1. FLOOR COATINGS TRAINING GUIDE
TASMAN CHEMICALS
FLOOR COATINGS TRAINING GUIDE

2. TASMAN CHEMICALS Introduction
IS AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF HARD SURFACE SEALERS & CLEANERS
100% AUSTRALIAN OWNED COMPANY
ESTABLISHED FOR NEARLY 50 YEARS
STILL OWNED BY FOUNDING FAMILY

3. DETAILS OF TASMAN COATINGS & CLEANERS
Topics of discussion
THE NEED TO SEAL
COATINGS
CLEANERS
DETAILS OF TASMAN COATINGS & CLEANERS

4. PROTECTION APPEARANCE LOW MAINTENANCE Why should we seal?
SCRATCHING-SCUFFING-STAINING
APPEARANCE
MAINTAIN NATURAL BEAUTY
LOW MAINTENANCE
EASY TO CLEAN & MAINTAIN

5. WATER & SOLVENT BASED SURFACE SEALS GLOSS and SATIN PENETRATING SEALS
Types of Coatings
WATER & SOLVENT BASED
Acrylic based sealers
Solvent (TRADITIONAL) xylene, and
(NEW GENERATION) fluor acrylic resins, silanes and siloxanes
SURFACE SEALS
GLOSS and SATIN
PENETRATING SEALS
NATURAL or MATT FINISH

6. TWO TYPES of CLEANERS ALKALINE & ACID BASED PURPOSE OF CLEANING
DILUTION RATES
PRICE COMPETITIVE
ACID SENSITIVE TILES
MARBLE

7. Types of Tiles to be Sealed
VITRIFIED
STONE and PEBBLES
TERRACOTTA
SLATE
POLISHED PORCELAIN
MARBLE
GRANITE
LIMESTONE
SANDSTONE
POLISHED CONCRETE

8. IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR CUSTOMER
WHAT TYPE OF SURFACE IS TO BE SEALED?
IS IT INDOOR OR OUTDOOR?
WHAT FINISH IS REQUIRED?
DIMENSIONS OF AREA TO SEAL?
IS IT A HIGH TRAFFIC AREA?
IS IT A HIGH MAINTENANCE AREA?

9. Available in 1lt & 5lt Packs
LIFT OFF Tile & Grout Cleaner
A combination of safe liquid acid and detergent used to remove grout, cement smears and stains from ceramic surfaces, slate, terracotta, brick and most masonry surfaces.
Can also be used to remove efflorescence stains from tiles.
Coverage: 1 litre of diluted solution will clean approximately 25sqm.
Available in 1lt & 5lt Packs

10. TILE KLEEN CLEANER RESTORER
A heavy duty detergent specially designed for use prior to sealing with Tasman Chemicals range of sealing products.
Also ideal to remove soils from sealed and untreated areas.
Will not harm Tasman sealers or finishes when it is used as recommended.
Coverage: 1 litre of diluted solution will clean approximately 50sqm.
Available in 1lt Packs

11. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
SLATE SEAL GLOSS
Clear, fast drying, non-yellowing sealer which will enhance the natural beauty inherent in new and old slate.
Suitable for commercial or domestic applications.
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
High Gloss Finish
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10sqm of tiles with two coats.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

12. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
SLATE SEAL SATIN
Clear, fast drying, non-yellowing sealer which will enhance the natural beauty inherent in new and old slate.
Suitable for commercial or domestic applications.
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Satin Finish
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10sqm of tiles with two coats.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

13. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
SLATE SEAL PREMIUM
Clear, fast drying, non-yellowing sealer which will enhance the natural beauty inherent in new and old slate.
High actives for extended wear
Suitable for commercial or domestic applications.
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Gloss Finish
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10sqm of tiles with two coats.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

14. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
PAVER & CONCRETE
SEAL
A solvent based acrylic sealer that protects indoor and outdoor concrete and pavers from staining.
Ideal for Stencilcrete and Pattern Pave Concrete.
Will not Yellow the surface.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx sqm per single coat depending on the porosity of the pavers.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

15. Available in 1lt & 5lt Packs
SLATE SEAL FINISH
High performance, multi purpose, low maintenance sealer polish used after the surface has been sealed in high traffic areas.
Suitable for indoor use only.
Is scuff and slip resistant.
Can be used undiluted for a high gloss finish or 1:1 with clean water for a matt finish.
Coverage: 1 litre will cover approx 40sqm with a single coat.
Available in 1lt & 5lt Packs

16. Available in 1lt, 5lt &20lt Packs
ALL STONE SEALER
A water based gloss sealer for Slate, Terracotta, Stone & quarry Tiles.
Inhibits water and oil based stains from penetrating tiles.
Retains the natural appearance of the surface to be sealed.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 20sqm per single coat.
Available in 1lt, 5lt &20lt Packs

17. Available in 1lt &4lt Packs
PORCELAIN SEALER
A low odour, solvent based penetrating sealer for Porcelain and other stone surfaces.
Inhibits stains from absorbing into the stone by forming an invisible polymer matrix.
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Natural clear finish.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 50 sqm for Porcelain, 15 – 25 sqm for natural stone.
Available in 1lt &4lt Packs

18. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
HERITAGE PENETRATING SEALER
A fast drying penetrating sealer designed for application to Stone, Terracotta, Pavers and Tessellated floor tiles.
Does not markedly change the appearance of the tile.
Will inhibit soiling and staining of the tile.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 20sqm per single coat.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

19. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
TERRASAND PENETRATING SEALER
A SUPER STRENGTH, natural look penetrating sealer that can be used both inside and out.
Will not change the appearance of the surface.
Silicone technology.
Excellent around pools and wet areas.
Can be used for Sandstone, Terracotta, Marble, Granite, Limestone, Cement, Pavers & Grout.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 10-15sqm per coat depending on the porosity of the surface being treated.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

20. Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs
STONE SHEILD PENETRATING SEALER
A natural look penetrating sealer that can be used both inside and out.
Will not change the appearance of the surface.
Excellent around pools and wet areas.
Can be used for Sandstone, Terracotta, Marble, Granite, Limestone, Cement, Pavers & Grout.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 15-25sqm per coat depending on the porosity of the surface being treated.
Available in 1lt,4lt,10lt &20lt Packs

21. Available in 1lt, 5lt &20lt Packs
AQUA GUARD
Water Based Penetrating Sealer
A water based penetrating sealer designed for application to Stone, Terracotta, Slate, Unglazed Tiles & Quarry Tiles, Brick & Concrete.
Water based, Innovative technology.
Low odour, non toxic.
Interior or exterior use.
Natural finish, Superior protection.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 15-25sqm per coat depending on the porosity of the surface being treated.
Available in 1lt, 5lt &20lt Packs

22. MULTI STRIP
A water based gloss sealer for Slate, Terracotta, Stone & quarry Tiles.
Inhibits water and oil based stains from penetrating tiles.
Retains the natural appearance of the surface to be sealed.
Coverage: 1 litre will seal approx 20sqm per single coat.
Available in 5lt Packs

23. Available in 1lt & 4lt Packs
SLATE SEAL SOLVENT
Penetrates the primary sealer and makes the old sealer easy to remove.
Perfect to clean up brushes that have been used to apply the Slate Seal Range or Paver & Concrete Sealer.
For heavy build up of sealer additional quantity of sealer may be required.
Coverage: 1 litre will remove approx 5sqm of sealer.
Available in 1lt & 4lt Packs

24. GROUT SEALER Penetrating Sealer
Designed to protect grout joints from staining. Use 2 to 3 coats depending on grout porosity.
Does not markedly affect the appearance of the grout and cures to a clear, water repellent coating.
Coverage: 1 Litre will cover approx. 5 square metres or 120 linear meters depending on the porosity of the grout.
Available in a 500ml Packs

25. SPRAY SEALER TILE, STONE & GROUT SEAL
Aerosol that penetrates the tile and grout surface, inhibits stain absorption leaving a natural appearance. Easy spray application, non yellowing, UV resistant.
Ideal for sealing benchtops & splashbacks.
Protects and seals terracotta, granite, sandstone, porcelain, grout, marble, limestone and aggregate stone.
Coverage: One can will cover approx 25sqm or 600 linear metres of grout dependent on porosity of the surface being treated and the grout line width.
Available in a 300gm Packs

26. LAMBSWOOL APPLICATOR Tradesman quality tool.
Suitable for use with both
water & solvent based sealers.
Handle supplied.
Can be used over & over.
Maximises product coverage.
Minimises product waste.