EXTRAQUARTZ Paint

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Reference standard:
EN1504-2

ANTI-ALGAE QUARTZ-BASED WASHABLE WATER PAINT

FOR EXTERIOR FINISHES

GRANTS LEED CREDITS

Exterior coatings
CHARACTERISTICS ENVIRONMENTAL METHOD OF USE PRECAUTIONS

SPRAY APPLY BY APPLY BY STORAGE:

WATER BASED ECO GREEN APPLICATION BRUSH ROLLER KEEP AWAY FROM FROST

PROBLEM SOLUTION APPLICATION FIELDS

LONG-LASTING DECORATIVE EXTRAQUARTZ Paint is a washable water- EXTRAQUARTZ Paint is suitable for protecting
PAINT FOR OUTDOOR WALL based quartz paint for exteriors, formulated and decoration plaster, concrete and mineral
SURFACES with acrylic copolymers in emulsion, selected surfaces in general.
pigments, micronized quartz and high-coverage
mineral fillers. Once dry, it leaves a film that is
highly resistant to UV radiation and weathering.
It contains additives that protect the film against
a broad spectrum of algae, moulds and fungi.

ADVANTAGES
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NEGA
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I • Excellent resistance to weathering
UNRO
FOOR

ORPME
CAOCNC

• Excellent resistance to washing

1504-2 PI
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IIMPREGNATION
MPREGNANTE
• Excellent adhesion to cement-based surfaces
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CONCRETE
RIPRISTINO E PROTEZIONE • High coverage
DELPROTECTION
CALCESTRUZZO PROTECTIVE PRIMER
PROTETTIVO

METHOD OF USE
• SURFACE PREPARATION • COVERAGE • PRECAUTIONS
The surfaces to be painted must be clean The product's consumption depends on the • Keep the containers sealed before use.
and free from impurities and dust. Any holes, nature and porosity of the underlying surface. • Mix the product thoroughly before use.
cracks and recesses in the plaster must be filled On smooth and moderately porous surfaces, • Apply at temperatures between +5 °C and
in beforehand. Old resin-based film-forming the estimated coverage is roughly 4–6 m²/l per 35 °C.
paints must be removed completely. coat. • Do not apply in very humid conditions or if
Apply a coat of PRIMER FIX, an insulating and rain is forecast while the film is still drying.
consolidating fixative, on the clean and dry • Do not apply in extremely hot or cold
surface as specified in the relative technical conditions.
sheet. • Clean the tools with water after use; if the
• APPLICATION product has dried, use hot water or white
The paint must be mixed thoroughly before spirit to remove it.
use. Dilute with water (10-15%) and apply the • The product does not react well to frost and
first coat. Apply the second coat after diluting should be stored at temperatures above
the paint with water (maximum 10%), at least +5 °C; once frozen, the product is not
6 hours after the first coat and only once the recoverable.
surface has dried completely. • The containers must be stored away from
It is advisable to always apply at least two criss- direct sunlight and heat sources.
cross coats, in the amounts indicated below.
The product can be applied using a paintbrush,
roller, or sprayer.

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Standard EXTRAQUARTZ Paint
Appearance pasty liquid
Colour see ‘LONG LIFE COLOURS’ - INDEX colour swatch
Density EN 2811-1 1.52 ± 0.10 kg/L
Brookfield viscosity Internal method 40 000 ± 10 000 cps
Dry residue UNI EN ISO 3251 66 ± 3%
Storage in original packaging in a dry place 12 months
Workability characteristics
Application thickness 0.3 mm (in two coats)
Waiting time - till tack-free drying (*) roughly 4 hours
Waiting time - for applying each coat over the previous one (*) 6 hours
Application temperature +5 °C to +35 °C
Application manual or mechanical

Performance characteristics Standards Product performance

Class and type EN 1504-2 I PI

Permeability to water vapour EN 7783-1 Sd < 1.00 m - Class II
Adhesion test EN 1542 ≥ 1.0 MPa
Water absorption through capillarity EN 1062-3 w < 0.07 kg/m²·h0.5
Wash resistance (brush method) > 5,000 cycles
Thermal resistance - Working temperature -30 °C to +90 °C
Hazardous substances EN 1504-2 According note in ZA.1
Test conditions: temperature 23±2°C, R.H. 50±5% and air speed in the test area <0.2 m/s. These figures may vary depending on the specific conditions of the worksite:

the numerous possible uses and the possible interference of conditions or

elements beyond our control, we assume no responsibility regarding the results
which are obtained. The purchasers, of their own accord and under their own
responsibility, must establish the suitability of the product for the envisaged use.
temperature, humidity, ventilation, absorbency of the base coat.
(*) The stated times may be longer or shorter as the temperature decreases or increases.
Compliant with the general principles defined in EN 1504-9 - Principles for evaluation of the use of products and systems.

see LONG LIFE COLOURS colour swatch

The advice and technical information provided, is what results from our best
and may be changed or updated by INDEX at any time without previous warning.
The figures shown are average indicative figures relevant to current production

knowledge regarding the properties and the use of the product. Considering

PACKAGING
EXTRAQUARTZ Paint
• 14-litre can.

• FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION OR ADVICE ON PARTICULAR APPLICATIONS, CONTACT OUR TECHNICAL OFFICE • IN ORDER TO CORRECTLY USE OUR PRODUCTS, REFER TO INDEX TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS •

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