3. When applying as a leveling coat, coverage relies on the thickness applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note that coverage may vary depending on the conditions of the applicator. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mixing of base coat <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Use a clean empty 5 gallon. Do not use a container that has come into contact with a petroleum-based product. 1. Empty the contents of 1 Dry mix EIFS BaseCoat adhesive. 2. Put in approximately 1 1\/4 gallons of clean water per bag of Dry Mix BaseCoat. 3. Stir well with a drill mixer until a similar consistency is accomplished. 4. Let stand 5-10 minutes. 5. After the initial set , re-stir. Let stand 5-10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things you should know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Do not apply to frozen surfaces or containing ice.
\u2022 Do not use if the ambient temperature or surface temperature is less than
13 \u00b0 C (55 \u00b0 F).
\u2022 Do not leave DUROCK Basecoat as finishing; it recommends
applying a sealer and finish.
\u2022 Do not apply basecoat on facades where there is a risk of getting wet
from the rain. Project the application to avoid the runoff and weathering
of the fresh product.
\u2022 Check the finishing so it will be consistent with the cement surfaces.
Store material in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight. Maintain
temperature above four(4) \u00b0C (40 \u00b0F).
Shelf Life should be up to 12 months under protected storage conditions.
Keep out moisture.
Avoid dew point conditions or excessive moisture.
After opening the bag, close hermetic as possible and stowing 60 packs maximum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acceptable practices we can follow <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Stir periodically during use to maintain a smooth, comfortable texture. The working time is about 3 hours.
\u2022 In hot and dry climates, you can moisten the surface of cement board
before applying a uniform layer to slow the drying duration of the compound and prevent possible cracks.
\u2022 The mesh should not be visible through the Basecoat.
\u2022 Maximum thickness proposed should be 3 mm. (1\/8 \u201c) across the
surface.
\u2022 Before the Basecoat is dry, you can sharpen the texture with a wet float.<\/p>\n\n\n\n