BITUGUM SEALER No1 is a bituminous cold applied flexible joint sealant consisting of bitumen, elastomeric polymers, mineral fibers, special additives and solvent. corrosive chemicals. It does not resist to oils.
USAGE
BITUGUM SEALER No1 can be applied to many substrates such as concrete, stone, metal or wood. It is compatible with polyurethane but not with polystyrene.
BITUGUM SEALER No1 is an excellent sealing material for horizontal joints. It is suitable for sealing joints in flashings, guttering, sheet laps and also for the adhesion of bituminous tiles (shingles).
It is also used to strengthen sensitive points on the roof such as overlaps, drains, ventilators and other items such as solar heater etc to avoid leakage.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Surface preparation
The surface must be smooth, clean and dry, free from dust, oils, grease and other debris.
Application
BITUGUM SEALER No1 is cold applied by trowel.
To achieve a better adhesion, it is recommended to use the bituminous primer EXTRALAC PRIMER before the application of BITUGUM SEALER No1. When BITUGUM SEALER No1 is under direct sun radiation it is advisable to be protected by bituminous aluminium paint ALUCOAT to extent its life span and avoid premature ageing.
An estimated consumption is 0.15-0.20 kg per linear metre and for joints size 10x20 mm.
CLEANING
It can be achieved by means of gasoline, oil, or other appropriate solvent.
PRECAUTIONS
BITUGUM SEALER No1 is flammable therefore it should be kept away from any sources of ignition.
For more information, please consult the relevant Material Safety Data Sheet.
STORAGE
The product should be kept in firmly closed cans, in a cool and well ventilated environment. The properties of the product remain unchangeable for at least one year in normal storage conditions.
PACKAGING
The product is supplied in cans of 5 kg and 20 kg.
