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Condition cartridge by warming to at least 75°F. Use a hi-strength caulking gun with a 26:1 thrust ratio.

Surfaces should be clean, dry and sound before applying Form-A-Tread to ensure long term adhesion, durability and effectiveness.

Concrete should be cleaned with a stiff wire brush to remove surface contaminants. Use a vacuum to remove the remaining concrete dust.

Grease or oil soaked porous surfaces like concrete should be thoroughly cleaned with a power washer to remove these contaminants.

Very dirty, grease or oil contaminated non-porous surfaces like metal, fiberglass and composite wood should be cleaned with a solvent based cleaner.

Water based degreased/cleaner can also be used but with caution. If water based cleaners are not completely rinsed off of the surface after use they can act as a barrier and prevent proper adhesion.

For longest term adhesion, proper surface preparation is important, especially on smooth surfaces.

Here are the steps we have found to give best results:

• Remove old traction tape, adhesive residue and dirt
• Wipe surface with Acetone and clean cloth
• Use 30 to 40 grit sandpaper or flap wheel to roughen up / scratch surface where Form-A-Tread will be applied
• Wipe surface again with Acetone and clean cloth