earthcrete™
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Product Description
earthcrete™ is a odorless white liquid with the consistency of skim milk. When applied to a dry soil surface (less than 12% moisture) and earthcrete™ dries, it causes the soil to form a structural skin holding the soil together. Re-applications of earthcrete™ may eventually cause the soil surface to appear shiny.
Methods of Application
Appearance
When earthcrete™ is first applied to dry soil, it causes the soil to appear wet without changing the color of the soil. earthcrete™ is absorbed by the soil without affecting the soil's dimensions.
How earthcrete™ Works?
As earthcrete™ dries, it irreversibly polymerizes the soil particles sticking them together.
Time To Cure
The more concentrated (less water mixed) and the drier the soil, the faster the soil will harden.
Warrantee
Specific claims can not be made by us for a product that is mixed, applied or storied under conditions which we have no control. We do not assume any responsibility for this product's application, misuse or misapplication.
Safety
- Read and follow the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) carefully.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Wash clothing to prevent stiffening.
- Wear a mask and avoid inhaling spray.
Storage:
- Do not freeze or store below 32º F.
- Keep container sealed to prevent earthcrete™ from drying out.
Application Procedure For Pond Basin
- Excavate, shape and level pond.
- Remove all rocks, roots, foreign objects and debris.
- Assemble sprayer, if necessary.
- Add water and mix earthcrete™ according to the instructions for specific product, if required. Mix well, even if you will be using the concentrate without adding water.
- Apply to dry soil. Spray earthcrete™ onto the entire exposed soil of excavation, including the copping stone soil area.
- Compact coated soil surface with hands, feet or tools.
- Repeat spraying on entire surface.
- You can now lay the liner in the pond, but waiting 24 hours will speed hardening process.
Note: Full hardness occurs in approximately 7 days, depending on soil conditions.
Application Assistance
Available by calling 800-742-4701. This call may be recorded to assure quality assistance. Our liability is limited to the purchase price.
General Comments
- earthcrete™is effective on clay, sand and soil with humus.
- An unopened container of earthcrete™ has a shelf life of 5 years, when stored within temperature range.
- Once the material polymerizes, it will not revert back to a liquid.
- To enhance the strength of earthcrete™, compress wet soil after first application and reapply to soil surface.
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