How to Apply TK68 Safety Striping Paint
Safety Striping Paint can be Applied to most Substrates:
Prepping and cleaning the area of application is the most important step. Failure to properly clean and degrease the surface to be coated will result in the loss of adhesion and the dried coating will easily peel away in badly prepped areas.
Apply on a clean, bare, primed or painted surface, free of oil, grease, dirt, release agents or any other contaminants. We highly recommend cleaning with a waterborne, citrus degreaser.
Concrete
Do not apply on freshly poured concrete; let the concrete dry out for min 3 months.
Old Concrete
Power wash, degrease. Rinse and let dry.
Asphalt
Power wash, degrease, rinse and let dry. Asphalt surfaces are usually quite rough and porous. Apply a thicker coat or 2 coats for proper coverage.
Stone
Power wash, degrease, rinse and let dry.
Treated Wood
Make sure the wood is dry.
Freshly Pressure Treated Wood
Needs to dry out for at least 3 months before painting.
Plastic
Do not apply directly to plastic. Use Sherwin Williams UPO7229 Adhesion promotor before applying TK68.
Styrofoam
TK68 is solvent free and will not harm the Styrofoam/insulation foam.
Metal
For use in Automotive, industrial or agricultural applications, apply on clean primed metals.
Application
- TK68 can be applied with a brush, a roller (3/8 nap foam) or a spray gun.
- We recommend Chemicar RA1/USAL for best results.
- Apply at ambient temps between 60°F and 90°F .
- Do not apply in direct sunlight or when temps are supposed to drop below 60°F before the coating has dried.
- Apply a thick (20 mils - 0.5 mm) coat for long lasting results.
- Do not dilute with water or solvents.
- Clean equipment/spills with water when wet ; remove mechanically when the coating has dried.
Drying Times
- Do not expose coating to temperatures below 60°F during the application and curing process.
- At 77°F and RH 55%, the Safety Striping Paint will be dry to touch after 1-2 hours.
- After 6 hours, only light usage is recommended.
- 72 hours after application, the paint will be fully cured.
- Allow the paint to fully cure before exposing to water, cold weather and heavy usage.
- Make sure newly painted items are properly cured before using.
Storage and Safety Precautions
- Do Not Freeze and Do Not Store in Direct Sun
- Apply Outdoors or in a Well Ventilated Area
- Use Proper Protective Eyewear/Clothing
- See SDS for the latest safety precautions
- If stored between 45°F and 85°F; shelf life will be 1 year for unopened containers.
