Gator Nitro-X
Fine Joint Sand

PREPARATION INFORMATION (IMPORTANT NOTES)

  1. Always refer to the latest GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND Technical Data Sheet (TDS) at AllianceGator.com before installing.
  2. GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND can be installed rain or shine. Paving surface must be pre-wet before installation and must remain wet throughout the installation process or staining may occur.
  3. **** GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND is an Extremely Strong and Rigid Jointing Material.
  4. For Pedestrian and Vehicular Applications.
  5. GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND must be installed above 37°F (3°C).
  6. Joint Width: Minimum 1/8” (3 mm) Maximum 2” (50 mm). ****
  7. Joint Depth: Minimum 3/4” (19 mm) Maximum 2 3/8” (60 mm). ***
  8. Working Time: Approximately 45 minutes.
  9. GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND can only be used on a drainage base application.
  10. Paved surface can be used after 18 hours.
  11. Avoid power-washing for a minimum of 28 days after applying.

 

*** Gator Nitro-X Fine Joint Sand will harden from top to bottom up to 2 3/8″ (60 mm).
**** Ensure there is ABSOLUTELY NO paver, porcelain tile or stone movement prior to installation to prevent joint cracking.

REQUIRED SUB-SURFACE PREPARATION AND FOUNDATION OPTIONS

GATOR NITRO-X JOINT SAND is recommended for a variety of uses, including patios, walkways, pool decks and driveways. The pavers, porcelain tile, natural or wet cast stones must be installed on one of the 2 base systems below:

DRAINAGE BASE

 Crushed Stone Base (0-3/4”) with Sand or Chip Setting Bed (ASTM No.9).

GATOR BASE

Installation with Sand or Chip Setting Bed (ASTM No.9) (Pedestrian use only).

Installation Instructions

Designed for pedestrian and vehicular applications, GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND is ready-to-use and does not require any mixing. After you have followed the REQUIRED SUB-SURFACE PREPARATION described on the right-side panel, you are ready to apply the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND. Installation will be easier with two people.

STEP 1

Ensure paver surface is compacted then thoroughly wet the area to be jointed. If the surface is dry or temperature is high, more water will be required to avoid staining of the surface when spreading the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND.

STEP 2

Open the bag of GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND and spread 1/3 of the contents over the paved surface. Thoroughly soak the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND with water while using a squeegee or a hard bristle broom to spread and mix, allowing the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND to flow into the joints. Continue applying water while using a squeegee or broom to push the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND diagonally across the paved surface and into the joints. This action compacts and forces the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND into the joints ensuring the gaps are filled. Ensure joints are completely filled before moving on to the next section. Use a hard bristle broom for textured surfaces and final joint height setting.

STEP 3

The joints should be filled 1/8″ (3 mm) below the top surface or 1/8″ (3 mm) below the selected paving material chamfer with the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND. Shower the surface to rinse off excess material from the paved surface. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the whole paving area is completed.

STEP 4

Any excess GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND residue left on the paved surface can be simply cleaned off by brushing and rinsing off the surface. Excess material can be stored directly in the pail with 2″ of water covering the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND and closing the pail tightly. Excess product will last an extra 4 weeks when stored in this fashion. For a nicer, smoother surface joint finish, use a suitable mason jointing tool. This process can only be done once Steps 1 to 4 are completed and the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND is in its curing phase. Allow 18 hours of cure time before use.

NOTE

There is no need to protect treated joints from rain while setting. Although the presence of rain will delay the setting process. Full strength: 28 days but surface can be walked on after 18 hours. If heavy rain has occurred when the joints have been pointed, then it may be necessary to revisit the job once the weather has cleared to touch up joints.

GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND can be applied when pavers, porcelain tiles, Wet cast or natural stones are installed directly on open graded aggregates that lock or choke themselves. This means the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND will not migrate through the voids. Do not apply Gator Nitro-X Fine Joint Sand when the pavers, outdoor porcelain tiles, Wetcast or natural stones are installed directly on aggregates with large voids.

GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND becomes very firm but will detach from pavers, outdoor porcelain tiles, Wet cast or natural stones if the sub-base has excessive movement. It will also detach or crack from the pavers, porcelain tiles, Wet cast or natural stones, if they are oscillating back and forth due to improper sub-surface preparation.

By following GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND installation instructions carefully, you will obtain a very hard jointing material. It should be noted that GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND will continue to harden over time. When installing pavers, porcelain tiles, Wet cast or natural stones around an underground pool, a slope of 1/8″ (3 mm) per linear foot (30 cm) away from the pool is mandatory. All pavers, porcelain tiles, Wet cast or natural stone surfaces must have a drainage slope for the GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND to work at its optimum. For the pool coping blocks, it is mandatory to use mortar in the joints. For the rest of the pavers, porcelain tiles, wet cast or natural stones installation around the pool, you can use GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND.

Before applying the product, the user/buyer must determine its suitability for intended use and user/buyer assumes all risks in that regard. It is a condition of the Limited Warranty that before using the product on the intended larger area, the user/buyer must test the product on a small less observed area of approximately 4 sq. ft. (0.4 m2) to ensure results meet user/buyer’s expectations. If no test is carried out, the Limited Warranty will only apply to 4 sq. ft. (0.4 m2). Alliance Designer Products Inc. cannot guarantee results as it has no control over surface preparation and product application. If this product is proven to be defective, on the condition that it was applied pursuant to the required method of application and surface preparation, the sole obligation Alliance Designer Products Inc. is to refund the purchase price. Proof of purchase is required for any claim. Alliance Designer Products Inc. shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever, direct or consequential. To the extent permitted by law, Alliance Designer Products Inc. excludes any implied warranty of quality, merchantability or fitness for purpose. Alliance Designer Products shall not be liable for any non-compliant use.