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ultima protek base coat
benefits
warranty
Apex Ultima Protek comes with a first of its kind 10 year Durability warranty and a 5 year waterproofing warranty. (Please refer to the Apex Ultima Protek warranty booklet for details.)
superior cleanability
Better ease to clean rust, dirt streaks and bird droppings ensuring your walls look fresh for a longer period of time.
effective waterproofing
The superlative waterproofing capabilities of the Apex Ultima Protek system forms an effective barrier against water penetration.
crack bridging
The Apex Ultima Protek film has significantly higher elongation and comes with unique fiber reinforcement thereby offering a unique crack bridging ability of upto 2mm.
structural protection
Apex Ultima Protek System has excellent CO2 diffusion (carbonation) resistance & prevents the corrosion of rebar within the concrete matrix, leading to superior structural protection.
environmentally responsible
This product not only conforms to international VOC specifications but it also contains no hazardous materials like heavy metals (lead, mercury, arsenic, chromium, cadmium, arsenic) and toxic materials (carcinogen, mutagen, reproductive toxins, APEOs) as per the guidelines laid out by the International GS –11 (Green Seal) standard.
washability
available packs
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Shelf life: 2 years from date of manufacture in original tightly closed containers away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
how to paint
how to paint your exterior walls
To get the best performance from your selection of exterior paint, we have bound together simple do-it-yourself tips in a guide; tips that put you in control, ensuring that you can effectively maintain the beauty of your home, and protect it from algae, dampness, cracks and other threats.
After all, your beautiful home should stay beautiful. Year after year.
faqs
what does apex ultima protek consist of?
Apex Ultima Protek consists of a Top Coat and Base Coat. The Base Coat has to be applied as an undercoat and cannot be tinted. Apex Ultima Protek Top Coat, applied over Apex Ultima Protek Base coat can be tinted to achieve the desired shade.
what are the basic conditions to get a warranty?
The basic requirements to get a warranty include a purchase of 40 litres of Ultima Protek Base Coat and 20 litres of Ultima Protek Top Coat. Also, roofs or horizontal surfaces need to be coated with Smartcare Damp Proof and vertical surfaces need to be covered with Apex Ultima Protek.
how long will it take to get the warranty certificate? also, will a single warranty document be provided?
Yes, both the warranties will be covered in a single warranty document and it will take 15 days for the certificate to arrive.
how much area does apex ultima protek cover?
In the case of Base Coat, 1 self-priming coat of Protek will cover 60 square feet per litre and 1 protective undiluted coat of Protek will cover 50 to 55 square feet per litre. However, for Top Coat, it will cover 55 to 65 square feet per litre for 2 coats. For every 1 litre of Apex Ultima Protek Topcoat, you need to apply approximately 2 litres of Base coat.
can a waterproofing warranty be provided, if any other waterproofing product has been used?
The warranty will only be provided where Smartcare Damp Proof has been used on horizontal surfaces.
how long will apex ultima protek last after application?
The life span of Apex Ultima Protek is 10 years.
what is the painting procedure for apex ultima protek?
To apply Apex Ultima Protek, clean the surface thoroughly with a water jet and wire brush to remove loose particles and algal growth. If any minor surface cracks, fix it with the Asian Paints SmartCare Crack Seal. To level the surface, apply Asian Wall Putty if required. After this, Base Coat Application has to be done. Apply the first coat of Apex Ultima Protek base coat. Mix one litre Apex Ultima Protek (Base coat) with 300 ml. of water. Then apply a second coat of Apex Ultima Protek (Base Coat). This coat is to be applied undiluted. Ensure coverage of 30-35 square feet per litre for 2 coats. Lastly, apply Top Coat on the surface with the desired shade of Ultima Protek. Mix 1 litre of Apex Ultima Protek Top coat with 400 ml. of water and apply 2 coats of Apex Ultima Protek Top coat over the base coat. Allow a drying time of 4 hours between coats.
do we need to apply asian paints wall putty before ultima protek?
No, the application of Asian Paints Wall Putty is not recommended as the hold of Apex Ultima Protek base coat is much better on the surface as compared to Putty. Also, if there is a failure in the putty application, the warranty will not remain valid. However, if Asian Wall putty is to be applied to level the surface, a thin coat (less than 1.5 mm) can be applied.
can apex ultima protek system be applied on horizontal surfaces?
We cannot use Protek on horizontal surfaces as this product is specially developed for vertical walls. Asian Paints Smartcare Damp Proof can be applied on horizontal surfaces.
can the application of apex ultima protek take care of structural cracks?
No, this product can’t take care of structural cracks. This paint, with its unique crack bridging ability, can ensure that cracks do not appear at the surface of up to 2 mm.
can apex ultima protek be applied in the interiors?
This paint cannot be used for interiors because it consists of UV Surface Cross-Linking Technology and in the absence of UV Radiation, the paint will not provide the desired finish.
can apex ultima protek system be applied on rough cement surfaces?
Yes, Apex Ultima Protek can be used on rough cement plaster.
how long can the apex ultima base coat be exposed before applying the top coat?
The Base Coat can be left exposed for 7 - 10 days before the application of the Top Coat.
can smartcare bio block be mixed with the ultima protek base coat and applied?
Smartcare Bio Block is to be used as a separate layer wherever required. It cannot be mixed or diluted.
can smartcare exterior sealer be mixed with ultima protek base coat and applied?
No, it cannot be mixed with Ultima Protek Base Coat.
what does apex ultima protek consist of?
Apex Ultima Protek consists of a Top Coat and Base Coat. The Base Coat has to be applied as an undercoat and cannot be tinted. Apex Ultima Protek Top Coat, applied over Apex Ultima Protek Base coat can be tinted to achieve the desired shade.
what are the basic conditions to get a warranty?
The basic requirements to get a warranty include a purchase of 40 litres of Ultima Protek Base Coat and 20 litres of Ultima Protek Top Coat. Also, roofs or horizontal surfaces need to be coated with Smartcare Damp Proof and vertical surfaces need to be covered with Apex Ultima Protek.
how long will it take to get the warranty certificate? also, will a single warranty document be provided?
Yes, both the warranties will be covered in a single warranty document and it will take 15 days for the certificate to arrive.
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