Lox toxicity thinner solvent for epoxy floor coating
1 Litre

GEMSOLV 2P is a low toxicity environmentally friendly solvent for thinning GemCo epoxy products. It is biodegradable and based on a citrus extract. It can also be used for degreasing & cleaning of a variety of substrates.

Download 4.210 GEMSOLV 2 P Product Sheet

Physical properties

• Appearance: water white liquid
• Odour: oranges
• Flammability: flammable (flashpoint 55°C) Packaging: 1, 5, & 20L jerry cans

Surface Preparation

• All oil, grease , and other contaminants must be removed (GEMPREP 2000 is recommended).
• Concrete: Must be minimum of 4 weeks old.
• Acid etch with 5% Hydrochloric acid, wash clean with water and allow to dry OR physically remove laitence by suitable means e.g. grinding, sweep blasting etc.
• On previously painted concrete physically remove coating by suitable means e.g. grinding, sweep blasting etc.
• Steel : Blast with a suitable abrasive to near white metal (SSPC 10/SA 2.5 standard).
• If this is not possible remove loose material by mechanical cleaning or high pressure water blast until only tight rust is left.
• Fibreglass: Abrade surface to give a good key.
• All surfaces must be free of dust or other contaminants before applying GEMCOAT ETC.
• Aluminium: Abrade with non metallic abrasive or grinder to give bright aluminum and a very good key ; coat within 1 hour.

Method of Application

• GEMOLV 2P can used to thin specified GemCo epoxy products.
• Recommended levels are 5% and not higher than 10% thinning.
• Can be used as a degreaser – immersion in degreasing bath or similar is recommended

Handling Precautions

• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• Do not ingest.
• Use with adequate ventilation.
• Protective clothing ,eye protection, and gloves should be worn.
• Do not breathe vapor or spray.
• Keep away from children.
• GEMSOLV is flammable so avoid sparks ,flame, heat.