MasterProtect® 300

Pigmented, elastomeric and protective waterproof and anti-carbonation coating for concrete and
concrete structures

DESCRIPTION PACKAGING
MasterProtect 300 is an elastomeric coating MasterProtect 300 is supplied in 20 litre pails
based on acrylic co-polymers. Applied as a liquid MasterProtect FL 100 - 25kg bags
it cures to form a durable, protective, waterproof MasterProtect FL 200 - 25kg bags
membrane. MasterKure 181S - 210 litre drums
It is a single component emulsion containing inert MasterKure 181 - 200 litre drums
pigments suitable for application by brush, airless MasterTile P 302 - 20 litre pails
spray or roller.
MasterProtect 300 prevents chloride ion ingress. TYPICAL PROPERTIES*
And exceeds all the requirements of a coating that
resists carbonation. Relative density 1.38 at 25°C
Solids content by volume 62%
PRIMARY USES Solids content by weight 73%
MasterProtect 300 is designed for the protection Reduction in chloride ion ingress 97%
of concrete structures against carbonation and @ 28 days
chloride laden water ingress (above grade). The Water vapour transmission 26gms/m²/24 hours
ASTM E96
product is also suitable as a seamless and
Chloride penetration after No penetration
elastomeric waterproofing coating for timber, fibre
2000hrs accelerated weathering
cement and zinc sheets, asphalt, built-up roofing AASHTO T259, T260
felt and tiles. Carbon dioxide diffusion after R (m) value at 400
Areas of application are: 2000 hrs accelerated weathering microns DFT greater
 Concrete repairs. than 200m
 Marine environments Chemical resistance Resistant to spillage
 Bridge and highway structures of gasoline, diesel,
sewage, weak acids
 Underpasses.
and alkalis
 Multi storey car parks. Colours Light Ivory, Grey,
 Commercial buildings. Dark Grey & White
 Industrial buildings. Other colours
 Waterproofing a variety of substrates. available upon
 Flat roofs and sloping roofs request
Appearance after 2000hrs No colour change,
accelerated weathering cracking, chalking or
ADVANTAGES blistering observed
 Elastomeric - capable of bridging cracks. Pull Off Strength ASTM D4541 >1N/mm²
 Easily applied by roller, brush or airless spray. Determination of chloride ion No chloride ion
 Provides barrier against salts and atmospheric diffusion diffusion after 6
months
gases.
Rapid Chloride permeability very low
 Waterproof - protects concrete from AASHTO T277
waterborne salts. Fire Testing BS 476 Part 6 & 7 Class 1
 U.V. stable - maintains its appearance. Determination of solar >85%
reflectance index

Note: Take all necessary precautions when potentially

faced with high application temperatures and humidity of
more than 80%, consult BASF Technical Services
department for further assistance.
MasterProtect® 300

APPLICATION PROCEDURE The treated surface should be left to cure until the
MasterProtect 300 can be applied by brush, roller deepest depressions are dry to the touch before
or airless spray equipment. For airless spray overcoating.
application dilute with 7% (1.4 litre/20 litre unit) by
volume of potable water. Use a tip size of 19-23 APPLICATION
thou. Apply in one or more coats ensuring a continuous
even film. The finish may be textured if desired.
SURFACE PREPARATION: CONCRETE
All concrete surfaces should be treated to achieve SURFACE PREPARATION: ROOF
a sound, clean surface free from laitance, oil, WATERPROOFING
grease, mould release agent, residual curing Surfaces to be treated should be clean and dust
compound, dust or other contaminants that could free. All traces of oil, grease, mould release agent
impair adhesion. and residual curing compounds should be
removed together with any other contaminant that
PRIMING could impair adhesion. Previous waterproofing
All external surfaces should be primed with treatments should be either completely removed
MasterKure 181S or MasterKure 181 applied at or repaired. Cracked, broken, slipped or missing
approximate rate of 5m²/litre, to eliminate tiles, sheets, slates or other forms of covering
excessive suction and promote adhesion. In must be replaced or refixed. Cracks in asphalt or
temperatures >25°C, application should be made built-up felt systems should be filled with mastic
a minimum of three hours before applying the and allowed to cure.
MasterProtect 300 coating. In cold, humid
conditions 24 hours is required to ensure full APPLICATION
solvent release. MasterProtect 300 is applied to the prepared
surface in two coats, the first being allowed to dry,
For internal surfaces such as car park walls, before the second is applied.
columns and soffits MasterTile P 302 may be
used as an alternative primer. Please go to the In hot dry climates, application will be assisted by
latest MasterTile P 302 datasheet for application dampening brushes.
rates and details.
Where the roof is in poor condition, or where
Coating the concrete at an early stage prevents substantial movement is expected in the roof
penetration of deleterious salts. structure, apply a sandwich system incorporating
reinforcing fabric.
FILLER / SCRAPE COAT
Surface depressions, blow holes, aggregate pop- In this application, the fabric is bedded into the wet
outs etc., may be rectified with: film of the first coat of MasterProtect 300 using a
charged brush. Ensure that full contact is
MasterProtect FL 100 - Used for application to achieved and there is no air entrapped. Apply a
external and internal surfaces if required. second coat of MasterProtect 300 when the first
MasterProtect FL 200 - Used for applications to has dried, at right angles to the first.
internal concrete / masonry surfaces ONLY.

The appropriate filler is tightly scraped onto the

primed and dry surface to be over-coated, paying
particular attention to ensure blemishes are filled.
Deeper aggregate pop-outs may require filling in
two layers.
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WEATHER CONDITIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MasterProtect 300 is not resistant to rain until the As with all chemical products, care should be
film has dried. This may take less than 30 minutes taken during use and storage to avoid contact with
in hot dry climates and up to 24 hours in eyes, mouth, skin and foodstuffs. Treat splashes
temperate humid conditions. Generally the to eyes and skin immediately. If accidentally
product should not be applied in rain or if rain is ingested, seek medical attention. Reseal
forecast. Similarly, MasterProtect 300 will freeze containers after use. Use in well ventilated areas
in its wet state so should not be applied to frozen and avoid inhalation.
substrates or when the temperature is below 5°C
or likely to fall during application. NOTE
Field service, where provided, does not constitute
COVERAGE supervisory responsibility. For additional
Approximately 0.64 litre/m² to achieve a DFT of information contact your local BASF
400 microns (applied in a minimum of two coats). representative.
Wet film thickness per coat ± 320 microns. This is
the recommended application thickness at which BASF reserves the right to have the true cause of
all physical properties have been tested. any difficulty determined by accepted test
methods.
Minimum coverage: 0.40 litre / m² to achieve a
single DFT of 250 microns. QUALITY AND CARE
All products originating from BASF’s Dubai, UAE
STORAGE facility are manufactured under a management
Store under cover out of direct sunlight and protect system independently certified to conform to the
from extremes of temperature. If stored at high requirements of the quality, environmental and
temperatures or high humidity levels, the shelf life occupational health & safety standards ISO 9001,
of this product may be reduced. ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

Shelf life is 1 year.

* Properties listed are based on laboratory controlled tests.

Failure to comply with the recommended storage ® = Registered trademark of the BASF-Group in many countries.
conditions may result in premature deterioration of
the product or packaging. For specific storage
advice consult BASF's Technical Services
Department.

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Field service where provided does not constitute supervisory responsibility. Suggestions made by BASF either
NOTE orally or in writing may be followed, modified or rejected by the owner, engineer or contractor since they, and not
BASF, are responsible for carrying out procedures appropriate to a specific application.

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