MEGABUILD FLEXISEAL TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
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Product Description: Water-based sealing solution
Intended uses: Water-based acrylic sealing solution for:
• roofs, parapet walls, roof screws, roof joints & flashing
• hairline plaster cracks & water-sealing of exterior walls
Features & benefits: • Economical
• Easy to apply
• Can be applied over previously painted surfaces
• Seals surfaces against moisture ingress
Note: (Product does not prevent moisture inside the walls, that penetrates the surface through unsealed foundations or retention walls, from evaporating from the wall resulting in paint bubbling or peeling)
Product information: Appearance: Paste
Colour: Grey & red
Packaging: 5 Litre
Over coating time: 4 hours
Volume solids: 31%
Required: Biddum (membrane)
Spreading rate: 0.5 to 1.5m² per litre - first and 2nd coat with membrane 0.5m²/L, consecutive coats up to 1.5m²/L
Directions for use: Read all instructions before use.
Only apply to dry surfaces with a moisture content less than 10%.
Do not apply to any damp, contaminated or unsound surface as this will affect the adhesion and performance of the product.
Over-coating with a premium quality PVA or Roofpaint is required. A maintenance coat, with a premium quality PVA or Roofpaint, is required every 3 to 4 years.
Ambient roof surface temperature must be between 10 and 30˚C during application.
Clean tools with water immediately after use.
Surface Preparation: All Surfaces:
Make sure the surface is dry, clean and free of any contamination like rust, oil, fungi and dust. Remove all loose and flaking material.
Parapet Walls:
Brick, plaster, concrete and old paint in a good condition: Apply one coat of premium Bonding Liquid. Ensure to cover the top of a wall, 50mm over the edges and on both sides of the wall. Allow 4 hours drying time
Cracks:
With larger cracks, open crack cavity slightly and apply a premium Bonding Liquid to the cavity and 30mm on both sides of the cracks. Allow 4 hours drying time. Fill the cavity with a reputable acrylic Filler and let it dry in accordance with the application instructions of the Filler.
Hairline cracks: Apply an approved Bonding Liquid 30mm on both sides of the crack cavity.
Concrete / fibre cement roofs:
Brick, plaster, concrete and old paint in good condition: Apply one coat of premium Bonding Liquid. Allow 4 hours drying time.
Metal Roofs:
Galvanized metal: Clean with a premium Metal Conditioner and a stiff nylon brush. Rinse properly until the Metal Conditioner residue is completely removed and the metal is water break free. Let dry and apply FLEXISEAL directly on the clean metal.
Application Instructions: Stir well before use.
How to treat roofs: Apply one thick coat of FLEXISEAL in 20-30cm sections and press the membrane well into the wet FLEXISEAL – repeat until the full length is covered. In case a membrane- length needs to be extended, overlap the membranes at least 50mm.
Apply another coat of FLEXISEAL onto the membrane, making sure to work the solution well into the membrane so that it is properly saturated. Allow 4 hours drying time.
Apply two more coats of FLEXISEAL by applying each coat diagonally to previous coat, allowing 4 hours drying time between coats. Apply two coats of a premium roof paint.
How to treat parapet walls: Apply one thick coat of FLEXISEAL in 20 -30cm sections. Ensure to cover the top of a wall, 50mm over the edges and on both sides of the wall. Press the membrane well into the wet FLEXISEAL and repeat until its full length is covered. In case a membrane length needs to be extended, overlap the membranes at least 50mm.
Apply another coat of FLEXISEAL onto the membrane, making sure to work the solution well into the membrane so that it is properly saturated. Allow 4 hours drying time.
Apply two more coats of FLEXISEAL by applying the second coat diagonally to the first coat. Allow 4 hours drying time between coats. Apply two coats of a premium PVA paint in a matching wall colour.
How to treat cracks: Apply two coats of FLEXISEAL over repaired cracks and surface, already treated with a premium Bonding Liquid. Allow 4 hours drying time between coats.
Apply two coats of a premium PVA paint in a matching wall colour.
Clean tools with water immediately after use
Storage precautions: Ensure lid is tightly sealed and that the product is stored upright. Secure product when transporting to prevent accidental spillage. Store in a cool place out of reach of children.
Safety instructions: IF IN EYES: flush open eyes with plenty water and seek immediate medical attention.
IF SWALLOWED: do not induce vomiting and seek immediate medical attention.
IF ON SKIN: wash with soap and water.
RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS: Move person to well ventilated area with fresh air immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
DISCLAIMER:
The recommendations contained herein are given in good faith and are meant to guide the specific user. They are based on the results gained from our tests and experiences and are believed to be reliable. No guarantee is implied by the recommendations contained herein since the conditions of use and method of application are beyond our control.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Product Guarantee
1. Definitions
1.1. Day shall mean a period of 24 (twenty–four) hours running from midnight to midnight
and excludes a Saturday or a Sunday or public holiday/s officially recognised in the
Republic of Namibia.
1.2. Product Failure or Defect shall mean
1.2.1. Delaminating of one coat of the same paint from another when applied in
accordance of specification;
1.2.2. Delaminating of paint from its suitably primed/prepared substrate when applied in accordance of specification; or
1.2.3. Cracking of the paint when applied in accordance of specification.
1.3. Product and its corresponding Quality Guarantee Period shall mean, as applicable:
NEO PAINTS
Exterior Interior
NEO Dur PVA 8 years 12 years
NEO Multi Dur PVA 6 years 10 years
NEO Aurora PVA 4 years 7 years
NEO Silk Enamel (Interior & shaded exterior use only) 6 years 12 years
NEO Dur Eggshell Enamel (Interior use only) 12 years
NEO Dur High Gloss Enamel 6 years 10 years
NEO Gloss Acrylic 8 years 10 years
MEGABUILD
MEGABUILD High Cover 8 Years
MEGABUILD Silky Sheen 8 Years
MEGABUILD Water based Enamel 8 Years
MEGABUILD Sunguard Roof Paint 8 Years
ARK TRADING
ARK PRO VALUE INTERIOR HIGH COVER WALL PAINT 5 years
ARK PRO VALUE WALL PAINT 8 years
ARK PRO VALUE EXTERIOR ROOF & WALL PAINT Roof
6 years Wall
8 years
The Quality Guarantee Period is calculated from the Quality Guarantee Commencement Date.
1.4. Quality Guarantee Commencement Date shall mean the date that the consumer lodges the guarantee on the NEO Paints (Pty) Ltd (NEO Paints) guarantee website (http://www.neopaints.com), and furnishing all the purchase and personal details requested by NEO Paints (“the Commencement Date”). For the Quality Guarantee to be valid, this must be done within 30 (thirty) days of the Purchase date of the Product/s.
2. Quality Guarantee
2.1. The Quality Guarantee shall only apply to the PRODUCT/S purchased and
applied within the Republic of Namibia and where the total value of the invoice related to the PRODUCT/S does not exceed the value of N$20 000 inclusive of VAT.
2.2. NEO Paints guarantees the consumer that, for the duration of Quality Guarantee
Period, the PRODUCT will meet the performance criteria as set forth in the Quality Guarantee.
THIS GUARANTEE IS THE SOLE GUARANTEE GIVEN BY NEO PAINTS. NEO PAINTS MAKES NO OTHER GUARANTEES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ORAL OR WRITTEN, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, THE APPLICATION OR USE THEREOF, OR OTHERWISE. IN ADDITION, AND WITHOUT LIMITING THE
FOREGOING, ANY AND ALL GUARANTEES, CONDITIONS AND OTHER TERMS (WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND WHETHER STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE) AS TO THE QUALITY OR DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT ARE DISCLAIMED AND ARE EXCLUDED FROM THIS AGREEMENT TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
2.3. The consumer acknowledges that the consumer has not relied on any statement,
promise or representation made or given by or on behalf of NEO Paints which is not set out
herein.
2.4. Where any claim arises during the Quality Guarantee Period, the Quality Guarantee
Period will not start afresh after settlement of the claim but will continue for the
duration of the original remaining Quality Guarantee Period.
2.5. Any claim made in terms of this Quality Guarantee shall be made within 30 (thirty)
days of the consumer discovering any Product Failure or Defect which gives rise to a claim. The consumer shall provide the original till slip or receipt as proof of purchase. The original till slip or receipt must be legible.
2.6. The consumer shall forthwith notify NEO Paints of the claim providing full details thereof and
shall set out the basis why NEO Paints is liable in terms of the Quality Guarantee. NEO Paints
shall be entitled to inspect the alleged Product Failure or Defect, and to perform any
tests in respect thereof, and may do so either itself or by means of any person
nominated by it. Prior to such inspection and/or testing, the consumer shall not be
entitled to perform any repairs to or remove or tamper with any part of the coating.
The consumer shall provide such further information as NEO Paints may require, including
but not limited to details of environmental factors, inspection and repair records.
2.7. After the Quality Guarantee Period, NEO Paints no longer guarantees the Product.
2.8. The Quality Guarantee shall only be applicable where:
2.8.1. Application Work has been done in accordance with the instructions provided for the particular Product with regard to preparation and application (instructions are available on pack and
http://www.neopaints.com). “Application Work” shall include all essential elements of best painting practice and surface preparation prior to application of the coating, as well as the process of application (details available on the pack and http://www.neopaints.com).
2.8.2. The consumer has followed the recommended surface preparation and used only the recommended NEO Paints products for the surface preparation prior to the painting of the surface (instructions are available on pack and and http://www.neopaints.com).
2.8.3. The consumer has used the entire paint system recommended by NEO Paints.
This means the use of recommended primers, undercoats, and finishing
coats as per NEO Paints product literature or instructions, and/or as per the
summarised version that appears on packaging. In the case of uncertainty
with regards to application
2.9. NEO Paints is not liable for and the Quality Guarantee specifically excludes all
Product Failures or Defects that result from:
2.9.1. causes beyond the control of NEO Paints including without limitation welding
or other heating, mechanical damage, hydrostatic pressure, electrical or
electrolyte damage, incorrect cleaning or incorrect use, neglect,
explosion, radiation, environmental pollution, vandalism, fire, flood,
windstorm, other adverse weather or Acts of God or other accidents or
other malicious damage, or the use of any product not manufactured by NEO Paints;
2.9.2. the use of the product on boundary walls, garden walls, and all
freestanding structures;
2.9.3. the failure of any areas because of confined space, access, design or
configuration of the substrate painted in either preparation or coating,
including but not limited to damage from ladders and ladder platforms,
handrails, rivets and contact surfaces of any kind;
2.9.4. the deterioration of any metal as a result of any form of electrochemical
action (rusting);
2.9.5. damage to the coating arising from deterioration or movement of the
substrate caused by any other substrate or condition including, but not
limited to structural cracks, plaster cracks, rising dampness, moisture
ingress, or dampness as a result of earth-retention; or
2.9.6. consumers failure to comply with any provision hereof or any instructions
or product literature published by NEO Paints or given to the consumer by or
on behalf of NEO Paints concerning the Product including without limitation
failure to perform surface preparation and pre-treatment for, and
application of, Product strictly in accordance with such instructions or
product literature.
2.10. NEO Paints does not guarantee the workmanship or conduct of the consumer or
any third-party contractor or applicator, and NEO Paints will not be responsible for
damages to or failure or defect of the Product resulting, directly or indirectly,
from faulty workmanship, application (including surface preparation), or
maintenance of the Product by the consumer, or any third-party contractor or
applicator, or any other person or entity. Any repair or attempted repair by the
consumer or its agents or representatives or any third party will render the
Quality Guarantee void, unless such repair is carried out in accordance with
NEO Paints‘ instructions.
3. Liability
3.1. The consumer’s sole cause of action against NEO Paints for any Product Failure or Defect
will be a claim for breach of the Quality Guarantee. In the event of such breach, NEO Paints
shall, subject to clause 3.2, at its option and expense, replace or if the Product cannot
be replaced issue an alternative product for the Product found to be in breach of the
Quality Guarantee. This remedy will be the consumer’s exclusive remedy for breach
of the Quality Guarantee.
3.2. The liability of NEO Paints shall reduce over the Quality Guarantee Period according to the
following scale:
3.3. The consumer shall be liable for the balance of the PRODUCT REPLACMENT
VALUE, which is not covered by NEO Paints.
3.4. Any Product replacement will be subject to the following:
3.4.1. Rounding off to the nearest pack size available; and
3.4.2. The consumer will make arrangements, at its own cost, for the collection of the
replacement product from the paint stockist in the area nearest to the
consumer.
3.5. NEO Paints shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss or damages.
3.6. Consumer agrees that it cannot obtain any compensation and/or damages for Product
Failure or Defect after the expiration of the Quality Guarantee Period.
3.7. NEO Paints shall use its best endeavours to ensure that products required for repairs are
available as soon as practical and will not be liable for any delay in the availability thereof.
4. General
These Terms and Conditions will be construed without regard to any presumption or rule
requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting these Terms and Conditions.
Headings are for reference purposes only and shall not be used in the interpretation hereof
unless the contents clearly state otherwise.