DRI Frame

DRI Frame is a nanotechnology water-based hydrophobic self-assembling treatment for water absorptive wood.  The product creates a high contact angle against water and shows a very effective water/liquid repellent effect.  An easy to clean surface effect is created.

How It Works

DRI Frame dries up transparently, so there is no visible change to the surface. It preserves the breathe ability of the substrate. The treated surface is guarded against contamination from moisture, dirt, dust, and atmospheric pollution. Dirt can be removed easily by rain or by rinsing with clean water using a mild cleaner.
On external surfaces, moss and algae formation is significantly reduced. The hydrophobic treatment is resistant to UV and temperature changes.
The weather resistance and the invisible appearance DRI Frame mean that it can be used for internal and external areas. DRI Frame is unsuitable for wood that is already coated with a water repellent.

Applications

• Wood and Wood panels
• Building Frames
• Wooden Joinery
• Outdoor furniture

Benefits

• Stabilizes wood, prevents swelling & shrinkage
• Water based, environmentally friendly
• Water repellent, easy to clean effect
• Good penetration into porous surfaces
• Excellent moisture regulation
• Economical, outstanding coverage rate
• Permeable to vapor
• Invisible
• Zero VOC, odour free
• Trafficable

How to Apply - Surface Application

The surface must be dry.
The most suitable application is usually a fine mist sprayer, or if larger areas need to be treated a pressure pump sprayer or an Airless pump sprayer or spraying, dipping, and flow coating.
Before the application on large surface areas, trials should be conducted to determine the optimum application method.
It is very important to apply a significant amount to the substrate. When sprayed, two coats wet on wet must be applied to ensure full coverage. The substrate must be treated to be wet to touch. The product will penetrate slowly and completely in the surface. Product puddling on the surface during the application should be avoided. Vertical surfaces should be treated from the ground up. Avoid application in high wind situations especially if larger areas are treated. Overspray should be avoided, keep spray head close as possible to the surface to be treated.
The product should always be tested on a small area first for suitability.
Do not apply in inclement weather conditions. Impregnation needs to have the possibility to dry completely before it can get wet.

Coverage

Consumption is app.50 -200 ml/m2 depending on the absorbency and the condition of the substrate. Coverage rates are a guideline only and can vary.