Green Terrazzo System

TERRAZZCO Vapor Shield 601G

 

Vapor Shield 601G is a VOC free two-component epoxy resin based on renewable ingredients. It does not contain any ingredients on The Living Building Challenge (LBC) Red List. The Vapor Shield 601G epoxy system designed to seal concrete and reduce moisture vapor transmission through a slab having relative humidity levels between 75% and 95% as measured by ASTM F-2170.

Quick & Easy

Easy application for tight construction schedules

No Red List

Renewable ingredients that are Red List free

VOC Free

Sustainable impact with improved indoor air quality

Moisture Resistant

Protects terrazzo surfaces for years to come

Typical Uses of MVS 601G

Moisture Vapor Shield 601G is used to mitigate moisture vapor transmission through concrete slabs having greater than 75% relative humidity when tested according to ASTM F2170. Can be used in industrial, commercial, retail, institutional and healthcare facilities.

Advantages of Vapor Shield 601G

  • Retards moisture vapor transmission rate through concrete
  • Free from LBC Red List ingredients
  • Does not affect surface profile of treated concrete
  • Gives excellent bond to properly prepared concrete
  • Packaged and premeasured for easy mixing at worksites
  • Manufactured and supplied from the Southeast United States

Application & Technical Data

Working Data

Working (Pot) Life: 30 minutes

Re-Coat Time: 8-10 hours @ 75°F

Full Set Time: 12-24 Hours

Full Cure Time: 7 days

Mix Ratio

Pour TERRAZZCO Vapor Shield 601G Part A resin (3.5 gallons premeasured) with Part B hardener (1 gallon premeasured).

Coverage

MVS 601G yields approximately 300-400 square feet per mixed unit. Apply more material to areas showing greater penetration and soaking into the substrate.

Mixing Instructions

1. Premix TERRAZZCO® Vapor Shield MVS 601G resin part A using a low speed drill and jiffy blade for two minutes at medium speed.

 

2. Add TERRAZZCO® Vapor Shield MVS 601G hardener part B to TERRAZZCO® Vapor Shield MVS 601G part A. Resin and hardener are supplied packaged in pre-measured quantities so that the entire contents of hardener part B is poured into the container of resin part A and mixed. Mix using the drill and jiffy blade for two to three minutes at medium speed.

 

3. Pour the mixed material onto the working area and spread using a squeegee followed by a 1/4 in. nap roller to achieve a thickness of 16 mils, and double coated if needed (appromixately 300 – 400 sq. ft. per unit).

 Documentation & Product Details

Documents

Document Download
3-Part Guide Specification for Thin-Set Epoxy Terrazzo #096623 (PDF)
3-Part Guide Specification for Thin-Set Epoxy Terrazzo #096623 (MS Word Doc)
Product Data – Vapor Shield 601G
TERRAZZCO Architectural Binder
Care and Maintenance Guide
Sustainability Guide
NTMA Systems Guide
Products and Service Brochure
Samples Brochure

Packaging Details

TERRAZZCO Moisture Mitigation System 950 applying a thin film of product over a concrete floor

Packaging

TERRAZZCO® MVS 601G is packaged for convenient mixing at the worksite. Part A resin is premeasured in 3.5-gallon pail. Part B hardener is premeasured in a 1-gallon can.

Self Life:  Material has a one-year shelf life from the date of manufacture when stored at 55°F to 90°F and in its original container.

 

Storage Conditions: Materials should be stored in a temperature and humidity-controlled environment and out of direct sunlight. The part B hardener is susceptible to freezing. Keep resins and hardeners separated from each other until ready for use. Materials should be kept away from sources of ignition.

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