Gator Nitro-X
Fine Joint Sand
GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND is the ideal air cure, low permeability jointing material. It is a ready-to-use mixture of calibrated fine sand and new proprietary resin formula which cures when exposed to air, hardening from top to bottom of the joint. The product can be installed in wet or dry weather. The Rapid Flow Technology makes it fast and simple to Install.
- Concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones
- Outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs
- Residential driveways with light vehicular use
- Patios, pool areas and walkways
- Traditional drainage base
- Permeable base
- Hybrid base
- Gator Base (for pedestrian use only)
- Joint width of 1/8” (3 mm) to 1/4” (6 mm) for outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs
- Joint width of 1/8” (3 mm) to 2” (50 mm) for concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones
- Joint depth min 3/4” (20 mm) to a max 2-3/8” (60 mm)
- RAPID FLOW TECHNOLOGY
- Fast and simple installation
- Xtra fine gradation jointing sand
- Xtra low permeability
- Apply rain or shine
- Xtra strength from top to bottom
- Works above 37°F (3°C)
* The concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs must have no movement prior to, or after the installation of GATOR NITRO-X into the joints. If the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs move or rotate, this is due to improper sub-base preparation. For clarity, GATOR NITRO-X, will not prevent lateral or rotational forces that are generated to the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs installations. Any movement on any paving material will void the warranty.
MAINTENANCE OF PAVED SURFACE
When maintaining the paved surface, apply Gator Shampoo to clean the entire surface including the stone joints. Wash, rinse and remove any residue by using a hose and a watering gun set to shower with the normal maximum water pressure from any residential or commercial building (typically 80 psi/550 kPa).
GATOR NITRO-X has a low permeability when installed. However, If not maintained properly, permeability will be obstructed over time. To avoid obstruction in the joints, periodically use a pressure washer to remove all dirt and debris. Wait 28 days after the initial application of GATOR NITRO-X before using a pressure washer
MOSS
GATOR NITRO-X will not cause nor prevent moss, mold or mildew. Moss, mold and mildew are caused by certain on-site conditions including excess moisture, shade, absence of ventilation, inadequate cleaning or maintenance, presence of soil or other organic debris left on the product.
The quantity required depends on the size of the joints. One pail of 27.5 lb (12.5 kg). Paver Or Stone 12″ x 12″ x 2-3/8″ (30 cm x 30 cm x 6 cm). Porcelain tile 24″ x 24″ x 3/4″ (60 cm x 60 cm x 2 cm).
Porcelain tile 24″ x 24″ x 3/4″ with 1/8″ joint width (60 cm x 60 cm x 20 mm with 3 mm joint width) • Paver or stone 12″ x 12″ x 2-3/8″ with joints 3/16″ to 1″ (30 cm x 30 cm x 60 mm with joints 5 mm to 25 mm) | Taupe | Platinum | Gunmetal | Black | Vanilla |
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1/8″ joint (Porcelain tile) | 374 sq. ft. | 348 sq. ft. | 348 sq. ft. | 323 sq. ft. | 374 sq. ft. |
3 mm joint (Porcelain tile) | 35 sq. m. | 33 sq. m. | 33 sq. m. | 31 sq. m. | 35 sq. m. |
1/8″ joint (Concrete paver) | 64 sq. ft. | 59 sq. ft. | 59 sq. ft. | 54 sq. ft. | 64 sq. ft. |
3 mm joint (Concrete paver) | 6 sq. m. | 5.5 sq. m. | 5.5 sq. m. | 5.1 sq. m. | 6 sq. m. |
3/16” joint (Concrete paver) | 38 sq. ft. | 35 sq. ft. | 35 sq. ft. | 33 sq. ft. | 38 sq. ft. |
5 mm joint (Concrete paver) | 3.6 sq. m. | 3.3 sq. m. | 3.3 sq. m. | 3.1 sq. m. | 3.6 sq. m. |
3/4” joint (Concrete paver) | 10.4 sq. ft. | 9.6 sq. ft. | 9.6 sq. ft. | 9 sq. ft. | 10.4 sq. ft. |
20 mm joint (Concrete paver) | 0.97 sq. m. | 0.9 sq. m. | 0.9 sq. m. | 0.84 sq. m. | 0.97 sq. m. |
1″ joint (Concrete paver) | 8 sq. ft. | 7 sq. ft. | 7 sq. ft. | 6.8 sq. ft. | 8 sq. ft. |
25 mm joint (Concrete paver) | 0.75 sq. m. | 0.69 sq. m. | 0.69 sq. m. | 0.65 sq. m. | 0.75 sq. m. |
Product | Size | Units per Pallet |
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GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND – Black | 27.5 lb (12.5 kg) | 48 |
GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND – Gunmetal | 27.5 lb (12.5 kg) | 48 |
GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND – Taupe | 27.5 lb (12.5 kg) | 48 |
GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND – Platinum | 27.5 lb (12.5 kg) | 48 |
GATOR NITRO-X FINE JOINT SAND – Vanilla | 27.5 lb (12.5 kg) | 48 |
PREPARATION INFORMATION (IMPORTANT NOTES)
- Always refer to the latest GATOR NITRO-X Technical Data Sheet (TDS) at AllianceGator.com before installing.
- The concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs must have no movement prior to, or after the installation of GATOR NITRO-X into the joints. If the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs move or rotate, this is due to improper sub-base preparation. For clarity, GATOR NITRO-X, will not prevent lateral or rotational forces that are generated to the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs installations. Any movement on any paving material will void the warranty.
- GATOR NITRO-X 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.
- GATOR NITRO-X must be installed above 37°F (3°C).
- Joint width of 1/8” (3 mm) to 1/4” (6 mm) for outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs.
Joint width of 3/16” (5 mm) to 2” (50 mm) for concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones. - Joint depth: Minimum 3/4” (20 mm) Maximum 2 3/8” (60 mm).
- Working time: Product must be applied within approximately 45 minutes.
- GATOR NITRO-X can only be used on a drainage base application.
- Paved surface can be used after 18 hours.
- Avoid power-washing for a minimum of 28 days after applying.
Option 1 Traditional Drainage Base
- Gator Fabric GF4.4 covering bottom and side of excavated area.
- Foundation of 4-6” (10-15 cm) compacted crushed stone (0-3/4” (0-20 mm)).
- Setting bed of 1” (25 mm) of sand or chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm) that will lock or choke*) (ASTM No. 9).
- Nail Gator Edge on the compacted crushed stone and insure the vertical section of the edge hugs the pavers, so no bedding material migrates out. See diagram 1.
Option 2 Permeable Base
- Gator Fabric GF4.4 covering bottom and side of excavated area.
- 4-6” (10-15 cm) of 1-1/2” (38 mm) plus of compacted crushed stone.
- 2” (50 mm) of ¾” (20 mm) net stone well compacted.
- Setting bed of 1-2” (25-50 mm) of chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm) that will lock or choke*) (ASTM No. 9).
- Spread and trowel Gator XTreme Edge on the 3/4” (20 mm) net and make sure the XTreme Edge hugs and lies 1” (25 mm) under the pavers. See diagram 2.
Option 3 Hybrid Base:
- Gator Fabric GF4.4 covering bottom and side of excavated area.
- Foundation of 4-6” (10-15 cm) compacted crushed stone 3/4” (20 mm).
- Setting bed of 1” (25 mm) of chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm) that will lock or choke*) (ASTM No. 9).
- Spread and trowel Gator XTreme Edge on the 3/4” (20 mm) net and make sure the XTreme Edge hugs and lies 1” (25 mm) under the pavers. See diagram 3.
* Choke refers to chip stones (ASTM No. 9 1/8” – 1/4” (3 mm – 6 mm)) setting bed that prevents the GATOR NITRO-X from migrating through the voids.
Option 4a Gator Base (Pedestrian use only)
- Gator Fabric GF4.4 covering bottom and side of excavated area.
- Setting Bed: Compacted sand 3/4” -1” (20-25 mm) or chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm) that will lock or choke*) (ASTM No. 9).
- Gator Base installation exceeding 6″ (15 cm) the final paved area.
- Same as traditional.
- Screw in the Gator Edge on the Gator Base at every 2nd hole and insure the vertical section of the edge hugs the pavers.
See diagram 4A.
Option 4b Gator Base (Pedestrian use only) with Gator Tile System
- Gator Fabric GF4.4 covering bottom and side of excavated area.
- Setting Bed: Installation of sand 3/4” -1” (20-25 mm) or chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm) that will lock or choke*) (ASTM No. 9).
- Gator Base installation exceeding 6″ (15 cm) the final porcelain tiles area.
- Install the porcelain tiles with the help of the Gator Spacer (1/8”, 3/16” or 1/4” (3 mm, 5 mm or 6 mm)) and the Gator XP glue to insure a mechanical bonding and the structural integrity of the system.
- Install Gator Tile Edge against the porcelain tiles and use Gator Base Screws at every second holes on the Gator Base.
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 is ready-to-use and does not require any mixing. After you have followed the REQUIRED SUB-SURFACE PREPARATION described above, you are ready to apply the GATOR NITRO-X. Installation will be easier with two people.
NOTE
- The concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs must have no movement prior to, or after the installation of GATOR NITRO-X into the joints. If the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs move or rotate, this is due to improper sub-base preparation. For clarity, GATOR NITRO-X, will not prevent lateral or rotational forces that are generated to the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs installations. Any movement on any paving material will void the warranty.
- 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 can be applied when the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs are installed directly on chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm)) that lock or choke* themselves. This means the GATOR NITRO-X will not migrate through the voids.
- Do not apply GATOR NITRO-X when the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs are installed directly on aggregates with large voids. GATOR NITRO-X will migrate through aggregates with large voids.
- By following GATOR NITRO-X installation instructions carefully, you will obtain a very hard jointing material.
- When installing concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs around an underground pool, a slope of 1/8 inch (3 mm) per linear foot (30 cm) away from the pool is mandatory.
- All concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs surfaces must have a drainage slope for the GATOR NITRO-X to work at its optimum.
- For the pool coping blocks, it is mandatory to use mortar in the joints. For the rest of the concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs installation around the pool, you can use GATOR NITRO-X.
* Choke refers to (when concrete pavers, concrete slabs, natural stones or wet cast stones and the outdoor porcelain tiles, porcelain pavers or porcelain slabs are installed directly on chip stones (1/8” to 1/4” (3 to 6 mm)) that lock or choke themselves. This means the GATOR NITRO-X will not migrate through the voids.)
STEP 2
Open the bag of GATOR NITRO-X and spread 1/3 of the contents over the paved surface. Thoroughly soak the GATOR NITRO-X with water while using a squeegee or a hard bristle broom to spread and mix, allowing the GATOR NITRO-X to flow into the joints. Continue applying water while using a squeegee or broom to push the GATOR NITRO-X diagonally across the paved surface and into the joints. This action compacts and forces the GATOR NITRO-X 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. Shower the surface to rinse off excess material from the paved surface. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the whole paving area is completed.
The joints are effectively rain safe immediately, although rain will delay the setting process. Full strength will be reached after 28 days. Surface can be opened to traffic after initial setting, approximately 18 hours in dry conditions above 75°F (24°C). 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.
Please note that when the product is used for other purposes (Mixed-use, commercial, institutional or other), the above terms apply except that the applicable period is reduced to 1 year from purchase. ALLIANCE DESIGNER PRODUCTS INC. excludes any responsibility for use of any GATOR NITRO-X for any installation not installed to manufacturer’s specifications.
THE PARTIES AGREE THAT REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE AS STATED IS THE ONLY OBLIGATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. IN ALL EVENTS, THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OR COSTS WHATSOEVER, (INCLUDING REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF SAND OR PAVERS) DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE MANUFACTURER EXCLUDES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE. ALLIANCE DESIGNER PRODUCTS INC. excludes any responsibility whatsoever for the presence of moss, mold, mildew, or similar factors that may occur on the product after its installation. The presence of moss, mold or mildew is caused by the particular on-site conditions, including excess moisture, shade, absence of ventilation, inadequate cleaning or maintenance, presence of soil or other organic debris left on the product after installation. ALLIANCE DESIGNER PRODUCTS INC. excludes any responsibility for use of GATOR NITRO-X for any installation not installed to manufacturer’s specifications . Alliance Designer Products shall not be liable for any non-compliant use.