Base/Skim, Bond and Broom Coat

PI.026 – QUICK NOTES: Base/Skim, Bond and Broom Coat

Revised: 4.1.08

The following guide is designed to assist the experienced installer with the application of a base/skim coat (first coat before all cementitous applications), bond coat (the wet coat between a skim coat and a thin stamp coat) or broom coat (the coat applied to a base/skim coat that is to be broomed). Before the application of a base/skim coat, bond coat or broom coat please read and understand the Product Information Sheets, Technical Data Sheets and Material Safety Data Sheets pertaining to all of the products to be used. Improper preparation, application or understanding of other important variables may result in job failure and/or personal injury.