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Independent Test Results of SILACOTE Primer/Paint System

ASTM E1354 - Ignitability and Heat/Smoke Evolution.

Result: Did not ignite during required test exposure.

ASTM E84 - Flame Spread and Smoke - Tested on 1/4" Cement Board Substrate

Result: Flame Spread Index: 5 - Smoke Developed Index: 0. Meets NFPA 101: Class A [Class 1] 25 or under flame spread rating.

ASTM E84 - Flame Spread and Smoke - Tested on Gypsum Board Substrate

Result: Flame Spread Index: 10 - Smoke Developed Index: 0. Meets NFPA 101: Class A [Class 1] 25 or under flame spread rating.

Note: NFPA is the National Fire Protection Association, under their Life Safety Code a Class A rating equates to a Class 1 rating in other codes such as BOCA and UBC.

ASTM G53 [UVB] (New ASTM G154) - 4000 Hour Accelerated Weathering

Result: No discoloration on exposed surface after 4000 hours. There was no visual cracking, melting, spotting, etc.

DIN 18-363 [German Standard] - Testing of Inorganic Composition

Result: Inorganic composition not less than 95%.

Product Guarantee

Provided the product is applied by an approved applicator, the SILACOTE paint and primer system is guaranteed for a period of up to 10 years for approved application use on suitable compatible substrates. Request CSI specifications for full guarantee and application data.

Quality Assurance

Base materials are manufactured in Riga, Latvia by Vivacolor. Meets or exceeds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards under EC Directive 88/379/EEC.

Environmentally Safe

No deleterious effect on the environment from manufacture through application. SILACOTE has been added to GreenSpec 4th Edition .

Shelf Life

SILACOTE Paint may be stored for one year from date of purchase. SILACOTE Primer may be stored for two years from date of purchase.