• Surface dry in 1–2 hours, re-coatable when dry
• Avoid painting when rain is expected or under poor drying conditions – below 5°C

Preparation

• All surfaces should be free from loose and flaking material, dirt, grease and vegetative growth
• Any debris should be removed by vacuum or pressure blasting with air or water
• Brushing (manual or machine) may be suitable in particularly difficult areas, i.e: under trees or areas constantly in the shade
• Decatone Tarmac Binder should be used to stabilise a friable, porous or aged concrete court or fretting macadam

Application

• Stir well before use
• Please follow the Coverage rates shown in Spreading Rate Section.
• By brush or special spray/roller machines (thinning up to 10% may be required)
• Surfaces that are cold – below 5°C – are not suitable for coating
• Hot surfaces – above 30°C – should be cooled with water spray before application, otherwise paint will dry before film formation is completed
• New bitumen should be left to harden off before coating
• The time will vary with the nature of the surface and the weather (minimum 3 weeks in summer and up to 3 months in winter)
• New concrete should be allowed to mature for several months before coating
• Recommended application between March and October

Initial play on the surface:

• After spraying, courts are usually left for one week before play recommences
• At the beginning and towards the end of the summer season when temperatures are cooler it is advisable to extend this period by a few days depending on the prevailing weather
• Optimum slip resistance is only achieved between two and three weeks after spraying - this is because the court surface must bed in with use

Site Maintenance:

• To maintain the slip resistance of the Line Marking Paint it should be regularly maintained and moss treated
• Do not apply salt or de-icer when surface is frozen
• Correct footwear must be worn

Cleaning

• Clean all equipment immediately with water after use

Shelf Life & Storage

• Up to 12 months if stored correctly in an unopened container
• Store above 5°C

Precautions

• Keep out of reach of children
• In case of contact with eyes wash immediately with plenty of water
• Remove splashes from skin with soap and water or a recognised hand cleaner
• Protect from freezing
• Do not use near fishponds