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BMC® II BREATHABLE MASONRY COATINGS Breathable Masonry Coating II Breathable Masonry Coating (BMC®) II combines the beauty of high-quality paint with the ADVANTAGES protective power of breathable water repellents. • Specifically designed for use on masonry BMC® II lets water vapor escape from masonry, substrates. while stopping destructive liquid water from • Highly vapor permeable. entering. The masonry’s appearance is preserved, • Meets and exceeds requirements of ASTM E 2357. ® and its service life is prolonged. BMC II’s unique • Field-proven technology used on the U.S. silicone emulsion formulation makes the coating Capitol and other U.S. and European more resistant to weathering (UV, moisture and landmarks. soiling) and so more durable and lasting than • Excellent UV stability and hiding. most conventional paints. • Easy application with roller, brush or spray. BMC® II dries to an attractive flat finish. It’s compatible with the CCE ColorCast Ecotoner • No primer needed. colorant system for achieving predictable color • Silicone emulsion formula resists soiling. matches. BMC® II is available in four different • Good adhesion. Exceptional color retention. bases, allowing for the greatest range of colors: • Ideal for interiors or exteriors. No harsh odors. Pastel, Tint, Deep and Accent. BMC bases are ready to use or can be custom tinted by local • Complies with all known national and state distributors. Call PROSOCO Customer Care at AIM VOC regulations. 800-255-4255 for your local distributor or for Limitations additional information about BMC® II. • Not for use on horizontal surfaces subject to vehicular or pedestrian traffic. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE • Not suitable for application on some resin paints. VOC Compliance • Manufacturer does not endorse use of organic BMC® II bases are compliant with the US colorants. Use of organic colorants for color Environmental Protection Agency’s AIM VOC matching may result in color fading. regulations. Visit www.prosoco.com/voc-compliance to confirm compliance with individual district or state regulations. SAFETY INFORMATION Always read full label and SDS for precautionary instructions before use. Use appropriate safety equipment and job-site controls during application and handling. 24-Hour Emergency Information: INFOTRAC at 800-535-5053

Product Data Sheet • Page 1 of 3 • Item #43070-43073 – 061220 • ©2020 PROSOCO, Inc. • www.prosoco.com Product Data Sheet BMC® II TYPICAL TECHNICAL DATA Recommended for these substrates. Always test. Coverage is in sq.ft./m. per gallon. FORM White viscous batter-like liquid with mild odor Substrate Type Use? Coverage 1.41 Pastel Base Burnished yes SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.38 Tint Base Architectural Smooth yes 100–150 sq.ft. 1.28 Deep Base Concrete 1.22 Accent Base Block Split-faced yes 9–14 sq.m. Ribbed yes pH 9.0–10.0 Brick yes 11.76 lbs Pastel Base Tile yes 100–300 sq.ft. 11.55 lbs Tint Base Concrete Precast Panels yes WT/GAL 9–28 sq.m. 10.66 lbs Deep Base Pavers yes 10.15 lbs Accent Base Cast-in-place yes 56 Pastel Base PERCENT SOLIDS BY 55 Tint Base Brick yes Tile yes 150–350 sq.ft. WEIGHT 48 Deep Base Fired Clay 43 Accent Base Terra Cotta (unglazed) yes 14–33 sq.m. 38 Pastel Base Pavers yes PERCENT SOLIDS BY 38 Tint Base Polished no N/A VOLUME 34 Deep Base Marble, 31 Accent Base Travertine, 100–300 sq.ft. Limestone Unpolished yes VOC CONTENT 100 g/L, maximum 9–28 sq.m. Polished no N/A FLASH POINT >200°F (>93°C) ASTM D 3278 Granite 100–300 sq.ft. Unpolished yes FREEZE POINT 32°F (0°C) 9–28 sq.m. 100–250 sq.ft. Sandstone Unpolished yes 1 year in tightly sealed, 9–23 sq.m. SHELF LIFE unopened container 100–350 sq.ft. Slate Unpolished yes 9–33 sq.m. Always test to ensure desired results. Coverage estimates PREPARATION depend on surface texture and porosity. Protect people, vehicles, property, metal, and all surfaces not set for coating from product, residue, splash, fumes and wind drift. Use Surface & Air Temperatures drop cloths or other proven protective material. Do not apply if temperatures are colder than Protect and/or divert foot and vehicle traffic. 40°F (4°C), or expected to be within 24 hours. Do not apply to surfaces hotter than 95°F (35°C). Surfaces must be clean, dry and absorbent. Correct the causes of moisture-related Equipment stains before application. Thoroughly clean Apply with roller, brush or airless sprayer. efflorescence, algae and other moisture- related stains. In coastal areas, check for salt Storage & Handling contamination. Call PROSOCO Customer Care for Keep from freezing. Store in a cool, dry place. cleaning recommendations. Always seal container after dispensing. Do not alter or mix with other chemicals. Published Roughen or abrade glazed or glossy surfaces for shelf life assumes upright storage of factory- proper adhesion before application. sealed containers in a dry place. Maintain BMC® II needs no primer, though a priming temperature of 45-100°F (7-38°C). Do not double coat may be applied if desired. Use Sure Klean® stack pallets. Dispose of unused product and Weather Seal Siloxane WB at a dilution ratio of container in accordance with local, state and one part product to 19 parts water. Apply BMC® federal regulations. II within 48 hours of primer application.

Product Data Sheet • Page 2 of 3 • Item #43070-43073 – 061220 • ©2020 PROSOCO, Inc. • www.prosoco.com Product Data Sheet BMC® II APPLICATION WARRANTY Before use read “Preparation” and the Safety The information and recommendations made are Data Sheet. ALWAYS TEST each type of based on our own research and the research of surface for suitability and results before others, and are believed to be accurate. However, overall application. Include in the test area no guarantee of their accuracy is made because any previous repairs and patches, including we cannot cover every possible application of aesthetic cementitious finishes. Different surface our products, nor anticipate every variation compositions may result in absorption and/or encountered in masonry surfaces, job conditions appearance differences. Test using the following and methods used. The purchasers shall make application instructions. Let tests dry thoroughly their own tests to determine the suitability of before inspection. such products for a particular purpose. Dilution PROSOCO, Inc. warrants this product to be Do not alter or dilute except for use in sprayers. free from defects. Where permitted by law, The concentrate may need thinning with up to 5 PROSOCO makes no other warranties with percent fresh water, based on surface and drying respect to this product, express or implied, conditions, and equipment. including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for Mix well before use. particular purpose. The purchaser shall be Color Uniformity responsible to make his own tests to determine BMC® II from multiple containers must be the suitability of this product for his particular “boxed” (mixed) to ensure color uniformity. purpose. PROSOCO’s liability shall be limited in all events to supplying sufficient product Application Instructions to re-treat the specific areas to which defective 1. Apply a smooth, uniform coating, 7 wet mils product has been applied. Acceptance and use thick. Work from the top down. Brush out of this product absolves PROSOCO from any runs or drips. Back roll spray applications other liability, from whatever source, including for proper adhesion and good coating liability for incidental, consequential or resultant performance. damages whether due to breach of warranty, 2. Let first coat dry 2-4 hours negligence or strict liability. This warranty may not be modified or extended by representatives of 3. Reapply. The second coat should be 4 mils PROSOCO, its distributors or dealers. thick. Drying Time Protect from rain for at least 6 hours or until CUSTOMER CARE coating is thoroughly dry. Factory personnel are available for product, environment and job-safety assistance with At 77°F (25°C) and 50% relative humidity, no obligation. Call 800-255-4255 and ask for coating dries to the touch in approximately 45 Customer Care – technical support. minutes. Allow 2 hour dry time before recoating. Coating dries completely in 48 hours. Factory-trained representatives are established in principal cities throughout the continental Cleanup United States. Call Customer Care at 800-255- Clean equipment with warm water and mild 4255, or visit our website at www.prosoco.com, detergents. Use solvent paint thinner to remove for the name of the PROSOCO representative in dried-on BMC® II. your area.