Brushbond Roofguard

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One-component cold - applied acrylic based Typical Physical properties at 23OC

modified polyurethane hybrid elastomeric
Solids by Volume : 50%
coating used as Heat Reflective waterproofing
coating for roof and terraces and also can be Density : 1.30 ± 0.05% g/cc
used as under tile waterproofing coating for Tensile strength ASTM D412 >2 MPa
wet areas Elongation, ASTM D412 300%
Hardness, ASTM D2240 75 Shore A
Uses Tear strength, ASTM D624 13N/mm
A d h e s i o n t o s u b s t r a t e 2 MPa concrete failure
Brushbond Roofguard Premium is a roller, brush, squeegee
with Primer, ASTM D4541
or sprayapplied, one-component waterproofing membrane
based on modifi ed polyurethane hybrid technology. It is acrylic Crack bridging, static / 2mm
based,easy to use, fl exible and UV resistant. It is especially dynamic , ASTM C836
suited for exposed roof applications and under tile waterproof-
UV resistance/colour stability Pass
ing for bathrooms.
1000 hrs qUVA, ASTM D4587
For exposed roof waterproofing applications in both new con- Service temperature -10oC to + 60oC
struction and refurbishment projects. Solar Reflective Index >100

Typical applications include: Clarification of property values

Serviced roofs The typical physical properties given above are derived from
Flat or sloping roofs results derived from laboratory testing in controlled conditions.
Brick Bat Coba surface finish Field-applied samples may vary dependent on circumstances
China mosaic tile roof beyond our control such as the application temperatures and
Cement mortar screed weather conditions, film thickness, test and curing conditions
Under tile waterproofing for bathrooms. and age of samples tested.

Advantages Instructions for use

One-component, ready to use
Surface preparation
UV resistant and colour stable
Seamless All surfaces must be clean and free from debris, loose or flaking
material, standing water, paint, oil, rust, grease, organic growth
Flexibile and crack bridging
and other contaminants.
Environment friendly - low VOC
Concrete surfaces must be free from laitance and any traces
Breathable coating
of formwork release oils and curing compounds. Grinding
Resistant to mould growth recommended as an effective method of surface preparation
Cool roof coating and to provide a suitable key for the Brushbond Roofguard
Reduces surface temperature upto 10oC in peak summer Premium coating. Any surface irregularities must be filled with
Fosroc Nitomortar FC or other appropriate product from the
Excellent adhesion with tile adhesive for direct application
of tiles on the coating. Fosroc Renderoc or Nitomortar range prior to coating. Contact
Fosroc for advice.

Movement joints
Specification
All expansion and movement joints should be primed and
Where mentioned in the contract drawings, the cool coating
sealed with a suitable joint sealant e.g Nitoseal PU50. When
cum waterproofing coating shall be Brushbond Roofguard
Brushbond Roofguard Premium

sealant is dry, Nitoseal Debonding Tape should be applied over

Premium,one-component, flexible, resistant, colour stable
the joint. One primer coat of Brushbond Roofguard Premium
acrylic modified polyurethane hybrid coating system. Brushbond
should be applied to the substrate to a distance 150mm either
Roofguard Premium should be applied to achieve a minimum
side of the tape, and allowed to dry. 0.5 mm thick wet coat of
0.5mm dft.
Brushbond Roofguard Premium should be applied over the joint
area, extending 150mm beyond each side of the tape, and while
wet, reinforced using Geotextile and allowed to dry. A second
0.5mm thick wet coat should then be applied.

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Treatment of Cracks Flood Test

All shrinkage and non-moving structural cracks should be pre- The Brushbond Roofguard Premium membrane must be cured
treated with a combination of Nitoband series. for at least 72 hours prior to a flood test. Flood to a minimum
of 50mm depth of water for 24 hours. Drains must be plugged
Coving and bends and barriers put in place to contain the water.

All floor to wall angles / bends must have a Nitoband TPE. Estimating

One primer coat of Brushbond Roofguard Premium should Supply and coverage
beapplied and allowed to dry, then a 0.5mm joint wet coat ap-
plied, extending 150mm either side of the coving, and while still Brushbond Roofguard 20 litre & 4 ltr pack
wet, reinforced using Nitoband TPE Tape and allowed to dry. A Premium
second 0.5mm wet coat should be applied. Coverage @1mm wft 20m2 per 20 litre pail
(0.5mm dft)*
All the internal and external corners should be treated with Primer Nitoproof WB Primer
Nitoband Corners and Pipe penetrations can be treated with
Nitoband Collers. * Thickness varies depends on the site conditions.

All pretreatment coats must be allowed to dry before the main Limitations
application of Brushbond Roofguard Premium.
Do not apply Brushbond Roofguard Premium if the substrate
Pre-Application Mixing temperature is<30C above dew point.

Brushbond Roofguard Premium is a single component material. Do not apply Brushbond Roofguard Premium if the concrete
Stir using slow speed drill for 1-2 minutes to achieve a homog- moisture content is >6% of if rising moisture (negative pres-
enous consistency prior to application. Avoid air entrapment sure) is evident by polyethylene sheet test, or anticipated
whilst stirring, do not over-stir. Allow to settle for 1-2 minutes during service.
before use.
Do not apply Brushbond Roofguard Premium if the ambient
Priming or substrate temperature is <50C, or when ambient relative
humidity is >85%.
It is recommended that new cementitious and concrete sub-
strates has to be primed with Nitoproof WB primer. Do not apply Brushbond Roofguard Premium, if precipitation
is anticipated within the walkable time of the product. This can
Nitoproof WB Primer is a two component product and must be
be up to 24 hours depending on actual conditions.
mixed & applied in order to perform as specified. Transfer base
and the hardener to a suitable fresh container and mix thoroughly Do not apply Brushbond Roofguard Premium if the substrate
with a slow speed mixer for 2 -3 minutes which makes the mix is confirmed or considered likely to be surface saturated. The
as a milky white paste . Add double the quantity of clean water substrate must be sufficiently dry at the surface to allow some
by volume (4ltr water to 2ltr pack size, 12 liter water to 6ltr pack
penetration of primer.
size) to the mix gradually under mixing which makes the mix
as low viscous milky white liquid. Apply using a roller or brush. Brushbond Roofguard Premium is not suitable for permanent
pedestrian traffic.
Application
Brushbond Roofguard Premium should not be subjected to
Brushbond Roofguard Premium can be applied in two coats by
permanent static point loading. In this case protection must be
roller or brush or squeegee or by airless spray at a wet film thick-
in place, see Curing and Protection section.
ness of 0.5 mm per coat. This is the recommended technique
for applications onto vertical surfaces.Allow the first coat to dry
(normally 1-5 hours depending on the climatic conditions), then
proceed with the application of the second coat. The second
coat of Brushbond Roofguard Premium should be applied at
90° to the first, ensuring that a final continuous coating with a
minimum total applied wet film thickness of 1.mm is achieved,
resulting in a total dry film thickness of 0.5mm.

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Brushbond Roofguard Premium should not be subject to Additional information
permanent immersion or permanent ponding water.
Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary products
Brushbond Roofguard Premium should not be subject to which include :
chemicals or oils spillage, any such contamination should be
removed immediately and repairs carried out if necessary. • Waterproofing membranes & waterstops
• Joint sealants & filler boards
When used to waterproof a ballasted roof, the Brushbond • Cementitious & epoxy grouts
Roofguard Premium must be covered by a min 140g/m² non- • Specialised flooring materials
woven geotextile prior to placing of ballast. • Concrete repair mortars
• Protective coatings
Brushbond Roofguard Premium is not suitable for permanent
• Surface treatments
contact with soil used for growing flora, e.g. inside planter
• Concrete Admixtures
boxes, for roof gardens. • Cement Grinding Aids
Storage

Brushbond Roofguard Premium has a shelf life of 12 months

if kept in a dry, air conditioned store between +5oC and +35oC
in its original unopened containers. A reduction in shelf life can
be expected if stored above +35OC. Product is water based
and must be protected from freezing conditions.

Precautions

Health and Safety

For all Fosroc products, consult the appropriate Health and

Safety Datasheet.

Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold
subject to its standard terms and conditions of sale, copies of which may be obtained on
request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation specification
or information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or
continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either
directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products whether or not in accordance with
Fosroc Chemicals any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it.
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