Stopgap F78 18kg Bottle

Original price was: £446.47.Current price is: £354.19.

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Why Choose This Floor?

Performance

Provides reliable waterproofing and controls residual construction moisture up to 95% RH, helping protect flooring systems from moisture-related issues.

Comfort

The ready-to-use, solvent-free formulation makes application cleaner and more convenient, with no mixing required.

Installation

Apply a minimum of two coats for effective moisture protection. The blue colour provides clear coverage control, while compatible smoothing compounds require no primer.

Maintenance

The resealable 18kg container allows convenient storage and helps keep the remaining product ready for future use.

Room Compatibility

Suitable for internal flooring applications where residual construction moisture needs to be controlled before installing compatible floor finishes.

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Technical Performance

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Product construction

Brand

F. Ball

Product

STOPGAP F78

Product type

Waterproof surface membrane

System

One-component, ready-to-use liquid

Pack size

18kg

Colour

Blue

Use

Internal floors

Dimensions and coverage

Coverage

Approx. 3.3m² per kg for a two-coat application

Approximate coverage per 18kg bottle

Approx. 59m²

Installation and warranty

Application method

Minimum two-coat application

Installation

Ready-to-use formulation; no mixing required

Drying between coats

Allow approximately 15–30 minutes after the first coat and approximately 30 minutes after the second coat at 20°C

Performance ratings

Maximum moisture control

Up to 95% RH

Application

Minimum two coats

First-coat drying time

Approx. 15 to 30 minutes at 20°C

Second-coat drying time

Approx. 30 minutes at 20°C

The substrate must be clean, absorbent, sound and mechanically prepared before application. Confirm and record moisture readings, then apply STOPGAP F78 evenly in two coats at the recommended coverage rate. Allow the membrane to dry fully before applying compatible smoothing compounds, adhesives or floor coverings.

Room Recommendations

Commercial Buildings

Residential Properties

Concrete Subfloors

Cement Screeds

Fast-Track Projects

Vinyl Flooring

LVT Flooring

Carpet Flooring

Product Information

STOPGAP F78 18kg is a ready-to-use waterproof surface membrane for controlling residual construction moisture in internal subfloors before installing new floor coverings. The larger pack is suited to extensive preparation areas where a fast, single-component system helps keep application straightforward.

Applied in at least two coats, F78 forms a moisture barrier for substrates with readings up to 95% RH. Its blue colour helps the installer check coverage as they work, while the solvent-free formula needs no mixing and can be resealed after opening for later use.

STOPGAP F78 18kg is a solvent-free, one-component liquid membrane for isolating residual construction moisture before a floorcovering is installed. It requires no mixing and is applied as a two-coat system to control moisture readings up to 95% RH.

Test and document the subfloor moisture content before installation. The background must be clean, sound and absorbent, with a structural damp-proof membrane in place. Remove contamination, laitance and surface hardeners, and repair uneven or damaged areas before application.

Shake the container before use. Apply the first coat by roller, working the material well into the prepared surface. When it becomes touch dry, apply a second undiluted coat at right angles to the first. Keep the floor temperature above 10°C while applying the membrane.

At 20°C, allow around 15–30 minutes for the first coat to dry and about 30 minutes for the second coat to cure. At the required two-coat rate, the 18kg bottle covers approximately 60m² on a smooth surface.

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Once STOPGAP F78 has dried, protect the membrane from contamination and physical damage until the next floor-preparation stage. Keep the surface clear of dust and do not expose it to unnecessary traffic or sharp tools.

Check the blue coating before it is covered. A uniform, pinhole-free finish is essential; apply an additional coat where the membrane has been absorbed into the substrate or weak areas remain visible.

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