TSIRCON CO LTD
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OF BUILDI NG MATERIALS
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TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S
Water Repellents
Products
1. TSIRCO-REPELANT L is a solution of metal stearate complexes in a
colourless organic solvent.
2. TSIRCO-REPELANT S is a siloxane-based water repellent in a colourless
organic solvent.
Purpose
To provide a durable barrier to water penetration.
Packing
Available in 20lt plastic drums and 210lt metallic drums.
Advantages

TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S are easily applied water repellents formulated
to prevent water penetration into the walls of buildings; water
penetration is both harmful and unsightly. Water penetration through
walls create many undesirable effects such as: reduced thermal and
sound insulation, accelerated decay of the wall by carrying dirt and
deleterious chemicals from the polluted atmosphere.

TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S provide an invisible barrier against these
attacks, which protects the walls from rapid deterioration and at the
same time preserves their clean appearance.
Introduction
They are effective water repellents to be used for the treatment of
cementitious substrates, brickwork, natural and artificial stones.
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TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S are quickly absorbed into the surface and the water
repellent effect will extend well below the surface of the substrate, as much as
0,5cm depending on the porosity and texture of the surface. They do no form
a surface skin but they penetrate into the substrate and the treated surface
will «breath», i.e. they will allow the passage of air and water vapour. Any
trapped moisture in the substrate will easily dry out thus preventing the growth
of fungus.
The rapid shedding of water by TSIRCO-REPELANT-treated walls results in
the maintaining of a clean appearance for much longer than would otherwise
be the case. Furthermore due to its excellent repelling properties any dirt and
deleterious chemicals from the polluted atmosphere will be prevented from
penetrating into the substrate and thus the life of the wall is increased.
Furthermore the effect of efflorescence is minimised and the risk of frost
damage is reduced. That will also increase the resistance of the building
against carbonation and chloride attack.
Normally TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S do not cause any significant change in the
appearance of the surface to be treated, in certain cases however, as with
other water repellents, the nature of the substrate may result in the treated
area to be slightly darker. This is usually considered insignificant but can
easily be checked by a trial treatment of a small area. The material itself is
virtually colourless and the effect is an optical one, due to decreased light
diffraction.
TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S DO NOT change at all appearance of any substrate
even on any kind of stone.
Durable treatment
Under normal circumstances, TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S will retain its durability
and water repellancy properties for over 10 years. The extend of weathering,
to which the surface is exposed, will affect its life expectancy.
Properties
TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S conform to the performance requirements of
BS6477: 1992 (Specification for water repellents for masonry surfaces).
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Where to use
Use TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S to protect all kind of exterior walls like
cement/lime/sand finishes, concrete, brickwork, natural and artificial stone. If
the masonry to be treated is wet or has a non-porous surface, TSIRCOREPELANT L/S may not be absorbed resulting in white staining.
The absorbency of the surface can be checked by treating a small test area
and if in doubt about the receptivity of the surface, it is recommended that
advice should be sought, from our Technical Department, before the
treatment is commenced.
How to use
1. Coverage rates: The coverage depends entirely upon the porosity of the
surface and varies between 4 and 5m2 /litre. In most cases a single coat will
be sufficient however for very porous surfaces a second coat may be
necessary. In such a case the second coat should follow immediately after the
first coat has been absorbed.
2. Preparation of surface: Care must be taken before application to ensure
that all surfaces to be treated are sound, clean and dry.
Apart from hairline cracks all other cracks and defects must be repaired. Any
dirt should be cleaned thoroughly and organisms such as algae or lichens
must be removed. The use of detergents must be avoided by all means as
they may affect treatment and cause poor results. If the surface to be treated
is damp, it must be allowed to dry before attempting treatment with TSIRCOREPELANT L/S.
3. Application: TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S are supplied ready for use and
should be applied by brush or low-pressure spray. They must be applied
liberally so that the products run freely down the surface for about 15cm
below the application point. If the application is made by spray, the pressure
must be kept as low as possible, to avoid excessive misting, and the nozzle
must be held close to the surface.
TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S will dry within a few hours and the full water
repellancy is produced immediately after all the solvent has evaporated and
no intermediate curing or ageing is required.
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4. Cleaning: Brushes, spray, equipment, e.t.c. May be cleaned with white
spirit.
5. Precautions: Apply TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S to the complete wall and not
to individual building units. This way you avoid the risk of treating a bedding
face, which would detrimentally affect the mortar bond, and it also ensures
that the faces of mortar joints are treated.
6. Safe handling: The applicator should wear gloves, goggles and long
sleeved work wear.
Avoid contact with the skin, however in case of accidental contact with the
skin, wash off with soap and water. In case of eye splashes, irrigate with
water for 20 mins.
In both cases, if irritation persists seek medical advice.
TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S have a low flash point (42oC) and the usual
precautions against fire and prolonged breathing of solvent vapour should be
taken. It is essential that during application the area is well ventilated to
prevent build-up of solvent fumes.
Storage life
Not less than one year provided the products are kept in the manufacturers
sealed containers and stored in a dry environment away from direct sunlight.
How to specify
All surfaces as indicated shall be treated with TSIRCO-REPELANT L/S used
strictly with in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturers,
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Head office:
Strovolos Industrial Zone,
P.O. Box 23863, 1687 Nicosia, CYPRUS.
Tel: +357 22 487029, Fax: +357 22 487716
htpp://www.tsircon.com