Raintite Kit Acrylic Waterproofing System

Sika® RainTite waterproofing system is a highly flexible UV-resistant acrylic emulsion coating, in conjunction with a non-woven polyester membrane. The system forms a fully bonded, durable and flexible waterproofing layer.

Uses

• Sealing joints, lap and roofing screws on various kinds of roofs (roof tile, asbestos, zinc)
• Parapet walls
• External walls

Features & Benefits

• External weather & UV resistant
• Easy to use and apply
• No priming
• Excellent adhesion to most surfaces
• High flexibility
• Thixotropic
• Non-toxic

Application Instructions

Preparation

• The surface must be clean, sound and properly cured. Remove all loose materials mechanically, preferably with a wire brush. Iron and steel surfaces should be free of rust.

Applications

• Step 1: Apply a generous base coat of Sika® RainTite waterproofing compound by brush or roller at a spread rate of 1litre/m².
• Step 2: Embed the Sika® RainTite membrane into the base coat while it is still wet. Ensure that the Sika® RainTite membrane is thoroughly embedded and smooths out all air pockets and creases. Overlaps of adjacent Sika® RainTite membrane must be a minimum of 50 mm.
• Step3: Immediately apply a second coat of Sika® RainTite waterproofing compound at a spread rate of 0.6 litre/m² while the base coat is still wet to fully saturate the Sika® RainTite membrane from both sides.
• Step 4: When touch-dry, apply a final top coat at a spread rate of 0.5 litre/m² to complete the application. Protect from rain until dry.

Limitations

• Do not attempt application when rain is imminent.
• Protect from rain until dry
• It is not recommended to apply screed mortar on top
• of Sika® RainTite.
• Avoid ponding water on top of Sika® RainTite

Cleaning of Tools

• Remove the uncured surface of Sika® RainTite with water. Cured material can only be removed mechanically

Storage Conditions

The product must be stored properly in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging in dry conditions at temperatures between +5 °C and +30 °C.

Higher storage temperatures may reduce the shelf life of the product.

Reference shall also be made to the storage recommendations within the safety data sheet.