Surface Preparation

1. Clean area free of dirt, dust, loose debris, paint or any contaminants.
2. Repair and fill any cracks and holes using Stone Mason repair products. Moisten concrete with clean water prior to application of Stone Mason Wall Finish Base Coat.
3. To obtain a professional finish, the Texture Coats must be applied over a smooth and level surface. Irregular surfaces such as concrete, concrete block, brick, etc. must receive a base coat of Stone Mason Wall Finish Base Coat. Allow 24 hours to cure.
4. Apply Stone Mason Wall Finish Prime Coat over area to be covered with Stone Mason Wall Finish Texture Coat. This will provide a uniform base colour, extend working time and promote better adhesion of texture coats. Let dry for approximately 2 hours.

Mixing: Although the product comes to you ready to use, it is important to thoroughly mix Stone Mason Wall Finish Texture Coat to a uniform workable consistency. A power drill with paint mixer attachment is recommended.

Application:

1. Use a small test area to develop the technique required in order to obtain the desired texture.
2. Use a stainless steel or plastic trowel to lay material on wall surface.
3. Spread to thin even thickness. Recommended minimum thickness for Venetian and Pebbelcoat is 1.6mm (1/16") and for Freeform 3.0mm (1/8").
4. To eliminate lap marks, maintain and work from a wet edge at all times.
5. Texturing: Interesting and unique effects can be created by a uniform trowel motion and/or type of tool used to create the texturing. It should be textured within 10-15 min. of applying Stone Mason Wall Finish Texture Coat.

Alternate Application: Another suggested application of the texture coat is a spray-on method for those who do not wish to use a trowel. Stone Mason Wall Finish Texture Coat can be sprayed on utilizing a standard hopper spray unit. Each of the three finishes has a little different consistency and we suggest you use a small test area to develop the technique required to obtain the texturing consistency you seek. Spray texture coatings using approximately 15-18 psi, 1 m (2-3 feet) away from wall surface. Upon completion, proceed with the various trowel motions to obtain required texture.

Note: Clean tools regularly during application.

Note: The Venetian and Pebblecoat textures are achieved by using a light , uniform circular and/or vertical motion. The Freeform texture provides the opportunity to create unique and dramatic patterns using a variety of tools, trowel motions and techniques on single or multiple coats.

Wise Tips:

• Use a small test area to develop technique required in order to obtain the desired texture.
• Use only stainless steel or plastic trowels to avoid staining.
• To eliminate lap marks, maintain a "wet edge" at all times, working continuously to complete sections. Work in area segments of approx. 1.8m square (4'x5').
• Start from upper area and work down using upward trowel motions.
• Clean tools frequently during application.
  Do not re-trowel over completed area. For corrections re-apply application steps 2 to 5 in 24 hours.