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RADCO TEST REPORT

Test Report No. RAD-2201Project No. C-6935

Lab No. TL-1525

Abrasion Resistance Test (500 liters of sand) on Parex ExteriorInsulation and Finish System (EIFS)/Synthetic Finishes 500 Series

Prepared for

PAREX, INC.P.O. Box 189

1870 Stone Mt.-Lithonia RoadRedan, GA 30074

by

RADCOResources, Applications, Designs and Controls, Inc.

Listing and Testing Division3220 E. 59th Street

Long Beach, CA 90805Telephone: 562-272-7231Facsimile: 562-529-7513

Prepared by: Submitted by:

Yves-A. MetellusSr. Consultant

Michael L. Zieman, P.E.Executive Vice President

Issued: April 1999

RADCO reports are for the exclusive use of the client to whom they are addressed. Permission is granted to reproduce this report provided it Isreproduced In Its entirety. The use of the name RADCO (Resources Applications, Designs and Controls, Inc.,) In any advertising or related materialsmust receive prior written approval from RADCO. Reports apply onlyto samples tested at the time of testing and are not necessarily Indicative of thequality of apparently Identical or similar products. This report contains confidential information intended for the sole use of the addressee. Transmittalby facsimile Is prohibited without the express approval and concurrence of the addressee.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1,0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1

2.0 TEST SPECIMENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1

3.0 TEST SETUP, PROCEDURE & RESULTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1

4.0 CONCLUSION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2

APPENDIX A

1. LIST OF MATERIALS & APPLICATION PROCEDURE (A-1)2. PRODUCT DATA SHEETS (A-2 THRU A-B)

3. CROSS SECTION OF TEST SPECIMEN (A-g)

APPENDIX B

PHOTOGRAPHS

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

At the request of Parex, Inc., RADCO conducted the Abrasion Resistance Test (500 liters of sand)on Parex's Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS)/Synthetic Finish 530 samples. The testwas conducted in accordance with EIMA Test Method 200.01, "Standard Specification forPerformance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), Class PB", and Method A (FallingSand) of ASTM D 968 - 93, "Standard Test Methods for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatingsby Falling Abrasive".

2.0 TESTSPECIMENS

All EIFS materials used to fabricate the test samples were randomly selected by RADCO personnelfrom regular inventory at the Parex facility in Redan, GA on September 3, 1998. All base coats andfinishes used in the preparation of the test samples were manufactured by Parex, Inc. at theirRedan, GA facility. The entire process was witnessed and documented by RADCO personnel. Allcontainers were marked, sealed by RADCO personnel using tamper-proof tape as they were beingfilled, and shipped to RADCO's testing facility in Long Beach, California. The ExpandedPolystyrene (EPS) foam was also selected by RADCO personnel and was molded and labeled byEpsilon Foam Products, located in Azusa, CA (RADCO Listing No. 1222). All test specimens wereprepared by Parex and RADCO personnel between September 22, 1998 and September 30, 1998at RADCO's testing facility in Long Beach, California. The fabrication procedures followed wereobserved and documented by RADCO. The test samples were allowed to cure for a minimum of 28days at ambient conditions prior to testing.

The fabrication procedure followed to prepare the test samples is described in detail in Appendix Aalong with drawings and lay-up details.

3.0 TEST SETUP, PROCEDURE & RESULTS

3.1 Test Equipment

A. HP-1160 Gardner Falling Sand Abrasion Tester manufactured by Paul N. GardnerCompany, Pompano Beach, FI.

B. Ottawa Silica Sand: Specific gravity, 2.65. This sand is specially graded natural silica sandand is considered standard when not more than 15% of the grains in a sample are retainedon a No. 20 sieve and not more than 5% of the grains pass thorough a No. 30 sieve after 5minutes of continuous sieving. The sand was also obtained from Paul N. Gardner Company.

3.2 Test Setup & Procedure

The test was conducted per ASTM D 968 - 93. As specified in the standard, the gravity feed of theabrasion tester was calibrated by passing sand through the funnel and tube such that the rate offlowwas 2 liters of sand in 21 to 23.5 seconds.

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The test was conducted at RADCO's testing facility in Long Beach, California from March 29, 1999to April 1, 1999.The test specimenswereconditionedfor a minimumof 24 hoursat 73.4 ::!: 3.5°F(23:t: 2°C) and 50:f: 5% relative humidity. Three (3) - 6" x 6" (152.4 mm x 152.4 mm) samples withthe exterior coating applied to the substrate on the front face only were tested. Each sample wasmounted in the test fixture at a 45-degree angle to the vertical. Sand was continually poured intothe top funnel of the tester until 500 liters of sand impacted the sample. The samples were thenvisually inspected for cracking, crazing, or loss of film integrity.

Acceptance Criteria: No cracking, checking or loss of film integrity at 528 quarts (500 liters) of sand.

4.0 CONCLUSION

When visually examined, all three (3) samples complied with the test requirements of EIMA TestMethod 200.01, "Standard Specification for Performance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems(EIFS), Class PB", and Method A (Falling Sand) of ASTM D 968 -93, "Standard Test Methods forAbrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by Falling Abrasive". There was no cracking, checking, orloss of film integrity observed in any of the samples tested at 528 quarts (500 liters) of sand.

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APPENDIX A

1. LIST OF MATERIALS & APPLICATION PROCEDURE (A-1)2. PRODUCT DATA SHEETS (A-2 THRU A-B)

3. CROSS SECTION OF TEST SPECIMEN (A-g)

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LIST OF MATERIALS

The following materials were utilized in the fabrication of the test specimens:

Parex Standard System

· 1" (25.4mm)thick ExpandedPolystyrene(EPS)insulationboard,nominal1 Ib.lcu.ft. (17.7kg.lcu. m.) density,ASTMC 578,Type I.

· ParexStandardNon-Wovenmesh353as describedin the ParexProductDataSheet.

· Parex Base Coat and Adhesive 301 consisting of 30 Ibs. (13.6 kg) of pailed product and 15Ibs. (6.8 kg), grey, Type I Portland cement was used. Batch number 80831A5 wasrandomly selected from Parex product inventory. Base Coat was mixed according to theParex Product Data Sheet.

· Parex Synthetic Finish 530. Batch number 80820A3 was randomly selected from Parexproduct inventory.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All test specimens were 6" x 6" (152.4 mm x 152.4 mm).

The following procedures were followed in the fabrication of the test specimens:

. Parex Base Coat and Adhesive 301 was applied 1/16" (1.6 mm) thick onto insulation board.Parex Standard Non-Woven mesh 353 was embedded into the wet base coat using astainless steel trowel. Additional base coat was applied, as necessary, until the color of themesh was not visible beneath the surface of the base coat material. The glass fiberreinforced base coat overlapped the board edges and corners.

. Parex Synthetic Finish 530 was.troweled over the dry Parex Base Coat 301.

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PAREXEIFS 1 lb. PAREX EPS INSULATION BOARD

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SPECIFICATIONS:ASTM C578-97A, Type I are minimum Parex Molded Expanded Polystyrene Insulation BoardSpecifications amended as follows:

MATERIALS: .

Only 100%virgin expandable polystyrene modified resin beads are to be used. The use of any regrindmaterial is strictly forbidden.

CURING:Molded blocks shall be air dried for a minimum of six weeks (less than .5% residual pentane) prior tocutting into finished boards or the kiln dried equivalent

DIMENSIONAL TOLERANCES:Over entire board of a maximum size (2'x4' ASTM CSSO),length, width, thickness and squareness =1/16 inches. Flatness o\l9r entire board = 1/32 inches.

MARKINGEach board shall be marked on its end with the Parex brand name and the EPS manufacturer's quality

control number. Boards shall be packaged in polyethylene bags marked with the Parex brand name andcarrying a label clearly indicating the properties of the boards.

PAREX@ 4/98

Parex. Inc.P.O.Box 189. 1870 Stone Mt.'Uthonia Rd.. Redan. GA 30074

Phone 77Q..182-7JJ72 Fax 770-482.6878

http://www.parex.com e-mail: parexOmindspring.com

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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: Test Method Values

Density ASTM C303 .9 Ibslcu.ft minimum

Thermal Properties (1" thick board)\ Thermal Resistance @ 75°F ASTM C 177 C518 R=3.6ft. 2-F-hIBTU

Thermal Resistance @ 4Q°F ASTM C 177 C418 R=4.Oft.2-F-hlBTUThermal Conductivity @ 4Q°F ASTM C 177 C518 U-O.25Coefficient of thennal expansion ASTM D 696 .000035inftO F degree

Strength PropertiesCompressive 10% Deflection ASTM D 1621 10-14 psiFlexural Strength ASTM C 203 25-30 psiTensile Strength ASTM D 1623 16-20 psi

Moisture ResistanceWater Vapor Transmission ASTM E 96 2.0-5.0 permsWater Absorption ASTM C272 Less than 4% by volume

Surface Buming Characteristics"

Flame Spread ASTM E 84 <25Smoke Developed ASTM E 84 <450

PAREXEIFSEXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEM

Description

Reinforcing yIeshes

Uses

Standard Non-Wovenmesh 353

6 oz fiberglass mesh. Non-wovenandshift-proof. Superior alkali resistanceand durability.. Coating: 40 g yd2

Standard reinforcement of Parex EIFS.Required in combination with ParexHigh Impact 14 mesh 358.14 orUltra HighImpact 20 mesh 358.20.

LongDetailmesh 355

4.5 oz fiberglass mesh. Highlyflexiblefor details. Alkali-resistant.

Walls with many details.Required in combination withParex High Impact 14 mesh 358.14or Ultra High Impact 20 mesh 358.20.

Short Detailmesh 356

4.5 oz fiberglass mesh 9 1/4 in. wide.Highlyflexiblefor details.Alkali-resistant.

Backwrappingand corners

Adhesivemesh 352

4.5 oz fiberglass mesh. Self-adhesive,facilitates the wrapping of complexcontours. Highlyflexiblefor details.Alkali-resistant.

Complex architectural details

IntermediateImpact10 mesh 358.10

10 oz fiberglass mesh. Intermediatestrength to enhance impact and abuseresistance. Alkali-resistant.

With Parex Standard and PremiumSystems: to achieve EIMA'smedium-impact strength classification. With ParexI-CSystems: to achieve EIMA'shigh-impact strength classification.

HighImpact14 mesh 358.14

14 oz fiberglass mesh. High strength toenhance impact and abuse resistance.Alkaliresistant.

With Parex Standard and Premiumsystems: to achieve EIMA'shigh-impactstrength classification.

WithParex Standard and PremiumSystems: to achieve EIMA'sultra-highimpactstrength classification.

Corner mesh 357

7.2 oz fiberglass mesh. Heavy duty.Factory pre-bent to fold uniformlyaround corners. Designed to enhanceimpact and abuse resistance at corners.Alkali-resistant.Note:"Alkali resistanr is defined as 120 pli (21 dNlcm) retained tensile strength per EIMA105.01 after 28 days soaked in 5% sodium hydroxide.

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Corner reinforcement, required withUltra-High Impact 20 mesh.

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Weight

CoverogeWidth

Packaging

Storage

Application

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Standard Mesh

Standard Non-Woven long Detail

~~6 ozlyd2 4.5 ozlyd2456ft21roll 475 1\2/roll

39 in. 38 in.4 rolls/box 4 rollslbox

Avoid storing rolls on end or in direct sunlight.

Short Detail

~4.50zlyd2115 f12lroll9.5 in.

16 rolls/box

The fiberglass must be embedded into the wet base coat and besmoothed with a trowel until fully embedded with the mesh patternnot visible. Avoid wrinkles.

The mesh must be continuous at all corners and must be lappeda minimum of 2 1/2 inches (63.5 mm) at the mesh seams.

Impact Classification

P..." ElFS,atem

Premium end Standard

'-C Gold and 1,(: SliverWater Master

R System

Suggested areas

of the building

Adhesive

EEf84.5 ozlyd2237 1\2/roll19 in.

8 rolls! box

Act1esivemesh352is adhered to theinsulation before thebase coat is applied.Apply Ihe base coatand smooth it untilthe mesh pattern isnot visible.

The mesh mustbe continuous atall corners andmust be lappeda minimum of2 1/2 inches (63.5 mm)at the mesh seams.

Specialty Mesh

Corner Mesh

Ei87.2ozlyd21191\2/roll9.5 in.4 rolls/box

The fiberglass must beembedded inlo the wet basecoat and be smoothed witha trowel until fully embeddedwith the mesh patternnot visible.

Tightly butt meslt edgesbut do not overlap them.

Install mesh taking careto avoid wrinkles.

Where mesh edges butttogether, the joint has tobe covered with a layerof Standard or Detailmesh with a minimumlap of 6 in. (152 mm).

The fiberglass must be embedded into the wet base coat and be smoothedwith a trowel until fully embedded with the mesh pattern not visible.

Tightly butt mesh edges but do not overlap them.

Install Parex Corner Mesh 357 at all edges.

Where mesh edges butt together, the joint has to be covered witha layer of Standard or Detail mesh witlt a minimum lap of 4 in. (102 mm).For High impact 14 and Ultra-High impact 20, a second coat of Standard orlong Detail mesh must be applied on tlte whole surface.

Pare. Mesh required to achieve Impact resistance In accordance to EIMA Test Method and Standard 101.86

EIMA Impact classification (inch-Ibs)Siandard Intermediate

(25-40) (SO-89)60z .100z

60z

100z100z

Maintenance

60z

60z

Any areawithoutabuse

areas

High(90-150)140z

100z140z

140z

Ground floors

Medium traffic

areas

Ullra-Higlt

(over 150)200z

200z

200z

Ground floors

High traffic areas

ImpactMesh

. .IntermediateImpact10 HighImpact14 Ultra-HighImpact20

mm Elf!DJ1 Oozlyd2 14ozlyd2 20 ozlyd2237 1\2/roll 237 1\2/roll 237 1\2/roll38 in. 38 in. 39 in.4 rolls/box 4 rollslbox 2rolls/box

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'ED Base Coat and .Adhesive

COVERAGE:a As an adhesive:

Parex 5/16 in. notched trowel:

185 - 205 ft2 (17.3 - 19.1m2) /pail.Parex 5/8 in. notched trowel:

130 - 150 ft2 (12.1 - 14m2) /pail.

:J As a base coat to embed ParexStandard Non-Woven mesh 353:

110 -140 ft2 (10.3 - 13.1m2) Ipail.

o As a double-layer Base Coat to embedParex Standard Non-Woven mesh

353 and Ultra High Impact mesh 20:60 - 80 ft2 (5.6 - 7.5m2) /pail.

o As a double-layer Base Coat forPremium System:80 - 100 ft2 (7.5 - 9.3m2) Ipail.

a As a leveler, coverage depends uponthe thickness applied.

CONTAINER:

60 Ib (27.7 kg) net weight in plastic pails.a Storage: Protect from sun and

freezing at"all times.

D Shelf Life: One year if protected

from sun and freezing.

WORKING TIME:

Sets up in 1-3 hours after cement hasbeen added. Open time is affected byhumidity and temperature.

DRYING TIME:

Full adhesive bond strength is reachedafter 1-4 days, depending on humidityand temperature. '

CLEAN-UP:

Water soluble prior to drying. Cleantools and containers with water before

polymer/cement mixture sets.

Job name

Contractor

Date

SURFACE PREPARATION::I Painted substrates must have the

paint removed by methods whichresult in no more than 10 percent ofthe remaining surface having paint.

:I For additional options for surface

preparation, contact Parex TechnicalServices Department.

MIXING:

o Use clean container free of foreignsubstances for mixing and preparation.

o Thoroughly mix Parex 301 Base Coat.with 32 oz of clean potable water Per ,"pail, using a heavy duty 1/2 in. drillwith a rust-free paddle at 400-500r/min.

D Pre-measure 30 Ib of Portland cement.

D While stirring the 301, add smallamounts of Portland cement inincrements to obtain a final ratioof 2: 1 Base Coat & Adhesive toPortland cement.

o Small amounts of clean potable

water may be added to adjustworkability.

D Letthe mixturetemper for fIVe minutesafter initial mixing, then stir again.

D Use Parex 301 Base Coat &

Adhesive immediately after tempering.Keep container closed when not in use.

D No acf.ditives of any kind, such asrapid binders, anti-freeze, accelerators,fillers, pigments, etc., should beadded under any circumstances.

APPLICATION:

D Adhesive Application: Apply theadhesive to the entire surface on oneface of the insulation board, using aParex 5/8 in. (16 mm) notched trowelfor masonry and concrete or Parex5/16 in. (8 mm) notched trowel forgypsum sheathing. The ribbonsshould be of uniform thickness, runhorizontally and reach the perimeterof the insulation board. To ensure

high initial grab and uniform adhesivecontact, apply insulation board to wallwith firm pressure to entire surface.Apply sufficient pressure to flattenadhesive ridges.

:J Base Coat Application: Rasp EPSboard after 24 hours and when

adhesive has fully cured and bonded.Using a stainless steel trowel, applythe Base Coat 301 mixture to the

rasped surface of the insulationboard to a uniform thickness of 1/16-3/32 in. Bed the Parex reinforcingmesh immediately in the wet BaseCoat 301 mixture. Smooth thesurface of the Base Coat 301 mixture

with a trowel until the reinforcingmesh is fully embedded. The patternof the reinforcing mesh shoLJld not bevisible beneath the surface of theBase Coat 301 material.

D Premium Base Coat Application:Apply initial Base Coat, followed by asecond layer of Base Coat when thefirst layer is fully dry, for a total drythickness of between 3/32 in. and 1/8 in.

a As a leveler or filler: Apply ParexBase Coat & Adhesive 301 and trowelto a smooth, uniform surface.Maximum thickness in a singleapplication will be no more than 3/8 in.

LIMITATIONS:

D Ambient and surface temperatures

must be 40° F (4°C) or aboveduring application and curing time.Provide supplemental heat and protectionfrom precipitation as needed.

D Use only on surfaces that are sound,clean, dry, unpainted and free fromany residue which may affect theability of the 301 to bond to the surface.

D Avoid application in direct sunlight inhot weather.

D Do not use as a,leveler for EPS.

Rasp EPS level.

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P.O. Box 189 - 1870 Stone Mountain-Lithonia Rd. Redan, Georgia 30074PHONE: 770 482 7872 FAX 7704826878

Product Data Sheet: This information is design to guide you and has been

conscientiously compiled according to the latest state of our technology. Noliability can be accepted in connection with the use of the product because ofthe great variety of applications and working conditions.

Copyright Pare~. March 1997. PX 201-0397' Base Coats. &Adhesives

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BASE COAT 301

ADHESIVE 301 Narrow Through

ADHESIVE 301 Wide Through

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Base Coat & Adhesive

DESCRIPTION:. Base Coat for Parex EIFS

Standard and Premium,Water Master, and R System.

. Adhesive to laminate EPSto listed substrates.

. 70 percent synthetic pasteto 30 percent cement.

. Requires the additionof Portland cement.

USES:o Adhesive of EPS

for the following substrates:

Exterior grade gypsum sheathing

Glass fiberfaced gypsum sheathingMasonry, concreteand/or cement board

o Base coat

for the following Parex systems:Standard

Premium

R SystemWater Master

a Leveler and filler for masonry,concrete and stucco surfaces. Forthis application only, 301 can be builtup to 3/8 in. thick in a single pass.

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COMPOSITION:

a Binderbase: 100 percent acrylicpolymers, compatible withPortland cement.

a Water based: vac complianta Color:Light grey

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SWIRL FINE 530 SPRAYED SMOOTH 533

SAND COARSE 535

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Synthetic Finishes

E:I:ISeries

DESCRIPTION:

. 100percentacrylic-basedtexturedfinish.

. Integrallycoloredwith highqualitypigments.

USES:Exterior or interior finish coat over:

a Parex Exterior Insulation and

Finish Systems.

a Properly prepared masonry, brick,stucco, and concrete surfaces. .

o Interior application over drywall,plaster, or properly preparedmasonry or concrete.

COMPOsmON:a Binder base: 100 percent acrylic

a Aggregate:rust-free aggregate

a Water-based:vac compliant

a Pigmentbase:Titanium dioxidea Color: Parex standard colors or

tinted to desired custom color.

100"0 Acrylic. Designedfor Stucco

. 'mJSeriesSvn thetic Finishes..

COVERAGEParex Swirl Fine 530

Aggregate size: 1.5mm120 - 135 ft2 (11 - 12.5m2 ) /pailParex Swirl Coarse 531

Aggregate size: 3.0mm100 - 115 ft2 (9 - 10.5m2) /pailParex Multi-Texture 532

80 - 150 ft2 (7 - 14m2) /pailCoverage varies due to texture.

Parex Sprayed Smooth 533

Aggregate size: 0.5mm280 - 300 ft2 (26 - 28m2) /pailParexSand Fine 534

Aggregate size: 1.0mm150 - 165 ft2 (14 - 15m2) /pailParex Sand Coarse 535

Aggregate size: 1.8mm110 - 125 ft2 (10 - 11.5m2) /pail

Note: Coverage may vary depending onthe condition of the substrate, methodof application, and finish thickness.

CONTAINER:

65 Ib (29.5 kg) net weight in plastic pails.o Storage: Protect from sun and

freezing at all times.

o Shelf Life: One year if protectedfrom sun and frost.

DRYINGTIME:

One day under normiil conditions.High humidity and low temperaturesextend drying time.

CLEAN-UP:

Water soluble prior to drying.Clean tools and containers withwater prior to drying.

Job name

Contractor

Date

..;uhr'nittal Appr01/d1.<):

,;t..L'n;')S Of Signatures)

SURFACE PREPARATION:

o Over Parex EIFS: use Parex Primer

310 or 313 as required by the specifi-cationfor the systeminstalled. .

:J Over porous or uneven unpaintedstucco, plaster, masonry or concrete:level with Parex Base Coat 301 or

other compatible products and primewith Parex Primer 310 or 313.

o Over painted substrates: paint mustdemonstrate adequate adhesion orbe removed with methods which

result in no more than 10 percent ofthe surface having paint remaining.Prime with Parex Primer 310 or 313.

o Over interior drywall: preparedrywall as for painting and applyParex Primer 310 or 313.

o For application of Parex Primer 310and 313, refer to the Product Data Sheet

o For additional options, contact ParexTechnical Services.

MIXING:

o Stir to obtain a homogeneous

consistency using a heavy duty 1/2in. drill with a rust-free paddle at 400-500 r/min. Avoid air entrainment.

o A small amount of clean potable water

may be added to aid workability. Donot exceed 8 oz (1 cup) per full pailof finish. To avoid color variations,add the same amount of water to

each pail of finish.

APPLICATION:

o Always maintain a wet edge andwork to corners or joints. For bestcolor consistency, use finish with thesame batch number within a wall

section. Keep container closed whennot in use.

o Application: use a clean stainless

steel trowel and apply a uniformcoat the thickness of the largestaggregate size of the finish. ForParex Multi-Texture and Smooth

Finishes, apply a coat slightly thickerthan the largest aggregate size.

D Texturing Multi-Texture Finish: Follow

the first application with a secondapplication of Multi-Texture Finish,using tools and techniques necessaryto obtain the desired texture. The

maximum thickness within applied tex-ture must not exceed 3/16 in. with

average thickness not over 1/8 in.

o Texturing Swirl and Sand Finishes:

use a clean plastic float, wipefrequently and apply moderatepressure with consistent motion,rolling the large aggregates toobtain the desired texture.

o Texturing Sprayed Smooth Finish: To

achieve consistent texture, SprayedSmooth Finish should be sprayed.If troweled, the application describedabove actually produces the finaltexture. Floating following trowelingis not possible and uniform smoothnesswill not be achieved.

LIMITATIONS:

o Ambient and surface temperature

must be 40° F (4°C) or aboveduring application and drying time.Supplemental heat and protectionfrom precipitation must be providedas needed.

o Use only on surfaces that are sound,clean, dry, unpainted, and free fromany residue which may affect the abilityof the finish to bond to the surface.

o Avoid application in direct sunlightin hot weather.

P.O.Box 189 - 1870 Stone Mountain-Lithonia Rd. Redan, Georgia 30074PHONE: 770 482 7872 FAX 770 482 6878

Product Data Sheet: This information is design to guide you and has been

conscientiously compiled according to the latest state of our technology. Noliability can be accepted in connection with the use of the product because ofthe great variety of applications and working conditions.

Copyright Parex, March 1997 . PX 8103-0397 . Finishes, Coatings. & PrimersRevised June 97

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Parex Synthetic Finish 530

~ Parex Basecoat &Adhesive 301 +Standard Non Woven Mesh 353

111Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)1.0 pet nominal density

ASTM 0968 -ABRASION RESISTANCE TESTSpecimen Size: 6" X 611

Not to scale\drawings\parex5.tcw A-9

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