{"product_id":"watco-bitu-mend-advanced","title":"Watco Bitu-Mend Advanced","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatco Bitu-Mend Advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty asphalt repair mortar\u003c\/strong\u003e for potholes, damaged work areas and worn surfaces exposed to forklift, lorry and HGV traffic. Its epoxy resin and granite aggregate formulation is designed for demanding repairs where a conventional bitumen-based patch may not offer the required durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply at depths from 10mm to 100mm to repair holes, splits and damaged asphalt in car parks, loading bays and gangways. It can also be used on concrete. The trowel-applied mixture can be worked around edges and into crevices, then compacted to create a firm repair with a hard, black, slip-resistant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe range of applications includes bedding and fixing roller shutter door guide rails, repairing trip hazards and resurfacing worn local areas. Prepare each repair to a sound base and use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/watco-tack-coat\"\u003eWatco Tack Coat primer\u003c\/a\u003e, as required by the technical sheet. Correct priming, thorough mixing and compaction are important parts of the repair system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose Advanced for heavy-use repairs within its stated depth range. If the hole is deeper than 100mm, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/watco-bitu-mend-deep-fill\"\u003eBitu-Mend Deep Fill\u003c\/a\u003e offers application up to 200mm. Both products need a curing period before traffic returns, so plan the work around the operating temperature and the access needs of the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove loose material, oil and contamination from the void. The substrate must be sound and preferably dry; slight damp is acceptable. Prime prepared surfaces with Watco Tack Coat before applying the repair mortar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize \/ Colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25kg \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEpoxy resin, curing agent and graded granite aggregate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication depth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–100mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1m² per pack at 15mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorking time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 30 minutes at 10–20°C; shorter in warmer conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTraffic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt 10–20°C: foot traffic 8–12 hours; heavy traffic 12–24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShelf life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months, unopened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix the curing agent into the resin thoroughly using a wide-bladed tool. Immediately combine the mixed liquids with the granite aggregate, coating every particle. Place the compound into the void, work it into gaps and lightly tamp with wood to remove air pockets. Finish with a trowel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the repair within the stated thickness range. Allow the required curing time before traffic returns; lower temperatures extend it. Store above 10°C and protect from frost. Remove food products from the work area during application and cure. Read the technical and safety sheets before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Bitu-Mend Advanced need primer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Prime prepared surfaces with Watco Tack Coat as specified in the technical sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it take forklift and lorry traffic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed for heavy-use areas including loading bays and car parks. Allow the full heavy-traffic cure time before reopening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat thickness should I apply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApply 10–100mm. For deeper holes, choose Bitu-Mend Deep Fill instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the coverage and cure time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow approximately 1m² per 25kg at 15mm. Heavy traffic can return after 12–24 hours at 10–20°C; cold conditions slow curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eData Sheets\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-13.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTechnical Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-14.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet – Aggregate (GB)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-15.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet – Curing Agent (GB)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-16.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet – Resin (GB)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-17.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet – Aggregate (GBNI)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-18.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet – Curing Agent (GBNI)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-19.pdf?v=1793966847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet – Resin (GBNI)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watco","offers":[{"title":"25kg","offer_id":58181202739540,"sku":"BITUHD25","price":143.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-advanced-repair-1.jpg?v=1793966816","url":"https:\/\/andrewscoatings.co.uk\/products\/watco-bitu-mend-advanced","provider":"Andrews Coatings Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}