Roll-On - The world's most popular selling skate floor coating!

STOP! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
Skate floor surface MUST BE absolutely free of dirt, surface oils and contaminants of any kind before proceeding.

Regardless of your previous experience with our products, please read before coating. This is a thorough review of preparation and application procedures. We are also including some important tips to improve your coating experience and shorten the duration of your coating time.

Materials and Tools Needed:

One or more floor polishers
#100 - #120 Grit Screen back pads – 1 pad per 1,000 sq. ft.
Push Brooms
Wide area or other vacuum cleaner(s)
2 gallon plastic watering can with shower head
1 – 2 foot square piece of window screen as a strainer
Long stir stick(s)
Weighted applicator (Padco type T-bar applicator)
Terrycloth bath towels

STOP! USING A T-BAR OR PADCO APPLICATOR MAY VOID ALL WARRANTEES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PRODUCT.
Using a T-bar or Padco Applicator can be very subjective depending on the person using it. As one pulls the bar, the speed and force of the pull can cause the bar to float (hydroplane) over the applied coating which would increase the amount of the wet coating that is being laid down, causing more product to coat less surface. When using a roller, one is pushing the coating into the floor while the T-bar is pulling & gliding the coating over the top of the floor.

Preparing and Coating Ultra clear Skate Floor Finish
Over Wood or Approved Coated Surfaces

Coating Requirements For Bare Hardwood or Resurfaced Uncoated Wood

(Minimum of four coats required)

Coat One: Coat with First Round® floor sealer (approx: 600 sq. ft. per gallon)

Coat Two: Coat with First Round® floor sealer (approx: 700 sq. ft. per gallon)

Coat Three: Coat with ULTRA-CLEAR with catalyst (approx: 800 sq. ft. per gallon)

Final Coat: Coat with ULTRA-CLEAR with catalyst (approx: 800+ sq. ft. per gallon)

NOTE: When more than 8 hours has elapsed after the first application, the coating MUST be sanded per the sanding instructions below prior to applying the second coat.

NOTE: PREPARE AND APPLY THE FIRST COAT OF FIRST ROUND® FLOOR SEALER PER INSTRUCTIONS FOUND ON FIRST ROUND® CONTAINERS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE DATA PUBLICATIONS.

THEN FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS BROCHURE BEGINNING WITH STEP 1 – FOLLOWING “COATING REQUIREMENTS OVER APPROVED PREVIOUSLY COATED SURFACES”:

COATING REQUIREMENTS OVER APPROVED PREVIOUSLY COATED SURFACES

STEP 1 - SANDING/ABRADING

Tools:

Floor Polisher adapted to wire mesh screen use with buffing pad
Wet/Dry Vacuum Floor Squeegee (optional)
Bath towels
120 grit wire mesh screens (1 screen for every 1,000 sq. ft.)
Automatic Floor Scrubber (optional)

Before applying Ultra clear Skate Floor Finish, abrade the existing skating surface to a dull finish with #120 grit mesh screens under large rotary floor polishers. An automatic floor scrubber may be used for this procedure. If using an automatic floor scrubber abrade the surface with heaving pressure setting.

Wet Sand:

1. Mop a 30’ X 30’ area with TRACTION PLUS Floor Cleaner or water.

2. Sand 30’ X 30’ area with 120 grit wire mesh screen.

3. Clean 30’ X 30’ area with a wet/dry vacuum. A squeegee makes this go much faster. Continue this process until entire floor is prepared.

4. After screening and vacuuming, clean entire surface with by dragging with bath towels using plain water.

NOTE: Change your screens! Wire mesh screens should be turned over after 500 square feet and discarded after 1,000 square feet per disk. Failure to change screens at this rate often results in polishing the surface even when it appears it is being abraded. Peeling or chipping may result when over-extending the intended life of the discs.

STEP 2 - CLEANING

NOTE: NEVER USE STRING MOPS OR TREATED DRAG MOPS TO PREPARE, CLEAN OR MAINTAIN YOUR SKATE FLOOR!

Vacuum the abraded skating surface with a drum or canister vacuum.

Drag the surface carefully by soaking a large terrycloth towel in a bucket of CLEAR WATER. (DO NOT USE DETERGENTS OR SOLVENTS.)

Wring out the towel of excess water.

Be prepared to change the water frequently.

Using a 24” or 36” push broom or squeegee, push the towel across the width of the skating surface (NOT THE LENGTH). Upon reaching the other side, turn the towel over. The clean damp side is now face-down to the surface. Push it back to the other side. Overlap a little for a cleaner surface.

Soak the used towel in clean water, wring out and repeat the process

Your floor MUST BE CLEAN AND DUST FREE TO CONTINUE

Repeat Step 2 – Cleaning until the sanded skating surface is dust free when abrading between each coat is indicated.

STEP 3 - PREPARING ULTRA CLEAR SKATE FLOOR FINISH

IMPORTANT: Apply at room temperature - 68 to 74 degrees (F). Allow good ventilation. Avoid flames and prolonged contact with skin. Wear disposable gloves to keep hands clean.

PREPARE AND ADD CATALYST PER DIRECTIONS ON THE CATALYST CONTAINER.

NOTE: DO NOT DILUTE OR ADD THINNERS TO ULTRA CLEAR COATINGS!

If impurities are noticed, pour the Ultra clear skate floor finish from the container through a fine mesh wire strainer into the two-gallon garden-type sprinkling can to remove any impurities formed during storage. Proceed to Step 4.

STEP 4 - APPLYING ULTRA CLEAR SKATE FLOOR FINISH

Tools:

1 - 24” Padco weighted applicator and handle per person applying First Round® or ULTRA-CLEAR.
1 - 24” Padco replacement pad for each person, for each coat of First Round® or ULTRA-CLEAR per person applying the coating (with 3 people applying 2 coats = 6 replacement pads are needed)
1 - Garden sprinkler can - plastic (with pour spout removed)

!MEASURING TIP: When preparing to coat, divide the rink into the number of pails expected to be applied. For example: If the floor is 60 feet long and 3 pails are expect to be used, 60 feet divided by 3 pails would mean that 1 pail would be expected to be used up ever 20 feet measured across the width of the floor. Mark each 20 foot width across the rink with a piece of easily seen tape. Each time a pail is emptied, check your progress against the markings.

NOTE: Applicators made from Lamb’s wool such as EZ-WAY brand and Weighted Applicators such as Padco brand: The EZ-WAY (or other Lambs Wool Applicators) may leave thick ridges of material trailing off one edge or another. The Padco type of weighted applicator lays down a thin coating – often spreading at 1,000 square feet per gallon – which is desirable for water-based coating applications. However, the weighted applicator may also “bridge” a low spot in the floor leaving a surplus of material in the depression, which may dry poorly. Thinning the material or application by squeegee is never recommended.

!APPLICATION TIP: When coating with a 24” Padco Applicator two or three people may be used for the application process. One person pours while one or two people spread the product. For a video demonstration click HERE.

!STAFFING TIP: If coating 10,000 square feet and using one person mixing the pails, one person pouring for the applicators and 2 persons using the applicators – a total of 4 persons, the entire task should take no more than 1 ½ hours.

STEP 5 - CLEAN UP

Use warm water for clean up immediately after use.

!STORAGE TIP: After application, transfer excess Ultra clear to new, one-gallon paint containers with lids. Reducing air space in the storage containers extends the shelf-life of the material. Shelf life of unopened containers is approximately 12 months when properly stored.

TRAFFIC CIRCLES, NUMBERS, LINES AND GRAPHS

To avoid smearing and peeling of figure circles and traffic lines, use paint brands that are specifically recommended by your Roll-on or Ultra Clear distributor.

Firefly black-light responsive additive is available for all coatings we produce. It enhances black light effects in any skating center. Ask your distributor about FIRE-FLY floor coating additive.

Coverage per Gallon: 800 sq. ft.
Coating Time average: 2 hours

Drying Time: (To walk on): 6 - 8 hours
Drying Time: (To skate on): 18 - 24 hours

Applying additional coats: 6 - 8 hours

Drying Times Depend On:

Floor and material temperature (68-72 degrees)

Air exchange and circulation and humidity Levels

MAINTENANCE

For a durable, slip-resistant surface, skating floors must be kept clean. Poor maintenance will result in a slippery skating surface.

NOTE: Never use string mops or treated drag mops to prepare, clean or maintain your skate floor coating. Most commercial cleaners leave oily residues! Please contact your Ultra clear distributor for recommendations for non-residue skate floor finish cleaners.

!TIP: Clean the floor weekly with an Automatic Floor Scrubber using Traction® Skate Floor Cleaner non-residue concentrate.

Clean the skate floor daily with an UNTREATED dry mop.

TACK THE FLOOR WEEKLY! Follow Step Two on page three above, “Cleaning,” if an Automatic Scrubber is not available. Clean floor as needed by soaking a large towel in a bucket of clear water or Traction® non-residue skate floor cleaner. Wring out and wrap the towel around a 36" push broom. Push the towel across the Width of the skating surface (NOT THE LENGTH). Upon reaching the other side, turn the towel over so that the clean side is face down to the surface and push it back to the other side. Overlap a little for a cleaner surface. Soak and wring the towel again and repeat this process until the floor has been cleaned.

We can control our mixtures in the factory and issue certificates of compliance with each batch Unfortunately, we cannot control the environment where it is prepared and our material applied.

PROBLEM OBSERVED	POSSIBLE CAUSES
ALLIGATOR SKIN	Additional coating applied too soon
ALLIGATOR SKIN	Excessive coating upon application
ALLIGATOR SKIN	Material was allowed to puddle
ALLIGATOR SKIN	Too much air flow directly on to or across the surface
BLACK STREAKS - over time	Moisture has been present - possibly mold
BUBBLING	Aggressively shaking before application
BUBBLING	High temperatures during application
BUBBLING	Mixing the product with a high-speed mixer before application
BUBBLING	Repeatedly passing over the product with rollers
DISCOLORING STREAKS	Contaminated surface; Likely oil, grease, soap film or silicone
DISCOLORING STREAKS	Improper floor preparation
DISCOLORING STREAKS	Material Not Boxed or Boxes improperly
FINE DIRT PARTICLES	Distributed from ventilation system
FINE DIRT PARTICLES	Enter from open doors or windows
FINE DIRT PARTICLES	Lint from applicator
FISH EYES	Contaminated surface; Likely oil, grease, soap film or silicone
FISH EYES	Room or Surface Temperature too high
FISH EYES	Too much air flow across surface
HAZY FINISH	Presence of moisture - possible high humidity
PEELING - immediate	Improper floor preparation
PEELING - immediate	Screens or sand paper not changed frequently during preparation
PEELING - immediate	Surface not properly sanded and cleaned
PEELING - over time	Contamination causing gradual delaminating
PEELING - over time	Contamination prior to coating
PEELING - over time	Improper floor preparation
PEELING - over time	Introduction of sub-surface moisture
PUDDLING	See wrinkling or alligator skin or Streaking
SLOW DRYING	High humidity
SLOW DRYING	Lack of ventilation after application
SLOW DRYING	Low Surface temperatures
STREAKING	High surface or room temperature
STREAKING	Product applied too thick
STREAKING	Product applied too thin
STREAKING	See also Puddling
STREAKING	Vents or fans discharging air directly onto the surface
SWIRL MARKS BELOW	Coating too thin
SWIRL MARKS BELOW	Scuffing pads too heavy
WRINKLING	Excessive coating upon application
WRINKLING	Material was allowed to puddle
WRINKLING	Puddling in a low spot on the floor surface
WRINKLING	Recoating too soon
WRINKLING	Too much air flow directly on to or across the surface

Never use steel wool to abrade the previous coating during preparation. Follow suggestions in this brochure for proper clean-up after preparation. Never use string mops and buckets or drag-mops to tack the surface before application. Never use treated drag mops on skate floors. For coating maintenance, frequent use of large untreated micro-fiber drag mops works best.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES?
	OIL BASED Roll-on	WATER BASED TRACTION
VOC Compliance	Solvent based products from Roll-on are <250 g/L VOC and compliant in all States. Check with your distributor to determine which product is permitted for use in your state.	Traction <225 g/L VOC - Compliant in all US states and all countries with the identical coefficient of friction of Roll-on. There is nothing like it.
Durability	One season durability.	Proven one season or more durability. Leaning toward two-season durability.
Adhesion	Excellent adhesion. Forms weak bonds with latex paints and unregulated oil base paint substrates.	Excellent adhesion to most substrates; better elasticity than oil.
Color Retention	Colors limited due to amber cast of the tongue-oil in the coating.	Superior resistance to chalking and fading when exposed to ultra-violet light. Clear coat only.
Ease of Application	Goes on with greater film thickness for good one-coat hiding and coverage.	Goes on thin, smooth and evenly, with little applicator drag - two coats are usually required.
Mildew Resistance	Oil bases can provide nutrients for mildew growth; most products contain mildewcide to minimize growth.	Less likely to grow mildew; mildewcide additives discourage mildew growth, help maintain fresh appearance.
Versatility	Can be used on most materials. For new concrete and other sub-striates a primer or pre-treatment is required.	Can be used on most materials. Pre-treatment or primer often less aggressive, can over-coat less costly sealants and primers more easily.
Odor	Odor can linger for days when coating with solvent based products.	Water based products are very low odor, clearing from clothing and a building's interior quickly.
Cleanup	Turpentine, paint thinner or other solvent.	Simple water cleanup.
Drying Time	Eight to 24 hours. Can usually be skated on within 24 hours.	One to six hours, permitting quick recoating. Can be skated on within 24 hours.
GREEN	YES	YES
Color Options	Clear (amber), Tan, Light Aqua Blue.	A great many custom colors from factory recommended paint suppliers only.
Coefficient of Friction (Grip)	Roll-on is Highest of all solvent based coatings manufactured in the world. Excellent for Competitive Skating.	Matches Roll-on using James Friction Machine. 30% higher than average Water-based Gym finishes. Excellent for Competitive Skating.
Preparation	Light screening between coats of the same product. Heavier sanding when coating over dissimilar products.	Light screening when coating over MOST previous coatings.
Spread Rate	500 square feet per gallon.	Up to and over 1,000 square feet per gallon.
Cost per Square Foot	9¢ per square foot, per coat. Usually one recoat recommended seasonally.	10¢ per square foot, per coat. One double recoat recommended seasonally.

Products available from your Roll-on Skate Floor Systems Distributor
REGULAR Roll-on
ROCR ROCRG ROBE ROBEG ROME ROMEG	CLEAR (5 GALLON) CLEAR (1 GALLON) BLUE (5 GALLON) BLUE (1 GALLON) TAN (5 GALLON) TAN (1 GALLON)
Roll-on 340 g/L
RO340CR RO340CRG RO340BE RO340BEG	CLEAR (5 GALLON) CLEAR (1 GALLON) BLUE (5 GALLON) BLUE (1 GALLON)
ULTRA CLEAR
FR UC UCCR UCC	1st Round - Boxed 4 Units ULTRACLEAR Without Catalyst ULTRACLEAR With Catalyst catalyst - (1 pint for 5 gallons)
LINE PAINT
LPRD LPBE LPBK LPWE	RED BLUE BLACK WHITE
FIRE-FLY ADDITIVE
(Pre measured for 5 gallons) FFARO5 FFAUC (Pre measured for 1 gallon) FFARO1	For Roll-on For ULTRA CLEAR For use in One Gallon R-O
SUPER BASE EPOXY
SBABE SBABEG SBB SBBG	A-BLUE (5 GALLON) A-BLUE (1 GALLON) PART - B (5 GALLON) PART - B (1 GALLON)
CONSTANT SHIELD
CS4 CS5 CS415	HD-3000 CLEAR (4.5 GA.) HD-3000 GRAY (4.1 GA.) HD3000 CLEAR (1.5 GA)
CLEANERS
TRA	TRACTION (1 GALLON)
APPLICATION TOOLS
RF RR18 FCF24 RFC 24 SQUO SQURB	ROLLER FRAME REPLACEMENT ROLLER 24" PADCO APPLICATOR 24" PADCO PAD 36" SQUEEGEE W/FRAME 36" SQUEEGEE BLADE

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WHEN PREPARING OR APPLYING
THIS PRODUCT

AVOID COATING DURING ELEVATED HUMIDITY OR RAINY CONDITIONS:

Drying times can be critically extended due to HIGHER HUMIDITY. Please note comments regarding humidity in this brochure as well as on the label.

PROPER VENTILATION IS A MUST! All air-dried products use oxygen to cure and harden. Humid conditions reduce oxygen levels in the building, but so too does closing up the building after application of the coating.

It is advised to continue to ventilate the building for the duration of the curing process.
It is important that air NOT be applied directly down onto the floor’s surface.
Proper ventilation is to allow outside air to enter the building while air within the building is being vented back outside.
Some air conditioning systems are circulating systems and do not draw air from the outside while cooling or heating the air within the building.
Locate and activate the “vent” settings on air conditioning systems while the floor coating is curing.
Open doors and windows when possible.
Do not allow air flow to be directed down at the floor coating – air rushing across the floor, not down on it, balances the drying process.

NO MATTER HOW FAMILIAR YOU ARE WITH OUR PRODUCTS, ALWAYS CHECK THE LABELS ON THE CANS AS WELL AS THE BROCHURES SUPPLIED WITH YOUR PRODUCTS TO BE CERTAIN YOU HAVE ALL THE LATEST INFORMATION TO COMPLETE PREPARATION AND APPLICATION OF THIS PRODUCT SUCCESSFULLY.

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