The surface to be coated with Zircoat should be cleaned thoroughly.

Refractory surface should be cleaned with scraper or wire brush removing all loose pieces, particles etc.

Glossy surface should be roughened enough with an abrasive disc.

Before applying Zircoat, the surfaces of refractories, castables etc. should be dampened with water.

Metal surfaces, should be free from any grease, rust or oil. Grease or oil should be cleaned with trichloroethylene and rust with rustoline. The surface should be roughened enough with an abrasive disc or sand blasting.

Before mixing water to Zircoat powder, it should be thoroughly dry-mixed. Then water should be added and mixed homogeneously for better adhesion. The pasty mass should be consumed within the stipulated pot life of 8 to 10 hours.

Mixing, applying, drying and first firing should be done strictly according to the procedures laid down in the brochure.

If coating beyond 2mm is applied, it should be in multiple layers for proper drying.

After consuming part quantity, the left out Zircoat dry powder should be kept air tight to avoid absorption of outside moisture. This will ensure longer service life.