NORTH AMERICAN SYSTEMS GUIDE

Awlgrip® North America

1 E1 East Water StreetWaukegan Illinois 60085

TEL: 847.599.6212 FAX: 847.599.6209

www.awlgrip.com

Awlgrip® EuropeBannerlaan 54

2280 Grobbendonk Belgium

TEL: 32.14.25.7770 FAX: 32.14.23.0880

Awlgrip® Australia76 Waterway Drive

Coomera Queensland 4209

Australia TEL: 61.7.5573.9655

or 1800.007.866 FAX: 61.7.5573.9677

Awlgrip® New Zealand686 Rosebank RoadAvondale, Auckland

New Zealand TEL: 64.9.828.3009

or 0800.150.527 FAX: 64.9.828.1129

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Awlgrip® AsiaAsia International Pte. Ltd.449 Tagore Industrial Avenue

01-03 Hong Joo Industrial BuildingSingapore 787820 TEL: 65.6453.1981 FAX: 65.6453.1778

TOPCOATS - AWLGRIP® & AWLCRAFT® 2000

Polyester Urethane Topcoat

Acrylic Urethane Topcoat

• High performance urethane topcoat systems.• Recognized world-wide for 30 years.• Full product range of coating systems for all substrates.• Can be applied by spray or brush/roll.

• For use above the waterline only.• Excellent color retention and chemical resistance.• Custom colors available.

• Premium acrylic urethane topcoat.• Superior flow-out and high gloss.• Ease of application.

• Fast drying to reduce dust entrapment.• For spray application only.• For use above the waterline only.• Custom colors available.

TOPCOAT CARE

An effective detergent for cleaning, yet still gentle enough for frequent use on AWLGRIP and AWLCRAFT 2000. AWLWASH has been extensively tested in AWLGRIP’s laboratories and in the harsh yacht environment.

Wash Down Concentrate -73234

AWLGRIP developed AWLCARE for customers who want to protect their painted finish and need the additional cleaning power of a hand applied product. AWLCARE will help temporarily seal and restore shine to painted surfaces that have become porous due to age or mistreatment. Once a painted surface becomes porous it allows dirt to collect on the surface making the normal washing process more difficult. Regular applications of AWLCARE will help seal the porosity, helping to maintain a satisfactoryappearance until there is time to repaint. • AWLCARE contains no harsh abrasives and will not scratch the painted surface. • AWLCARE leaves a non-yellowing, protective polymer coating which lasts through multiple washings.• AWLCARE removes mild stains such as water spots and diesel soot and with regular applications, increases resistance to

attack from acid rain and other environmental pollutants.

Protective Polymer Sealer - 73240

• AWLWASH does not contain alkalies, acids, or abrasives, and is free rinsing, which decreases drying time.• AWLWASH is 100% biodegradable and comes in a refillable, “Tip ‘N Measure” container, which makes it easy to get the

proper mix ratio: One ounce of AWLWASH per gallon of water.

For Professional Use Only

BBEEYYOONNDD JJUUSSTT GGOOOODD LLOOOOKKIINNGGAwlgrip manufactures two different topcoats tomeet the needs of a dynamic market. TheAwlgrip topcoat uses a polyester urethaneresin, whilst Awlcraft 2000 uses an acrylicresin. The difference is molecular size.

Polyester molecules are much smaller thanacrylic molecules. A given volume of polyester resin contains many more molecules than the same volume of acrylicresin. Thus the polyester has more reactionsites than the acrylic. When both are fullycrosslinked, the polyester forms a tighter,tougher film. The more dense crosslinking provides a harder, more abrasion resistantfilm, with better chemical resistance than theacrylic film.

High crosslink density yields better chemicaland abrasion resistance. It also yields a rigidfilm. In today’s marketplace there is a need for both acrylic and polyester urethane technology. Both resins will resist staining and provide long lasting gloss. Application characteristics, chemical and stainresistance, repairability, and cure times allneed to be considered when choosing a urethane.

HHOOWW TTHHEEYY WWOORRKKCrosslinked, two component polyurethanes dry when the solvent evaporates. Then theycure as the components react to form the urethane molecule. The more crosslinks, themore durable the final finish. But keep inmind, a longer cure time is needed for thecoatings to reach this durable, final finish.

Coatings with a relatively long cure time allow the pigments to migrate toward the substrate. A resin-rich wear layer forms, much like the clear urethane film on a “no wax” floor.

This resin-rich layer provides long term protection for the pigment particles, improvescolor and gloss retention, and provides thedeep gloss associated with high quality urethanes.

TTHHEERREE’’SS AA SSYYSSTTEEMMAATTIICC AAPPPPRROOAACCHHBe cautioned however! Choose the topcoatyou require for your project first, then investigate the primer system to support thetopcoat performance. AWLGRIP offers a complete line of chemically compatibleprimers, fairing compounds and surfacers to support its topcoats.

Do not mix any components, other than those manufactured by AWLGRIP, into theAWLGRIP system.

AWLGRIP provides detailed instructions forcare and maintenance of topcoats, includingmild but effective products such asAWLWASH and AWLCARE to selp maintain the high gloss urethane topcoats.

This in fact is the AWLGRIP coating advantage –performance delivered through a complete coating system.

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For Professional Use Only

SYSTEMS ABOVE THE WATERLINE

Clean, sand, grind or blast (as necessary).

Apply Hullgard Epoxy Primer

Apply ULTRA BUILD depending on surface condition.

Apply AWL®FAIR L.W., AWLFAIR L.W.T.

Apply AWLGRIP® Topcoat

Apply 545 Epoxy Primer for Spray Application Apply AWL-QUIK for Brush Application

Topcoats

Finish Primers

Epoxy Surfacers

Epoxy Fairing Compound

Substrate Sealer / Surfacer

Prepare Substrate

Details for application, preparation, and mixing of the above steps can be found in the Awlgrip Application Guide or on the website: www.awlgrip.com

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Clean, sand, grind or blast (as necessary).

Apply Hullgard Epoxy PrimerApply 30-Y-94™, followed by High Build

Apply 545 Epoxy Primer for Spray Application Apply AWL-QUIK for Brush ApplicationFinish Primers

Substrate Sealer

Prepare Substrate

Details for application, preparation, and mixing of the above steps can be found in the Awlgrip Application Guide or on the website: www.awlgrip.com

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FIBERGLASS, GELCOAT, COMPOSITE, & WOOD

ALUMINUM & STEEL

Awlgrip®, Awl® and all products mentioned in this brochure are trademarks of, or licensed to, Akzo Nobel. © Akzo Nobel 2006Awlgrip® North America: 1 East Water Street Waukegan Illinois 60085 TEL: 847.599.6212 FAX: 847.599.6209

All representations and statements concerning the product(s) in this brochure are accurate to the best of our knowledge. Statements made in this brochure are advisory only and are notintended to be specific recommendations or warranties of any product, combination of products or fitness for any particular purpose. To the extent permitted by law, we do not accept anyliability to any person for any loss or damage (direct or indirect) that may arise from any use of or reliance on any of the methods or information contained in the brochure for any purpose.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, all products supplied and technical advice or recommendations given are advisory only and subject to the Conditions of Sale of our supplying company.Any warranties, if given, are contained in those standard Conditions of Sale and are the only ones made with respect to any products we sell to you or advice or recommendations we give to you.

Apply High Build Primer

and/or Sprayable Fairing Compound

Apply High Build depending on surface condition. or

or

Apply AWLCRAFT® 2000 Topcoator

or

Apply AWL®FAIR L.W., AWLFAIR L.W.T. Epoxy Fairing Compound and/or Sprayable Fairing Compound

Apply ULTRA BUILD depending on surface condition.Epoxy Surfacers Apply High Build depending on surface condition. or

Apply AWLGRIP® TopcoatTopcoats Apply AWLCRAFT® 2000 Topcoator

or

For Professional Use Only

Apply AWL®SPAR Classic Spar Varnish

Apply AWL®SPAR Classic Spar Varnish

SYSTEMS ABOVE THE WATERLINE

Clean and Sand.

Finish

Sealer

Prepare Substrate

EXTERIOR WOOD - THE ULTIMATE BRIGHTWORK SYSTEM

Clean and Sand.

Sealer and Finish

Prepare Substrate

EXTERIOR WOOD - TRADITIONAL VARNISH SYSTEM

ULTIMATE BRIGHTWORK SYSTEM - EXTERIOR WOOD

Apply AWL®BRITE Clear Urethane

This system combines the color highlights of

AWLSPAR varnishes to provide a traditional

look, with the durability of AWLBRITE Clear.

The ULTIMATE BRIGHTWORK SYSTEM can

be applied in seven to ten days. AWLGRIP

recommends the Ultimate Brightwork System

where the longest lasting, most durable

system is desired. The Awlbrite wood system

has been shown to last up to twice as long

as ordinary yacht systems along the Florida

coast line.

Apply AWL®SPAR HS.

Apply AWL®BRITE Semi-Gloss

Apply AWL®SPAR HS.or

or

and/or

or

For Professional Use Only

Apply AWL®BRITE Quik-Fil Clear

SYSTEMS ABOVE THE WATERLINE

Clean and Sand.

Sealer

Tinted Sealer (Optional)

Prepare Substrate

WOOD INTERIORS - ULTIMATE INTERIOR SYSTEM

Finish

Clean and Sand

Apply AWL®BRITE Quik-Fil Clear

Apply AWL®BRITE Amber Sealer (Optional)

Sealer (Optional)

Tinted Sealer (Optional)

Prepare Substrate

WOOD INTERIORS - TRADITIONAL VARNISH

Finish

INTERIOR SOLUTIONS - Product Information

AWL®BRITE Quik-Fil Clear (J3901/J3902)

3 Superior film build and adhesion

3 Fast drying

3 Optimized for speed and work cycle efficiency

• Awlbrite Quik-Fil Clear is a clear wood sealer and build coat in one. It’s the ideal product for priming the wood for subsequent application of varnish or urethanes.

• Awlbrite Quik-Fil Clear boasts excellent grain filling properties and the

3 Interior Use Only

3 Build coat for bare or tinted wood

Apply AWL®SPAR Classic Spar Varnish

speed of cure makes it ideal for builders and yards where a fast project turnaround is required.

• Awlbrite Quik-Fil Clear can be sanded in just 3hrs at 75oF/25oC and is touch dry after 30 minutes.

• Awlbrite Quik-Fil Clear should be applied on bare or tinted wood and can be overcoated by Awlbrite Clear Gloss, Semi-Gloss, Awlgrip, Awlcraft 2000 topcoat or varnishes such as Awlspar High Solids varnish.

Apply AWL®BRITE Amber Sealer (Optional)

Apply AWL®BRITEClear

Apply AWL®SPAR HS.or

Apply AWL®BRITESemi Gloss

Apply AWL®SPAR

Apply AWL®SPAR H.S.oror

For Professional Use Only

Awlgard Interior Urethane is designed for use where a durable urethaneis required and the application of a solvent borne coating is impractical.Typical applications include engine rooms, lazarettes, lockers, cabinetinteriors and bulkheads. This two component urethane has excellentsolvent resistance to denatured alcohol and acetone, as well as dieselfuel and anti-freeze.

The water reducible technology provides a product with low odor and aflash point greater than 200°F/93°C. Painters rave about the desirable

application characteristics includingquick tack times, extended pot life,and superior flow and levelling.Awlgard Interior Urethane hasexcellent gloss retention, heatresistance to 180°F/82°C, shelfstability and superior hidingcharacteristics.

Standard colors of Awlgard include Matterhorn White (W8201), Cloud White (W8202) and SnowWhite (W8203). All colors can be applied by spray, brush or roller. Mix ratio is 3 parts color base to 1part converter (W3201) to 1 part reducer (T0149). All three components are sold as a five-quart kit.

FIBERGLASS INTERIORS

Interior Urethane Topcoat

aAwlspar Classic Spar Varnish (M3131) and Awlspar H.S.Marine Varnish (M3146)

3 For Interior and Exterior Wood

• Awlspar Classic Spar varnish is a traditional phenolic tung oil varnish modified with state of the art UV inhibitors and absorbers. The rich amber coating is simple to apply by brush and provides a smooth finish. It is the perfect product for the traditionalist wanting superior durability from an easy to apply fast recoat formula.

• Awlspar HS is a higher solids version of the Awlspar Classic Spar Varnish. As well as a higher solids content it has less solvent VOC emissions (2.85lbs/gl or 285g/lt) and improved film build with superior gloss.

• Awlspar HS and Awlspar Classic Spar Varnish can be overcoated with Awlbrite Clear in as little as 7 days.

Urethanes

The Awlbrite urethane is a three component system available in Clear gloss (J3005), Semi-Gloss (J3630) and Amber (J3678). TheAwlbrite range provides the ultimate durability and protects the wood from glass stains, detergents and general wear and tear eludedto foot traffic. Apply over Awlspar, Awlspar H.S., Awlbrite Amber Sealer or Quik-Fil.

Awlbrite Clear (J3005) is a buffable, high build, three component clearurethane with excellent flow characteristics that provide a tough, longlasting, high gloss finish.

Awlbrite Semi-Gloss (J3630) provides a low sheen finish for interiorsurfaces where a durable fast drying finish is required.

Awlbrite Amber Sealer (J3678) allows applicators to apply a tinted productdirectly onto the wood surface to give a rich, uniform color when used with agloss or semi-gloss product. Optimized for spray application only.

For Professional Use Only

• Tin-free, ablative, co-polymer.

• Multi-season performance.

• Wet sands for racing bottoms.

• Unique cleaning mechanism preventspermanent attachment of slime and all othertypes of fouling organisms.

• Recommended for use where extended drydocking intervals are required.

• Recommended for use on fiberglass, wood,and steel.

• Do not use on aluminum.

AWL®STAR GOLD LABEL is a tin–free ablative co-polymer type antifouling designed to provide multi-season protection from fouling when applied according to specification. An ablative antifoulingperforms by the movement of the hull through the water, gradually wearing away the coating. As a resulta fresh, fully potent layer of antifouling is always exposed to the water.

AWL®STAR is designed to be applied over HULLGARD® Epoxy Primer. HULLGARD Epoxy Primer protectsthe hull against attack from water while providing an ideal surface for which to apply the AWLSTAR GOLDLABEL.

Gold Label Antifouling

Charcoal BlackBP201

Medium GreenBP401

Light BlueBP501

RedBP701

PLEASE NOTE: Color chips may vary from actualproduct due to printing process.

Deep BlueBP502

Hullgard Epoxy PrimerHullgard Epoxy Primer D6070/D3707 is a two-component build primer that below water serves to protectagainst corrosion and osmosis *

Hullgard Epoxy Primer is the ideal primer for subsequent application of Awlstar Gold Label Antifouling.

* When applied at the recommended film thickness.

Note: Hullgard Epoxy Primer is also highly suitable as a substrate primer above the waterline as it forms an excellent key for subsequent products such as Awlfair Fairing Compound and High Build Epoxy Primer.

PRO-CURE X-98 and X-138• Pro-Cure Accelerators are added to Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000

topcoats and are used to decrease the drying or tape (masking) times.

• Only small amounts of accelerator are added to the paint:

X-98 Fast Accelerator (73014): Add 1/2 liquid ounce (15ml) per 2 gallons of mixed topcoat color base and converter (equivalent to 2 capfuls)

X-138 Inhibited Accelerator (73015): Add 1 liquid ounce (30ml) per 2 gallons of mixed topcoat color base and converter (equivalent to 3 capfuls)

Flattening Agent

AWL®COAT TPC; TemporaryProtective Coating• Awl-Coat TPC is a single component, waterbased coating that dries

to form a tough, protective film. • Awl-Coat TPC is intended for areas where coated substrates

require temporary protection against incidental contamination and damage during transit, assembly and installation. It’s fast to apply and it’s fast to remove!

• Awlgrip recommends the use of Awl-Coat TPCover Awlgrip Topcoat and Awlcraft 2000.

• Awl-Coat TPC sprays on to form a film that dries up to 5 mils (125 microns) thick with a single application (when airless sprayed).

• When the protective film is no longer required, it will peel off easily and completely at a wide range of temperatures.

• Griptex is a white, round polymer bead that can be added to any Awlgrip or Awlcraft 2000 topcoat color to provide a non-skid texture for deck and step areas.

• Griptex can be applied by one of two methods: by sprinkling Griptex onto still tacky application of topcoat, or by adding it to the topcoat to then be spray applied.

• The Griptex range is available in fine (73012), coarse (73013) and extra coarse (73237). These grits can also be mixed together to create a custom, non-skid texture that fits your individual needs.

• Flattening Agent can be used to reduce the gloss of Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 topcoats to a flat or semi-gloss finish. For added flexibility you can also create your own custom gloss level by adjusting thequantity of product to the topcoat.

For Professional Use Only

PRODUCT CHECKLIST

AWL-PREP® Surface Cleaner.....................................................T0008AWL-PREP® PLUS Wax & Grease Remover.................................T0115AWL-PREP® 400 Slow Evaporating Wipe Down Solvent ..............T0170

CLEANING

AWLGRIP® SprayBase .................................(Selected from Color Card - G or H Code #)Converter ..........................................................AWL®CAT #2 (G3010)Reducer.......................................T0001 or T0002 or T0003 or T0005AWLGRIP® BrushBase .................................(Selected from Color Card - G or H Code #)Converter ..........................................................AWL®CAT #3 (H3002)Reducer ..................................................................................T0031AWLCRAFT® 2000 SprayBase .........................................(Selected from Color Card - F Code #)Converter ..........................................................AWL®CAT #2 (G3010)Reducer.......................................T0001 or T0002 or T0003 or T0005

TOPCOATS

AWL®BRITE Clear UrethaneBase ......................................................................................J3005Amber Sealer ...........................................................................J3678Semi-Gloss ..............................................................................J3630Converter.................................................................................J3006Activator ...........................................A0001, A0003, A0006, A00031

AWL®BRITE QUIK-FIL ClearBase ......................................................................................J3901Converter ................................................................................J3902Reducer ..........................................................T0001, T0003, T0031

AWL®SPAR Classic Spar VarnishBase......................................................................................M3131Reducer.......................................................................T0016, T0180

AWL®SPAR H.S. High Solids Marine VarnishBase......................................................................................M3146Reducer ..................................................................................T0180

BRIGHTWORK, VARNISH AND WOOD INTERIORS

TOPCOAT - INTERIOR

AWL®STAR Gold Label AntifoulingCharcoal Black............................................................................BP201Medium Green............................................................................BP401Light Blue ...................................................................................BP501Deep Blue ..................................................................................BP502Red............................................................................................BP701Reducer......................................................................................T0101

ANTIFOULING

AWL®WASH - Wash Down Concentrate......................................73234AWL®CARE - Protective Polymer Sealer .....................................73240

MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS

GRIPTEX® - Fine Grit Non-Skid Additive ......................................73012GRIPTEX® - Coarse Grit Non-Skid Additive ..................................73013GRIPTEX® - Extra Coarse Grit Non-Skid Additive ..........................73237Deluxe Premium Tack Rags ....................................................73009PRO-CURE X-98 Fast Accelerator ..............................................73014PRO-CURE X-138 Inhibited Accelerator ......................................73015Flattening Agent for Urethane Topcoats ....................................G3013CRATER-X Anti-cratering Solution..............................................M1017COLD CURE 545 Primer Accelerator .........................................M3066AWL-COAT TPC .......................................................................WP101

AUXILIARY PRODUCTS

Zinc Chromate Wash PrimerBase - Yellow .........................................................................G9072Converter ...............................................................................G301430-Y-94 Non-Sanding, Mil-Spec Anti-Corrosive Epoxy PrimerBase .....................................................................................S9001Converter ...............................................................................S3001545 Epoxy PrimerBase - Gray............................................................................D1001Base - White..........................................................................D8001Converter...............................................................................D3001AWL®QUIK Fast Recoat Spray or Brush Sanding SurfacerBase - Pale Yellow ..................................................................D8003Converter...............................................................................D9001QUIK-GRIP Fast Dry Non-Sanding PrimerBase - White..........................................................................D8016Converter...............................................................................D3040HULLGARD Epoxy PrimerBase .....................................................................................D6070Converter...............................................................................D3707

PRIMERS – SEALERS

AWL®FAIR L.W. Epoxy Trowelable Fairing CompoundBase - White..............................................................................D8020Converter - Red..........................................................................D7007Converter - Red Fast...................................................................D7010AWLFAIR L.W.T. Epoxy Trowelable Fairing CompoundBase - Gray................................................................................D1019Converter - Red..........................................................................D7007Converter - Red Fast...................................................................D7010Epoxy Sprayable Fairing CompoundBase - Tan .............................................................................D6001Converter ...............................................................................D3011ULTRA BUILD Epoxy PrimerBase -White ...........................................................................D8008Converter ...............................................................................D3018High Build Epoxy PrimerBase - Off White .....................................................................D8002Base - Yellow..........................................................................D9002Converter ...............................................................................D3002VOC Compliant Converter.........................................................D3044

FAIRING – SURFACING

ALUMIPREP® 33 .....................................................................73001ALODINE® 1201 .....................................................................73003

CORROSION INHIBITING SURFACE TREATMENT

Standard - Spray .....................................................................T0006Slow - Brush Only (545 Epoxy Primer & AWL-QUIK®)....................T0031 ULTRA-BUILD®..........................................................................T0073Fast Evaporative VOC Compliant Reducer ...................................T0163Medium Evaporative VOC Compliant Reducer .............................T0176AWLGRIP® & AWLCRAFT® 2000–TOPCOAT REDUCERSFast........................................................................................T0001Very Fast.................................................................................T0002Medium ..................................................................................T0003Slow-Hot Weather Retarder.......................................................T0005Brushing/Slow..........................................................................T0031

PRIMER REDUCERS

AWLGARD®

(Base color, convertor and reducer are sold as five quart kit.)

Matterhorn White ....................................................................W8201Cloud White............................................................................W8202Snow White............................................................................W8203Converter ...............................................................................W3201Reducer ..................................................................................T0149

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