Polybind Stone Dust is a unique mixture of polymer binders and calibrated stone available in Tan, Grey. Once Polybind Stone Dust sets, it becomes very firm and locks between the wetcast or natural stone joints while still retaining flexibility and providing a long lasting, durable jointing material. Polybind Stone Dust is recommended for a variety of uses including pool decks, patios, footpaths, and any other pedestrian applications.
Step 1
Install the wetcast or natural stones on a maximum 1” (2.5cm) bedding sand. Make sure that there is at least 6” (15cm) of compacted crushed stone under the bedding sand. See diagram 1.
Step 2
Make sure the wetcast or natural stone’s top surfaces are dry.
FOR NATURAL STONES: Using a hard-bristle, broom, sweep Polybind Stone Dust in between the full depth of the natural stone joints.
FOR WETCAST STONES: Using a scoop, carefully pour Polybind Stone Dust in between the full depth of the joints and avoid getting any Polybind Stone Dust on the wetcast stone surface.
Step 3
Hit the wetcast or natural stones with a rubber mallet; this will make the Polybind Stone Dust settle firmly into the joints by removing any air pockets. Repeat step 2 and this step 3 at least two more times.
Step 4
Using a soft, fine-bristle broom, sweep all excess Polybind Stone Dust off stone surfaces. Ensure that Polybind Stone Dust lies at least 1/8 inch (3mm) below the top of the wetcast or natural stones.
Step 5
Using a leaf blower, blow all Polybind Stone Dust residues off wetcast or natural stone surfaces.
Step 6
Shower a specific 50 sq. ft. area for 90 seconds.
Step 7
Continue to do the rest of the area at 50 sq. ft. area for 90 seconds.
Step 8
When the entire surface is done, rinse off any GATOR DUST residue off the surface.
Step 9
Use a leaf blower to remove any excess water remaining on the wetcast or natural stones pores and crevices. This blowing action is necessary to help remove any remaining Polybind Stone Dust residue left on wetcast or natural stones surfaces from the previous steps.
IMPORTANT: The water used in step 6 will activate a bonding action as well as condensing Polybind Stone Dust in the joints. Too much water will undo the dense compaction obtained during step 3 and reduce the final performance of Polybind Stone Dust.
PLEASE NOTE: Polybind Stone Dust becomes very firm but will detach from wetcast or natural stones if the crushed stone base has excessive movement. It will also detach from the wetcast or natural stones if the wetcast or natural stones are oscillating back and forth due to improper installation. By following Polybind Stone Dust installation instructions carefully, you will obtain a very hard jointing material. It should be noted that Polybind Stone Dust will continue to harden over time. Avoid excessive watering or flooding of wetcast or natural stone areas. When installing wetcast or natural stones around an underground pool, a slope of 1/8 inch (3mm) per linear foot away from the pool is mandatory. All wetcast or natural stone surfaces must have a drainage slope for the Polybind Stone Dust to work at its optimum. For the pool coping blocks, it is mandatory to use mortar in the joints. For the rest of the wetcast or natural stones installation around the pool, you can use Polybind Stone Dust. Do not sweep Polybind Stone Dust over asphalt.
The quantity required depends on the shape and size of the wetcast or natural stones as well as the width of the joints. One bag of 50 lbs (22.7 kg) of this product will cover between 20 to 30 square feet (1.86 to 2.79 m2) if the joints are about 1˝ to 2˝ (2.54 to 5.08 cm) wide and the stones are about 2˝ to 2-1/2˝ (5.08 cm to 6.35 cm) thick.
Products | Retail Size | Units per Pallet |
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Polybind Stone Dust – Tan | 22.7 kg (50 lbs) | 56 |
Polybind Stone Dust – Grey | 22.7 kg (50 lbs) | 56 |
Polybind Stone Dust is recommended for a variety of uses, including patios, walkways and pool decks. The wetcast or natural stones must be installed on a drainage base system: maximum of 1˝ (2.5 cm) of bedding sand, plus a minimum of 6˝ (15 cm) of crushed stone compacted at 98% Proctor density. (See diagram on left.)
Please note that this limited warranty applies only when the product is used for residential purposes exclusively. (Home owners or contractors using the product for single or multi-unit dwellings that are exclusively for residential use.) The manufacturer cannot guarantee results, as it has no control over surface and sub-surface preparation and product application. (Proper installation of natural or wetcast stones to ensure long-term stability of work, including granular foundation of certified crushed stone of 0-3/4˝ (0-20 mm) bedding layer and appropriate installation of borders in accordance with above specified method for applying product.) Also warranted when used with Gator Base. However, for a period of 15 years from purchase, the manufacturer agrees that, if the product is proven to be defective, and on the condition that it was installed pursuant to the method of application of surface and sub-surface preparation described above, then the manufacturer agrees to refund the purchase price. Proof of purchase is required for any claim.
THE PARTIES AGREE THAT REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE AS STATED IS THE ONLY OBLIGATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. IN ALL EVENTS, THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OR COSTS (INCLUDING REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF SAND OR Stones) WHATSOEVER, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE MANUFACTURER EXCLUDES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE.
Alliance Designer Products Inc. excludes any responsibility whatsoever for the presence of moss, mold, mildew, or similar factors that may occur on the product after its installation. The presence of moss, mold or mildew is caused by the particular on-site conditions, including excess moisture shade, absence of ventilation, inadequate cleaning or maintenance, presence of soil or other organic debris left on the product after installation.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL)
Please note that when the product is used for other purposes (Mixed-use, commercial, institutional or other), the above terms apply except that the applicable period is reduced to 1 year from purchase.
Alliance Gator excludes any responsibility for use of any Gator Polymeric Stone Dust for any installation not installed to manufacturer’s specifications.