ArmorUltra is a 3 layer system of primer, epoxy and topcoat. The labels for Armorultra System are color-coded. The first layer of epoxy primer will have Dark Blue (low VOC) or Orange Labels (standard VOC), the epoxy layer will have gray labels, and topcoat has red labels. Never mix different colored labels with each other!!
Prep floor per prep instructions above. Since the mix ratios are different for some of the products, make sure to completely keep aside each ‘layer’ so you do not inadvertently mix the wrong ingredients (this happens more than you would think). Can labels are color-coded to avoid confusion.
Prime floor w/ the Ultra floor primer. Note the primer is a 4:1 mix ratio, so you mix 4 parts of A with one part of B. Mix thoroughly with a mechanical mixer and apply with a medium nap roller or brush. Armorpoxy II may also be used as a primer for this step. Note the mix ratio if using Armorpoxy II is 50/50 while the mix ratio for ArmorUltra primer is 4:1. Allow to cure at least 8 hours, and preferably overnight.
Mix up the ArmorUltra High build epoxy. The mix ratio is 2:1. Use mechanical mixer. Mix for 2-3 minutes. MAKE SURE TO MIX COMPLETELY MOVING THE MIXER ALONG THE SIDES AND BOTTOM, AS ANY UNMIXED MATERIAL MAY NOT HARDEN. MIX FOR 2-3 MINUTES AT SLOW/MEDIUM SPEED. DO NOT ENTRAIN AIR. NOTE: Ultra is a 100% solids (no solvents) fast curing product so only mix up as much as you can apply in about ½ hour. Keep containers cool and out of sunlight. Once mixed, pour the epoxy onto the floor left to right in a ‘bead’. Then apply the epoxy by squeegeeing it out onto the surface with a notched squeegee which we carry or by using a roller. Use of the roller only will give a thinner build. The ‘V’ notches allow the product to flow through the squeegee and allow a higher build of the product. Immediately after applying the epoxy, you, or a helper, should ‘backroll’ the surface with a roller wetted with the epoxy to eliminate any lines from the squeegee notches. Backrolling is a ‘shuffleboard’ motion and downward pressure should not be applied, just back and forth to assure a smooth, even finish. Use of supplied spiked shoes makes this step easy and fast. NOTE: IF YOU FIND THAT THE EPOXY IS A BIT THICK, OR STARTS TO THICKEN UP, IT IS OK TO ADD SOME XYLENE (XYLOL) AT THE RATE OF ½ CUP PER GALLON
If you are using ‘decorative flecks’ these are applied to the surface by ‘throwing them gently up in the air, not downward” onto the wet epoxy. Use supplied spiked shoes to facilitate even application appearance.
If you are using one of our Aluminum Oxide or sand, non skid additives they also get broadcast onto the wet epoxy mid layer while wet. Apply by hand by gently throwing small amounts onto the epoxy. Repeat as needed to achieve desired surface texture. If you purchased our Skid-Tex non skid additive, this material gets mixed INTO the mid layer of epoxy per the instructions on the container.
If you are applying the ArmorUltra Topcoat to your surface, the mix ratio is 2:1 for the Topcoat. Once again you can mix as much or as little topcoat as you need, just hold the 2:1 mix ratio. Topcoat goes on a bit thinner than the epoxy and hence you will get better coverage per gallon. If you are going to use the Ultrawear non skid additive, it gets mixed into the topcoat at this point before applying. Mix parts A & B and Ultrawear at the rate of ½ can per gallon. Use a mechanical mixer hooked up to a drill to assure an even mix and proper suspension of the non skid additive.
NOTE: CONTINUALLY MIX ULTRAWEAR IN THE BUCKET WHILE APPLYING SINCE IT IS ‘HEAVY’ AND CAN SINK OUT OF SUSPENSION. Pour small amounts of mixed topcoat into pan and apply with roller or brush.