Resene Aquapel by Resene

Resene Aquapel

Description

Resene Aquapel is a water repellent treatment formulated to help control efflorescence and give a long-term water-beading effect to deter water penetration. May be used on its own or as a primer under waterborne coatings, especially Resene AquaShield mineral effect (see Data Sheet D601).

Key Features

Colour: Clear
May be applied over a wide range of temperatures
Imparts hydrophobicity
Improves fungal resistance of coated surface
Improves water resistance
May be used under paint systems
Allows the substrate to breathe
An Environmental Choice approved product

Scope of Use

Most porous building materials. May be used in multiple coats to keep concrete in its natural state looking good for longer by minimising the opportunity for moss, mould and lichen growths.

Typical uses:

Brick
Concrete block
Fibrous cement
Poured concrete
Tilt slab
Timber

Limitations on Use

Curing is slowed by low humidity
Will not waterproof against driving rain or water under hydrostatic pressure
Maximum hydrophobicity (or water repellency) develops after a few days weathering

Documents

CAD/PDF (link to page on supplier website)

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