The labels for Armorpoxy II and ArmorUltra topcoat are color-coded. The first layer of epoxy will have Dark Blue (low VOC) or Orange Labels (standard VOC) and topcoat has red labels. Never mix different colored labels with each other!! Keep each layer to the side or in a separate area to avoid mistakenly mixing epoxy and topcoat, as if this occurs, it will never harden and have to be removed by stripping.
Armorpoxy II is a two part 1:1 mix industrial grade epoxy (4:1 In low VOC formulation). It is self-priming on cement and metal surfaces. On bare wood prime first with our standard one part Armorpoxy Wood Primer or a good quality oil-based wood primer. Do not leave in sunlight or allow containers to get warm or hot as this can shorten the working time when mixed. Use included mechanical mixer to assure proper and thorough mixing. 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 BUBBLES. Once mixed it applies like a standard thick paint and no special skills are required for application.
Do not mix more than you can apply in a 45-60 minute time frame as once mixed, Armorpoxy II hardens and cannot be stored under any circumstances. Better to mix it up in smaller batches and apply. NOTE: you can mix as much or as little epoxy as you want, just make sure to hold the proper mix ratio (1:1 or 4:1 depending on which version you purchased). Armorpoxy II is normally applied with a medium nap, no lint roller. It can also be brushed and sprayed. Unmixed epoxy can be stored in its original containers.
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. Throwing downward can lead to ‘clumping’ of the flecks. Use supplied spiked shoes to facilitate even application appearance.
If you are using one of our Aluminum Oxide non skid additives they also get broadcast onto the wet epoxy while wet.. Apply by hand by gently throwing small amounts onto the epoxy. Repeat as needed to achieve desired surface texture. Our Skid Tex brand non skid additive gets mixed into the epoxy layer per instructions on the container. If you are using decorative flecks, they get broadcast onto the wet epoxy at this point. Broadcast evenly, throwing small amounts of flecks ‘up and away’ so they rain down evenly. Allow to dry overnight before topcoating.
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 more 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 to the floor. 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 AND LEAD TO AN UNEVEN FINISH IF YOU DON’T CONTINUALLY MIX. Pour small amounts of mixed topcoat into the pan and apply with roller or brush