The listed surface preparation techniques and recommended coating systems are commonly recommended for concrete masonry units substrates scheduled for heavy-duty protective coatings on commercial, institutional and light industrial projects. Other surface preparation techniques and High Performance Coatings' products may be better suited for your project. Please contact your Diamond Vogel representative for personalized service.
Common Surface Preparation Techniques
SSPC-SP 13/NACE 6, Surface Prep of Concrete
Recommended Systems
Epoxy Systems
| Primer Coat: | Finish Coat: | Sheen: | Features: |
| Mult-E-Poxy 180 Epoxy Mastic | Mult-E-Poxy 180 Epoxy Mastic | Semi-Gloss | Self priming. Can be applied over most existing coatings. Excellent resistance to moisture and chemicals. |
Epoxy/Urethane Systems
| Primer Coat: | Finish Coat: | Sheen: | Features: |
| Mult-E-Poxy 180 Epoxy Mastic | Multi-Thane 330 High Solids Polyurethane | Gloss | Excellent color and gloss retention. Provides superior chemical and abrasion resistance. Offers good moisture resistance. Tolerant to tight rust. |
| Mult-E-Poxy 180 Epoxy Mastic | Multi-Thane 340 High Solids Polyurethane | Semi-Gloss | Excellent color and gloss retention. Provides superior chemical and abrasion resistance. Offers good moisture resistance. Tolerant to tight rust. |
Epoxy Block Filler/Epoxy Systems
| Primer Coat: | Finish Coat: | Sheen: | Features: |
| Vers-E-Poxy 122 Waterborne Polyamide Epoxy | Mult-E-Poxy 180 Epoxy Mastic | Semi-Gloss | Excellent high-build, moisture resistant system. Develps a smooth finish on rough, porous surfaces. |
| Vers-E-Poxy 122 Waterborne Polyamide Epoxy | Vers-E-Poxy 131 Waterborne Acrylic Epoxy Finish | Semi-Gloss or Gloss | Low VOC system that exhibits good flexibility, moisture and chemical resistance. Also provides good color and gloss retention. Develops a smooth finish on rough, porous surfaces. |
Epoxy Block Filler/Urethane Systems
| Primer Coat: | Finish Coat: | Sheen: | Features: |
| Vers-E-Poxy 122 Waterborne Polyamide Epoxy | Multi-Thane 330 High Solids Polyurethane | Gloss | Excellent color and gloss retention. Provides superior chemical and abrasion resistance. Offers good moisture resistance. Tolerant to tight rust. |
| Vers-E-Poxy 122 Waterborne Polyamide Epoxy | Multi-Thane 340 High Solids Polyurethane | Semi-Gloss | Excellent color and gloss retention. Provides superior chemical and abrasion resistance. Offers good moisture resistance. Tolerant to tight rust. |
Block Filler/Pre-Catalyzed Epoxy
| Primer Coat: | Finish Coat: | Sheen: | Features: |
| UniFill Pro Acrylic Block Filler | Eas-E-Poxy Pre-Catalyzed Waterborne Epoxy | Blockfiller | UniFill Pro Acrylic Block Filler primes and fills interior and exterior porous concrete block and cinder block, creating a smooth finish that improves the appearance and performance of the finish coating. |