Dur-A-Fast Gemstone PMMA Trowel
Polyurethane Methyl Methacrylate based Multi-Coloured Decorative Coating
Coverage

1.8 m²/10kg kit @ 3mm (20 ft²/22 lbs kit @ 1/8 m²)

NMS
07 18 16
Description

Dur-A-Fast Gemstone PMMA Trowel is a polyurethane modified methyl methacrylate decorative, trowel applied coating with high build, multi-coloured aggregates with oversized Mica flakes to yield a finish that replicates the look of granite. It is the decorative coating for Dur-A-Fast Gemstone Decorative System.

Advantages
  • Aesthetically pleasing
  • Granite-like finish
  • Polyurethane modified Methyl Methacrylate based technology
  • Extremely rapid curing, ready for sealcoat within 45 minutes (depending on temperature). 
  • Cold curing capability, cures down to 0oC
  • Excellent water immersion properties
  • High chemical resistance to acids, alkalis, salts, seawater, sewage and other compounds
  • Fast curing properties
  • Abrasion resistant, tough product
  • UV Resistant
  • Can be installed vertically and horizontally

 

Uses

Dur-A-Fast Gemstone PMMA is used as the decorative coat, part of the Dur-A-Fast Gemstone Trowel system. Dur-A-Fast Gemstone PMMA Trowel is a hand applied, durable decorative coating that can be used for a variety of areas. Dur-A-Fast Gemstone PMMA is also used for balcony terraces and pedestiran walkways, vehicle garages, parking stalls, plazas, patios, pool and recreational decks, in addition to commercial and store front applications and stadiums.

Physical Properties
 
Colour

Multi-Coloured Aggregate Blends

Resin Type

Polyurethane modified Methyl Methacrylate

Mix Ratio

Part A (resin): Part B (Initiator): Part C (Colored Aggregates)

Cure Time @ 23°C
  • To touch: 30 minutes
  • To recoat: 45 minutes
  • Traffic: 2 hours
  • Fully Cured: 5 days
Pot Life @ 23°C

10 minutes

Coverage

1.8 m²/10kg kit @ 3mm (20 ft²/22 lbs kit @ 1/8 m²) *varies on system*



Performance Properties
Method Results
Abrasion Resistant

ASTM 5178-91, CS-17 wheel

75 mg, 1000 g load, 1000 cycles

Tensile Strength

ASTM D 638-86

1,680 psi

Tear Strength

ASTM D624 Die C

160 lbf

Elongation

ASTM D 638-86

55%

Water Absorption

ASTM D570

<0.1% (Sealed w/ Dur-A-Fast Sealcoat Clear)

Shore D Hardness

ASTM D 2240

70

Pull-Off Strength of Coatings

ASTM D 4541

3.35 MPa (480 psi) over concrete surface

Percent Solids

ASTM D7232-06

100%

V.O.C.

ASTM D3960

0 g/L

Specific Gravity

ASTM D 333

1.6 m2 0.05 g/L