DAFS - CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT

DAFS - Concrete Masonry Unit

DAFS – Concrete Masonry Unit

Xi-DAFS are Direct-applied Finish Systems for use on ceilings and soffits, Concrete, CMU, ICF, Interior surfaces and screen walls. The areas must be protected from weather when applied directly to fiberglass faced exterior gypsum sheathing.

USES

Xi-DAFS can be used for all types of wall or soffit assemblies that desire the durable and flexible stucco acrylic finish but do not require a full wall assembly; unpainted soffits, ceilings, insulated concrete forms, interior drywall, foam shapes, masonry, stucco, brick and concrete.

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Components

Substrate
    Protected Soffits
  • ASTM C1177 glass mat faced sheathing
  • ASTM C1325 Type A Exterior cement-board
  • ASTM C931 Exterior Soffit Board
    • Exterior Walls
  • Concrete
  • Concrete masonry (CMU)
  • Poured concrete
  • Unpainted Brick
  • ICF
  • Foam Shapes on code compliant walls
    • Interior/Protected Walls
  • ASTM C1177 glass mat faced sheathing
  • ASTM C1325 Type A Exterior cement-board
  • ASTM C79/C1396 gypsum sheathing
Base Coat
  • Xi-Acrylic Base Coat
  • Xi-Dry Acrylic Base Coat
Reinforcing Mesh (Not required over CMU, Concrete, Brick)
  • Xi-Mesh
  • Xi-Mesh 6
  • Xi-Mesh 12
Primer (Optional per specification) – for decreased efflorescence and highest finish coat aesthetic performance.
  • Xi-Alkali Resistant Primer
Finish Coat – Integrally colored and textured. Unlimited color selection, dirt pick up resistant
  • Finish Coat – Integrally colored and textured. Unlimited color selection, dirt pick up resistant

Limitations

  • Ambient and surface temperature must remain above 40ºF (4ºC) during and for 24-hours after set has occurred.
  • Protect applied product from inclement weather until dry.
  • No additives are permitted to any components unless specifically approved by FXI.
  • Follow the application instructions for each component.
  • The substrate shall be free of oil, dust, dirt, form release agents, efflorescence, paint, sealers, moisture, and any other materials that prevent long term adhesion.
  • Maintenance Required: periodic cleaning, repair of cracks and impact damage if they occur, recoating to enhance appearance of weathered finish.

Advantages

  • Eliminates Lath and Plaster on soffits
  • Unlimited Finish Color and Texture Options
  • Highest quality Acrylic and Elastomeric finishes.
  • Durable Flexible Lamina for a protected wall.
  • Shorter construction schedule
  • Warrantable Assembly