Optic™ Translucent Silicone Coating

Surface preparation typically includes cleaning to remove contaminants, verification of substrate integrity, and repair of defects such as cracks or failed joints prior to coating application. Preparation requirements should be confirmed as part of system specification and façade condition assessment.

Optic architectural coating can accommodate minor substrate movement and bridge hairline cracks when applied as part of a correctly specified façade system. Structural cracks and active movement joints require appropriate preparatory repair or sealing prior to coating application.

Yes. Optic architectural coating is vapour permeable, allowing moisture vapour within the building envelope to escape while limiting the ingress of liquid water from external exposure. This balance supports long-term moisture management within masonry façade systems.

In suitable conditions, Optic architectural coating can form part of a façade remediation system designed to extend service life and reduce the need for full façade replacement. Final suitability is dependent on substrate condition, structural integrity, and system specification requirements.

Penetrating water repellents modify the surface tension within the substrate, whereas Optic architectural coating forms a continuous surface layer. This allows the coating system to provide surface protection and support crack-bridging capability, depending on system design.

Optic translucent coating can securely bond to most substrates, including brick, concrete, natural stone, stucco, masonry, wood, copper, EIFS, aluminum, glass, and many painted surfaces. Surface preparation and compatibility should be confirmed as part of system design.

Optic architectural coating is formulated to maintain the existing appearance of the substrate. It forms a translucent coating that preserves surface texture and visual character while providing a protective layer over the façade.

Yes. Silicone-based façade coatings can be formulated to resist liquid water while remaining vapour permeable. Optic architectural coating is designed to reduce liquid water penetration while allowing moisture vapour within the building envelope to escape.

Optic architectural coating is a vapour permeable, silicone-based façade coating used for the protection and restoration of exterior masonry and mineral substrates. It forms a continuous, translucent protective layer that helps reduce water ingress while maintaining the visual character of the existing façade.

Water ingress in masonry façades is typically managed through surface protection systems that reduce liquid water penetration while maintaining vapour movement through the substrate. Optic architectural coating is a vapour permeable façade coating system used in refurbishment applications where preservation of the existing substrate is required rather than full replacement.