Color Coat

Colorfast coating, durable finish for concrete and masonry. Economical paint for concrete, masonry, and stucco.

Where to use:

Enhance appearance and protect vertical and overhead concrete block, stucco, brick, and synthetic stucco.

How to apply:

Roller, spray, or brush applied, 100% acrylic waterproof coating. Additional Information

Performance Characteristics

  • Weather resistant Long-term protection. Two-coat application passes ASTM E514 for wind driven rain.
  • Breathability Water vapor permeable.
  • Alkaline stable Formulated for highly alkaline substrates.
  • Durable UV stable. Mildew resistant.
  • Colorfast Premium quality, exterior grade pigments minimize fading.
  • Textures Available in sanded and smooth finishes.
  • Extensive color spectrum 38 standard colors and custom matching.

Surface Preparation

  • Remove loose and deteriorated material, laitance, dirt, dust, oil and any surface contaminants that will inhibit proper adhesion.
  • Prepare surface to be sandpaper-like texture (CSP 3) by mechanical abrasion or medium water blasting. Refer to ICRI Surface Preparation Guide 03732 for information about Concrete Surface Profile (CSP).
  • Surface must be dry and frost free.
  • Small voids, air pockets, static cracks up to 1/16 inch and irregularities should be filled with Plastermix.
  • Repair larger voids and damaged areas with Conpro Set.
  • For cracks greater than 1/16 inch, rout and caulk with a urethane sealant. Refer to SWRI Sealants – The Professionals’ Guide.
  • Apply Plastermix to concrete surfaces where a monolithic, void free texture is desired.

Priming

  • Priming is not necessary under normal circumstances.

Mixing

  • Stir or mechanically mix using a low speed drill (400 – 600) until homogenous.
  • Mix pails from different batches when an entire surface is visible.

Application

  • Apply a test sample to determine adhesion. Test using ASTM D3359 cross-hatch adhesion procedure.
  • Substrate temperature must be above 45°F.
  • Ambient temperature must be above 45°F for the entire curing period.
  • Roll, spray or brush apply a uniform 8 mils. wet thickness.
  • For roller applications use a 1/2 – 3/4 inch synthetic nap roller depending on texture of substrate.
  • For spray applications use a Graco 3500, President or Bulldog or equivalent. Refer to Conproco Black Book.
  • Spray application must be back rolled for a pin-hole free surface.
  • Work to pre-determined break points in the structure.
  • Maintain a wet edge.
  • Apply a second coat when the first is dry-to-touch.

Curing

  • Protect from moisture for 24 hours.

Clean Up

  • Clean tools and equipment with water. Clean adjacent areas with water before material dries.

Coverage/Yield

  • 200 ft.²/gal. @ 8 mils. wet.
  • 120 ft.²/gal. @ 8 mils. wet for split block or rough surfaces.

Product Handling

  • Packaging 5 gallon containers.
  • Shelf Life 18 months in unopened containers.
  • Storage Protect from freezing. Transport and store in cool, clean, dry conditions in unopened containers. High temperature will reduce shelf life.

Limitations

  • Do not apply if precipitation is forecast within 24 hours of application.
  • Do not apply in strong winds.
  • Do not apply to frozen surfaces.
  • Do not apply if temperature of substrate is below 45°F.
  • Do not apply if ambient temperature is below 45°F.
  • Do not apply in areas susceptible to ponding water.

Health and Safety

  • Product is alkaline.
  • Do not ingest.
  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
  • Avoid breathing vapors.
  • Refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional information.

First Aid

  • In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
  • For eye contact, flush immediately with a high volume of water for at least 15 minutes and contact a medical professional.
  • For respiratory problems, remove person to fresh air.
  • If respiratory difficulty persists, contact a medical professional.

Disposal

  • Dispose of material in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

Physical state and appearance

 

Paint-like liquid

Base

 

Aqueous

Polymer

 

100% acrylic

pH

 

9.0 – 9.5

Percent solids by weight

 

54%

Viscosity

ASTM D562

90 KU – paint paddle

Density of liquid coatings

ASTM D1475

8.4 lbs./gal.

Water vapor transmission

ASTM D1653 wet cup

10 perms

Water vapor permeance

ASTM D1653 wet cup

18.29 perms (grains/h-ft2-in Hg.)

Water penetration and leakage

ASTM E514

100% reduction

Accelerated weathering – QUV

ASTM G154

10,000 hours –

UV-B cycled with condensation – no effect

Hiding power of coating

ASTM D2805

Excellent – minimum thickness is 8 mils. WFT

FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY
Conproco warrants this product for one year from the date of manufacture to be free from manufacturing defects and to meet the technical properties on the current technical data sheet if used as directed within shelf life. User determines suitability of product for use and assumes all risks. Buyer’s sole remedy shall be limited to the purchase price or replacement of product, exclusive of labor or cost of labor. January 7, 2016.

NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED SHALL APPLY, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CONPROCO CORP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UPON ANY LEGAL THEORY FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Vertical

Conproco
Sika
BASF
Sto
Tamms
Keim
Sikagard 670W
Sika Color
Parkcoat
Super Colorcoat
Sealcoat
Thorocoat 200
Thorosheen
Thoro 35
Concrete Coating
232 and 230
Maxicryl 201
Tammosheen
Tammscoat
None
Elastocolor 550W
Thorolastic
Thorogard
Colorflex
Flexcoat
Stolastic 211
Stolastic 212
Tammolastic
None
None
None
None
None
Soldalit TDS
None
None
None
None
Soldalit TDS
None
None
None
None
Soldali-Dilution
Skiaguard 740W
Master Protect H107
None
Baracade 40/100
None
None
None
None
Aquastain T-96
None

Horizontal

Conproco
Sika
BASF
Sto
Tamms
Keim
None
None
Texture Coat 510
None
None
None
None
None
Aquastain T-96
None

Protection Coatings

Product
Minimum Temperature
Minimum to 55° F
55°F – 70° F
70° F and above
Minimum Time to Coat
Plastermix
40°
12 Hours
4 Hours
2 Hours
3 to 5 days depending on temperature

Liquid Products

Product
Minimum Temperature
Minimum to 55° F
55°F – 70° F
70° F and above
Minimum Time to Coat
Shield MX
40°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch
M3P & M3P-X
45°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch
M3P Overcoat
45°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch
Conpro Lastic
45°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch
Color Coat
45°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch
Super Color Stain
45°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch
Elastideck
45°
24 Hours
18 Hours
12 Hours
Dry to touch

For Cement Based Materials

The gallons per minute volume of a rotor/stator pump is determined by the pump size (i.e. size 6 has a larger capacity than size 3). The pressure capacity of a pump is determined by the number of stages. Thicker materials and longer distances require higher pressure. 

 
Marshalltown
Hy-Flex
Quickspray
ChemGrout
Reed
Forment®
–
X
X
X
X
Gun Shot LPS
–
X
X
X
–
Plastermix
X
X
X
X
–
ISR AG
–
–
–
–
X
Conpro One Shot 2C
–
X
X
X
–
Elastideck
X
X
X
X
–
Structural Skin®
–
X
X
X
–
Conpro One Coat
–
X
X
X
–
Conpro Stucco 
X
X
X
X
–
Foundation Coat
–
X
X
X
–
Conpro Super Seal
X
X
X
X
–

Manufacturer Contact Information

Marshalltown – Hopper Guns

phone: 800-888-0127

www.marshalltown.com

Hy-Flex – Rotar/Stator

phone: 866-849-6246

www.hyflexcorp.com

Quikspray – Peristaltic

phone: 419-732-2611

www.quikspray.com

 

ChemGrout – Rotor/Stator & Piston

phone: 708-354-7112

www.chemgrout.com

Reed – Gunite/Shotcrete

phone: 888-779-7333

wwww.reedmfg.com

For Liquids and Coatings

The capacity of airless spray equipment is determined by the tip size. Given the proper tip size, the manufacturer of the equipment will be able to recommend specific equipment.

 
R.E. Chapin MFG
Titan Tool Inc.
Binks
Graco Inc.
Conpro Start
X
X
–
–
ECB
–
–
–
X
Conpro Primer
X
X
–
–
Conpro Shield MX
X
–
–
–
M3P
–
–
X
–
M3P-X
X
X
–
–
Conpro Lastic
–
–
–
X
Color Coat
–
–
X
–
Super Color Stain
–
–
X
–

Manufacturer Contact Information

R.E. Chapin MFG – Low Pressure spray

phone: 888-950-4458

www.chapinmfg.com

Titan Tool Inc. – Airless sprayers

phone: 800-526-5362

www.titantool.com

Graco Inc. – Airless sprayers

phone: 612-623-6000

www.graco.com

Compare Color Coat to paint

Color Coat is a 100% acrylic paint formulated specifically for the high alkalinity of cementitious substrates. This compatibility significantly extends the useful life of the coating. 

Compare Color Coat to Lastic

Color Coat is a rigid coating that will not bridge cracks.  The application rate per coat is about 50% of Lastic. Color Coat is recommended for exposed concrete such as balcony ceilings, parking garage overheads and the underside of concrete structures.  Lastic is not recommended for these applications. 

Is custom color matching available?

Color Coat is available in 38 standard and unlimited custom colors.  Color Coat is available in smooth and sanded finishes to accent architectural details.

How to use this chart

Choose the 3 or 4 most important characteristics from the Performance Criteria. Determine which product is best suited to the specific application by adding the value numbers for each product and comparing the totals.

5 = Best Available; 4 = Excellent; 3 = Above average; 2 = satisfactory; 1 = Not a characteristic of the product.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA – VERTICAL APPLICATIONS

 
M3P 
M3P Overcoat
Conpro Lastic
Color Coat
SuperColor Stain
Terra Color
Breathable/Vapor transmission
5
5
3
3
4
3
Flexible
1
1
5
2
2
2
Weather and Water Protection
4
4
5
3
3
3
Long-Term Durability
5
4
4
3
3
3
Carbonation Mitigation
5
5
5
3
2
3
Fade Resistance
5
5
4
4
4
4
Crack Bridging
1
1
5
1
1
1
Dirt Pick-up
5
5
3
4
5
4
Stain Resistance
5
5
3
4
5
4
Abrasion Resistance
2
2
4
4
4
4
Fugus and Mildew Resistance
5
5
4
4
4
4
Maintenance Requirement
5
5
4
3
4
3
Opacity / Hiding Power
2
4
5
4
3
4

M3P: An inorganic mineral silicate based paint that provides long-term protection and water repellency without changing the natural appearance of the substrate.
Best Suited: Protection from water and carbonation for structures that are difficult to maintain or impractical to recoat in the future. Provides a natural “not painted” appearance. Use when the object is to blend the color of the substrate to be more uniform

M3P Overcoat: Highly breathable hybrid mineral silicate/acrylic coating for application over painted or unpainted surfaces providing a natural non-gloss finish.
Best Suited: Previously painted substrates, particularly silicone and elastomeric coatings which after multiple application reduce vapor transmission to low levels. On unpainted surfaces to preserve natural appearance while hiding significant color variations in the substrate.

Conpro Lastic: An elastomeric waterproof breathable membrane for vertical exterior surfaces.
Best Suited: Structures that require a membrane waterproofing treatment because of cracks, mortar joints, porosity and other physical characteristics that allow water, carbonation and other contaminants into the substrate.

Color Coat: A water-based acrylic coating for concrete and masonry substrates.
Best Suited: Ideal for weather protection of concrete and stucco. High vapor transmission makes this coating well suited for nosing and underside of balconies. Good performance to cost ratio.

Super Color Stain: A penetrating opaque water-based stain that provides uniform color to concrete and masonry.
Best Suited: Horizontal and vertical surfaces that require water repellency as well as uniform color.

TerraColor: Formulated to match colored glaze finishes.
Best Suited: Repairing and restoring terracotta and brick.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA – HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS

 
Elastideck
SuperColor Stain
Breathable/Vapor transmission
4
4
Flexible
5
2
Weather and Water Protection
5
3
Long-Term Durability
3
3
Carbonation Mitigation
5
2
Fade Resistance
4
4
Crack Bridging
5
1
Dirt Pick-up
2
5
Stain Resistance
2
5
Abrasion Resistance
4
4
Fugus and Mildew Resistance
4
4
Maintenance Requirement
4
4
Opacity / Hiding Power
5
3

Elastideck: A flexible, breathable waterproof membrane for horizontal surfaces.
Best Suited: Balconies, walkways and slab -on-grade surfaces. Excellent for pedestrian and light vehicular traffic.

Super Color Stain: A penetrating opaque water-based stain that provides uniform color to concrete and masonry.
Best Suited: Apply to Elastideck in the same color to provide resistance to dirt pick up and staining.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW WHEN CHOOSING A COLOR AND COATING

The actual color of the coating and stain may vary from the color samples in this card.
Always order a wet sample to be applied to the intended substrate. Allow to cure for a minimum of 24 hours before evaluating.
Stains are generally used in a color similar to the substrate and tend to be more natural looking compared to paints.
Paints are generally used to change the color of the substrate.
Elastomeric coatings are used to waterproof substrates that have movement (cracking or when carbonation is a concern).
The curing rate will affect the final color of Conpro Stucco. Substrate absorption, temperature, wind, moisture and the changing angle of the sun or obstructions that block the sun while curing will contribute to color variation of cementitious coating.
Always apply a sample of the material to the structure to determine actual coverage and the degree of adhesion (ASTM D3359). Allow one week curing before conducting adhesion test.
Plastermix applied to concrete prior to a coating will dramatically improve the overall appearance by creating a uniform, bug-hole free surface.

Untreated CMU surface

Color Coat on CMU

One Coat

Two Coats

M3P Overcoat on CMU

One Coat

Two Coats

M3P on CMU

One Coat

Two Coats

Super Color Stain on CMU

One Coat

Two Coats

Conpro Lastic on CMU

Two Coats

Projects Showcase

Purnell Hall

Purnell Hall

Project History

The University of Delaware’s Purnell Hall project included concrete accent repairs and application of protective coatings on all concrete elements and decks. Since horizontal, vertical and overhead coatings would be used, it was important that all coatings were accurately color matched. Any variation in color would be very evident where the balcony elevation and the regular elevations meet and intersect with the balconies’ fascia and soffits. CRI Restoration also had to complete the project in a very narrow time frame. The Conproco system offered the benefit of a single source manufacturer, which streamlined the process.

Audubon High School Grandstand

 

Audubon High School Grandstand

Project History

Audubon High School grandstand was built in 1936. Physical wear, corrosion of steel reinforcing, deicing salts, acid rain and freeze/thaw cycling all played a role  in spalling and deterioration of concrete surfaces.  The architect, structural engineer and school district formulated a repair strategy designed to restore the  structural elements, update the appearance and  incorporate protective measures to extend the useful  life of the stadium. Extensions to widen each of the steps  on the main stair aisles were poured to bring them up to  code. Conpro Primer was applied first to the existing  concrete to improve adhesion. Once the repairs were  complete Elastideck and Super Color Stain HR system  was used on the treads and risers to prevent water entry.  Color Coat was used to coat the soffit of the grandstand,  concrete columns supporting the grandstand and  the various knee walls around the grandstand.

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