Tuff Coat Rubberized Non-Skid Marine Non Submersible Deck Coating - Gallon
Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating delivers superior protection and safety for marine surfaces. This high-performance polyurethane coating creates a durable, non-skid surface using recycled rubber crumb aggregate that can be applied by spray, brush, or roller. Perfect for boats, docks, and ramps, it covers 40-45 square feet per gallon and effectively waterproofs while resisting UV rays, chemicals, and impacts. The coating also reduces noise, making it especially valuable for aluminum boats and skiffs. Available in 17 colors, from classic whites and grays to vibrant blues and safety yellow, Tuff Coat requires proper surface preparation and priming for optimal results. This environmentally friendly, VOC-free formula dries quickly to a matte finish that's easy to clean and maintain. For best results, apply in temperatures between 40°F and 120°F, with two coats recommended for light traffic areas and three coats for heavy-use surfaces.
Features & Benefits:
- Coverage - 1 Gallon of Tuff Coat covers approximately 40-45 square feet
- Surfaces covered with Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating must be primed with Tuff Coat Primer (See note below)
- Helps to prevent slipping and injury
- Deadens and absorbs noise
- NOTE: due to the nature of the rubberized ‘crumbs’, the paint texture may vary when applied
- Non-toxic and environmentally friendly(no VOC's)
- Consists of recycled rubber crumb aggregate-non abrasive
- UV resistant pigments & stabilizers enhance protection
- Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating protects surfaces and decks against chemicals such as acids, solvents, fuels, chlorine, salts, etc.
- Resists impact
- Waterproofs wood decking
- Can be sprayed, brushed, or roller applied, easy for the beginner
- Dries to a quick, easy to clean finish
Colors Available
UT-112 Medium Blue, UT-110 Light Blue, UT-118 Waterpark Blue, UT-119 White, UT-109 Keywest Sand, UT-116 Sand, UT-117 Tan, UT-105 Dark Brown, UT-114 Olive, UT-108 Green, UT-107 Dark Green, UT-115 Red, UT-102 Brick Red, UT-111 Light Grey, UT-106 Dark Grey, UT-101 Black, UT-221 Safety Yellow
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Water-Based & Eco Friendly
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Recycled High-Grip Rubber Granules
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UV & Chemical Resistant
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Single Component - No Mixing
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Simple Do-it-Yourself Application
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Application Specs:
- Temp: 40°F min. - 120°F max. (air, surface, & material)
- Relative Humidity: 85% maximum
- Method:
- Roll – TUFF-Coat® Rollers
- Spray – Superior Hopper Gun or Texture Sprayer
- Finish: Matte finish
- Appearance: Textured colored liquid
- Recommended Spread Rate:
- Wet mils: 50-60
- Dry mils: 35-40
- Coverage: 40-45 Sq. Ft. in 2 coats
Drying Schedule (20 mils wet @50% RH, 72ºF)
- To touch: Approx. 1 hour
- To top coat: Approx. 1-2 hours
- To cure: Approx. 24hrs-5 days for a full chemical cure
- Application Method: Roller, Spray
- Application Temperature: 40°F or higher
- Coats: 2 – Light Traffic | 3 – Heavy Traffic
How to Apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating
Prior to applying Tuff Coat, stir thoroughly before applying and stir periodically to maintain aggregate in suspension. Dilute the product with clean water only. A dilution of 10% will reduce the solids within the product by the same amount. Avoid “cracking”: Do not allow Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating to pool and do not apply very thick coats.
Note: It is recommended that you perform a test patch to ensure adhesion before applying fully.
Surface Preparation
Concrete
- Must be fully cured.
- If a concrete surface has a porous texture, no further surface preparation is necessary.
- If the concrete surface is not porous, then acid etching, sanding, or shot blasting is necessary. Make sure to use a light acid etch and remove all remaining acid with soap, water, and a scrub brush.
- Concrete should be completely clean and dry.
- Patch all imperfections, cracks, etc. with concrete patch filler and flexible joint fillers.
- Do not use silicone products, as Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating will not adhere to silicone.
- Prime with CP-10 as per instructions on the label. Once the primer has properly cured, apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Painted Surfaces
- Aggressively roughen the surface by sanding with 36 or 40 grit sandpaper. The surface must be rough for proper adhesion.
- Clean the surface of all oils, grease, dirt, silicone, and other contaminants. Leave no residue.
- Inspect for any imperfections or delamination of previously painted surfaces.
- Prime with CP-10 then apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Asphalt
- Clean surface by pressure-washing.
- Ensure that the surface is completely dry before applying asphalt primer.
- Next, apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Steel and Aluminum
- All bare metal substrates should be appropriately primed after being treated for rust or removal of old paint.
- All smooth metal should be cleaned, and aggressively roughed by sanding with 36 or 40 grit sandpaper or by acid etch. Acid etch is recommended.
- Clean and dry surface.
- Prime with MP-10 then apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Rubber
- Sand with 36 or 40 grit sandpaper.
- Clean and dry surface.
- Prime with rubber primer then apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Plywood, Lumber, and Treated Lumber
- New lumber needs no sanding. Old lumber requires sanding with 36 or 40 grit sandpaper.
- Remove any peeling, cracking, or chipping paint, varnish, or sealer.
- Ensure that the surface is clean and dry before priming with CP-10.
- Finish by applying Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Fiberglass
- To ensure good adhesion, first sand the surface aggressively using 36 or 40 grit paper to ensure the removal of all gloss from the substrate.
- Ensure that the surface is free of waxes and other protective additives.
- Ensure that the surface is clean and dry before priming with CP-10.
- The final step will be to apply Tuff Coat Rubberized Deck Coating.
Application Methods:
Roller
- Use Ultra TUFF Texture Rollers. The roller must be capable of lifting the rubber crumb within the product to the surface.
- Pour product into the paint tray and be sure to completely saturate the roller.
- Apply the first coat as a thin coat. Resaturate roller after each pass. Make 4-5 consecutive passes in the same direction, with each pass right next to the other.
- When applying, roll in one direction first, then roll in the opposite direction.
- Once an area is covered, run the roller very lightly over it to ensure an even distribution of color and the rubber crumb.
Spray
- Use only the spray gun recommended or supplied by Tuff Coat. Superior brand “Spraying-Mantis” handheld Hopper gun, or equivalent.
- Spray water to prime.
- Holding the gun approximately 12-24 inches away from the surface, spray an even, light coat over the entire surface.
- Keep the spray gun at a 90 degree angle to the surface.
Information has been sourced from Ultra TUFF and Ultra TUFF Marine Water-Based Non-skid Polyurethane Coatings Application Instructions.
California Residents: 
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
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