch pattern).
When FreedomTuff® 2190 is applied in sections, each application must overlap the previous one within 0 – 6 hours by a minimum six (6”) to a neat straight line.
Recoat window is within six (6) hours of application of polyurea, if not recoated within the time allotted, contact Freedom® Chemical Corporation.
Application of FreedomTuff® 4300 must start within 0 – 6 hours of spraying FreedomTuff® 2190. FreedomTuff® 4300 Part-B should be mixed individually prior to combining, add Part-A to Part-B while mixing, using a mechanical mixer at medium speed making sure not to encapsulate any air. Mix until a homogeneous mixture and color is obtained (a minimum of 2 minutes is recommended).
Immediately pour the FreedomTuff® 4300 at 1¼ gallons (4.731 liters) per 100 square feet onto surface and spread evenly onto the FreedomTuff® 2190 in enough quantity to obtain 20 dry mils (508 microns), over the entire surface using notched trowel or squeegee then back roll using a ¼ “mohair roller with a phenolic resin core.
Prior to its full set and starting to gel, broadcast to refusal a washed, dry, rounded, contamination free 20 x 40 nominal sieve size sand (0.0331”/.850 millimeters, .0165”/.425 millimeters) with 6.5 Moh’s minimum hardness into the FreedomTuff® 4300. If shiny spots appear this area must be sanded, re-apply FreedomTuff® 4300 and sand.
NOTE: Turn radii and ramps require an additional coat of FreedomTuff® 4300 at 1-gallon (3.78541 liters) per 100 square feet or in enough quantity to obtain a minimum theoretical 16 mils dry (406.4 microns) film thickness.
Excess (loose) aggregate must be completely removed before application of the FreedomTuff® 4000.
FreedomTuff® 4000 is applied in one coat at a rate of 1-gallon (3.7854 liters) per 100 square feet per gallon (9.290 m²) or in enough quantity to obtain a minimum theoretical dry film thickness of 16 mils (304.79 microns) to achieve a desired color. Immediately pour the FreedomTuff® 4000 onto the horizontal surface and spread evenly over the entire using a flat edge squeegee and then back roll using a ¼” mohair roller with a phenolic resin core.
Recoat window is within eighteen (18) hours of application of topcoat, if not recoated within the time allotted, contact Freedom® Chemical Corporation on how to proceed.
DRY FILM THICKNESS
Freedom® Chemical Corporation’s FreedomTuff® GuardianDeck™ coating has an overall theoretical dry film thickness between 96 mils± (2438.4 microns) and 150 mils± (3810 ± microns) without sand. Thickness are based on warranty requirements.
STRIPING
It is recommended that the end user check the suitability of using an epoxy paint for striping. Apply striping within eighteen (18) hours of applying FreedomTuff® top coats.
SPECIFICATION AND FIELD ASSISTANCE
Contact Freedom® Chemical Corporation for assistance.
Jobsite visits by Freedom® Chemical Corporation’s employees or its independent agents are solely for determining qualification for warranty.
DISPOSAL
All spilled material, unused contents of containers, empty containers and secondary containment spills/leaks, must be cleaned up and disposed of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
See Product Information Bulletins for substrate preparation, packaging, coverage rates, primer, mixing and application information for each product selected.
FreedomTuff® products have a shelf life of 1 year from the date of manufacture, in factory-sealed containers.
TESTING IS REQUIRED FOR LEAK FREE WARRANTIES
Test the entire surface of the protective liner by spark testing at 100 volts per dry mil of lining thickness as per NACE Standard RPO 18B or ASTM D-1562 (steel) or ASTM D-4787 (concrete).
Substrate adhesion test should be performed seven days after application. All testing should be performed by a qualified testing agency. Freedom® Chemical Corporation is not responsible for testing.
The FreedomTuff® product line is a revelation of what Polyureas, Polyurethanes, Polyaspartics and Epoxies are about. When so many products have been “made” for maximum impact, at Freedom® Chemical Corporation we’ve been content to let our products speak quietly. No need to shout when you have something special to say.