FAQ
These FAQs provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Deflecta. For additional information, please enquiry on the contact us page.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® help to stop the mould?
The product will reduce the occurrence of mould
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Is DEFLECTA® FLYNN SEALERTM suitable for the exterior surface area?
Yes. It will perform better than oil based/epoxy products under UV (ultraviolet) conditions.
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Can DEFLECTA BONTANY® help to stop the mould?
The product will reduce the occurrence of mould
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Can DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM help to stop the mould?
The product will reduce the occurrence of mould
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® help to stop the mould?
The product will reduce the occurrence of mould
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Are there areas where you would not recommend DEFLECTA® FLYNN SEALERTM to be applied?
In any interior areas where the relative humidity is over 95% continuously.
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Can DEFLECTA STABILIZER® help to stop efflorescence?
The product will reduce the occurrence of efflorescence.
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Can DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM help to stop efflorescence?
The product will reduce the occurrence of efflorescence.
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® help to stop efflorescence?
The product will reduce the occurrence of efflorescence.
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How does Can DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® purge the waste materials and odours from the concrete matrix to the surface?
The product activates within the concrete matrix to kill bacteria which releases and purges contaminants/waste material and odours through to the surface.
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Can DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM kill bacteria?
Yes. The product is designed to kill bacteria and stay active both within and on the surface of the concrete.
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® kill bacteria?
Yes. The product is designed to kill bacteria and stay active both within and on the surface of the concrete.
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® help to stop efflorescence?
The product will reduce the occurrence of efflorescence.
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Can DEFLECTA MOISTURE SUPPRESSANT® be used as a moisture membrane?
No. The product is designed to suppress moisture. Not to be used as a moisture membrane.
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Can DEFLECTA STABILIZER® be used as a moisture membrane?
No. The product is designed to suppress moisture. Not to be used as a moisture membrane.
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Can DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM be used as a moisture membrane?
No. The product is designed to suppress moisture. Not to be used as a moisture membrane.
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® kill bacteria?
Yes. The product is designed to kill bacteria and stay active both within and on the surface of the concrete.
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Can DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® be used as a moisture membrane?
No. The product is designed to suppress moisture. Not to be used as a moisture membrane.
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What does the DEFLECTA® Flynn SealerTM do?
The product seals the surface and controls mould growth.
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How long until the area is trafficable for DEFLECTA SURFACE BINDER®?
After the application of DEFLECTA SURFACE BINDER® light traffic after 24 hours and fully cured at 7 days.
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How long until the area is trafficable for DEFLECTA TOPEL®?
After the application of DEFLECTA TOPEL® light traffic after 24 hours and fully cured at 7 days.
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How long before topical finishes/coatings can be applied?
If DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® was applied at the time of pour, topical finishes/coatings can be installed after 14 days. If DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® was applied to aged concrete greater than 28 days from time of pour, you must wait 24 to 72 hours.
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How does Can DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM purge the waste materials and odours from the concrete matrix to the surface?
The product activates within the concrete matrix to kill bacteria which releases and purges contaminants/waste material and odours through to the surface.
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How does Can DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® purge the waste materials and odours from the concrete matrix to the surface?
The product activates within the concrete matrix to kill bacteria which releases and purges contaminants/waste material and odours through to the surface.
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Is DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER® suitable for the exterior surface area?
Yes. It will perform better than oil based/epoxy products under UV (ultraviolet) conditions.
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Are there areas where you would not recommend DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER® to be applied?
In any interior areas where the relative humidity is over 95% continuously.
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What does the DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER® do?
The product seals the surface and controls mould growth.
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Where can we apply DEFLECTA® FLYNN SEALERTM?
You can apply DEFLECTA® FLYNN SEALERTM to any cementitious/ concrete/ render/ putty wall and ceiling to suppress mould growth.
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What does the DEFLECTA STABILIZER® do?
The product stabilises moisture within the concrete.
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What does the DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM do?
The product kills bacteria within and on the concrete surface, whilst stabilising the moisture content.
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Is this product Green Star compliant?
Yes. The product is compliant with Green Star Building Council of Australia.
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Is DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER® a water based or solvent based formulation product?
The product is a water-based product.
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Can DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER® help to cover the crack on the wall?
The product can hide the crack if the gap is less than 50 microns.
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What is the standard slip resistance of DEFLECTA TOPEL-O?
The product has a slip test classification of P3 – Burnished finish and P5 – Steel trowel finish.
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What is the standard slip resistance of DEFLECTA TOPEL®?
The product has a slip test classification P4 – Wet slip test result Burnished finish and P5 – Steel trowel or broomed finish.
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What does the DEFLECTA BOTANY® do?
The product seals the surface and controls mould growth.
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How long before topical finishes/coatings can be applied on DEFLECTA MOISTURE SUPPRESSANT®?
If DEFLECTA MOISTURE SUPPRESSANT® was applied to aged concrete greater than 28 days from time of pour, you must wait 24 to 72 hours.
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How long until the area is trafficable for DEFLECTA TOPEL-OTM?
After the application of DEFLECTA TOPEL-OTM light traffic after 24 hours and fully cured at 7 days.
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How long before topical finishes/coatings can be applied on DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL®?
If DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® was applied to aged concrete greater than 28 days from time of pour, you must wait 24 to 72 hours.
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Can all the DEFLECTA® products be applied to aged concrete?
Yes. All the DEFLECTA® products can be applied to aged concrete (any time after 28 days from time of pour).
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Can all the DEFLECTA® products be applied to new concrete?
No. Only DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL®, DEFLECTA STABILIZER® and DEFLECTA® COOPER CONTROLTM can be applied to new concrete (at the time of pour).
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Why do you broom the product around the floor area?
To allow the product to be evenly spread out and to prevent pooling.
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What are the consequences if the surface area to be treated is not cleaned properly before the application?
Possible product performance failure.
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What does the DEFLECTA SURFACE BINDER® do?
Seals the surface and assists with bacteria control.
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How long before topical finishes/coatings can be applied on DEFLECTA STABILIZER®?
If DEFLECTA STABILIZER® was applied at the time of pour, topical finishes/coatings can be installed after 14 days. If DEFLECTA STABILIZER® was applied to aged concrete greater than 28 days from time of pour, you must wait 24 to 72 hours.
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What does the DEFLECTA DEPEL® do?
The product repels moisture at the surface.
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What does the DEFLECTA MOISTURE SUPPRESSANT® do?
The product stabilises moisture within the concrete.
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What does the DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® do?
The product kills bacteria within and on the concrete surface.
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Why does the surface need to be clean before you apply your products?
To allow the product to penetrate or seal correctly a clean, dust free surface is required
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What does the DEFLECTA TOPEL-OTM do?
Densifies the concrete and repels oil.
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What does the DEFLECTA TOPEL® do?
Densifies the concrete and repels water.
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What does the DEFLECTA HEALTH SEAL® do?
Seals the surface to prevent moisture ingress.
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How long until DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® is required for another application, when applied under topical floor finishes?
Generally, when floor finishes are replaced you can re-apply DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL®. If there is no moisture concern, DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® can be applied.
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Where can we apply DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER®?
You can apply DEFLECTA MULTI SEALER® to any cementitious/ concrete/ render/ putty wall and ceiling to suppress mould growth.
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Where can we apply DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL®?
You can apply DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® to any cementitious/ concrete floor or render/ putty wall and ceiling to control bacteria and odours.
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Where can we apply DEFLECTA COOPER CONTROLTM?
You can apply DEFLECTA COOPER CONTROLTM to any cementitious/ concrete floor or render/ putty wall and ceiling to control bacteria and odours.
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Where can we apply DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL®?
You can apply DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® to any cementitious/ concrete floor or render/ putty wall and ceiling to control bacteria and odours.
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What should I do if the product gets onto glass etc?
Immediately remove the product with soapy water to avoid the product etching the glass.
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How long until the area is trafficable for DEFLECTA BOTANY®?
After the application of DEFLECTA BOTANY® light traffic after 24 hours and fully cured at 7 days.
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Can anyone apply the product?
Yes. Although training and certification is required to apply the products on commercial projects.
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Can the DEFLECTA® products be used internally and externally?
DEFLECTA SURFACE BINDER®, DEFLECTA MOISTURE SUPPRESSANT® and DEFLECTA HEALTH SEAL® are manufactured for internal surface applications, all other products can be applied to internal or external surface areas.
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What does the DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® do?
The product kills bacteria within and on the concrete surface, whilst stabilising the moisture content.
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How long until DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® is required for another application on exposed concrete?
DEFLECTA DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® has an Australian Government registration for bacteria control. Testing is recommended after 5 years to verify if the biocide is still active.
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How long until DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® is required for another application on exposed concrete?
DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® has an Australian Government registration for bacteria control. Testing is recommended after 5 years to verify if the biocide is still active.
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Does DEFLECTA MOISTURE SUPPRESSANT affect the adhesion under floor coverings?
No. As the products leaves a key at the surface, this allow moisture to dissipate. The surface will require a progress sand or light grind to remove any purged materials.
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Does DEFLECTA ANTIBACTERIAL® affect the adhesion under floor coverings?
No. As the products leaves a key at the surface, this allow moisture to dissipate. The surface will require a progress sand or light grind to remove any purged materials.
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Does DEFLECTA STABILIZER® affect the adhesion under floor coverings?
No. As the products leaves a key at the surface, this allow moisture to dissipate. The surface will require a progress sand or light grind to remove any purged materials.
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Does DEFLECTA ANTIMICROBIAL® affect the adhesion under floor coverings?
No. As the products leaves a key at the surface, this allow moisture to dissipate. The surface will require a progress sand or light grind to remove any purged materials.
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How long before topical finishes/coatings can be applied on DEFLECTA HEALTH SEAL®?
If DEFLECTA HEALTH SEAL® was applied to aged concrete wait 12 hours.