Rescryl Car Park Deck System — How to Apply (Overview)
Applying a durable, seamless deck coating (illustration only)
⚠️ Important Disclaimer: This page is for illustration purposes only. It is not a full installation manual and does not replace manufacturer data sheets, professional design, or building regulations. Site conditions vary. Clever Shield Ltd accepts no liability for actions taken based on this information. Always follow current Rescryl documentation and consult competent professionals.
Rescryl is a high-performance, liquid-applied car park coating system for top decks, intermediate levels, basements and ramps. When applied in the correct sequence with the right accessories, it delivers seamless waterproofing, crack-bridging, anti-slip traction and chemical/abrasion resistance suitable for UK car parks. This overview shows a typical application approach.
1) Where Rescryl is commonly applied
- Top (exposed) decks: Waterproof, UV-resistant finishes that resist weathering and de-icing salts.
- Intermediate levels: Flexible builds with tough wearing layers.
- Basement decks: Options for damp-tolerant priming and robust non-slip finishes.
- Ramps & turning zones: Heavier aggregate broadcasts for high traction.
- Pedestrian walkways & bays: Colour-coded zones and line marking.
2) Typical application sequence (illustration only)
- Substrate preparation: Shot-blast/diamond grind; remove laitance, coatings and contaminants. Repair spalls and cracks with compatible mortars. Honour movement joints.
- Moisture control (if needed): Apply an epoxy moisture suppressant or damp-tolerant primer where residual moisture is present, following the data sheet.
- Primer: Apply the matched Rescryl primer for the substrate (concrete/asphalt/metal). Lightly seed quartz into wet primer if a mechanical key is required.
- Elastomeric base/membrane: Stripe-coat and reinforce details (joints, corners, penetrations). Apply the membrane to the stated wet-film thickness (WFT).
- Wearing course: Apply the heavy-duty Rescryl coat and broadcast graded quartz to refusal to achieve the target slip resistance.
- Topcoat/sealer: Encapsulate aggregate with a UV-stable Rescryl finish (matt/gloss) for cleanability and durability.
- Line marking: Apply compatible Rescryl colours for bays, walkways and symbols.
3) Area-by-area pointers
| Area | Application focus | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Top deck | Waterproof base → quartz wearing course → UV topcoat | Prioritise waterproofing, UV stability and de-icing salt resistance. |
| Intermediate | Crack-bridging base → durable wearing course | Balance flexibility with abrasion resistance. |
| Basement | Moisture control (if needed) → resilient build | Consider damp-tolerant primer and ventilation/condensation risks. |
| Ramps/turning | Heavy aggregate broadcast → higher DFT topcoat | Target higher wet pendulum values for traction. |
4) Curing & return to service
- Apply within temperature/humidity limits; check dew point to avoid condensation.
- Reopen in stages: inspection → pedestrian → vehicular, following product cure times.
5) QA checks & common pitfalls
- Poor bond: Usually prep/contamination—improve mechanical preparation and cleanliness.
- Low traction: Insufficient/incorrect aggregate—adjust grade and loading to meet the slip target.
- Pinholes/holidays: Thin films—measure WFT/DFT and re-coat locally.
- Missed overcoat window: Abrade and re-prime per data sheet before continuing.
Product availability
All Rescryl components—primers, elastomeric base, wearing course, UV topcoats, line marking, aggregates, tapes and sealants—are available directly from Clever Shield Ltd. Use the website search bar or browse our car park/waterproofing categories to build your project kit.
⚠️ Legal Notice: This content is a general, illustrative overview. It is not a project specification and may not suit all properties. Requirements, regulations and product guidance can change. Clever Shield Ltd provides this information “as-is” without warranty. Always follow current Rescryl data sheets and consult qualified professionals before commencing work.