General Questions

Unlike hardware and retail store products, which are usually consumer quality paints, UCoat It floor coating systems are a true, commercial grade epoxy and urethane products with chemical resistance and abrasion resistance properties superior to typical coatings. We pride ourselves in knowing that UCoat It is the choice of professional race shops and automotive professionals across the country, where a durable, easy-to-maintain protective finish is necessary for a clean, well-run shop. Best of all, our floor coating systems are packaged in consumer-friendly sizes and include a limited lifetime warranty.

UCoat It floor coating systems are lifetime products. In automotive dealerships and service areas, and other high-traffic, high-abuse areas, the service life is typically up to 10 years before a recoat is required. In residential applications with proper care, your UCoat It floor will last much longer.

UCoat and the other UCoat It floor coating systems, once cured, are permanently bonded to the substrate and maintain flexural strength in extreme heat and severe cold. The coatings are designed to move and stretch with the substrate without cracking or blistering.

Road salt does not affect UCoat It finishes. If large pieces of salt, or any other abrasive material, are left on the surface and rolled over with a tire, stepped on, or in someway dragged across or ground into the surface, a visible scratch may result. This may be avoided by routine cleaning and good general maintenance of the floor area.

All UCoat It finishes are chemical resistant. They are unaffected by automotive and other chemicals, provided the floor is not neglected; spills should not be left for extended periods of time. Information regarding chemical resistance to specific fluids is located under the Product Fact Sheet section in the product installation manuals.

The standard UCoat finish will prevent liquids from passing through into the concrete, but remains breathable to allow water vapor to pass through due to hydrostatic pressure from beneath the floor. UGloss-AF may be applied to the floor to completely seal the breathable UCoat surface and prevent any moisture or water vapor from passing through the coating.

The -AF denotes and Automotive Formula finish. These products intended for use in automotive environments such as a garage, race shop, or service area. UCoat is a standalone product and does not require the use of these products, however, if a gloss coat, or terrazzo finish are desired for automotive environments, an Automotive Formula finish should be used to provide the highest benefit to the consumer.

Yes, UCoat is well-suited to exterior applications. UGloss-AF is recommended to topcoat brightly sunlit areas to help prevent yellowing.

No. UCoat is warranted against any kind of lifting and peeling including "hot-tire pickup."

Welding spatter will generally not affect UCoat provided the area is kept clean of slag (to prevent abrasions on floor) and welding is done at bench height.

Application-Specific Questions

Depending on the finish, it may take as little as one day or up to three days including preparation of the floor. Please consult the installation manuals for details.

Typical drying time between coats is 4-12 hours, see installation manuals for details. A standard UCoat finish may be applied and ready for light traffic in as little as one day.

UCoat, UGloss, and UFlek are all water-based products and do not give off harmful fumes or odors even when used in enclosed spaces. UGloss-AF and UFlek-AF are solvent based finishes and require adequate ventilation during application.

UGloss-AF evolves slightly flammable vapors and should be ventilated during application. This fact also disqualifies UGloss-AF and UFlek-AF from being shipped using air expedited services.

Provided the proper mix ratios are followed, UCoat It materials may be mixed in smaller quantities. The proper mix ratios are listed below:

• UCoat - One(1) Part A to four(4) Parts B — (1:4)
• UGloss-AF - One(1) Part #1 to two(2) Parts #2 — (1:2)

Preparation-Related Questions

Clean and rinse the area free of dust, dirt and debris with fresh water. While rinsing the area, perform the "water test". Gently rinse the entire area with water and look for evidence of water beading, filming, or otherwise not absorbing into the cement. You should see the cement darken evenly as the water absorbs into it. If any areas (isolated or widespread) appear to be repelling or otherwise impeding the absorption of water further cleaning (see next step) is necessary prior to application.

No. Unlike the acid wash which is described above, using a stronger solution for cleaning or etching is not recommended because it can damage your cement causing the surface to become porous or brittle. All cleaning should be done using a degreaser or quality detergent mixed with water and agitated with a stiff-bristle broom or brush.

UCoat is a hybrid, moisture insensitive, water-based epoxy. When UCoat's parts A and B are mixed with part C, the co-plastimer bonding additive, the mixed epoxy will be drawn into the pores of the dampened concrete or wood floor as it cures, creating a PERMANENT bond.

Virtually the same prep as a floor that has been used. Always wash the surface clean of dust and debris and carefully check for signs of beading using the water test — builders sometimes spill contaminants that are invisible but will bead water when dampened. Proceed with cleaning and degreasing if necessary. The acid wash is also necessary to neutralize the pH levels of the cement as described above.

The ideal finish is a hand-trowelled, smooth finish. Avoid power-troweled finishes. Also, you also want the floor to remain unsealed or coated with curing agents. A new cement floor will need to cure for 30 days before preparation and application of UCoat It.

Clean the area free of dirt and debris. Using a pole sander with a 60-80 grit screen, scuff sand the surface to create a mechanical bond. Vacuum the area thoroughly to remove all dust. Mop or wipe the area with a damp rag or cloth to help open the fibers of the wood material and clean up any remaining dust. Apply your UCoat bond coat.

Purchase-Related Questions

If you are a first-time purchaser of UCoat, you must purchase a UCoat Kit. UCoat It finishes, even though they are easy to apply, must be applied according to a prescribed procedure to obtain the best finish. It is strongly recommended that the included installation manual is read and fully understood, and that the included installation video is viewed by the installer prior to installation of any UCoat It finish.

Most orders ship no later than 72 hours after placement. UCoat, UGloss, and UFlek may be shipped using air service for delivery as soon as next-day. UGloss-AF and UFlek-AF are restricted to ground service and therefore require 1-7 days transit time depending on destination.

On most orders we ship with UPS. For larger orders, or orders that require a pallet, we ship truck freight.

UCoat and UCoat It products are available to Canadian customers by calling 1-800-UCoat-It. Shipping costs for international orders are generally higher than orders shipped inside the U.S., and may not be available to all locations. Canadian customers are responsible for local taxes and your shipping handler may charge a brokerage fee as well.

UCoat It can be transported outside the United States, however oversea shipping arrangements are the sole responsibility of the customer. UCoat It will ship your order directly to your freight forwarder within the continental United States. Upon delivery, all further arrangements are coordinated between the customer and freight forwarder. Normal shipping charges will apply. Check with local laws for regulations and/or restrictions before transporting. Orders to Alaska or Hawaii that contain (-AF) products must ship via ground or boat transport and generally require a freight forwarder.