TASMAN CHEMICALS FLOOR COATINGS TRAINING GUIDE 1 Introduction

TASMAN CHEMICALS FLOOR COATINGS TRAINING GUIDE 1

Introduction TASMAN CHEMICALS IS AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF HARD SURFACE SEALERS & CLEANERS v 100% AUSTRALIAN OWNED COMPANY v ESTABLISHED FOR NEARLY 50 YEARS v STILL OWNED BY FOUNDING FAMILY v 2

Topics of discussion v. THE NEED TO SEAL v. COATINGS v. CLEANERS v. DETAILS OF TASMAN COATINGS & CLEANERS 3

Why should we seal? v. PROTECTION SCRATCHING-SCUFFING-STAINING v. APPEARANCE MAINTAIN NATURAL BEAUTY v. LOW MAINTENANCE EASY TO CLEAN & MAINTAIN 4

Types of Coatings v. WATER BASED & SOLVENT Acrylic based sealers Solvent (TRADITIONAL) xylene, and (NEW GENERATION) fluor acrylic resins, silanes and siloxanes v. SURFACE SEALS GLOSS and SATIN v. PENETRATING SEALS NATURAL or MATT FINISH 5

Types of Cleaners v. TWO TYPES of CLEANERS ALKALINE & ACID BASED v. PURPOSE OF CLEANING v. DILUTION RATES v. PRICE COMPETITIVE v. ACID SENSITIVE TILES MARBLE 6

Types of Tiles to be Sealed v VITRIFIED v STONE and PEBBLES v TERRACOTTA v SLATE v POLISHED PORCELAIN v MARBLE v GRANITE v LIMESTONE v SANDSTONE v POLISHED CONCRETE 7

IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR CUSTOMER v WHAT TYPE OF SURFACE IS TO BE SEALED? v IS IT INDOOR OR OUTDOOR? v WHAT FINISH IS REQUIRED? v DIMENSIONS OF AREA TO SEAL? v IS IT A HIGH TRAFFIC AREA? v IS IT A HIGH MAINTENANCE AREA? 8

LIFT OFF Tile & Grout Cleaner A combination of safe liquid acid and detergent used to remove grout, cement smears and stains from ceramic surfaces, slate, terracotta, brick and most masonry surfaces. Can also be used to remove efflorescence stains from tiles. Coverage: 1 litre of diluted solution will clean approximately 25 sqm. Available in 1 lt & 5 lt Packs

TILE KLEEN CLEANER RESTORER A heavy duty detergent specially designed for use prior to sealing with Tasman Chemicals range of sealing products. Also ideal to remove soils from sealed and untreated areas. Will not harm Tasman sealers or finishes when it is used as recommended. Coverage: 1 litre of diluted solution will clean approximately 50 sqm. Available in 1 lt Packs

SLATE SEAL GLOSS Clear, fast drying, non-yellowing sealer which will enhance the natural beauty inherent in new and old slate. • Suitable for commercial or domestic applications. • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10 sqm of tiles with two coats. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

SLATE SEAL SATIN Clear, fast drying, non-yellowing sealer which will enhance the natural beauty inherent in new and old slate. • Suitable for commercial or domestic applications. • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10 sqm of tiles with two coats. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

SLATE SEAL PREMIUM Clear, fast drying, non-yellowing sealer which will enhance the natural beauty inherent in new and old slate. • High actives for extended wear • Suitable for commercial or domestic applications. • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10 sqm of tiles with two coats. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

PAVER & CONCRETE SEAL A solvent based acrylic sealer that protects indoor and outdoor concrete and pavers from staining. • Ideal for Stencilcrete and Pattern Pave Concrete. • Will not Yellow the surface. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 1015 sqm per single coat depending on the porosity of the pavers. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

SLATE SEAL FINISH High performance, multi purpose, low maintenance sealer polish used after the surface has been sealed in high traffic areas. • Suitable for indoor use only. • Is scuff and slip resistant. • Can be used undiluted for a high gloss finish or 1: 1 with clean water for a matt finish. Coverage: 1 litre will cover approx 40 sqm with a single coat. Available in 1 lt & 5 lt Packs

ALL STONE SEALER A water based gloss sealer for Slate, Terracotta, Stone & quarry Tiles. • Inhibits water and oil based stains from penetrating tiles. • Retains the natural appearance of the surface to be sealed. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 20 sqm per single coat. Available in 1 lt, 5 lt &20 lt Packs

PORCELAIN SEALER A low odour, solvent based penetrating sealer for Porcelain and other stone surfaces. • Inhibits stains from absorbing into the stone by forming an invisible polymer matrix. • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. • Natural clear finish. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 50 sqm for Porcelain, 15 – 25 sqm for natural stone. Available in 1 lt &4 lt Packs

HERITAGE PENETRATING SEALER A fast drying penetrating sealer designed for application to Stone, Terracotta, Pavers and Tessellated floor tiles. • Does not markedly change the appearance of the tile. • Will inhibit soiling and staining of the tile. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 20 sqm per single coat. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

TERRASAND PENETRATING SEALER A SUPER STRENGTH, natural look penetrating sealer that can be used both inside and out. • Will not change the appearance of the surface. • Silicone technology. • Excellent around pools and wet areas. • Can be used for Sandstone, Terracotta, Marble, Granite, Limestone, Cement, Pavers & Grout. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10 -15 sqm per coat depending on the porosity of the surface being treated. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

STONE SHEILD PENETRATING SEALER A natural look penetrating sealer that can be used both inside and out. • Will not change the appearance of the surface. • Excellent around pools and wet areas. • Can be used for Sandstone, Terracotta, Marble, Granite, Limestone, Cement, Pavers & Grout. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 15 -25 sqm per coat depending on the porosity of the surface being treated. Available in 1 lt, 4 lt, 10 lt &20 lt Packs

AQUA GUARD Water Based Penetrating Sealer A water based penetrating sealer designed for application to Stone, Terracotta, Slate, Unglazed Tiles & Quarry Tiles, Brick & Concrete. • Water based, Innovative technology. • Low odour, non toxic. • Interior or exterior use. • Natural finish, Superior protection. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 15 -25 sqm per coat depending on the porosity of the surface being treated. Available in 1 lt, 5 lt &20 lt Packs

MULTI STRIP A water based gloss sealer for Slate, Terracotta, Stone & quarry Tiles. • Inhibits water and oil based stains from penetrating tiles. • Retains the natural appearance of the surface to be sealed. Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 20 sqm per single coat. Available in 5 lt Packs

SLATE SEAL SOLVENT Penetrates the primary sealer and makes the old sealer easy to remove. • Perfect to clean up brushes that have been used to apply the Slate Seal Range or Paver & Concrete Sealer. • For heavy build up of sealer additional quantity of sealer may be required. Coverage: 1 litre will remove approx 5 sqm of sealer. Available in 1 lt & 4 lt Packs

GROUT SEALER Penetrating Sealer Designed to protect grout joints from staining. Use 2 to 3 coats depending on grout porosity. Does not markedly affect the appearance of the grout and cures to a clear, water repellent coating. Coverage: 1 Litre will cover approx. 5 square metres or 120 linear meters depending on the porosity of the grout. Available in a 500 ml Packs

SPRAY SEALER TILE, STONE & GROUT SEAL Aerosol that penetrates the tile and grout surface, inhibits stain absorption leaving a natural appearance. Easy spray application, non yellowing, UV resistant. Ideal for sealing benchtops & splashbacks. Protects and seals terracotta, granite, sandstone, porcelain, grout, marble, limestone and aggregate stone. Coverage: One can will cover approx 25 sqm or 600 linear metres of grout dependent on porosity of the surface being treated and the grout line width. Available in a 300 gm Packs

LAMBSWOOL APPLICATOR Tradesman quality tool. Suitable for use with both water & solvent based sealers. Handle supplied. Can be used over & over. Maximises product coverage. Minimises product waste. 26