SECTION 07 18 00 TRAFFIC COATINGS Copyright 2026 - 2026 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Sherwin-Williams; Paints, Primers, and Coatings. This section is based on the products of Sherwin-Williams, which is located at: 1 Sherwin Way Cleveland, OH 44113 Toll Free Tel: 800-4-SHERWIN (474-3794) Tel: 216-566-2000 Fax: 216-566-1392 Email: specifications@sherwin.com Web: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/architects-specifiers-designers; https://www.sherwin-williams.com/full-spectrum-possibilities; https://www.swspecs.com [ https://arcat.com/company/sherwin-williams-35477 ] for additional information. About Sherwin-Williams. For more than 150 years, Sherwin-Williams has been an industry leader in the development of technologically advanced paint and coatings. Sherwin-Williams has satisfied the coating and color needs of the architectural and design community for both commercial and residential projects. We are a global leader in the manufacturing, development, distribution and sale of paint, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. Sherwin-Williams is dedicated to supporting architects, specifiers, designers and painting professionals with exceptional and exclusive products, resources to make confident product and color selections and expert, personalized service at its more than 4,300 stores across North America, with more than 5,000 stores and facilities supporting 120 countries worldwide. One Partner Every Step of the Way. Sherwin-Williams is your one partner for every project, simplifying the specification process from pre-design through operation - supporting the entire life cycle of the building. Our building products seamlessly blend aesthetics, performance and sustainability attributes, allowing you to design innovative spaces that inspire. Sherwin-Williams strives to make your job easier by streamlining our suite of coating solutions to simplify specifications into a one-stop shop for any project. Our products can help you meet important performance and sustainability criteria for any project. This, in turn, may help save money, improve energy efficiency, lower carbon emissions and support a healthier built environment. Our knowledgeable Architectural Team is your go-to partner for coating recommendations, specifications support and color tools. Our dedicated experts support the entire life cycle of a project, from specification through construction to operation and maintenance. We forge connections with designers, general contractors, product manufacturers and subcontractors throughout the project life cycle. These relationships help ensure projects stay on time and on budget and exceed design expectations. PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES A. Waterproof coatings for pedestrian and vehicular traffic surfaces, including parking decks. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. 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 D412 - Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers--Tension; 2016 (Reapproved 2021). 2. ASTM D471 - Standard Test Method for Rubber Property--Effect of Liquids; 2016a (Reapproved 2021). 3. ASTM D624 - Standard Test Method for Tear Strength of Conventional Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers; 2000 (Reapproved 2020). 4. ASTM D2240 - Standard Test Method for Rubber Property--Durometer Hardness; 2015 (Reapproved 2021). 5. ASTM D2369 - Standard Test Method for Volatile Content of Coatings; 2020. 6. ASTM D2697 - Standard Test Method for Volume Nonvolatile Matter in Clear or Pigmented Coatings; 2022. 7. ASTM F1869 - Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride; 2023. 8. ASTM F2170 - Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using in situ Probes; 2019a. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. See Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures. B. Product Data: 1. Include product characteristics and limitations. Identify dissolving solvents, fuels, and potential destructive compounds. 2. Include surface preparation requirements. C. Details of waterproofing system including material specifications, thicknesses, and details at joints, cracks, upstands, walls, drains, and termination points. D. Samples: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete initial selection options not required. 1. For Initial Selection: By Owner for each type of finish specified. 2. For Initial Selection: By Architect for each type of finish specified. 3. For Initial Selection: By _____ for each type of finish specified. 4. Cured membrane, ____by____ inch (____by____ mm) in size, illustrating color, surface texture, and variations for each product specified. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete sample quantities option not required. a. Sample Quantities: Two. b. Sample Quantities: _____. 5. For Verification: Cured membrane, ____by____ inch (____by____ mm) in size, illustrating color, surface texture, and variations for each product type selected. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete sample quantities option not required. a. Sample Quantities: Two. b. Sample Quantities: _____. 6. Stepped samples on backing large enough to illustrate build-up of traffic coatings. 7. Colorants added to materials. E. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Include special field conditions required to install traffic membrane and potential incompatibilities with adjacent materials. F. Applicator's qualification statement. 1. Submit applicator's list of successfully completed coating system projects, including project name and location, name of architect, and type and quantity of coating systems applied. G. Material test reports for each traffic coating. H. Field Quality Control test reports. I. Maintenance Data: 1. Identify substrates and types of traffic coatings applied. 2. Include manufacturer's written maintenance instructions. J. Warranty: Submit manufacturer standard warranty and ensure forms have been completed in Owner's name and registered with manufacturer. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products of the type specified in this section, with not less than ten (10) years of documented experience. B. Applicator Qualifications: Company specializing in performing installation of traffic membrane, with minimum five (5) years documented experience in application of coatings systems of similar type to the Work in this Section. C. Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include mock-up if the project size or quality warrant the expense. The following is one example of how a mock-up might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project. D. Mock-Ups: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Determine mock-up strategy by reviewing 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements, decide on extent of mock-up requirements and edit this paragraph and this Article in coordination. 1. See Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements for additional requirements. 2. Construct ________ mock-up, ____ feet (____ m) long by ____ feet (____ m) wide, with traffic coating system applied to representative substrate. 3. Locate as indicated on drawings. 4. Remove and reapply mock-ups until approved by Architect. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following option not required. 5. Mock-up may remain as part of work. 6. Mock-up may not remain as part of work. 1.6 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE A. Pre-installation Conference: Conduct conference at Project Site a minimum of one (1) week prior to commencement of Work of this section. 1. Attendees to Include: a. Architect. b. General Contractor. c. Applicator. d. Manufacturer's Technical Representative. e. _______. 2. Agenda: a. Review schedule. b. Review substrates. c. Review mock-up requirements. d. Review manufacturer's installation requirements. e. Review materials and locations. f. Review moisture testing of concrete, protection of in-place conditions, surface preparation, application, protection, and coordination with other work. g. _______. 1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly identifying product name, manufacturer, and batch number. B. Store and handle materials in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions. C. Store materials in clean, dry area indoors between 65 and 90 Degrees F (18 and 32 Degrees C). D. Keep materials in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packing until application. E. Store materials out of direct sunlight. F. Keep materials from freezing. G. Protect materials during storage, handling, and application to prevent contamination or damage. H. Keep away from fire or open flame. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Establish any physical or environmental limitations relevant to work of this section. These might include, for example, acceptable temperature ranges, the need for ventilation, or light levels required for proper installation. 1.8 FIELD CONDITIONS A. Do not apply coating system under field conditions and temperatures outside of the manufacturer's written limits. B. Ambient Conditions: 1. Substrate temperature should be between 60 and 90 Degrees F (15 to 32 Degrees C) throughout application. 2. Substrate temperature must be at least 5 Degrees F above the dew point. C. Material should not be applied in direct sunlight, if possible. D. Restrict traffic from area where materials are being installed or are curing. 1.9 WARRANTY A. See Section 01 78 00 - Closeout Submittals for additional warranty requirements. B. Manufacturer Warranty: Provide manufacturers standard material warranty. C. Extended Correction Period: Correct defective work within two (2) year period commencing on Date of Substantial Completion. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Sherwin-Williams, which is located at: 1 Sherwin Way Cleveland, OH 44113; Toll Free Tel: 800-4-SHERWIN (474-3794) Tel: 216-566-2000 Fax: 216-566-1392 Email: specifications@sherwin.com Web: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/architects-specifiers-designers https://www.sherwin-williams.com/full-spectrum-possibilities https://www.swspecs.com ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions. B. Substitutions: Not permitted. C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Section 01 60 00. 2.2 TRAFFIC COATINGS A. Elastomeric Traffic Coating System: Liquid applied, elastomeric, water-resistant membrane system with integral wearing surface for pedestrian traffic and vehicular traffic. 1. Aggregate: Fine silica sand. 2. System Thickness: 1/16-inch (1.59 mm). 3. Texture: As required to achieve slip-resistant finish. 4. Products: a. High-Performance Flooring: Resudeck III as manufactured by Sherwin-Williams. 1) Prep: Surface Profile CSP 3-5. 2) Primer: Resudeck FLP-E. 3) Base Coat: Resudeck FHS, with 16-30 mesh silica sand broadcast. 4) Topcoat: Resudeck FLA. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the second topcoat option if not required. 5) Second Topcoat: Resudeck FLA. 5. Pigment Color: As selected by Architect. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include further detail as needed for Cove base. 6. Cove: As selected by Architect. 2.3 ACCESSORIES A. Filler and Primer: As recommended by membrane manufacturer. B. Sealant: As recommended by membrane manufacturer, and compatible with system and adjacent materials. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Verify substrate is ready to receive work, surface is clean, dry, and free of substances that could adversely affect bond. B. Concrete Requirements: 1. Minimum Compressive Strength: 3,000 psi. 2. Minimum Cure: Twenty-eight (28) days. 3. Structurally sound. 4. Sloped for proper drainage. C. Moisture Testing of Concrete: Perform at least one of the following two tests to determine moisture in concrete. 1. Calcium Chloride Test: In accordance with ASTM F1869. a. Obtain results below 3-pounds per 1,000 square feet over a 24-hour period. b. If test results are above limits, notify Architect and coating system manufacturer. 2. In-Situ Probe Test: In accordance with ASTM F2170. a. Application of parking deck coating system can start only if test results are below 75 percent relative internal concrete humidity. b. If test results are above limits, notify Architect and coating system manufacturer. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Clean substrate surface free of foreign matter. B. Patch concrete substrate with filler to produce surface conducive to bond. C. Mechanically remove loose, delaminated, and damaged concrete and repair in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. D. Treat cracks and joints in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. E. Protect adjacent surfaces. 3.3 INSTALLATION A. Apply system materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. B. Finish to smooth surface sloped to drains. Cove at vertical surfaces. C. Apply sealant to junction of horizontal and intersecting surfaces to achieve watertight seal. 3.4 PROTECTION A. Allow a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours for parking deck coating system to dry before permitting light pedestrian traffic. B. Allow a minimum of seventy-two (72) hours for parking deck coating system to dry before permitting heavy pedestrian or vehicular traffic. C. Allow a minimum of one (1) week for parking deck coating system to dry before cleaning by mechanical means. D. Do not permit traffic over unprotected surfaces. END OF SECTION