How to Apply

It's easy to attain a long-lasting spray cork coating by following these instructions.

Stage 1

Inspection

Inspect for asbestos. If present, contact your local government agency about proper remediation and protection.

Stage 2

Surface Preparation

Step 1

Remove rust and/or loose paint with a wire brush or power tool.

Step 4

Tighten screws and other fasteners.

Step 2

Clean the surface thoroughly with a pressure washer.

Step 5

Seal screw holes and other penetrations in metal cladding.

Step 3

Repair any cracks, holes and voids in excess of 1/8”.

Step 6

Allow surface to dry (from 6-24 hours, depending on ambient humidity and temperature.)

Stage 3

Protect

Mask and protect adjacent surfaces you don’t want coated. Lay down tarps to protect underlying grass and landscaping.

Stage 4

Prime

Step 1

Dilute and mix Universal Primer: 4 parts water to 1 part primer.

Step 2

Apply 1st coat by roller or spray application. Let dry for 4-5 hours.

Step 3

Apply 2nd coat. Let dry for 4-5 hours.

Stage 5

Mix Spray Cork

Step 1

Open 12kg pail of SprayCork.

Step 4

Add 300ml to 1L (10-32 oz) of water gradually, depending on local weather conditions. Higher temperatures and lower humidity require more water.

Important: add the same amount of water to each pail to ensure uniform consistency.

Step 2

Add 1 bottle Inkercork colorant per 12kg pail of SprayCork.

Step 5

Mix again for minimum 2 minutes until a smooth consistency is attained.

Step 3

Mix with a mixing paddle at 800rpms for approximately 2 minutes until colorant is uniformly dispersed.

Step 6

Allow mixture to rest for 5 minutes before spraying.

Stage 6

Equipment Setup

Recommended Graco Equipment

ToughTek F340 Pump

17Y910 - STX Gun, Spray

19D197 - Stereo/ecomate remote adapter

Additional Required Parts

Remote Cable Extension - 104' w/ m/ftwist locks (EcoMate)

Airline Red hose 250PSI 104 ft w/ 1/4" MPT x FPT Fittings

Quick Coupler 1/4" Air FPT

Quick Coupler Plug 1/4" Air MPT

Material Hose 1 × 50 mpt - Plaster & Grout

Kamlock 1.5" Female SS

Swage Reducer 1.5 x I Zine Plated Steel

Kamlock 1' Male SS (3)

Kamlock I" Female SS (3)

6500 Generac Portable Generator

Compressor - 20.1 CFM atr 90PSI (9 HP Gas)

Step 1

Wet hose and prime system with sponge balls in accordance with Operating Manual.

Step 2

Pour spray cork mixture into hopper.

Step 3

Ensure hose is kink free with minimum amount of bend.

Step 4

Begin to spray into an empty bucket. Once spray cork mixture appears, move gun into hopper and spray until a sold stream of material is circulating.

Stage 5

Spraying Cork Coating

One 12kg pail of Spray Cork will provide coverage of approximately 6m2 / 65ft2. Do not apply spray cork during rain or high winds. Apply between ambient temperatures of 5-35 degrees Celsuis.

Step 1

Apply first coat of SprayCork at a uniform thickness of 1-1.5mm, spraying 40 – 70 cm from the surface in horizontal movements at 60-70 psi. Allow 6-24 hours to dry.

Step 2

Apply second coat using the same technique and allow to dry 6-24 hours.

Step 3

Apply a third, very thin layer at longer distance using a circular pattern to disrupt shadows.

Stage 8

Shut Down

Shut down and clean sprayer and hose in accordance with Operating Manual.