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MARQUIS is a factory
blended mixture of polymer modified cement, quartz aggregates
and various admixes specifically designed as an exposed
aggregate coating for the interior of swimming pools.
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Ease of application |
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Slip resistant for safety |
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Custom colors available |
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Designer colors from Majestic White
to exotic blues |
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Durable for long term performance
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MARQUIS is packaged in
80 lb. bags and must be applied at a rate not to exceed
20- 25
square feet per bag. Coverage will vary depending
on the porosity of the substrate.
Patch, level or resurface as required to provide a
smooth substrate. Surface must be clean, cool, dry and
free of dirt, grease, paint, release agents, curing
agents, special surface hardeners, efflorescence or
other foreign matter that may prevent or inhibit proper
bonding.
NOTE: Only the experienced
applicator at poolside can make the decisions as to
what surface preparation may be required.
1) On previously plastered
pools it is necessary to grind around the tile,
lights, returns, etc., to allow for a smooth transition.
2) On previously painted
pools, the surface must be sandblasted to remove the
old paint completely.
3) Thoroughly wash the
surface with a TSP solution to remove body oils and
suntan lotions. Acid wash with a 50/50 solution of muriatic
acid and water, rinse with a neutralizing solution of
baking soda and water, then finally rinse with clean
water.
4) An application of
Surebond 80
is highly recommended on previously
plastered surfaces as a bond or scratch coat to provide
a uniform base for adhesion and even curing.
Measuring equal amounts of water and mixing for equal
amounts of time from batch to batch will ensure product
consistency from batch to batch. Boxing different batch
#'s will ensure final color uniformity. MARQUIS
will require approximately 2-2 ½ gallons of potable
water per bag. Start the mixing process by adding ?
of the total required water to the mixer. Add the appropriate
amount of MARQUIS and
then add the remaining ? of the required water. Mix
for approximately 5 minutes to bring the material to
a workable consistency. Allow the mix to set for 5 minutes,
then remix and add additional water if necessary to
achieve the desired workable consistency. Do not retemper
the mix after this.
MARQUIS is a complete
product and requires no other additives. To avoid any
complications, it is highly recommended that no calcium
chloride be used. If you choose to use calcium chloride,
it must be used with caution, as "more is not better".
It is always best to use 94 - 97% purity at a maximum
of 1/3 lb. per bag. If 77% purity is used, the maximum
is ½ lb. per bag. 77% purity contains 23% filler
material, which may include ingredients that could be
harmful to the finished product. Always pre-dissolve
calcium chloride and remove impurities by straining
through cheesecloth.
NOTE: At the maximum
addition rates, flash setting, trowel burning and other
difficulties in both placing and finishing may occur.
1) After MARQUIS
has been properly mixed, it may be trowel or spray applied
over a dampened substrate. The recommended thickness
is ?" - ½".
2) Several trowel passes
will be required to compact and level as MARQUIS
pool finish "stiffens". DO NOT hard trowel
the finish, as it is not necessary and will only create
more work during the finishing process.
3) MARQUIS
pool finishes are designed to be monolithic coatings.
Sufficient personnel should be employed to eliminate
cold joints. If the pool must be completed in phases,
pre-determined stopping points must be used, such as
tile lane markers, etc.
4) Once the surface of
the MARQUIS pool finish has set hard enough to allow
light foot traffic, remove the "cream" or
"fat" to expose the quartz aggregate by water
washing with a soft bristle broom or soft sponge and
water.
Note: The timing of the
water wash procedure can only be determined at the jobsite
taking into account the factors of heat, humidity and
substrate suction.
5) After the finish has
been water washed, the applicator may elect to clean
the "haze" off the quartz by washing with
a 50/50 solution of muriatic acid and water. The experienced
applicator will determine when an acid wash is needed.
6) It is acceptable to
wait until the following day to acid wash, but the finish
must be water washed the same day as application to
ensure adequate quartz exposure.
7) If the entire finishing
process is completed in one day, fill the pool immediately.
If you elect to leave the pool open until the next day
to complete and acid wash, fill the pool immediately
upon completion of the acid wash.
Clean all tools and equipment with water while still
wet. Cured material can be removed mechanically or chemically.
Turn inventory regularly and keep bagged product protected
from all forms of moisture, both direct and indirect,
to assure maximum product usage, uniformity and productivity.
(Available upon request)
The long-term performance of MARQUIS
will be directly proportional to the care taken during
the filling process, the first ninety days of pool maintenance
and consistent routine maintenance thereafter. Adjust
the chemicals to the following levels in the order as
recommended by PREMIX and NSPI:
a)
pH 7.4 - 7.6
b) Alkalinity 100 - 125
ppm
c) Calcium 250 - 400
ppm
d) Chlorine gradually
to 2 ppm
e) Total dissolved solids
<1000 ppm
f) Cyanuric acid <50
NOTE: During the start-up
phase keep the pool pump running 24 hours a day until
the water clears. The pool should be brushed twice a
day for the first week.
The effectiveness of this product depends upon its
proper application and the condition and preparation
of the surface to which it is applied.
MARQUIS should be applied
over surfaces prepared as previously described or over
a cement base that has cured for at least 24 hours.
PREMIX-MARBLETITE MFG. CO.
(hereinafter referred to as PREMIX)
warrants MARQUIS against
failure for five (5) years
from date of installation. In the event of failure,
PREMIX shall, upon verification provide MARQUIS material
to repair area of failure only.
NOTE: IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED
TO FIVE YEARS. THIS IS A LIMITED WARRANTY AS SET FORTH
HEREIN
1. This warranty excludes
damages due to defects in workmanship or physical abuse
of the pool.
2. Some loss of aggregate
is expected, especially in a new installation; this
is not to be considered a failure.
3. It is understood that
quartz aggregate stone and application techniques will
result in variations in tone and appearance. This variation
in pool shades is not to be considered a failure. MARQUIS
is not guaranteed with regard to color.
4. The contractor shall
have the right to repair the area of failure only. MARQUIS
material replacement is limited to this repair. It is
understood that some cosmetic variation will result.
5. PREMIX warrants the
MARQUIS material only
and is not responsible for labor to repair said material.
6. Subsequent costs as
to water replacement, chemicals, land and loss of use
of the pool are not covered.
7. This warranty shall
not include pools which have been abused physically
or through lack of proper chemical balancing, chlorine
applications or other chemical abuses.
8. Minor surface checking
and cracks are not covered by this warranty.
9. This warranty is not
valid unless the warranty request form is completed
in full and returned to PREMIX
within thirty (30) days
of installation of MARQUIS
material. WARRANTY MUST BE SENT BY CERTIFIED MAIL. Return
receipt must be retained by purchaser.
The information contained in this bulletin conforms
to the standard
detail recommendations and specifications for the installation
of the products manufactured by PREMIX-MARBLETITE
and is presented in good faith. PREMIX-MARBLETITE
assumes no liability, expressed or implied, as to the
architecture, engineering or workmanship of any project
1259 N.W. 21st STREET
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
(954) 917-7665
(800) 432-5097
FAX (954) 917-2775
PREMIX-MARBLETITE MFG. CO.
325 OLD SANFORD OVIEDO ROAD
WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708
(407) 327-0830
(800) 432-5539
FAX (407) 327-8942
AN III IMPERIAL INDUSTRIES COMPANY
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