APPLICATION GUIDE | WaterGuard All In One Pro

WATERGUARD Spread Rate Calculator

Spread rates are based on finish thickness of 1mm (Smooth finish) and 2mm (Textured Finish) on a Smooth surface.
Surface condition may increase material usage.

Length (m)

Width (m)

Total Area:

Drums Required (15kg):

How to Apply WATERGUARD All In One Pro

Select your finish below to follow the correct application method for a smooth or textured result.

APPLICATION GUIDE | SMOOTH

SURFACE PREPARATION

Strong plaster, concrete or brick:

Scrape off any loose uneven material with scraper / steel brush
Open-up cracks and remove any loose material
High-Pressure wash exterior or remove excess dust with a block brush.

Previously painted surfaces:

Scrape off flaking, bubbling, uneven material with a scraper / steel brush
Open up cracks and remove any loose material
Interior: Wash, then scrub with Sugar Soap and rinse
Exterior: High Pressure wash.

Dry wall / ceilings / gypsum board:

Remove dust with damp cloth.

SPREAD RATE

Steel trowel skim over smooth plaster, paint, drywall & ceilings

15kg = 15m2 (1mm thick)
1kg = 1m2 (1mm thick)

Steel trowel skim over uneven paint or plaster

15kg = 7.5m2 (2mm thick)

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS (Mix thoroughly and consistently)

Preferably use a mechanical mixer or geared drill. If mixing with a spade or hand ladle you will require more water to achieve the correct consistency.

Add 15kg to 6 litres of water and mix thoroughly. If nessesary slowly add additional water. If the mix is drying out over time you can slowly add in additional water for correct consistency.

Waterproofing & Plaster Repair up to 3mm: 1kg to 400ml (15kgs to 6 litres)
Skimming Walls & Ceilings at 1mm: 1kg to 450ml (15 kgs to 6.75 litres)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE SKIMMING – Leave for 10 minutes to allow acrylics to activate.

Steel Trowel Skim

Can be applied from 500 micron to 3mm thick without cracking
Apply the product to the wall using a B1 Notch trowel
(2mm x 2.4mm x 2.6mm)
The B1 notch trowel will ensure a 1mm finish and 15 to 20m2 per bucket
Then skim with a smooth trowel. Don’t over work. Ridges can be sanded
out when dry
If applying two coats allow 1st coat to dry and lightly sand. Wipe off dust
with a damp cloth. Apply 2nd coat by repeating process.

CLEANING TOOLS

Clean all equipment whilst product is wet with clean water

APPLICATION GUIDE | TEXTURED

SURFACE PREPARATION

Strong plaster, concrete or brick:

Scrape off any loose uneven material with scraper / steel brush
Open-up cracks and remove any loose material
High-Pressure wash exterior or remove excess dust with a block brush.

Previously painted surfaces:

Scrape off flaking, bubbling, uneven material with a scraper / steel brush
Open up cracks and remove any loose material
Interior: Wash, then scrub with Sugar Soap and rinse
Exterior: High Pressure wash.

Tiled or mosaics surfaces:

Wash down tiles with sugar soap and sponge and then rinse with fresh
water and allow to dry
Coat with Teracoat Surface Primer and allow to cure for 4 hours.

Dry wall / ceilings / gypsum board:

Remove dust with damp cloth.

SPREAD RATE

Steel trowel skim over smooth plaster or paint

15kg = 7.5m2 (2mm thick)
1kg = 0.5m2 (2mm thick)

Steel trowel skim over brick or rough plaster

15kg = 1.5m2 (1cm thick)

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS (Mix thoroughly and consistently)

Preferably use a mechanical mixer or geared drill. If mixing with a spade or hand ladle you will require more water to achieve the correct consistency.

Add 15kg to 4.5 litres of water and mix thoroughly. If nessesary slowly add additional water. If the mix is drying out over time you can slowly add in additional water for correct consistency.

Waterproofing & Plaster Repair up to 1cm: 1kg to 300ml (15kgs to 4.5 litres)
Skimming Walls & Ceilings at 2mm: 1kg to 333ml (15 kgs to 5 litres)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Steel Trowel Skim

1 coat from 2mm to 1cm with no cracks on any solid surface
If applying two coats – allow 1st coat to dry before applying 2nd coat
Patching Plaster up to 2cm, if curing cracks occur, skim over with 2mm
Allow to begin drying, lightly mist with water, then trowel smooth and sand next day for a smooth finish OR sponge-float for a plaster finish.

CLEANING TOOLS

Clean all equipment whilst product is wet with clean water.

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