SECTION 03 05 00 CONCRETE WATERPROOFING ADMIXTURE Copyright 2024 - 2024 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** BetterMud LLC; Concrete Admixture and Sealer. This section is based on the products of BetterMud LLC, which is located at: 245 Beback Inn Rd. San Marcos, TX 78666 Tel: 704-408-6211 Email: request info (KurtKasler@gmail.com) Web: https://www.bettermud.com [ https://arcat.com/company/bettermud-llc-53986 ] for additional information. Does your current antiquated air entrained concrete specification support the durability, quality, and engineered design expectations of your project? BetterMud.com's Electro-Chemical Process greatly enhances curing during the first 7 days of curing in concrete structures, which solves many concrete issues that impact the long-term performance and durability of concrete structures. BetterMud typically reaches full design strength within 7 days, rather than 28 days, which accelerates and accommodates tight construction schedules. BetterMud has 52% less shrinkage than any other standard concrete mix design during the initial 3-7 days after the concrete has been placed and finished BetterMud's Admixture can be used as a stand-alone admixture without BetterMud's Electro-Chemical© structuring equipment permanently installed in Ready-Mix plants. BetterMud attains the durability to resist freeze-thaw cycling by densifying the concrete, making BetterMud much easier to batch, transport, pump, place, and finish. BetterMud's water resistant admixture eliminates the cost of field testing related to the air content in concrete, which is a misnomer because typical air meter testing and roll meter testing can't differentiate between entrained air and entrapped air. The air meter test equipment that can differentiate between entrained air and entrapped air typically costs $2,000 more than the industry standard used at most job sites. BetterMud allows the application of any flooring, tile, or coating after allowing the concrete to cure for just days as opposed to 28 days for standard concrete mix designs. BetterMud stops moisture vapor transmission problems and helps reduce shrinkage cracking, cracking at cold joints, coating failure & delamination because it experiences 52% less shrinkage during the most critical 3-7 days of initial curing, allowing concrete to attain full design strengths within 7 days, not 28 days. Ready-Mix plants that have installed BetterMud's Electro-Chemical Process© produce superior concrete using BetterMud's proprietary water treatment devices in conjunction with BetterMud's Admixture/chemicals. While the same results can be achieved using BetterMud's Admixture without BetterMud's copyrighted Electro-Chemical process, water reducers and superplasticizers may need to be incorporated in order to achieve desired outcomes with regard to strength and workability. Stop making others work so hard by relying on outdated specifications that call for the use of air-entrainment technology that was first developed in the 1930's! Eliminate the cost of unnecessary roll meter testing/air meter testing at the job site, as well as the rejection of air entrained concrete that doesn't measure up, when timely use of that material, or replacement of that material, has a substantial impact on the concrete provider, as well as placing and finishing operations. Failing air tests in the field unnecessarily interferes with Ready-Mix Concrete producers and contractors responsible for delivering a quality concrete job at the job site. Reduce the effects of poor finishing practices. BetterMud was born out of adversity, adversity that anyone who works in the construction and concrete industry faces every day. Concrete, as we all have been told, has a mind of its own, until now! Quit fighting regular concrete and specify BetterMud! Seeing is believing! Experience the quality, peace of mind and freedom that extra finishing time, superior workability and water-resistant concrete can give your project using BetterMud. PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.. A. New Concrete: Liquid concrete waterproofing admixture. B. Existing Concrete: Spray applied concrete waterproofing treatment. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS A. Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete. 1.3 REFERENCES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section. A. ASTM International (ASTM): 1. ASTM C31 - Standard Practice for Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field. 2. ASTM C39 - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens. 3. ASTM C42 - Standard Test Method for Obtaining and Testing Drilled Cores and Sawed Beams of Concrete. 4. ASTM C172 - Standard Practice for Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete. 5. ASTM C666 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Concrete to Rapid Freezing and Thawing. 6. ASTM C1202 - Standard Test Method for Electrical Indication of Concrete's Ability to Resist Chloride Ion Penetration. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00. B. Product Data: 1. Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used. 2. Preparation instructions and recommendations. 3. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations. 4. Typical installation methods. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing Ready-Mix concrete materials specified in this section with a minimum of 2 years documented BetterMud mix designs and applications in the field. B. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum two documented BetterMud projects of similar scope and complexity, or the manufacturer's field oversight. 1.6 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE A. Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the Work. Attendees: To include Architects, Engineers, Contractors, and Trades involved. Agenda: To shall include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items and approvals. 1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Store and handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations. 1. BetterMud contains no volatile organic compounds or hazardous chemicals. 2. Handling BetterMud Spray-on Material: a. Material is generally safe to handle after it has been diluted with water and does not pose a threat to plants or animals, especially when diluted. b. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. c. Avoid breathing. d. Keep container closed in order to prevent evaporation. e. Promptly clean residue from closures with a damp cloth. f. Spills: Promptly dilute and clean up using an absorbent medium and disposed of in the local landfill. 1) Flush spill area as soon as possible with water to prevent permanent stains and/or hardened components from forming on surfaces. g. Loading/Batching Temperature: Above freezing or mixing operations that have hot water and/or stored aggregates above freezing. h. Flush pumps and equipment used to handle or transfer BetterMud using clean water after each use, especially if exposed to open air. 1) Permanent pumps used at Ready-Mix plants are closed systems which only require a visual inspection once a month. 3. Storage: a. Store in the original totes or clean plastic containers the BetterMud was originally shipped in. 1) Do not store in aluminum, copper, brass, zinc, or galvanized containers. b. Keep containers closed. c. Maintain separation from acids, reactive metals, ammonium salts and calcium chloride. d. Store in a cool, dry place. 1) Storage Temperature: Above freezing or 33 degrees F (1 degree C) and above. 2) Keep BetterMud from freezing. e. Jobsite Storage Containers: Protect and heat as necessary jobsite storage containers used to store BetterMud on site in order to prevent BetterMud from freezing. 1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Charts and mentioned in paragraph below are readily available on the manufacturer's website.. 1. General Contractors, Concrete Contractors, or Sub-Contractor: Must evaluate job site conditions using Concrete Time/Temperature and Wind Evaporation Charts to manage temperature, moisture, and wind evaporation. 2. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside of the manufacturer's recommended limits. 3. Do not use calcium chloride in conjunction with BetterMud. 4. BetterMud works best in cold weather conditions using non-chloride accelerators and/or hot water. 1.9 WARRANTY A. Manufacturer's standard limited warranty unless indicated otherwise. 1. Manufacturer's products are warranted only when used as an admixture, or spray-on material, in accordance with BetterMud.com documented instructions. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. Acceptable Manufacturer: BetterMud LLC, which is located at: 245 Beback Inn Rd. San Marcos, TX 78666 Tel: 704-408-6211 Email: request info (KurtKasler@gmail.com);Web: https://www.bettermud.com B. Substitutions: Not permitted. C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Section 01 60 00. 2.2 CONCRETE ADMIXTURE A. Performance and Design Requirements: 1. Proprietary mixture and Electro-Chemical process containing no hazardous ingredients as defined by OSHA and ACGIH. No known chronic hazards. a. Sinks and mixes with water. Only water evaporates from this admixture. 2. Test Results: a. ASTM C42: Conducted 24 hours after Spray-On applied applications of BetterMud: 1) A reduction in vapor emissions/vapor transmissions over 1,000 sq ft (94.9 sq m). a) Outgassing Decrease: From 11.02 lbs. down to 4.98 lbs (5 kg down to 2.26 kg). b. ASTM C666/C666M: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Compressive strength is nominal. Value will vary due to cure time, and concrete mix component ratios. 1) Concrete Core Samples: Compressive Strength: 4200 lbs (10905 kg). 2) Admixture increases compressive strength up to 23 percent depending on the amount and quality of Portland cement in the mix design in conjunction with the use of BetterMud's proprietary water treatment device installed at the provider's Ready-Mix Plant. a) Allow concrete to cure 8 days before conducting tests or applying floor covering systems. b) Permission may be granted to specialty trades to start the cleaning and preparation of BetterMud concrete surfaces and structures 7 days after concrete finishing operations conclude. c) Coatings and other floor coverings may be applied on the 8th day after the BetterMud was poured. 3) Exposed to 300 Freeze/Thaw Cycles: No damage or adverse affects. a) Field Test: Per ASTM C172. b) Test Specimens: Per ASTM C31. c) Laboratory Test Procedure: ASTM C39. c. ASTM C1202: Resistance to Chloride Ion Penetration. 1) Tested Control Cylinders after One Month: Moderate. 2) Tested Control Cylinders after Two Months: Very Low. 3. VOC Compliant per Rule 1113: Product to have Less than 100 VOC grams per liter. BetterMud does not contain any VOCs. 4. Cure Time: Using a quality mix design, with BetterMud, testing should come up to the design strength within 7 to 8 days. B. Basis of Design: Liquid Concrete Waterproofing Admixture for New Concrete as manufactured and supplied by BetterMud.com. 1. Pathways or capillaries in new concrete are created as newly placed concrete shrinks, resulting in bleed water being forced to the surface. a. The admixture creates a waterproof gel in the concrete which promotes curing and creates a dense waterproof concrete. 1) Normal formation of capillaries in the concrete is substantially altered by preventing bleed water from escaping to the surface, thereby reducing shrinkage and curling. 2. Physical Properties: a. Appearance: Syrupy liquid. b. Specific Gravity: 1.134. c. Color: Clear to hazy white. d. Percent Volatiles by Volume: 0. e. Odor: Odorless or musty odor. f. Solubility in Water: Miscible. g. Boiling Point: 212 degrees F (30 degrees C) h. Vapor Pressure: Unknown. i. Composition: Modified sodium silicate. 3. Fire and Explosion Data: a. Flash Point: Non-Flammable. b. pH (Percent Solution): Approximate 11.3 percent. c. Extinguishing Media: Non-applicable. d. Special Firefighting Procedures: Non-applicable. e. Flammability or Explosive Limits: Non-applicable. 4. BetterMud Features: a. Total Shrinkage: 52 percent less during the first 3 to 7 days of initial curing time of the concrete poured. b. Densified concrete which is water proof/resistant based on water/cement ratios when poured. c. Stabilizes soft aggregates such as limestone, preventing them from internally absorbing water out of the mix design. 1) The amount of initial uptake of water into soft aggregates is then released and moisture is reintroduced slowly back into the concrete as it cures. d. Reduces shrinkage cracks and curling on hot and windy days. e. Preserves the amount of water needed during placing and finishing by promoting a thixotropic condition that allows finishers to continue to work up grout to use to fill voids and achieve superior smooth or broom finishes. f. Concrete trucks and finishers have more time to work with concrete treated with BetterMud's admixture. 1) For Trucks: Greatly reduced consequences as a result of hot loads. 2) For Pumps: Easier to initiate pumping, more salubrious. Helps speed up the cleaning process because BetterMud, as it sets up, being water resistant, doesn't stick to the inside of hoppers, hoses and equipment like standard concrete does. 3) For Finishers: More time to work once the concrete is placed. g. BetterMud has self-cleaning properties due to the waterproofing characteristics which help make equipment such as concrete pumps and drums on trucks easier to clean and maintain. 1) Concrete pumps are more efficient because the admixture gel is highly salubrious. Pump operators comment that their pumps don't "hit so hard" when pumping BetterMud. h. Workability: The admixture gel, within the mix design, forces more of the fines in the mix design to the surface which maintains the strength of the surface instead of forcing bleed water to the surface which alters the water-to-cement ratio at the surface interface, which in turn, weakens the concrete. i. BetterMud helps prevent premature evaporation, shrinkage, and improper curing of newly placed and finished concrete after the concrete has achieved its initial set. C. Basis of Design: Spray Applied Concrete Waterproofing Treatment for Existing Concrete as manufactured and supplied by BetterMud.com. 1. A non-hazardous liquid waterproofing agent chemically formulated to react with the soluble hydroxides within the capillary structures of concrete. a. Product works by cross linking with the soluble hydroxides (salts) which remain inside the capillary structures in concrete. b. Promotes further hydration of undigested salts creating more tricalcium silicate within the existing capillaries, restricting the capillary size in treated structures resulting in water-resistant concrete. 2. Features: a. Prevents moisture vapor transmission through concrete slabs. b. Eliminates delamination of topically applied coatings; paints, sealers, mastics and underlayments. c. Helps stop efflorescence and impurities from being carried by water through concrete slabs, walls, and masonry structures. d. Leaves no surface residue. e. Functions as a waterproofing agent, not a water repellent. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Do not begin installation until the substrates have been properly constructed, cleaned, and prepared. B. If the substrate preparation is the responsibility of another trade, contractor, or installer, notify the Architect/Engineer in writing to address unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding. This includes areas that have been used as storage areas during the construction process, where equipment could have leaked oil, paints, stains, and chemicals that might have been stored. C. When reviewing batch tickets or while batching concrete, check to make sure that no air entraining admixtures and/or calcium chloride accelerators were/are used to assure the success of the spray-on application. Air-entrained concrete may be successfully treated using BetterMud's Spray-On product. BEWARE: Concrete containing calcium chloride will cause continuous delamination of coatings, mastics, and floor coverings. BetterMud should never be applied to concrete containing calcium chloride as an admixture. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation. B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions. C. Engineering Controls: Use with adequate ventilation. Keep containers closed. Clean water should be accessible. D. Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH-approved dust and mist respirator where spray mist occurs. Observe OSHA regulations for respirator use (29 C.F.R. and 1910.134). E. Skin Protection: Wear body-covering protective clothing and gloves. F. Eye Protection: Wear eye protection. G. Fully evaluate weather conditions forecast for the concrete pour in light of Concrete Temperature and Set Time Charts along with Wind Evaporation Charts. 1. When Relative Humidity During the Pour is Below 50 Percent: a. The Manufacturer recommends using Euclid Chemical's Eucobar - Evaporation Retardant, or equivalent. 2. BetterMud is not designed as a surface retarder. A quality surface retarder, such as Euclid Chemical's Ecobar should be used after the concrete has been laser screeded or screeded and floated. H. For best results when experiencing service delays or moving concrete pumps, use BetterMud's Spray-On material and spray the cold joint just prior to placing more concrete adjacent to the cold joint. I. BetterMud.com recommends using BetterMud's Spray-On material to finish with instead of water, especially if the weather is forecast to include low humidity, hot/dry and/or windy conditions on the day the BetterMud is placed and finished. 3.3 INSTALLATION OF BETTERMUD'S ADMIXTURE A. Install in accordance with BetterMud's instructions, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction. B. Product Application: BetterMud's Admixture: 1. Recommended Admixture Dosage: 14 ounces (0.4 kg) per yard of concrete or 1 gallon per 10 yards of Ready-Mix concrete. For cleanup loads/short loads of concrete the dosage rate of 14 ounces per yard must be used. BetterMud should be added at the Ready-Mix plant before the driver slumps the truck. BetterMud adds 1/2 inch (13 mm) of slump to a standard mix design without hurting the water/cement ratio. a. The Admixture can also be added to the concrete truck at the job site and mixed at high speed for at least 5 minutes before placement. b. Recommended Slump: 5 to 5.5. 2. BetterMud's Admixture is Not Compatible with the Following: a. NOT compatible with calcium chloride used in cold climates and winter mix designs. BetterMud is compatible with non-chloride accelerators. b. Not compatible with air entraining agents and admixtures. (Note: While BetterMud could technically be used with air entraining agents without damaging the concrete. BetterMud is designed to be a concrete densifier which works to fill capillaries in concrete and works best without air-entraining admixtures.) 3. Use BetterMud's admixture at full strength. Do not dilute. a. Thoroughly agitate product or stir with a drill and/or paddle mixer attachment to assure proper suspension of the solids in the BetterMud admixture. b. For ready-mixed concrete, add 14 oz (0.4 kg) of the BetterMud admixture per each cubic yard of pre-mixed concrete. 1) Mix thoroughly with a mechanical mixer for approximately 5 minutes at high speed if mixing on the jobsite using a transit mixer or any other means of mixing concrete other than a concrete truck. 2) For maximum workability during concrete pumping and placing operations superplasticizers can be added to the concrete mix design to create a more flowable mix without compromising the water/cement ratio. a) Adding more than the recommended 14 oz (0.4 kg) of BetterMud.com Additive per cubic yard of concrete will increase setup time slightly. b) If BetterMud is added at the jobsite, instead of at a Ready-Mix supplier's plant, BetterMud's admixture should be added immediately to the concrete truck once it arrives at the jobsite. The BetterMud concrete should be mixed thoroughly for a minimum of 5 minutes at high speed before pumping and/or placement operations start. c. The recommended dosage rate for the BetterMud.com admix, when mixed with all other Portland cement mixtures is 2 oz (0.06 kg) per 94 lbs (42.64 kg) bag of Portland cement. 3.4 INSTALLATION OF BETTERMUD'S SPRAY-ON PRODUCT A. BetterMud.com recommends using BetterMud's Spray-On material to finish with instead of water if hot, dry, or windy conditions are expected on the day the BetterMud is placed and finished. A dash brush may be used in lieu of a mechanical sprayer, pump sprayer or backpack sprayer. B. Job Type I For New Concrete, BetterMud's recommended "Best Practices": Non air-entrained concrete poured with BetterMud's Admixture incorporated into the mix design: 1. Concrete Finishers: Use BetterMud Spray-On product, instead of water, as a finishing aid to insure the BetterMud incorporated in the mix design is not weakened at the surface during finishing. 2. Again, during initial concrete placing operations on days with forecast low humidity, make sure you properly apply a surface retarder, such as Euclid Chemical's Eucobar Product after the laser screed has finished its pass over each bay, or after each bay has been screeded and floated. 3. Allow new concrete to cure 7 days prior to application of topically applied coatings such as paints, epoxies, sealers, mastics and underlayments. Coatings may be applied on the 8th day after finishing operations conclude. C. Job Type II For New Concrete: Non air-entrained concrete poured without BetterMud's Admixture. For new concrete pours using only BetterMud's Spray-On product as a means to cure and waterproof concrete: 1. Concrete Finishers: Use BetterMud Spray-On material, instead of water, as a finishing aid, then apply at least one even coat of BetterMud Spray over the entire concrete surface after finishing operations have concluded and you can walk on the new concrete without marring the concrete finish. 2. Again, during initial concrete placing operations on days with forecast low humidity, make sure you properly apply a surface retarder, such as Euclid Chemical's Eucobar Product after the laser screed has finished its pass over each bay, or after each bay has been screeded and floated. 3. Allow new concrete to cure 7 days prior to application of topically applied coatings such as paints, epoxies, sealers, mastics and underlayments. Coatings may be applied on the 8th day after finishing operations conclude. D. Job Type III For New And Existing Masonry and Stone: Full-Depth Sealer for Masonry and Stone: E. Deep Penetrating Sealer and Waterproofing Agent used to stop active leaching of water through walls and ceiling. Also helps to stop efflorescence from leaching through masonry. Application Rate: Varies between 200 to 300 sq ft per gallon depending on the porosity of the surface being treated. F. Job Type IV For Existing Concrete Surfaces And Structures: 1. Priming Existing Concrete Surfaces and Structures: The first step toward mastering the application process described below is to watch and review BetterMud's Spray-On product video available on-line at BetterMud.com under the 4th drop-down menu item titled, "Spray On." a. Determine if the surface is sufficiently porous to allow the BetterMud's Spray-On product to penetrate. 1) Hard troweled surfaces may have a limited absorption capacity. 2) Do not allow BetterMud Spray-On product to puddle or remain suspended on the surface for more than 5 minutes. Do not allow the product to puddle in low spots. a) Use a soft push broom, towel, or blower to remove and/or prevent the BetterMud Spray from remaining in low spots, on the surface, for more than 5 minutes. 3) If residue starts to appear on a hard troweled surface, rinse immediately with fresh water. Use a squeegee or light bristle broom to move the excess water used to flush and remove the residual unreacted BetterMud off the concrete surface. b. Prime and engage the wicking action of the entire concrete surface by spraying water over the surface in order to activate the capillary action of the concrete or masonry structure. 1) Once the entire area appears to be dry, immediately apply BetterMud Spray-On product using a low pressure application method only. a) The purpose of using a low pressure sprayer is to apply enough product to dampen the surface without flash drying. The product should visibly dampen the surface and remain damp-looking for several minutes as it penetrates the surface. 2) For "thirsty surfaces" apply enough BetterMud Spray-On to briefly reach the point of saturation where the surface remains damp before appearing to dry out completely. a) It is not unusual for old, carbonated concrete to initially require more of the BetterMud Spray-On product than newer surfaces and structures. b) If coatings are to be applied after treatment with BetterMud's Spray-On product, it's best to remove any carbonated layer of concrete first. To determine the extent of the carbonated layer that needs to be addressed, and removed, use a pH test solution that can be applied to the concrete using a small handheld spray bottle. Start by chipping your way through the carbonated layer of concrete using the PH solution in your spray bottle to reveal the average depth of the carbonated layer. To remove any layer of carbonation, the owner may elect to shot blast, scarify, or grind the surface until the pH test solution is testing bright red, indicating a high and healthy pH level for the areas being painted or surfaced with stains, polymers, mastics, and/or any other coating system. c) One hour after the BetterMud Spray-On application, wet down the entire surface area using clean/potable water in order to drive the product deep into the structure. Repeat this "wetting down" process, using clean water once an hour for 3 hours. After 3 hours of repeated water saturation, allow the surface to dry 24 hours before applying coatings or surfacing systems. 3) BetterMud's Spray-On material often drives out efflorescence, oil, acid, and other chemicals from within the capillary structures of the concrete being treated within the first 24 hours of application. 4) If, after 24 hours, substances are forced to the concrete or masonry surface, use TSP, or another concrete and coating compatible cleaning method, to permanently remove all foreign substances from the surface. 5) Cleaned areas may require sanding in order to remove contaminates and efflorescence. Once removed, these areas should be re-treated with BetterMud Spray-On product until no further purging of contaminates occurs. 2. For Vertical and Overhead Concrete Surfaces and Structures: a. BetterMud's Spray-On product may be applied directly to vertical and overhead structures that are actively leaking or show visible signs of moisture. 1) For dry concrete walls and ceilings, dampen the entire surface with water in order to activate the capillary action of the concrete or masonry surface. 2) Once the entire surface appears to be dry, immediately apply BetterMud Spray-On product using a low pressure application method only. b. Vertical and overhead surfaces require 3 light applications of BetterMud Spray-On material applied 20 minutes apart. BetterMud.com recommends trying a small test area first to determine the right amount of material to use without causing dripping or running material that can't absorb into the surface. While a light broom or blower might help disperse an application that is too heavy, it's best to maintain a light consistent application rather than to struggle with an application that was too heavy and aggressive. 3. For Polished Concrete Surfaces: a. Determine if the surface is sufficiently porous to allow the BetterMud's Spray-On product to penetrate. b. Hard troweled/slick surfaces may have a limited capacity to absorb the BetterMud Spray. Use a sufficient amount of BetterMud Spray-On product to keep the entire surface wet with BetterMud Spray for 30 minutes using a soft push broom or floor buffer. c. After 30 minutes, start using fresh water to drive the BetterMud Spray into the surface. Using the same push brooms or floor buffers, continue to keep the entire surface wet while brooming or buffing the product into the surface. d. Continue wetting the surface with water and working the product into the surface for an additional 20 minutes. e. Rinse the entire surface with fresh water while simultaneously using a squeegee, wet-vac, or ride-on floor machine to remove any remaining material or contaminates from the surface. The entire area should dry with no evidence of any chalky residue, efflorescence, dust, or dirt at the surface. 1) Monitor the surface closely as it first starts to dry, if any residue remains on the surface as if dries initially, continue to scrub, clean, and rinse the floor until no residue can be defected. f. BetterMud is recognized as a permanent aggregate stabilizer, hardener, and densifier for limestone, sea shell and coral aggregates which are common and are often used in the Central United States of America from Texas to Iowa, Florida, the Islands of Hawaii, and Trust Territories of The United States like Guam. 3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01. pH testing should be required where coatings will be applied to exterior concrete surfaces over 2 years old. B. Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's field services in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01. Manufacturer's services may be contracted, and a rate determined to perform on-site consulting services. 3.6 CLEANING AND PROTECTION A. Clean products in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations. Flush and clean all application tools and equipment, such as sprayers, dash brushes, concrete pumps, trucks, trowels, floats, trowel machines, and laser screeds with soap and water. B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion. The manufacturer should be consulted as to the compatibility of the repair products specified and used with BetterMud. END OF SECTION