SpecStrip Citrus
SpecStrip Citrus is a high-performance, chemically active release agent designed to prevent concrete from bonding to forms and form liners. This product does not contain waxes or silicones, ensuring no residue, stain, or discoloration on the concrete surface. With a pleasant citrus scent, SpecStrip Citrus is ideal for enhancing the release of formwork, reducing concrete buildup, and protecting against rust.
- Improves the release of formwork
- Reduces concrete buildup on forms and liners
- Minimizes form cleaning requirements
- Protects formwork against rust
- Leaves no residue, stain, or discoloration
- Pleasant citrus fragrance
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Application
SpecStrip Citrus is ready to use and should not be diluted. For optimal performance:
- Ensure form surfaces are free from dirt, rust, scale, and concrete buildup before application.
- Apply using a spray with an atomizing or misting spray tip to achieve a thin, uniform film.
- Avoid over-application to prevent dusting; remove excess material with a squeegee and absorbent rags.
- Proper application will result in a smooth, architectural concrete surface ready for subsequent coatings.
Packaging
SpecStrip Citrus is packaged in 275 gallon totes, 55 gallon drums and 5 gallon pails.
Shelf Life
Shelf life of SpecStrip Citrus in the original tightly closed containers is two years from date of manufacture.
Coverage
- Steel, Plastic, Fiberglass: 2000 sq ft/gal
- Conditioned Aluminum: 2000 sq ft/gal
- HDO Plywood: 2000 sq ft/gal
- MDO Plywood: 1500 sq ft/gal
- Dimensional Lumber: 1000 sq ft/gal
- BB Grade Plywood: 1000 sq ft/gal
Actual coverage rates may vary depending on the porosity of the form surface.
Standards
SpecStrip Citrus meets V.O.C. emission requirements for form releases (EPA limit < 450 g/L). V.O.C. content <250 g/L