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Anchoring Cement |
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Does E-Z Patch 8 set (firm) up quickly? |
Yes, depending on the
temperature and humidity. |
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Does E-Z Patch 8 expand when setting up? |
Yes |
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Can you apply textured
cement topping or paint over E-Z Patch 8? |
Yes |
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Can I use E-Z Patch 8 with masonry dye? |
Adding masonry dye to the dry
mix will not alter it's properties. It's best to start with a small
test mix and add a small amount of water to it, to
determine how much dye you will need. Remember to also wet the surface
you are trying to match so that you are matching “wet to wet” to
determine color. |
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Cantilever Edge Repairs |
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Will E-Z Patch 6 work if applied at a severe
angle or upside down? |
Yes. It is formulated to
help prevent sagging and drooping when applied properly. |
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How thick can E-Z Patch 6 be applied? |
1 ½ “ is the recommended maximum for a
single layer. It may be applied up to 3” thick, by applying 2 or more
layers. Be sure to allow a few minutes setting time between layers. |
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Is it better to apply a thin layer of E-Z
Patch 6, rubbing it onto the surface prior to applying thicker layers? |
Yes, this will ensure a better bond
(adhesion). |
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Can E-Z Patch 6 be tinted? |
Yes. Adding masonry dye to the dry
mix will not alter it's properties. It's best to start with a small
test mix and add a small amount of water to it, to
determine how much dye you will need. Remember to also wet the surface
you are trying to match so that you are matching “wet to wet” to
determine color. |
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Concrete Repairs |
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What colors does E-Z Patch 6 come in? |
It is currently offered in a grey color. |
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Coping Stone Repairs |
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Does E-Z Patch 5 come in colors? |
It only comes in white but
it can be colored with any masonry dye. Adding masonry dye to the dry
mix will not alter it's properties. It's best to start with a small
test mix and add a small amount of water to it, to
determine how much dye you will need. Remember to also wet the surface
you are trying to match so that you are matching “wet to wet” to
determine color. |
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Can E-Z Patch 5 also be used to replace a
large piece of Coping Stone that is missing? |
Yes. Our formula works
great for large and small repairs. You could actually
use it to re-create an entire coping stone, if needed. |
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Expansion Joint Foam Strip
Installations - Prior to
Rubber Joint Sealants |
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Why use foam strips between
existing concrete, (brick, etc.) and new concrete prior to installing
new concrete? |
It is
always advisable to install a foam cushion between these surfaces to
help prevent damaging pressure at these edges, caused by ground movement.
It is also a good idea to install a good rubber expansion joint sealant
(E-Z Joint Seal 23) to seal the top of the expansion joint so water
will not penetrate the joint and get under the concrete causing more
ground movement problems. the rubber expansion joint also looks better
and prevents leaves, insects, etc. from getting into the joint. |
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Expansion Joint Replacement |
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I had my expansion joints
replaced using a product other than E-Z Joint Seal 23 (E-Z Patch 23)
and the rubber got hard and split allowing water to penetrate and looked
bad after 3 years. Unfortunately I now have to replace the expansion
joint rubber again! How long would your product last? |
Our expansion joint rubber
has a 50 year life expectancy and is UV stable (the sun's ultra violet
rays do not affect it). it stays flexible and does not dry out and
become stiff or hard like the other products.
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When do I need to replace my expansion
joints with rubber as opposed to “re-capping” them with a U shaped
plastic expansion joint? |
You can use a plastic
“re-cap” if your existing plastic expansion joints are only cracked with
small breaks or holes in them. If any of your plastic expansion joints
are deteriorated more than that, you will have to replace them with
rubber. |
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I have problems with leaves, etc. getting
into my expansion joints. They are hard to keep cleaned out. I also have
concerns about water going into the joints and causing accelerated
ground movement problems. Do you have a product that will solve this
problem? |
Yes, we have E-Z Joint
Seal in 23 self leveling and also E-Z Joint Seal 25 in non-self
leveling, that is ideal for vertical surfaces and steps. Both are available in 6 colors.
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Can I apply colored sand to your E-Z Joint
Seal Expansion Joint Rubber when I install it to better match the rock
next to it? |
Yes. You can apply sand to
our rubber if you apply it before the surface “skins over” (before the
surface is no longer sticky.
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Flexible Crack Repairs |
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How is E-Z Patch 24 “Elastic Crack Preventer”
applied? |
It is a rubber liquid that
is applied over the already repaired crack using a paint brush. 2 coats
are recommended. |
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What surfaces can be applied over E-Z Patch
24? |
You can apply any paint or cement deck
texturing, plaster, etc. over it. |
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Does E-Z Patch 24 really make a difference
in eliminating crack problems? |
Since it's introduction, in our swimming pool renovation dept., we
have noticed a 75% reduction in crack warranty problems. |
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E-Z Patch,
not just for swimming pools. |
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Glazed Ceramic Tile Repairs |
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I have a few chips and cracks in my Ceramic
Tile. I can no longer obtain any more tiles that will match them.
Replacing them all is much to costly . Will E-Z Patch 15 solve my
problem? |
Yes. It is designed and formulated
specifically for this type of repair. Proper application will improve
the appearance and save expense. |
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How do I find out what color of E-Z Patch 15
will match my tiles? |
Over 100 pre-mixed colors are available.
The color chart/ordering page is a
good place to start. |
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How long does it take E-Z Patch 15 to dry? |
It usually takes 1 hour to dry enough to be
able to take a shower, wipe the counter top or to be walked on. |
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Pebble Plaster Repairs |
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What does “above water repairs” mean
exactly? |
It only means that the repair must be done
after the pool water is lowered below the area to be repaired. Water may
be refilled the next day. It does not mean that after the
repair is done that water can never be constantly on the surface (as in
the case of repairs done to the inside of a pool). |
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Do repairs using E-Z Patch 9 last long? |
All of our cement repair kits, including E-Z
Patch 9, are made with the finest ingredients. they also have polymers
and pozzalans added. |
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Plaster Repairs |
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Can E-Z Patch 1 and E-Z Patch 1 F.S. be
color matched to my existing surface? |
Yes. Adding masonry dye to the dry mix will
not alter it's properties. It's best to start with a small test mix and
add a small amount of water to it, to determine how much dye you will
need. Remember to also wet the surface you are trying to match so that
you are matching “wet to wet” to determine color. |
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What product should I use to do a underwater
plaster repair? |
E-Z Patch 1 F.S. Is formulated for being
applied underwater. |
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Can E-Z Patch 1 F.S. be applied above water? |
Yes. E-Z Patch 1 F.S. is a fast setting
plaster repair commonly used by people that want to spend less time
repairing pool plaster. |
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I need to repair my pool plaster and then
paint it. What product should I use? |
E-Z Patch 1 F.S. is designed for this. E-Z
Patch 1 is not. |
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I am new at repairing pools. What product
should I use to repair my white pool plaster? E-Z Patch 1 or E-Z Patch 1
F.S. (Fast Set)? |
We suggest using E-Z Patch 1
for repairing pool plaster after you have lowered the water because it
will not rush you. However if you are going to do the repair underwater
or if you are going to paint the pool plaster after you repair it, I
suggest using E-Z Patch 1 F.S. Check out our
Video Training Library and you won't be
novice for long. |
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I like using E-Z Patch 1 F.S. but sometimes
in the high heat of the summer it sets-up more quickly than I would
like. Is there some way to get it to have a slower set time when needed? |
Yes. You can add up to 25% of the dry mix
(not the enclosed acrylic bonder) from the E-Z Patch1 to the E-Z Patch 1 F.S. to make it set-up slower. |
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Pooldeck Coatings |
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What is different about your product E-Z Pooldeck
Coating compared to other deck coatings? |
Our coating (paint) for decks is the best
formula we have found in the nation for ease of application and
longevity, with 45% acrylic & 3% epoxy formula. It is a non-skid coating
that is barely visible and is not harsh on your feet. we have gone back
to inspect jobs even done 11 years before and found them to be perfect! |
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Pooldeck Repairs |
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E-Z Patch 2 be used to repair any type of Pooldeck texture surface? |
Yes. |
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How thick can E-Z Patch 2 be applied and can
it also be used to “float out” or level an area? |
It is designed to be applied approx. ¼”
thick without cracking but can be applied thicker if needed but it will
have some shrinkage cracks that will not affect the strength. |
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Quartz Plaster Repairs |
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Even with all your 14 colors available for
the E-Z Patch 10, on rare occasion I have run across a custom colored
plaster cement that someone has mixed up special for a customer. Can
your product be colored? |
Yes. Adding masonry dye to the dry
mix will not alter it's properties. It's best to start with a small
test mix and add a small amount of water to it, to
determine how much dye you will need. Remember to also wet the surface
you are trying to match so that you are matching “wet to wet” to
determine color. |
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Rebar Rust Repairs |
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Does your E-Z Patch 7 work underwater? |
Yes. If you wait until it starts to stiffen
(it is a fairly fast set mixture) and then immediately put it into a
plastic “baggie” and take it underwater to do the rust repair. |
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Does E-Z Patch 7 really save a lot of time
when making a rust problem repair? |
Yes. With our product, you do not have to cut
out the rusted rebar steel. Competitive
products that require cutting, means spending a lot of time cleaning-up
every metal particle from the saw cut. Any metal filing, even
tiny ones, created from saw cutting will turn into a rust spot on the
plaster if not removed. |
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Repairing tile floors are no
problem for E-Z Patch |
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Saltillo Type Mexican Tile Repairs |
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Saltillo Tiles are varied in color. How do I
match the colors when I do repairs to them? |
Usually you will need to purchase both E-Z
Patch 13 and E-Z Patch 14 to match your tile colors. You can mix both
colors together when needed to make the proper color match. |
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How large of a chip or crack can your
product repair? |
It will repair any size crack or chip. |
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After using you product, can I apply a
sealer and or wax over the repair? |
Yes, but you must wait for it to dry first. |
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Tile Grout Repairs |
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I want to repair a colored grout on my pool
using a flexible neutral cure silicone rubber grout but it is a grey
color. Do you have colors available? |
Yes. You can use our E-Z PATCH (E-Z JOINT
SEAL) 25 to grout with. They are available in white, tan, light grey,
dark grey, redwood and black colors. |
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I have a crack at the top grout joint of my
tiles. It is white in color. What is the best product to use for this
repair? |
E-Z Patch 22 In White Color, or E-Z Patch 20
in White Color is what we recommend for a flexible long
lasting repair. |
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Tile Repairs |
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What do I use to reset tiles that keep
coming off and some tiles keep cracking? |
We suggest using our flexible neutral cure
silicone rubber which is available in E-Z Patch 20 or E-Z Patch 22
with E-Z Patch 21 scrubber grout pads. |
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What product do I use to reset my pool tiles
with? |
You can use our cement products (E-Z Patch
3 to set with and E-Z Patch 4 to grout with) or you can use our
flexible neutral cure silicone rubber products (E-Z Patch 20 or E-Z Patch
22 with E-Z Patch 21 scrubber grout pads). |
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I need to do a tile and grout repair under
water because I cannot drain the water level down to do the repair. What
products do you have for this? |
You can use E-Z Patch 4 F.S. to set and
grout the tiles underwater. |
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I want to repair my tiles but I have colored
grout on my pool in a tan color. Do you have colors available? |
Yes. You can use our E-Z Patch 22 or E-Z
Patch 20 to set the tiles with, then you can use our E-Z Patch (E-Z
Joint Seal) 25 to grout with. They are available in white, tan, light
grey, dark grey, redwood and black colors. |
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I have a pool with a spa. I have problems
with the curved spa dam wall that is tiled. It has tiles along with 2”
of cement that has broken loose and is protruding out due to expansion
movement. What can I use to repair this problem? |
You will first have to remove the loose
cement and tiles. You can fit them back into
place (like a jigsaw puzzle) but you usually will have to trim off some
cement to get them to fit back into place (you can rent a 4” grinder
with a diamond blade to use to do this). After you get the pieces to fit
back into place, and all surfaces are clean, you can use E-Z Patch 20
or 22 to reset the pieces of tile and or cement back into place. After
that, you can use E-Z Patch 20 or 22 (if the grout color is white) or
E-Z Joint Seal (E-Z Patch) 25 (if you have a colored grout) to grout
with. E-Z Patch 20 comes with release liquid (liquid dishwashing soap)
and scrubber pads for grouting. If you use E-Z Patch 22 or 25 you will
have to purchase the scrubber pads for grouting separately by also
purchasing E-Z Patch 21. |
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Underwater Repairs |
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I need to do a underwater plaster repair
involving a rust problem that is bleeding thru. What do I use? |
This problem requires a combination of
products. First chip off all rust and remove it from
the pool so you do not get rust stains all over on your plaster. Next,
use E-Z Patch 7. Mix and wait until it starts to stiffen (it is a fairly
fast set mixture) and then immediately put it into a plastic “baggie”
and take it underwater to do the rust repair. Apply E-Z Patch 7 about
3/8” down so you can apply enough E-Z Patch 1 F.S. over it. Apply E-Z Patch 1 F.S. the same way over the E-Z Patch 7 and trowel smooth
(See our instructional videos). |
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What do I use to repair tiles underwater? |
You can use E-Z Patch 4 F.S. to set and
grout the tiles underwater. |
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Vinyl Liner Repairs |
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I have used other vinyl liner repair kits to
do repairs under-water but have had problems with residue from the
product gumming up my hair, burning my eyes and sometimes not sticking.
The patch just floated up to the surface! What is different about your
product? |
Our E-Z Patch28 has no residue to gum-up
your hair or burn your eyes. it also usually does not need to be used
with a patch. It always sticks and you have about 5 minutes time to use
it. You will only need a patch (we include clear vinyl patch in each kit,
just in case) if you have a repair that is wide and has a lot of water
traveling thru it or at a seam. E-Z Patch 28 does not need a patch used
for small cuts and holes. |
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What can I use for repairing my pool cover?
It has a cut in it. |
Use E-Z Patch 28. |
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I need to repair a leak at my pool light
where the wire/cord from the pool light goes thru a hole in the pool
light metal “container”. The pool light container is shaped like a “dome”.
What do I use? |
Use E-Z Patch 28. It works underwater or
above water and will seal the leak. |
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