INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FIRE RETARDANT
COATING / SPRAY FOR THATCHING, BAMBOO, REED, KOA, TIKI HUT THATCHING
ASTM E84-14 Flame Spread 0; Smoke Developed Index 85
 Exterior Thatch Roofing |
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TECHNICAL DATA INTERIOR / EXTERIOR |
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Aqueous Based Resin
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Total Solids |
42% | PH | 2.8 - 2.9 |
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Weight per gallon |
11.9 lbs | Flash point | Non-Flammable |
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Specific gravity |
1.43 | Color | Water clear at 78°F. - Slight haze at 50°F. or lower |
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Volatability |
Non-Volatile | Solvents | Water(Contains no petroleum or derivatives of petroleum) |
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Anti-Fungus |
excellent Resistance | Bacterial | Good Resistance |
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Linear shrinkage |
None | Moisture Absorption | None |
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Corrosive |
Mildly | Toxic | None (when dry) |
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Insects, rodents, aspergilli And other types of molds |
Excellent resistance | Termites | Excellent resistance |
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Preservative for wood |
Good | |||
RECOMMENDED USE: Interior/Exterior
FLAME SAFE THATCH SAFE is a fire retardant coating. It can be used on any type of wood, porous, or non-porous materials, such as:
| Thatching | Bamboo | Koa | Cypress |
| Tike Hut Thatch | Thatch Roofing | Reed |
 Fire Retardant for Thatching |
ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION:
This product complies will U. S. Federal Regulations concerning the use of lead in paint and hydrocarbon emissions.
QUICK REFERENCE FOR APPLYING THATCH SAFE
| MATERIAL | APPLICATION | COVERAGE |
| Thatch, Bamboo, Koa, Cyoress, Roof Thatching, Tiki Hut Thatching | Treat before, during or after construction. Apply with 80 psi or greater sprayer at 8 to 12 inches from surface. Start at the top, hold sprayer at up angle to roof pitch to allow spry under thatching ends. |
Apply one (1) coat at 150 sq. ft. or two (2) coats at 400 sq. ft per gallon with the final coverage rate of 150 to 200 sq. ft. per gallon |
EXTERIOR / INTERIOR All surfaces to be treated must be clean
and dry. Thatch Safe is water-based, clear liquid that
becomes insoluble when dry.
Thatch Safe acts as a preservative, and water proofing agent ultra violet inhibibor, mold and mildew protector and repels insects. If over coating is intended, Thatch Safe is an excellent surface primer for use under
latex paints or can be use as a finished coat overwater based stains. It should be noted that unlike some
products, materials treated with Thatch Safe
require no special cutting tools or special
fasteners. Contact parts of any equipment
should be stainless steel or plastic to prevent
chemical reaction and breakdown. Storage
may be done in polyethylene containers. |
Thatching with cypress and koa |
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CAUTION:
Product must not freeze. It must not be thinned or diluted.
OVERSPRAY:
The overspray will not harm plants or animals. Spills can be flushed with water. A rag wetted with bleach and water mix will clean up spotting.
CLEAN UP PROCEDURE:Airless Equipment.
1. Run clear water through the system until coating is flushed out. When minor sudsing on surface stops, the system is flushed.
2. Run bleach and water mix (1 part to 4 parts) through system as solvent for cleaning any residue.
3. Repeat Step 1 if any foaming occurs in Step 2.
4. Lubricate system as specified by equipment manufacturer to combat rusting.
If two or more applications are planned in the same day, the sprayer can be kept clean by running water through the system between applications.
Brushes/Rollers.
1. Clean immediately after use.
2. Wash thoroughly with bleach and water mix (1 part to 4 parts).
SAFETY FIRST
Use approved safety devices (ropes, belts, ridge hooks, ladder, etc.) When working on steep or high areas. Take EXTREME CARE not to step on wet treated area. Surface may be slick until dry.
It is good practice to wear respirator or mask and protect hands with rubber gloves when spraying any coating or chemical. When engineered air control is not feasible, use properly maintained and properly fitted NIOSH approved respirator for solvent vapors. A dusk mask does not provide protection against vapors.
If eye contact occurs, flood with water for fifteen (15) minutes and call a physician. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY.
 Fire Retardant Thatch |
 Fire Retardant forTiki Hut Thatching |
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