Mapecoat TNS Color

Fine-Textured Acrylic Coating for Mapecoat TNS Sports Flooring Systems

Mapecoat TNS Color is a pigmented, water-based acrylic coating formulated with specially selected fillers. It is designed for use in multi-layer Mapecoat TNS sports flooring systems. The product can be used as a pore-filling layer for Mapecoat TNS RP PVC Mat or as a colored coating for the construction and renovation of sports surfaces according to the specified system.

The product is suitable for both indoor and outdoor sports flooring applications, such as basketball courts, volleyball courts, futsal courts, skating rinks, velodromes, and multipurpose sports surfaces. It is also suitable for renovating existing sports surfaces previously coated with synthetic resins, provided that the substrate condition and adhesion are checked before application.

Mapecoat TNS Color provides a fine-textured, colored finish that helps create a uniform surface suitable for sports activities. It offers good abrasion resistance, with technical data indicating wet abrasion resistance of more than 15,000 cycles and elongation at break of approximately 285% after 7 days of curing at +23°C.

Applications of Mapecoat TNS Color

Mapecoat TNS Color is suitable for sports flooring and recreational areas, such as:

• Used as a pore-filling layer beneath the Mapecoat TNS RP system

• Used as a colored coating for indoor and outdoor sports courts

• Basketball courts, volleyball courts, and futsal courts

• Skating rinks, velodromes, and multipurpose sports surfaces

• Construction of new sports surfaces using the Mapecoat TNS system

• Renovation of existing sports surfaces previously coated with synthetic resins

• Concrete or bituminous substrates that have been properly prepared according to the specified system

Key Features of Mapecoat TNS Color

• Fine-textured acrylic coating for Mapecoat TNS sports flooring systems

• Can be used as both a pore-filling layer and a colored coating

• Suitable for new sports surfaces and renovation of existing sports flooring

• Suitable for both interior and exterior applications

• Helps create a uniform colored surface suitable for multipurpose sports areas

• Good flexibility, with elongation at break of approximately 285%

• Wet abrasion resistance of more than 15,000 cycles

• Low capillary water absorption coefficient of approximately 0.03 kg/(m²·h⁰·⁵)

• Can be applied using a rubber squeegee, roller, or Air-HVLP spray equipment

• Tools can be cleaned with water while the product is still wet

Surface Preparation Recommendations

Before application, the substrate must be smooth, clean, dry, sound, and free from dust, oil, grease, wax, loose existing paint, or contaminants that may reduce product adhesion.

For concrete substrates, suitable mechanical surface preparation methods, such as shot blasting or diamond grinding, should be used to remove contaminants, weak cement paste, and unsound materials. The surface must then be thoroughly vacuum-cleaned before applying the system. If the concrete substrate has a residual moisture content not exceeding 3%, Mapecoat TNS Primer EPW should be used. If the residual moisture content is between 3% and 6%, Triblock P should be applied as a moisture barrier before application.

New asphalt or bituminous substrates should be allowed to cure for approximately 15–20 days, depending on weather conditions, to ensure proper oxidation before applying Mapecoat TNS Color.

Application Procedure Summary

Before application, stir Mapecoat TNS Color in its original container using a low-speed mixer to avoid entrapping air in the product. Then add water and continue mixing for at least 2 minutes until a uniform consistency is obtained. For a 20 kg pail, approximately 1–2 liters of water should be added.

The product can be applied using a rubber squeegee, a short-pile roller with approximately 5 mm pile length, or Air-HVLP spray equipment. The recommended number of coats is 1 coat when used as a pore-filling layer, 2 coats when used as a colored coating for new or existing sports surfaces, and 3 coats for bright or highly vivid colors, such as lime yellow, bright red, or orange, which may require additional coverage.

The typical drying time is approximately 12–24 hours at +23°C and 50% relative humidity. Lower temperatures, shaded areas, or high humidity may extend drying and recoating times.

Approximate Consumption

Based on the undiluted product:

• Porous Substrates, such as Mapecoat TNS RP: First coat approximately 0.8–1.0 kg/m²

• Non-Porous Substrates: First coat approximately 0.2–0.4 kg/m²

• Second Coat on Non-Porous Substrates: Approximately 0.2–0.3 kg/m²

Actual consumption may vary depending on substrate porosity, roughness, and on-site surface conditions.

Precautions

• Do not dilute with solvents

• Do not apply to dusty, deteriorated, or unsound substrates

• Do not apply to surfaces contaminated with oil, grease, or dirt

• Concrete substrates must be cured for at least 28 days and have a residual moisture content below 3%

• Do not use in areas subject to negative hydrostatic pressure

• Cementitious substrates must be primed before application

• Do not apply when rain is imminent or during strong winds

• Do not apply to wet or damp surfaces

• Substrate temperature should be between +10°C and +50°C

• Application temperature should be between +10°C and +35°C

Product Information Summary

• Product Type: Fine-textured, pigmented acrylic coating

• Appearance: Viscous liquid

• Solids Content: Approximately 68%

• Bulk Density: Approximately 1.4 g/cm³

• Wet Abrasion Resistance: More than 15,000 cycles

• Elongation at Break: Approximately 285%

• Tensile Strength After 7 Days at +23°C: 0.6 N/mm²

• Packaging: 20 kg plastic pail

• Storage: Shelf life of 24 months when stored in a dry place away from heat sources at temperatures between +5°C and +30°C. Protect from freezing.

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