G3 Pathway Brochure Installation Guide

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

® G3 Pathway® Stabilizer

COVERAGE: up to TYPICAL USES: 2 • Residential paths & patios 15 Ft • Landscaping Per Gallon • Planter beds

I. BENEFITS & COVERAGE III. MATERIAL SELECTION RECOMMENDATIONS

1. TechniSoil G3® Pathway Stabilizer (G3-PS) is a 1. G3-PS works best with 3/8” to 1/2” minus crushed simple solution for enhancing landscapes with custom stone mixes, including but not limited to decomposed pathways and patio areas. This eco-friendly liquid granite (DG), crushed limestone, & granite screenings. stabilizer for decomposed granite and crushed stone mixes yields a durable, dust-free surface in only 5 basic 2. Aggregates with a moisture content of less than 3% are steps. By bonding crushed aggregate fines, G3-PS forms recommended. aesthetic natural surfaces for the modern landscape. • Easy to apply using standard equipment IV. COVERAGE • Eco-friendly, safe for use around animals & plants • Stabilized areas help control dust, insects, weeds, 1. G3® Pathway Stabilizer will cover approximate- & erosion ly 15ft²/gallon on average using two applications per project. 2. G3® Pathway Stabilizer will cover approximately • First application will require 20ft²/gallon to fully 15ft²/gallon. saturate aggregate. • See Coverage chart for more information • Second application will require 50ft²/gallon as a topcoat.

II. TOOLS REQUIRED: Recommended Installation Installation Coverage: • Shovel, pick, digging equipment Phase: Rates: • Wheelbarrow • Bow rake and/or grade rake 2 Pour-In 20 ft (Pre-compaction) • Screed per gallon 2 • Watering can with a shower head or pressurized 15 ft 2 per gallon sprayer Topcoat 50 ft (Post-compaction) • Masonry trowel per gallon • Vibratory plate compactor • Hand tamper • If installing edge restraints, additional tools may be required

TechniSoil Global, Inc. 5660 Westside Road, Redding, CA 96001 USA Ph: 1-877-356-2250 Fax: 1-866-356-8880 www.TechniSoil.com E-mail: [email protected] Prepared by TechniSoil Global, Inc. | CR: 42513003 Doc Ref # TS_INSTALL_42513 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

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V. INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS 3. Prepare subgrade • Excavate project area accordingly. Considering 1. Consider complimentary weather conditions before, the subbase layer and crushed stone mix layer, during, and after any G3 Pathway Stabilizer application it is recommended to excavate the subgrade • Do not install G3-PS less than 48 hours before or approximately 4” - 6” below finish grade. after rainfall • Use vibratory plate compactor to compact • G3-PS should only be installed when the outside native subgrade in 3 - 4 passes, or as needed for temperature is 55º F and rising adequate compaction. • Avoid temperatures below freezing or above 100º F for any phase of G3-PS installation or storage 4. Edge restraints are recommended for best results and optimal stability, but not required. Edge restraints can 2. Disable any irrigation systems in treated areas during greatly reduce degradation of edges caused by foot application and curing phases traffic or otherwise. If project does not call for installation of edge restraints, proper compaction of edges is required, typically using a hand tamp. Some common VI. APPLICATION GUIDELINES: examples of edge restraints used in this capacity are; • Concrete landscape curbing 1. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is recommended • Bender board for mixing and application • Plastic or aluminum edging • Gloves • Pressure treated lumber • Safety glasses

5. Install subbase 2. Project planning • Be sure to consider proper slope when constructing • Always consider proper slope and finished grade subbase to allow for proper water runoff. Do not of a G3-PS project to allow for proper drainage slope a surface towards structures like houses, and runoff, as well as ease of use with adjacent sheds, pools, or otherwise without considering structures or landscaping. proper drainage channels or runoff issues. • For light weight paths and patios, use marker paint • Subgrade should consist of at least 2” - 4” of to outline the project areas. compacted 3/8” - 3/4” minus structural base • Calculate the square footage of the project area rock or adequate crushed stone mix for subgrade to determine material quantities needed for all construction to optimal load bearing support for aspects of the project. the G3 stabilized layer. • Consider methods for excavation and removal of • Use vibratory plate compactor to compact native soil or existing structures, as well as transpor- subgrade 3 - 4 passes, or as needed for adequate tation, delivery, and installation of new materials. compaction. If subbase material is dry, a light

amount or water may be needed for proper

compaction.

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VI. APPLICATION GUIDELINES:

6. Install crushed stone mix layer per Section III above • Allow 45 - 90 minutes for G3-PS to fully absorb (Material Selection Recommendations). into the aggregate. Cool, overcast weather and/ • Install 2” of qualified crushed stone mix material or shading can increase absorption time. If after and grade consistently into place using a rake 90 minutes the surface is still saturated or appears and/or screed. muddy, wait an additional 15 - 30 minutes to allow • DO NOT COMPACT material before G3-PS has been G3-PS to fully absorb before compaction. applied! For best results and proper absorption • Proper compaction may not be achieved if material of G3-PS, the crushed stone mix material should is too saturated and can create aesthetic blemishes. only be graded into place before pouring liquid stabilizer in. 8. Compact surface • The material should be graded approximately • After G3-PS is fully absorbed into material, 1/2” - 3/4” above the planned finish grade to compact using a vibratory plate compactor. Make allow for proper compaction. Typically, a crushed 3 - 4 longitudinal passes to fully compact surface. stone mix will reduce by 30% of its overall graded • Use a hand tamper in areas that cannot be reached height after compaction. Considering this, 2” of by the plate compactor. material will compact to a final depth of approxi- • If the surface looks smeared or sticks to the mately 1.5”. bottom of the compactor, wait an additional • Consider slope during installation of material. 20 - 30 minutes before attempting to compact. Proper finished grade slope or crowning of the • If cosmetic repairs are required, use a hand tamp surface will ensure adequate runoff for drainage and/or common masonry trowel to make purposes. adjustments as needed. • Apply TechniSoil G3-PS to surface area at a rate of 20ft²/gallon using a watering can, pressurized 9. Apply TechniSoil G3-PS Topcoat sprayer or equivalent. • Apply a topcoat 12 - 24 hours after the first • For areas under 1500ft². a watering can with a application or once the surface has completely shower head works best. dried at a rate of 50ft²/gallon. • Allow 24 - 72 hours to fully cure. 7. Apply TechniSoil G3-PS • Surface is completely dry and ready to use when it • Apply G3-PS to graded material at a rate of is hard to the touch. 20ft²/gallon using a standard watering can with shower head or a pressurized handheld or 10. Clean all tools immediately after use by simply rinsing backpack sprayer. For larger applications, tools with water. Use a soft bristle brush and water to electric, high-capacity sprayers may be used. remove any clogs in the sprayer.

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VII. STORAGE IX. WARRANTY

1. Store G3-PS out of direct sunlight in areas with a TechniSoil Global, Inc. warrants this product to be free from temperature range above freezing and below 100º F. defects. Where permitted by law, TechniSoil makes no other warranties with respect to this product, express or implied, in- VIII. MAINTENANCE & REPAIR cluding without limitation the implied warranties of merchant- ability or fitness for particular purpose. The purchaser shall be 1. Treated areas should withstand normal conditions for responsible to orchestrate their own tests to determine the suit- 12 - 24 months before a maintenance coat is needed. ability of this product for their particular purpose. TechniSoil’s liability shall be limited in all events to supplying sufficient 2. To rejuvenate and increase the life-span of the product to re-treat the specific areas to which product proven surface apply a maintenance coat at approximately to be defective has been applied. Acceptance and use of this 150ft²/gallon. product absolves TechniSoil from any other liability, from any and all sources, including liability for incidental, consequen- 3. If surface has been damaged, make any repairs to tial or resultant damages whether due to breach of warranty, the surface before applying a maintenance coat. negligence or strict liability. This warranty may not be modi- 4. To repair a section of G3 pathway, place the fied or extended by representatives of TechniSoil, its distribu- appropriate amount of crushed stone in a 5-gallon- tors or dealers, independent contractors, clients or end-users bucket and add enough G3-PS to make a consisent of any kind. mixture of aggregate chips and stone dust.

5. Mix aggregate and G3-PS with a dowel or paint stirrer and apply the mixture to the repair area using a masonry trowel or equivalent. Smooth the material to grade. Use a hand tamper to compact into place.

6. Approximately 6 - 24 hours after repairing the surface, pour or spray a light coating of G3-PS over the repaired area. Cure time is within 12 - 36 hours or when the surface is dry and solid.