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Polymeric Stone Dust

For Stone Joints 1/2" TO 4"

Gator Dust is a unique mixture of polymer binders and calibrated crushed stone available in two colors STONE GREY and SAHARA BEIGE. Once Gator Dust sets, it becomes very firm and locks between the stone joints. This firm bond maintains the stones securely in place, being equally effective on both horizontal and sloped surfaces.

Ideal for: Patios Walkways Pool Decks	Easy to Install: Sweep into the joints Tamp and clean stones Spray a mist of water and you're done
Advantages Over Cement Joints: Natural stone finish on surface (unlike white cement joint) Sweep polymeric dust in joints (no trowelling)	Available in 2 Colors: Sahara Beige Stone Grey

Installation for Natural Stones and Artificial Stones:

1. Install stones on a drainage bed system.
2. Make sure that the top surface of the stones is dry. FOR NATURAL STONES: Using a hard bristle heavy duty construction broom, sweep Gator Dust in between the natural stone joints. FOR WETCAST STONES: Using a scoop, carefully pour Gator Dust in between the joints and avoid getting any Gator Dust on the stone surface.
3. Hit the stones with a rubber hammer; this will make the Gator Dust settle firmly into the joints by removing the air pockets. Repeat step 2 and this step 3 at least two more times.
4. Using a soft fine bristle broom, sweep off all excess Gator Dust that is on the stone surface. Insure that Gator Dust lies at least 1/8 of an inch (3 mm) below the top of the stones.
5. Using a leaf blower, blow off all Gator Dust residues lying on the stone surface. Depending on the physical layout present, it may be more appropriate to remove residue by using a vacuum unit.
6. First Phase: At a height of 4 feet (1.2 meter), use a water gun connected to a hose to direct a fine mist (setting of water gun: "mist" or equivalent) of water on a certain stone area for 10 to 15 seconds. Wait 3 to 4 minutes (not longer). Proceed to Second Phase. Second Phase: From a height of 2 feet (0.6 meter), aim the water mist directly at the stone surface. Mist and rinse simultaneously so as to eliminate any Gator Dust residue left on the stones. The Gator Dust residue should go directly into the stone joints. Wait 3 to 4 minutes (not longer). Proceed to Third Phase. Third Phase: From a height of 2 feet (0.6 meter), aim the water mist again directly at the stone surface. Again, mist and rinse simultaneously so as to eliminate any Gator Dust residue left on the stones. The Gator Dust residue should go directly into the stone joints. However, stop misting (ALERT) when you see a minimal amount of water retention on the stone joints.
7. Repeat the directions of step 6 for all other areas that have not been misted with water.
8. Use a leaf blower to remove all the excess surface water that is lying on the pores and crevices of the stones. This blowing action is necessary to help remove any remaining Gator Dust residue that was left on the stone surface from the previous steps. Depending on the physical layout present, it may be more appropriate to remove remaining residue with a vacuum unit.

Note: The water used in step 5 activates a bonding action and also condenses the Gator Dust in the joints. Too much water will reduce the final performance of the product. The natural stones have to be installed higher than the surrounding area. A slope is also required to allow for water run off. Example: 1/8" per linear foot slope is recommended around a pool deck. If steps 4 & 5 are not done properly a white haze may be apparent on the stone surface. This is due to excess residue left on the paver surface. This haze will dissipate over time. It can also be removed using an concrete efflorescence cleaner.

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Polymeric Sand

For Concrete Paver Joints Up to 1"

SUPERSAND BOND is a unique mixture of polymer binders and calibrated sand available in Beige or Slate Grey. The installation of SUPERSAND BOND is almost identical to using regular paver joint sand, except for the application of water. Once SUPERSAND BOND sets, it becomes very firm and locks between the paver joints. This firm bond maintains pavers securely in place, being equally effective on both horizontal and sloped surfaces.

Ideal for: Sloping areas Around pools Driveways, patios and walkways	Helps Prevent Weed growth Ant hills Erosion and wearing away
Advantages: 1 hour setting time Sets above freezing temperature (32°F / 0°C)	Available in 2 Colors: Beige Slate Grey

For Use On and Requred Sub-Surface Preparation

GATOR XP SAND is recommended for a variety of uses, including pool sides, patios, foot paths, driveways, parking spaces, pavements etc… The concrete pavers have to be installed on a drainage bed system composed of 2 layers. The upper layer can have a maximum of 1 inch (2.5 cm) of bedding sand. The lower layer must have a minimum of 5 inches (12.5 cm) of crushed stone compacted at 95% Proctor density. (See diagram below).

Features

• Can be used for paver joints up to a maximum of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
• Helps prevent weed sprouting and the damages caused by insects.
• Helps prevent erosion due to climatic condition, such as wind, rain and freezing.
• Fast setting: Product sets within one hour from application of water.
• Sets at above freezing temperature (0°C - 32°F).
• Can be applied even if rain is expected (however, minimum of 1 hour needed after installation).
• Does not stain concrete paving stones.
• Intact pallets can be stored outside.

Installation: Application for a New Paver Job

1. Use a concrete sand as your bedding sand to do the final levelling. (Photo 1-A). Install the concrete pavers on this concrete bedding sand. (Photo 1-B).
2. Make sure that the top surface of the pavers is dry. Using a hard bristle heavy duty construction broom, sweep SUPERSAND BOND in between the paver joints and then compact by using a vibrating plate. Repeat this step 2 at least 2 more times. Using a soft fine bristle broom, sweep off all excess SUPERSAND BOND that is on the paver surface. Insure that SUPERSAND BOND lies at least 1/8 (3 mm) of an inch below the top of the pavers.
3. Using a leaf blower, blow off all SUPERSAND BOND residues lying on the paver surface. Depending on the physical layout present, it may be more appropriate to remove residue by using a vacuum unit.
4. First Phase: At a height of 4 feet (1.2 meter), use a water gun connected to a hose to direct a fine mist (setting of water gun: "mist" or equivalent) of water on a certain paver area for 10 to 15 seconds. Wait 3 to 4 minutes (not longer). Proceed to Second Phase.
5. Second Phase: From a height of 2 feet (0.6 meter), aim the water mist directly at the paver surface. Mist and rinse simultaneously so as to eliminate any SUPERSAND BOND residue left on the pavers. The SUPERSAND BOND residue should go directly into the paver joints. Wait 3 to 4 minutes (not longer). Proceed to Third Phase.
6. Third Phase: From a height of 2 feet (0.6 meter), aim the water mist again directly at the paver surface. Again, mist and rinse simultaneously so as to eliminate any SUPERSAND BOND residue left on the pavers. The SUPERSAND BOND residue should go directly into the paver joints. However, stop misting (ALERT) when you see a minimal amount of water retention on the paver joints. Repeat the directions of step 4, 5 & 6 for all other areas that have not been misted with water.
7. Use a leaf blower to remove all the excess surface water that is lying on the pores and crevices of the pavers. This blowing action is necessary to help remove any remaining SUPERSAND BOND residue that was left on the paver surface from the previous steps. Depending on the physical layout present, it may be more appropriate to remove remaining residue with a vacuum unit.

IMPORTANT The water used in step 4,5 & 6 will activate a bonding action as well as condense SUPERSAND BOND grains in the joints. Too much water will undo the dense compaction obtained during step 2 and reduce the final performance of SUPERSAND BOND. If steps 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7 are not done properly, a white haze may appear on the paver surface after the installation. This is due to excess SUPERSAND BOND residue left on the paver surface. This haze will dissipate over time. It can also be removed by using a concrete efflorescence cleaner.

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