Hydrobat 2000 - Surface water repellent for masonry - Zep Industries

Hydrobat 2000 - Surface water repellent for masonry - Zep Industries

Prevents atmospheric fouling , the appearance of algae , and damage from rain, wind, and frost.
Protects walls against moisture penetration and prevents plaster from crumbling. 100% transparent, allows oxygen to pass through, allows surfaces to breathe.

Properties :

• Product efficacy controlled by CSTC nr HD-340-133.103.
• HYDROBAT 2000 sustainably limits the penetration of rainwater and runoff into walls and facades.
• Allow the surfaces to breathe.
• The treatment's effectiveness lasts for several years.
• HYDROBAT 2000 limits the penetration of water into the network of pores and capillaries of materials commonly used in construction.
• Allows gases and vapors to circulate from the inside to the outside.
• Dries quickly on all neutral or alkaline surfaces.
  The pearly effect appears within hours of application.
• The appearance of the treated surface is not altered.
• The facades no longer crack due to frost and the interior of the building is not damaged by seepage water.
• Implementation must be carried out in accordance with DTU 59.1.
• HYDROBAT 2000 resists remarkably well against aging agents (freeze-thaw, UV, etc.) thanks to the structure of the siloxane bonds it forms with the reactive sites of the substrates.

Application :

Masonry and building companies, maintenance services, historical monuments, etc...

For the protection of the facades of buildings, houses, apartment buildings, tile and fiber cement roofs built on slopes.
For the protection of sculptures and monuments against the harmful effects of rain in parks and public gardens, archaeological digs, etc...

For country houses with exposed stone. Can be applied to surfaces such as: concrete, mortar, plaster, fiber cement, lime plaster, stone, brick, stucco, tile, plaster.

Instructions for use:

1. The surface must be sound: efflorescence and mold must be removed.
   Seal cracks larger than 0.3 mm.
2. It is beneficial to remove dust with compressed air.
3. The surface must be completely dry: after rain, wait at least 24 hours and in the case of cleaning the facade with pressure water, wait 3 days (dry weather).
4. Can be applied below 0°C, temperature is irrelevant.
5. It can be used undiluted.
   Can be applied with a brush, gun, or sprayer.
6. Treat until refusal, stop only when the surface no longer absorbs the water repellent.
   After a few hours of drying, the water repellent is no longer at risk of being washed away by the rain.
7. Often, a single coat is enough.
8. However, for very porous surfaces, a second coat must be applied as soon as the glossy appearance of the first coat has disappeared.
   The treated surfaces can be painted with most facade paints: aqueous vinylacrylic dispersions, latex emulsions, pliolites (preliminary testing is essential)

Packaging:

• 20 L
• 210 L
• 1000 L

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does the water repellent change the color of the surface?
   No, Hydrobat 2000 is completely colorless and does not change the appearance of the material.
2. Can the product be applied to a damp surface?
   The surface must be completely dry to ensure good penetration and effectiveness.
3. Is it compatible with natural stone?
   Yes, provided the stone is porous. On very dense stones (granite, marble), the effectiveness may be limited.
4. Can it be painted after application?
   It is not recommended to paint a treated surface, as the water repellent prevents the paint from adhering.
5. What is the duration of protection?
   Depending on the exposure of the surface, the protection can last 5 to 10 years.
6. How to verify effectiveness?
   After 24 hours, apply a few drops of water. If they bead up, the water repellent is effective.
7. Can Hydrobat 2000 be used indoors?
   Yes, but only in well-ventilated areas and on mineral substrates.
8. Is the product dangerous?
   Handle with gloves and goggles. Avoid all contact with eyes and food products.