DEKKORSCAPE
POLYMERIC SAND
For concrete paver & wetcast products joints up to 1″
SETTING TIME 1HR
SETS ABOVE 32°F (0°C)
- Residential use
- Traditional application
- Concrete pavers, wet cast products
- Sloping areas, pool surroundings, patios, walkways, driveways and more
- Advanced Haze Free Technology
- For Traditional application, rain safe 1 hour after water activation
- Can be used for joints up to a maximum of 1″ (2.5 cm)
- ASTM C-144 gradation of the polymeric sand allows use in even the tightest joints
- OSHA silica crystalline compliant (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153)
- Works above 32°F (0°C)
- Waterproof bags: Lay the bag flat on its back, so the front of the bag is facing you. Intact pallets can be stored outdoors
- 15-Year Limited Warranty
- Helps prevent weeds and damage caused by burrowing insects
- Helps prevent erosion due to wind, rain and freeze/thaw cycles
Maintenance of paved surface
When maintaining the paver surface, apply Dekkorscape Shampoo to clean the entire paved surface including the paver joints. Wash, rinse and remove any residue by using a hose and a watering gun set to shower with the normal maximum water pressure from any residential or commercial building (typically 80 psi/550 kPa).
Moss
Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand will not cause nor prevent moss, mold or mildew. Moss, mold and mildew are caused by certain on-site conditions including excess moisture, shade, absence of ventilation, inadequate cleaning or maintenance, presence of soil or other organic debris left on the product.
Clay Pavers
If used on clay pavers make sure they are 100% dry. Clay pavers tend to hold moisture, which can prematurely activate the Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand while the sand is being spread over the paver surface, leaving a residue. Always apply on a test area before using the Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand on clay pavers.
Quantity required depends on the shape and size of the concrete pavers as well as the width of the joints.
| Per 50 lb (22.7 kg) bag (Paver 2-3/8” (6 cm) in height) | NARROW JOINTS 1/8” to 3/8” (3-9 mm) | WIDE JOINTS 3/4” to 1” (19-25 mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Beige, Slate Grey | 65-85 sq. ft. (6-7.9 sq.m.) | 22-42 sq. ft. (2-3.88 sq. m.) |
All Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand can be stored outside
New waterproof bag, an advanced progressive solution for long-term storage of Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand products. Whether winter, spring, summer, or fall your polymeric sand and dust is protected.
| PRODUCTS | RETAIL SIZE | UNITS PER PALLET |
|---|---|---|
| Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand – Beige | 22.7 kg (50 lbs) | 56 |
| Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand – Slate Grey | 22.7 kg (50 lbs) | 56 |
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES
- Pavers and slabs must be installed according to ICPI Tech Spec #2 (www.icpi.org) before Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand installation. If pavers are installed over a concrete slab, (overlay application) Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand must be used.
- Traditional Base application, using Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand for pavers’ sides and top surfaces must be completely dry. Do not apply if the paver surface is damp or wet. The damp or wet surface will cause Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand to prematurely activate and will lead to the polymers sticking on the paver surface.
- Do not apply if the paver joints are damp or wet. This will prevent the Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand from properly sliding into the joints and obtaining very densely packed joints, which is critical to the products performance.
- Temperature must be above 32°F (0°C) with dry conditions (no rain for at least 1 hour) after installing Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand.
- For all paver surfaces, and particularly around in-ground pools there must be a slope of 1/8″ (3 mm) per linear foot away from the edge of the pool, or structures to ensure optimal performance of the Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand.
- For the pool coping units it is mandatory to use mortar in the joints. For the rest of the paver installation around the pool, you can use Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand.
- Do not sweep Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand over asphalt.
- Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand level, must be at least 1/8″ (3 mm) below top of paver’s surface or 1/8″ (3 mm) below the chamfer or erosion may occur. The filled and cured polymeric sand joints should never be in direct contact with foot traffic or tires.
- For textured or pre-finished surfaces, we recommend to remove all the sand from the paver or slab surface prior to using the plate or roller compactor.
PLEASE NOTE:
All pavers must be completely interlocked for vehicular and pedestrian use. If pavers are fanned they are not considered interlocked. Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand can be applied when pavers are installed directly on open graded aggregates that lock or choke themselves. This means the polymeric sand will not migrate through the voids. Do not apply Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand when the pavers are installed directly on aggregates with large voids.
REQUIRED SUB-SURFACE PREPARATION
Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand is recommended for a variety of uses including pool decks, patios, footpaths, driveways, parking spaces, pavements etc. The concrete pavers must be installed on a traditional base system composed of 2 layers. The upper layer can have a maximum of 1″ (2.5 cm) of bedding sand. The lower layer must have a minimum of 6″ (15 cm) of crushed stone compacted at 98 % Proctor density. (See diagram below)
Installation Instructions
(For a new paver surface)
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
Joints sand level, must be at least 1/8″ (3 mm) below top of paver’s surface or 1/8″ (3 mm) below the chamfer. It is best to compact in several directions to ensure there are no air gaps or voids in the joints. Repeat steps 1-3 to ensure joints are filled and consolidated. Narrow joints require more care to completely fill.
STEP 5
Sweep off excess Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand polymeric sand from the paved surface, first with a hard-bristle broom, then a soft bristle broom. Joints sand level, must be at least 1/8″ (3 mm) below top of paver’s surface or 1/8″ (3 mm) below the chamfer.
STEP 6
Use a leaf blower to remove all remaining Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand residue from the paver surface.
WATER ACTIVATION
- Work in manageable sections, ideally about 100 sq. ft. (10 sq. m.) at a time, depending on temperature.
- Do not allow Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand polymeric sand to wash out of joint.
- Never allow paved surface to dry out during the water activation phase.
- Watering must be started at the lowest point of the paved surface.
- Use a watering gun connected to a hose. Setting should be set to shower.
STEP 7
STEP 8
STEP 9
STEP 10
IMPORTANT
The water used in steps 7 to 9 will activate a bonding action as well as condensing Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand in the joints. It is important to water the Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand a total of 3 times, as per steps 7, 8 and 9. Too little water will not properly activate the Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand and will reduce the final performance. If steps 7 to 10 are not done properly, a white haze may appear on paver surface after installation. This is due to excess Dekkorscape Polymeric Sand residue left on paver surfaces. This haze will dissipate over time, or it could be removed by using Dekkorscape Efflorescence Cleaner.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(For a existing paver surface)
THE PARTIES AGREE THAT REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE AS STATED IS THE ONLY OBLIGATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. IN ALL EVENTS, THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OR COSTS (INCLUDING REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF SAND OR PAVERS) WHATSOEVER, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE MANUFACTURER EXCLUDES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE.
Dekkorscape excludes any responsibility for the presence of moss, mold, mildew, or similar factors that may occur on the product after its installation. Dekkorscape excludes any responsibility for use of POLYMERIC SAND with Clay Pavers or any installation not installed to manufacturer’s specifications and ICPI Tech Spec #2.
* ICPI Tech Spec #2 ( Construction of Interlocking Concrete Pavements)