Rockcote Torino

Rockcote Torino is a ready mixed, pre-coloured acrylic coating ideal for covering and decorating suitably prepared masonry surfaces such as:

• Concrete
• Cement Render
• A.A.C (Hebel)
• Cement Sheeting (HardiTex/Fibro)
• Brickwork
• Plasterboard

Rockcote Torino effectively combines the aesthetically pleasing colours and styles of traditional render finishes and limewashes, with the performance properties of modern acrylic coating systems.

COMPOSITION

Rockcote Torino is composed of a high performance pure acrylic binder containing finely graded quartz sand and durable colour pigments. Powerful mould and fungus inhibitors are also incorporated in this product.

PERFORMANCE & PROPERTIES

Water Resistance

Rockcote Torino provides a water repellent, crack resistant finish. Torino also remains vapour permeable, allowing the walls to “breathe”.

Adhesion

Rockcote Torino will adhere well to all properly prepared building substrates and is especially suitable for difficult surfaces such as high density concrete, A.A.C., or previously painted surfaces that would normally present a problem for traditional limewash or cement base paints.

Flexibility

The highly flexible nature of Rockcote Torino will allow for normal movement of the substrate without affecting the coating.

Colours Available

Rockcote Torino can be tinted to a wide range of colours, enabling the creation of authentic looking European finishes in soft natural tones or exciting vibrant colours. Rockcote Torino exhibits a flat finish, which can produce a washed finish.

Finishes

Depending on application techniques and tools used, Rockcote Torino can be worked to a number of traditional yet highly fashionable finishes. For example, a “crowsfoot” finish can easily replicate Mediterranean style finishes carried out in traditional limewashes. Torino is ideal for producing sponged or coloured wash finishes.

Ease of Application

Rockcote Torino is supplied to the building site pre-mixed in plastic pails. Colour can be incorporated at the factory or added on site. The material is mixed to exact specifications in the factory, and is applied to the wall directly from the pail.

Limitations

Torino provides a flat finish & will not offer the same degree of performance or dirt & mould resistance as the higher gloss membrane paints.

APPLICATION

Surface Preparation

Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from oil, grease, and form release agents, loose or crumbling material.

Bricks, Blocks & Concrete – Render with Rockcote Skimcote or Quick Render leaving a sponge, wood float or bagged finish as desired.

Cement Sheet – Render with Rockcote Polymer Render as per Rockcote specifications.

Using a brush, roller or suitable spray equipment, apply one coat of Rockcote Texprime at the rate of approx. 6 - 8 square metres per litre & allow minimum 4 hours drying time before applying the Torino.

Rockcote Torino is applied with a brush &/or a medium nap roller or heavy duty spray gun. The standard application requires 2 coats allowing at least 4 hours drying time between coats. Torino may be finished in a variety of ways using a brush, sponge or simply left off the roller.

The application of Rockcote Torino is a specialist procedure & should only be carried out by a skilled and experienced applicator and in accordance with our technical specifications.

COVERAGE

Coverage rates may vary according to the condition of the substrate, desired finish or method of application. Rockcote Torino is usually applied at the rate of approx. 4 – 4.5 square metres per litre per coat (30 – 35 square metres per 15 litre drum for 2 coats).

Rockcote Texprime is applied to the surface at a rate of 6-8 square metres per litre per coat (90 - 120 square metres per 15 litre drum).

PACKAGING

Rockcote Torino is supplied in 15 litre heavy duty plastic pails. Smaller sizes are available on request.

STORAGE, SAFETY & HANDLING

Refer to Rockcote’s MSDS for Torino

• Pails should not be stacked more than two high during transportation and should be stored out of direct sunlight and above 4 ° C.
• When working with Rockcote Torino, observe the usual precautions for handling cement & water acrylic based products.
• Avoid inhalation of the powder or vapour, prolonged skin contact and particularly eye contact.
• If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with clean water.
• In the case of Torino, if ingestion occurs, drink at least 2 glasses of water and consult a doctor.
• Wear protective clothing to minimise skin contact, and wear goggles where splatter is likely.
• Where spills occur, soak up liquid spillage with sand/sawdust and dispose of in a sensible manner.
• Clean up equipment and area with water. Do not permit run-off to sewer, storm water or open bodies of water.

Indemnity

Rockcote Enterprises Pty Ltd will not accept responsibility for any misuse of this product if not applied by a skilled and experienced applicator and in accordance with our technical specifications. Due to our policy of continuing product improvement Rockcote Enterprises Pty Ltd reserves the right to change these specifications without further notice.

Revised June 2005