Common use of Directions for Use Clause in Contracts

Directions for Use. Different application system is to be followed in case of fresh painting and repainting over vertical surfaces. Post-recommended surface preparation and system application are to be done as detailed below. i. Fresh surface (Must be a cement plaster in sound condition with no debonding. Localized repairs done as per standard civil practices in case it is required): 1. Apply a fresh coat of Waterlock mixed in a ratio of 3:1 and applied with a spreading rate of 4.6 – 5.1 Sq. meter/Ltr (Priming Coat) 2. Allow to dry for 4-6 hours and then apply another coat of Waterlock without dilution with forced coverage of 2.32 sq. mtr /Ltr (25 Sq. ft/Ltr) ii. Repainting over surfaces free from chalking and painted within the last 5 years. 1. On previously painted surfaces apply single coat of undiluted Waterlock. (in sound condition with no flaking peeling off etc), apply one coat of Waterlock without dilution at a spreading rate of (2.79 to 3.25 Sq. meter/Ltr) 30-35 sq. ft./ltr and allow to dry for 4-6 hours. Special Precautions before product application: 1. The surface to be painted (fresh plaster or repainting surface) should be in sound condition with no debonding, flaking or loose particles on the surface. Any areas where the surface is not in good condition needs to be repaired as per standard civil practices. 2. Application of a coat of putty under the Waterlock System is not recommended, as it may reduce the overall bonding strength of the system to the surface. 3. In case of fresh plaster surfaces with high undulations, a thin coat of Homesure WallEx Level Well may be applied to smoothen the surface. However, please ensure the level well coat is cured completely before application of the Waterlock system. 4. Do not apply during or when rain is expected in the next 8 hours 5. Do not over-thin or over-extend the brush. 6. Protect freshly painted surface from rains till full dry. 7. Stir well and strain before use. 8. The product must have been stored as specified in their packaging instructions and have been used within their shelf life as mentioned in the product information sheets of Waterlock. 9. Ensure SSD condition for fresh surface, before application of Waterlock, which helps in smooth application achieving desired coverage. 10. Application should be done between 10°C to 35°C. Application done below 10°C, will cause cracking in the applied coating 11. Application should not be carried out in high temperatures or sunlight, especially afternoon time. 12. Application in sunlight causes eye irritation, so use sunglasses during application.