FAQ TK 64 Trailer Floor Coating
My trailer has an aluminum floor; what kind of prep work should I do before applying?
If aluminum is new or fairly new: metal could have a light oily coating from the manufacturing process. Clean with a citrus based degreaser, rinse thoroughly and dry. Scuff with P120 sandpaper, dust and ready to apply.
If aluminum is old: it already has been scuffed by using it but now the cleaning is very important.
Dirt will have accumulated in those scratches and will hinder good adhesion of the coating. Clean the floor with a citrus based degreaser and a stiff bristle brush and/or power washer. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Please pay attention to the application temps (min 60F/ max 90F ) . Do not apply in full sun.
If done properly, spraying underneath the trailer with foam should create a water/air tight seal.
By coating the top of the floor with TK64, you will create a similar seal on the top.
The plywood will stay perfectly dry, protected from the elements and there is no need for it to breathe.
TK 64 is not a paint, it is a thick coating that will effectively seal the plywood.
If you decide to apply TK64, ensure you caulk the edges, where the plywood touches the frame or side walls.
Color of Spray Foam
If black foam, you are good to go.
If yellow, beige or light green, you might consider putting a protective coating over it because some of the foams are not really meant to be exposed to the elements.
Will this work for Snowmobiles?
Our coating is basically a protective plastic barrier that is strong enough to withstand the abrasion of rubber boots, muddy tires, tool boxes etc.
When it comes to sharp , metal objects however, this impermeable protection can be damaged. I have seen the damage that snowmobiles can do on inch thick rubber mats protecting some wooden bridges and TK64 would fail there also.
I would suggest that you paint the floor with TK64 and install a rubber mat on the critical areas where the snow mobile could cause damage. That should give you the desired protection for many years to come.
Yes, you can apply this coating directly on the Advantech board after the board has been cleaned with a Citrus based degreaser (ie ZEP, Orange Blast, etc).
Make sure to scrub the surface properly and rinse with lost of water.
Let the board dry before application.
Yes , you can use paint chips. Let the first application dry to the touch, apply the second coat and sprinkle your chips to achieve your desired look while wet.
Let dry and Bob's your uncle!
0.7 to 1 mm is the total recommended thickness for the coating.
When you apply by rolling the coating, it means 2 thick coats ( low pressure on the roller).
The second coat can either be applied when the first one is dry to the touch or anytime after that.
There is no advantage one over the other but when leaving the first coat to dry longer (couple of days , weeks or even months) make sure that it stays clean to assure maximum adhesion.
Yes, most paints adhere well to the floor coating but you should always do a little test yourself.
However, applying a paint over the coating will create problems. Remember that TK64 is a strong coating formulated to withstand abrasion.
Paints are formulated to make things look beautiful and are not as think nor as strong as this coating.
Walking or riding over this paint is going to damage it very quickly leaving the Floor Coating to show through.
Yes, TK64 adheres to paintable silicone around the floor and wall seams.
"If you are applying to an OSB trailer floor, is their any benefit to putting down a couple coats of primer before applying TK64?"
A primer is always an extra layer of protection. You can use a primer but you do not need to.
If you decide to go with a primer, make sure it is water-based.
TK64 will not bond with oil based primers.
Yes!
A lot of trailer owners cover the bottom 6 or 12 inches of the walls for extra protection.
"It mentions not applying in humidity over 80%, but cooler than 90°. I live in Florida so the days are well over 90°, so early morning would be best for temperatures. The problem is in Florida the humidity is also well above 80% even in the early morning. How can I get around this? "
The only negative effect the Florida humidity will have on your application is that the drying time will be longer than indicated in the Coatings Tech Sheet. So you will have to wait an hour longer before applying the second coat and wait at least 24 hours before light use. You can always help the drying process by using a small fan to move the air.
But do not apply in full sun exposure. Then the coating would dry too fast.
TK64 has good adhesion on this primer as long as it is clean, dust and dirt free.
Yes, this is low odor.
Most products have a lot of solvents in it and they strongly smell when released. TK 64 is water based, contains less than 1% solvent and smells much less.
A small fan in the application area will not only speed up the drying process but also disperse the odor created.
This product is a coating which needs to be applied 12 times thicker than paint to effectively protect against rust , corrosion, wood rot, abrasion, etc.
It is very difficult to obtain the required thickness with a paint brush.
Therefore we recommend to applying with a foam roller cover 3/8" Nap.
Yes ,TK 64 Trailer Floor Paint can be applied on most painted surfaces.
Always do a small test yourself before application.
Clean/scuff painted surface as per instructions.
Also, please note that TK 64 has great adhesion on metals, wood, stone, concrete, etc when directly applied to these substrates.
If applied to a painted surface, the adhesion will be the same as the adhesion of the paint to the substrate.
If the paint is peeling off, remove the loose paint before applying.
TK64 coating is strong enough to protect floors of utility trailers and make them last longer. UV resistance is built in.
Just make sure to apply at the recommended thickness.
One coat will give you a clean looking floor but will not give you the protection you are looking for.
TK64 Floor Coating is not a paint, it is a coating that provides rust , corrosion , impact and abrasion protection. A minimum of 2 Thick Coats is required.
If you plan to use painters tape, make sure to remove the tape before drying.
The coating has some grit in it already but you can always add some silica (sand). Best to sprinkle the sand on the first coat while still wet. The courser the sand , the better the traction. Then apply the second coat which will encapsulate the added silica.
There are a couple of differences between TK64 Trailer Floor Coating and enamel paint.
1. Viscosity: one product is a paint the other is a coating.
This means that two layers of our coating will be much thicker (ie more protection) than 2 layers of the the enamel paint.
2. Elasticity: the floor of your trailer is nothing like a patio floor. Driving the trailer will make the floor bend and twist.
TK64 stays flexible and will not show hairline fractures.
Enamels dry much harder which might be great if applied to concrete but not for a trailer floor.
3. Most enamels require a primer to be applied before application.
TK64 Trailer Floor Coating does not need primer.
4. There are solvent based and water based enamels, but compare the Health safety warnings between TK64 and enamel paints.
5. Clean up: TK64 with water, solvent based enamels with paint thinner.
Yes, the coating is safe to store hay.
Please follow application/drying instructions and allow 48 hours before bringing in the hay.
Our coating has been successfully applied to garage floors.
However, the tires of a commuter car do not cover the area of a slick and are not generating the heat of race car tires.
Honestly , we have not had any complaints from customers but we have not done any specific research on this issue either.
Our product has real good adhesion on treated wood however...lately we have seen treated wood that is still very wet sold at Lumber Yards.
We recommend to let the wood properly dry before applying the coating.
Once dry, two thick coats will give you the protection you are looking for.
Would Tekton 64 be good for horse trailers? Has it been tested against urine acidity for horses?
It has very good resistance to urine and waste.
The coating is very effective as protection under the rubber floor mats and makes cleaning up easy with a power washer.
Best to apply this coating on new floors. Older floors will need a very thorough cleaning and need to be dry before application.
Do not apply on wet urine soaked floors because adhesion will be poor.
Eventually metal will always win over plastic especially when pounded with brute force.
We accept returns within 30 days, if unused and in resaleable condition.
A 20% Restocking Fee is Deducted from Final Refund.
Keep in mind you can use this on other areas, walkways, stairs, warehouse floor, anywhere you would like an anti-slip surface!
It has excellent adhesion on metals, wood, concrete and painted surfaces.
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Testimonials
"Very Grippy"
Great product. Easy to apply. No mixing just as the directions state. Dries fast once it is applied to a harder coating than i originally thought. Really soaked in to particle board flooring. Very grippy. Time will tell how it holds up but I think it will be good.
-Dean
"Everything it Claims to Be"
I applied the trailer floor coating in my mobile butcher truck. Tekton64 is everything it claims an then some. The truck is hot cold wet an dry condition. No bubbles chip or signs of wear spots after 1 year of heavy daily abuse.
-Adam
"Looks Great"
I’ve been waiting a while to try out this product. The reviews over time seem to be positive, so I decided to give it a shot. I own a 24ft enclosed trailer with a full size rear drop down door and a smaller door at the front. So far this really like the look and the application was pretty straightforward. I did use over a gallon to do both doors. But full disclosure, my trailer is used and the floor was pretty worn down and it soaked it up. I use my trailer to haul my Razor and quads. Looks like it will hold up great. If it does I’ll buy more and do the rest of the flooring.
-Larry
"Coating works great! Excellent customer service."
I have a garden shed that has a drop door much like a trailer. I purchased the paint to paint the drop door and give it some protection since I will be driving my zero turn mower and other things over it. When the order was delivered the container had busted open in shipping and the box was full of the coating. I contacted the seller and received a new shipment within a few days. Awesome service! Applying the coating was simple, just paint on like paint. I've driven over it a few times now with the mower and it still looks great. It got too cold for now, but my plan is to paint the rest of the floor in the spring when I can empty out the shed. Very happy with the product!
-Joni
"Very Pleased and Overall Satisfied"
Very pleased and overall satisfied with it. Glad I got more insight and persuaded me to give it a go! You rock, and your product is awesome!
"Skid Resistant Traction"
This paint was much more and much better than what I had anticipated! The application was easy, and the paint applied smoothly. What I did not expect was for it to provide a skid resistant property that has helped on my enclosed trailer, rear door, ramp. Going in and out of my trailer on rainy days had been an issue. This paint sealed the ramp floor but also made it incredibly slip resistant. I am a home improvement contractor and am sold on this product!
-Wayne
"Awesome Product"
Love the product & texture for inside floor of my enclosed trailer.
-Charlie
"Excellent product, amazing"
Ordered for a 14' enclosed cargo trailer. Floors and ramp had only been used a few times. Almost like new. Bought two gallons. One gallon covered entire area, not super thick but fully covered once. Second gallon repeated. Used a small brush for some corner area and exposed edges of the ramp and floor. Temp was in 80s, and sunny. It dried fast, and ramp exposed in sun even faster. Like many paints once it starts to set, do not reroll as it will ruin the finish, clumpy... second coat seemed to cure that minor spot issue. When dried this is very non slip. Would not want to scrape one's knees on this! It filled most if not all little crevices, screw holes, etc. Very easy to apply if you work smartly, and excellent coverage for about the same cost a a premium gallon of paint. Well worth it.
-Ken
"Will save your floors!"
There are many products out there but this one for the price did its job well. Especially if you have a trailer like this one with particle board floors, it will definitely pay off in the long run!
-Cindy
"Great"
This stuff is awesome! It goes farther than you think it does. I used 3.5 gals on 8.5x20 enclosed trailer for 2 coats on the floor and 3 coats on the ramp. Will definitely buy again! It definitely gives the floor some good grip.
-Randall
"Very Pleased and Overall Satisfied"
Very pleased and overall satisfied with it. Glad I got more insight and persuaded me to give it a go! You rock, and your product is awesome!
-Ryan
"Awesome to Work With"
The Tekton 64 product is absolutely awesome to work with and I'll definitely be using it on all my future trailers.
-Ignacio
