5 The application begins by masking off the borders of the area with duct tape and (ideally, but not a requirement) cutting a 1/4” x 1/4” groove along the perimeter for the epoxy to flow into. Next, the surface is prepared before coating. Uniformly apply Vantek’s Prep & Etch with a plastic sprinkler can or sprayer and scrub in with a stiff broom. Allow acid to work for 5-10 minutes, or until the bubbling reaction ends. Rinse with water and allow the surface to dry completely. Remove excess water using a leaf blower. Combine the V-Gard epoxy resin (Part B) and hardener (Part A) and mix thoroughly. Incorporate Vantek Admix, a specially designed aggregate blend that adds additional strength and wear properties, into the epoxy liquids. Apply to the slat at a uniform depth of between 3/16” and 1/4”. Pour the epoxy slurry as a bead down the slat center and spread with a Notched Trowel to a uniform depth. Use a flat trowel along the side of the slat to keep epoxy from flowing off the edge. The next step is to broadcast V-Gard Broadcast over the wet epoxy until the surface appears dry. Allow to cure for 8-12 hours. Areas around nipple drinkers and cup waterers also benefit from the same V-Gard coating. The suggested coverage is approximately 24”x 24” per water location.
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