Westcoat SC-36 Fast Stain
Westcoat SC-36 Fast Stain is a solvent soluble, penetrating, fast drying, drop in powder, dye stain. When it is used with acetone, this dye dries to the touch in just seconds. It produces colors from earth tones to vibrant colors on concrete and cementitious overlays.
Other characteristics
- Features
- Fast Drying, Good Penetration, Solvent-Based
- Product Type
- Solventborne Coating, Stains
- Application Method
- Spray
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Concrete
- Usage
When mixed with acetone, SC-36 can be used as a primary coloring application for polished concrete as well as grind, stain and seal systems.; SC-36 may be used in conjunction with Acid stains as a secondary coloring system.; Fast Stain is designed for interior use only.
- Color
- Black
- Blue
- Brown
- Green
- Grey
- Orange
- Purple
- Red
- Mixing
For ease of mixing, begin by adding a small amount of acetone into the SC-36 Fast Stain powder container.; Pour approximately 6 ounces of acetone into the half-pint container of pre-measured Fast Stain powder (1 gallon mix) or 12 ounces of acetone into the pint container of pre-measured Fast Stain powder (5 gallon mix).; Replace the lid and shake to dissolve the powder.; Once powder has dissolved, place a funnel in the opening of the 1 or 5 gallon acetone and pour contents of first mix into remaining acetone.; Shake entire mixture and let sit for 15 minutes, shake again and the Fast Stain is now ready to apply.; Colors may be varied by adding more or less acetone.
- Carrier
- Solvent-based
- Markets
- Paints & Coatings
- Clean Up
Cured material should be removed mechanically or with an environmentally-safe solvent.
- Coverage
The coverage will vary depending on the surface.; Up to 400 square feet per gallon on a smooth surface and between 150-250 square feet on rough surfaces.
- Moisture
All concrete should be tested for moisture before applying a seamless coating.. If moisture emissions exceed 5 lbs/1000 square feet/24 hours (ASTM F1869) or if the relative humidity (RH) exceeds 75% (ASTM F2170), contact the manufacturer before application.
- Thinning
- Do not thin.
- Mix Ratio
- 1 gal of Acetone per 1/2 Pint can
- 5 gal of Acetone per 1 Pint can
- PACKAGING
- 1/2 Pint can (for 1 gallon of Acetone)
- 1 Pint can (for 5 gallons of Acetone)
- Advantages
Fast Drying; Penetrating; Colors can be Blended for Unlimited Color Selection; Safe to Ship via UPS; Great Interior Color Fastness; Easy to Use; Can be Sealed with Both Solvent and Water-Based Sealers; No Rinsing Needed; Can be Used with Polished Concrete
- Inspection
Substrate must be clean, dry, and free of grease, paint, oil, dust, sealers, wax, curing agents, or any foreign material that will prevent proper adhesion.. Not intended for exterior applications.
- Shelf LIfe
- 5 years in unopened packaging
- Limitations
This product is designed for professional use only.; Apply in thin coats.; Concrete must be free of sealers, wax, or curing agents.; Be sure to paper off any areas that you do not want stained.; Will not hide imperfections or stains in concrete.; Fast stain will stain concrete and can produce a mottled look. Colors and effects will vary.; Do not allow any westcoat products to freeze.; Read product specification sheets for every product you will be using before beginning the project.; Stains are translucent and somewhat transparent.; For interior use only.; Caution: when mixed with acetone, product is extremely flammable
Technical data
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1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
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| VOC Content | 0.0 | gm/l |
