{"product_id":"watco-protectacoat","title":"Watco Protecta-Coat","description":"\u003cp\u003eWatco Protecta-Coat is a clear polyaspartic floor coating for protecting suitably prepared concrete and existing floor finishes against wear. Its tough, glossy finish helps preserve coloured and decorative coatings while providing an easier-to-clean surface in warehouses, showrooms and other working areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two part formulation can be used indoors and outdoors and is suitable for cold-weather projects when applied to a dry, correctly prepared substrate. Its resistance to UV and weathering makes it useful where a clear finish needs to retain its appearance outside. Application is deliberately thin: spreading the mixed material over the correct measured area is important for both coverage and curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear, hard wearing polyaspartic protective coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for compatible existing paint after preparation and a trial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-temperature application down to -10°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiamond grind existing painted surfaces to a consistently rough profile and remove all weakly bonded material. Sweep and vacuum thoroughly. Degrease where required, rinse completely and allow to dry. Allow new concrete about eight weeks to dry. Porous or high-suction surfaces can require Watco Polyaspartic Primer. Power floated concrete needs a specified preparation and priming system rather than direct coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size \/ finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5L \/ Clear glossy finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo part polyaspartic resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior and exterior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication \/ mixing range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-10°C to 30°C \/ mix at 10–25°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePot life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20 minutes at 20°C\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\u003eCoverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproximately 30m² per 2.5L on a non-porous prepared surface (12m²\/L). Textured or porous substrates and temperatures below 0°C can reduce coverage. One thin coat is normally specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition the product at 15–25°C for at least eight hours, then stir each component separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine the full pack and mix thoroughly with a wide bladed tool, scraping the base and sides. Do not dilute or mix more than one pack at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpty into a shallow tray and apply promptly with a short pile roller, working the coating into a thin film over the measured area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor planning, the linked technical sheet gives six hours before recoating, eight hours before light traffic and sixteen hours before heavy traffic at 20°C. Allow seven days for full chemical resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not apply to damp, icy or wet surfaces, or when rain is imminent. The smooth finish can become slippery outdoors; select Protecta-Coat Anti Slip where grip is needed. Test compatibility with existing coatings. Do not apply heavily or use on unprepared power floated concrete. Most self-levelling compounds require specific advice. Cure times extend markedly in cold conditions; follow the technical sheet for the actual temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it protect an existing coloured floor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if the coating is compatible, sound and thoroughly prepared. Test a small area first and remove weakly bonded paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, on a suitable dry substrate. Avoid imminent rain and consider the Anti Slip version where a smooth finish could become slippery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a primer required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePorous or high-suction concrete generally needs Polyaspartic Primer. Power floated floors need a specified preparation and primer system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thickly should it be applied?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a thin film over approximately 30m² per 2.5L. Applying heavily reduces coverage and can cause curing problems.\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-next-protecta_coat_and_anti_slip.pdf?v=1794400496\" 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-next-Protecta_Coat___Curing_Agent__GB_EN__5_00__29_06_2026.pdf?v=1794400496\" 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-next-protecta_coat_resin_gb.pdf?v=1794400495\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet - Resin (GB)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watco","offers":[{"title":"2.5L","offer_id":58281768321364,"sku":"PAC2.5","price":148.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9017\/6596\/files\/watco-next-protecta_coat.jpg?v=1794400477","url":"https:\/\/andrewscoatings.co.uk\/products\/watco-protectacoat","provider":"Andrews Coatings Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}