Zeron Paint - Blue Ice

The ZERON system is the longest lasting epoxy pool coating available. You can expect up to eight years of service from one application of this product. The greatest advantage of the ZERON system is that it only requires one coat. ZERON is a heavier bodied material than POXOLON so it will require a little more effort in its application and will not spread as far. However, due to the extremely long life of ZERON, the cost per year of service is lower than any other pool coating available. This coating may be applied by roller or airless spray equipment. ZERON is highly recommended for professional pool builders and pool service companies as an alternative to traditional pool plaster. The finished surface will stay brighter and will be easier to keep clean than a plastered pool. Coverage: Approximately 125 - 150 square feet per gallon. Available in these attractive colors: White, Blue Ice, Bikini Blue and Blue Mist. The ZERON System Application of the ZERON system is best with a 9" roller cover with a 7/16" nap and a solvent resistant core. See the section on epoxy coatings to determine the proper coating procedure for your present surface condition. If you are recoating an epoxy finish, be sure to sand any glossy spots in order to assure good adhesion. Spot prime any bare spots with the recommended primer shown in the chart on page 2. Allow this primer to cure for the proper time and you are ready to apply ZERON. ZERON requires only one coat. A liberal application will provide a very durable finish. Be sure to coat the walls first and the floor last. Allow the ZERON to cure for the recommended period as shown in the curing schedule below. Coverage: 125 - 150 square feet average per gallon Curing schedule for ZERON before filling pool: 3 days @ 75° F to 85° F (25° C) 4 days @ 70° F to 75° F (21° C) 5 days @ 65° F to 70° F (18° C) 6 days @ 60° F to 65° F (16° C) For steps, shallow areas and wading pools, we recommend sprinkling white sand or marble dust on the coating before it dries to make the area slip-resistant. SURFACE PREPERATION The most important aspect of coating a pool is surface preparation. Your new coating will not adhere to even the slightest oily residue such as suntan lotion, body oils, hair spray, algae or anything that comes between the pool surface and the new coating. The best method for preparing your pool is described in the following steps. Washing Your Pool Washing Your Pool is Important to Remove Any Existing Oil Residue The best washing solution is OLYMPIC No. 910 Pool Washing Compound (tri-sodium phosphate) mixed with warm water. NEVER use a soap-type detergent. Soap products leave a soapy film on the surface which will result in poor coating adhesion. How to Wash Your Pool Mix eight ounces of pool washing compound or tri-sodium phosphate to each gallon of warm water. One gallon of this solution will wash approximately 200 square feet. Dip a long handled brush in this solution and firmly scrub the pool surface in approximately 10 foot sections. Rinse off the residue with clear water immediately after scrubbing. Be careful not to allow the pool washing solution to dry on the surface. Always scrub the walls first and the floor last. The next step is acid etching. Acid Etching - for Bare Concrete and Plaster Acid etching is required on bare masonry surfaces like concrete or plaster. It is also effective for removing chalky residue and hard mineral deposits on a previously coated pool. Acid washing opens millions of tiny pores which allow the subsequent coating to penetrate, thus creating a secure cohesive bond. Even on previously coated pools, we heartily recommend an acid wash. NOTE: To prevent eye Injury, NEVER pour water Into acid. ALWAYS pour acid into water and wear protective eyewear. Mixing the Acid Mix in a plastic bucket a ten percent solution of muriatic acid in water. Most muriatic acid is packaged at 20% or 30% strength. One gallon of 30% muriatic acid mixed with two gallons of water will yield three gallons of ten percent solution. Likewise, one gallon of 20% muriatic acid mixed with one gallon of water will yield two gallons of ten percent solution. One gallon of the ten percent solution is sufficient for etching 100 square feet of pool surface. The Etching Procedure Liberally brush the acid solution on the surface. The acid will bubble on the surface when applied. As soon as this bubbling ceases, rinse the solution off with clear water. The surface should feel like fine sandpaper when properly etched. Splash a small amount of water on the surface to see if it is sufficiently etched. If the water soaks in fairly quickly, the surface is properly etched. If the water stands on the surface, another etching will be required or switch to a stronger acid solution. It is of utmost importance that you wash the pool again after etching. The tri-sodium phosphate in the pool washing solution will neutralize all traces of acid left on the surface after etching. After this second washing, allow the pool to dry before coating. However, if you are using POXOPRIME II epoxy primer, you may proceed with priming the pool. POXOPRIME II is compatible with wet surfaces. Caution: Do not mix in a galvanized container. 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Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies:

• Commercial pool specialist
• We have the best, most knowledgeable customer service of any pool company in the nation.
• We mix and blend many of our own chemicals.
• We are a commercial pool service company.
• We deliver bulk chemicals with our own trucks.
• We send out a 168 page commercial pool maintenance supply catalog nation wide.
• We have one of the largest commercial pool customer bases of any pool company in the nation.

Have a question about this product?
Call our customer service department at 1-877-842-4455.