DESCRIPTION:

Playpave Sporting Surface Systems provide a highly durable, all weather sporting surface with excellent abrasion resistance and uniform texture.
Manufactured from selected premium 100% acrylic resins, light stable oxide pigments and proven reinforcing powders assure maximum U.V. resistance to provide years of non-fade life.
The specialised resins used in the production of Playpave provide excellent scuff resistance in both wet and dry conditions.
The Playpave surface system for asphalt bases comprises two (2) applications of Filler Coat and at least one (1) application of Playpave Top Coat.
Ball bounce on Playpave is completely true and ball speed can be varied by the application technique of the qualified contractor.

ADVANTAGES:

Early water resistance. Dries rapidly. Excellent adhesion. Excellent scuff resistance (in wet and dry). Provides positive traction. Is easily cleaned. Remains flexible. Provides true ball bounce and controlled ball speed.

TYPICAL USES:

Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Outdoor Play Areas, Volleyball Courts, Multi-purpose Sport Courts.

SURFACE PREPARATION:

NEW ASPHALT SURFACES - A tight, uniform and even surface is required to avoid the need for additional applications of Filler Coat. New asphalt surfaces shall be allowed to cure for a minimum of 10 days before the application of the Playpave System. The surface finish shall be thoroughly cleaned to remove all loose dirt, dust, oil, grease, leaves and other debris. The surface shall be flooded with water to check for low areas. Minor depressions up to 3mm may be leveled using undiluted Filler Coat applied by steel trowel/squeegee or a combination of both. Deeper depressions and minor surface cracks shall be filled with Resurfacer blend. Refer technical data sheet on Resurfacer for further details.

PREVIOUSLY COATED ASPHALT SURFACES - Surface preparation requirements are similar to those stated above for new asphalt. The surface Shall be thoroughly cleaned and leveled. Existing cracks shall be cleaned and filled with Flexi-Fill. Existing line markings applied using an oil-based paint shall be removed.

APPLICATION:

Do not use Playpave when temperatures are either below 10°C or above 35°C, or when rain is imminent. Sound surfaces require the use of two (2) coats of Filler Coat and one (1) coat of Playpave Top Coat. Areas of excessive porosity should receive an additional coat of undiluted Filler Coat applied by squeegee or trowel. In general, unless a slower playing field for tennis is required, the first coat is to be applied in a perpendicular (length wise) direction to the playing net. The second coat is applied parallel with the playing net with the finish coat perpendicular (length wise). To create a slower playing field the reverse procedure is applicable.

BASE COATS - Dilute Filler Coat in the ratio of 4 parts filler coat to 1 part clean water. Stir the mixture thoroughly before an during the application procedure to provide a homogenous blend and avoid settlement. Pour the mixture in 'wind rows' over the surface and spread evenly with a wide flexible rubber squeegee, generally 600mm to 900mm in width. Level off with a second squeegee. Note: In situations where the asphalt base is unusually porous and additional filling is required, it may be necessary to apply additional coats of Filler Coat neat without dilution. Any subsequent squeegee lines must be rubbed smooth prior to the application of the final Filler Coat.

SECOND COAT (OR FINAL FILLER COAT) - Dilute Filler Coat in the ratio of 3 parts to 1 part of clean water and repeat as for the first coat

TOP COAT - It is important that all ridges are leveled off prior to the application of the finish coat and that the finish coat is true with an even texture. Dilute Playpave in the ratio of 3 parts Playpave to 1 part clean water. Pour the mixture in 'wind rows' over the surface and spread evenly with a wide flexible rubber squeegee, level off with a wide firm bristle broom before coating starts to dry. Apply a minimum of 1 coat, length wise of the court. Should a smoother finish be required, the top coat may be finished by squeegee alone, however the dilution should be changed to 4 parts Playpave to 1 part clean water.

COVERAGE: (BASED ON UNDILUTED MATERIAL)

Coverage will depend upon the texture of the base surface to which the Playpave Filler Coat is applied.

DRYING TIMES:

In general the first filler coat application will take longer to dry because of the extra thickness of the product due to voids.
Allow approx. 1-1.5 hours at 25ºC. Additional coats average 0.5 - 1 hour at 25ºC.
Allow a minimum of 1 hour, depending on temperature, between coats.
There is no maximum drying time limit between re-coats.
Playing time is generally 24 hours after completion, dependant on good drying conditions.
Full hardness and abrasion resistance will take 4 -5 days under good drying conditions.

LINE MARKING:

Apply A.P. Line Marking Paint by brush, roller or spray. Colours available are white, yellow, red, blue, black and orange. Apply in two (2) coats by brush or roller or one (1) coat by an appropriate spraying unit to achieve a total coverage of approximately 70 lineal metres per litre for 50mm wide lines.

COLOUR RANGE:

Playpave is available in nine (9) standard weather resistant colours. Special colours are available on request. Deep Green, Forest Green, Light Sage, Terracotta, Light Terracotta, Mid Tan, Mid Blue, Blue Grey, Fawn.

PRECAUTION:

Store in a cool place, never in the hot sun, keep material from freezing. Clean all equipment with water, immediately after use. Do not allow Playpave to drip on adjacent surfaces. Immediately remove drips with water as dried product is difficult to remove and will create a blemish on the finished surface.

LIMITATIONS:

Although Playpave has excellent early water resistance, do not apply when rain is imminent or temperatures are below 10°C or above 35°C. 

The information presented in this data sheet does not imply any warranty. Further, the maker reserves the right to alter the product, the specification and/or the application techniques as described herein without prior notice, in line with his policy of technological advancement and product improvement. Whilst any information and/or specification contained herein is to the best of our knowledge, true and accurate, no warranty is given or implied in connection with any recommendations or suggestions made by us or our Representatives, Agents or Distributors as conditions of use and any labour involved are beyond our control.