ELASTOLIQUID

WATER BASED ELASTOMERIC DECORATIVE WATERPROOF COATING

FOR THE PROTECTION OF CONCRETE SURFACES, AND MINERAL
WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES

PROBLEM SOLUTION FIELDS OF USE

CHARACTERISTICS
WATERPROOFING CONCRETE ELASTOLIQUID is suitable for coating and water-
STRUCTURES WITH COMPLEX proofing roofs made of concrete slabs and struc-
FORMS tures.
ELASTOLIQUID is suitable for waterproofing of
ONE-COMPONENT WATERPROOF
concrete surfaces and polymer-bitumen membranes
with slates which are self-protected by slate chip-
ELASTOLIQUID is a liquid elastomeric waterproof- pings or mineral granules.
ing coating containing modified acrylic copolymers On polymer-bitumen membranes or on old bitumi-
dispersed in water. After drying, ELASTOLIQUID nous membranes the adhesion may vary depending
forms a flexible, tough film which adheres perfectly on the age of the system and therefore the oil content
to the surface on which it has been applied. It is rec- still present in the bitumen. In these cases it will be
ommended for application temperatures up to –5°C. necessary to test the adhesion of ELASTOLIQUID
before proceeding with the application. ELASTO-
ADVANTAGES LIQUID is used to waterproof concrete balconies
• Reduces concrete carbonation.
before fixing ceramic or clay tiles where the installa-
How to waterproof and decorate concrete tion of a polymer-bitumen membrane is impossible.
• Excellent protection from aggressive
structures with a complex shape where
agents in the air.
the use of prefabricated polymer-bitumen
• The product is not flammable in a liquid
membranes would be difficult and where the
state.
presence of heat sources and naked flames
• Atoxic product.
increases the risk of fire.

METHOD OF USE
• SUBSTRATE PREPARATION thickness of the waterproofing coating. Usually, accelerated with negative consequences regard-
Concrete surfaces to be waterproofed must be when applying two or more coats, equal to a yield of ing the adhesion of the product to the support.
clean, dry and free of dirt and powder. Any holes, 1 kg/m2, a dry film thickness of 0.4 mm is obtained, • Do not apply ELASTOLIQUID in foggy weather
fissures or cavities should have been previously filled which will be sufficient to guarantee the waterproof- or in very humid conditions which delay the
and levelled with RESISTO UNIFIX mortar; where ing of the surface. filming and drying processes. Do not apply the
necessary, falls must be constructed to allow for the product when there is a risk of imminent rainfall
complete drainage of rainwater. PRECAUTIONS which could wash away the paint which has not
• APPLICATION dried yet.
elastoliquid must be carefully mixed in its con- • Apply ELASTOLIQUID only on surfaces with a • The ELASTOLIQUID film cannot be considered
tainer before use (1). The first coat may be diluted regular water flow. Do not apply on surfaces to be a coating which can be walked on. The
with approximately 5-30% of water depending on subject to ponding. coating can be walked on only during occasional
the type and porosity of the support. • It is unadvisable to apply the product on new bi- maintenance operations.
The product can be applied by brush, roller, broom tuminous surfaces, which have just been applied • After work, clean tools with water and in the pres-
or spray (2). Surfaces to be painted must have suffi- and normally show superficial efflorescence of ence of dry product, remove with white spirits
cient falls to allow the complete drainage of rainwater hydrocarbons which creates some difficulties for or hot water.
which would otherwise cause ponding, softening the total adhesion of the ELASTOLIQUID film.
METHOD OF USE
the film coating, seriously affecting its adhesion to • When the use of ELASTOLIQUID is envisaged
the support. To achieve good protective results it is
necessary to apply two coats of ELASTOLIQUID
on a new bituminous surface, the last layer of this
surface must have a mineral protected surface. +5°C
coating; the second coat should be applied at least • When painting old bituminous surfaces, it is MIX SPRAY BRUSH ROLLER MINIMUN
APPLICATION
24 hours after the first coat has completely dried. On necessary to remove water-soluble dust before MECHANICALLY APPLICATION APPLICATION APPLICATION TEMPERATURE

surfaces subject to micro-cracking ELASTOLIQUID application by washing with water.

coating can be reinforced by inserting the “non- • The product is damaged by frost, keep the cans 1 2
woven” polyester fabric reinforcement RINFOTEX in closed environments at a temperature higher
between the layers of the paint. In this case the yield than +5°C.
of ELASTOLIQUID increases to 0.5 kg/m2. • Conditions of extreme heat and cold should be
avoided during application. Do not apply if the
COVERAGE temperature may drop below +5°C while the film
is drying.
The consumption of the material depends on the • Do not apply ELASTOLIQUID on very hot sup-
type and porosity of the support and on the required ports, as the filming process would be excessively

1st DIVISION
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 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
ELASTOLIQUID
Appearance Pasty liquid
Colour White RAL 9010
Grey RAL 7004
Red RAL 3009

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Green RAL 6025
Specific weight (volumetric mass)
at 23°C (UNI 8910) 1.40±0.03 kg/litre
Dry residue at 130°C (m/m)
(UNI EN ISO 3251) 64±3%
pH 8.5-9
Ultimate elongation (NFT 46002)
on 1.4 mm film (samples 50 mm×20 mm) 300-700%
Ultimate tensile strength on
1.4 mm film (NFT 46002) 10-40 kg/cm2
Flexibility in cold conditions (–15°C)
on 1.2 mm film (UNI EN ISO 1109) test passed
Drying time (dust dry) 4 hours
Impermeability to driving rain
80 mm for 24 hours
(UNI EN ISO 1928) test passed
Resistance factor to vapour
diffusion on 1.687 mm film
(UNI 8202 part 23a) 1.400 µ
Passage of water vapour
on 1.687 mm film
(UNI 8202 part 23a) 15.2 g/m2/24 hours

elements beyond our control, we assume no responsibility regarding the results

which are obtained. The purchasers, of their own accord and under their own
ing the numerous possible uses and the possible interference of conditions or

responsibility, must establish the suitability of the product for the envisaged use.
Flammability not flammable
Storage in the original containers 12 months

The figures shown are average indicative figures relevant to current production

warning. The advice and technical information provided, is what results from our
and may be changed or updated by INDEX S.p.A at any time without previous

best knowledge regarding the properties and the use of the product. Conside

SAFETY REGULATIONS PACKAGING

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• Avoid contact with the eyes. ELASTOLIQUID
• Do not throw residues down the drains. 20-kg Pail.
10-kg Bucket.
WEAR PROTECTIVE
5-kg Bucket.
CLOTHING

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