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Dayton Superior Aquafilm Concentrate J74 5 Gallon 69731

Dayton Superior AquaFilm Concentrate J74 is a water-based evaporation retardant in a 5 gallon pail, diluted 9 to 1, for concrete finishing in hot or windy weather. The film slows moisture loss during finishing so plastic shrinkage has less time to open.

  • Dilute 9 to 1; one concentrate gallon yields 10 gallons finished
  • After dilution, coverage is about 200 to 400 sq ft per gallon
  • Blue fugitive dye shows coverage, then fades
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Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74

Dayton Superior AquaFilm Concentrate J74 is a water-based evaporation retardant for fresh concrete finishing. It is used on hot, windy, or low-humidity placements to slow surface moisture loss and reduce plastic shrinkage cracking. This 5 gallon pail dilutes 9 to 1 with potable water. After dilution, coverage is about 200 to 400 sq ft per gallon. A blue fugitive dye shows coverage, then fades.

Key Features

  • Water-based concentrate holds moisture in the slab during finishing
  • 9 to 1 dilution yields 10 gallons of finished spray from each concentrate gallon
  • Blue fugitive dye shows coverage, then fades
  • Plastic shrinkage has less time to open on hot, windy days
  • VOC stays under 50 g/L

Applications

  • Hot, windy, or low-humidity flatwork during finishing
  • Low water-cement mixes, silica-fume mixes, and shake-on hardeners
  • Heated interior winter pours that dry the surface too fast

Technical Specifications

Property Value
Chemistry Water-based evaporation retardant concentrate
Dilution 9 parts water to 1 part concentrate
Coverage after dilution 200 to 400 sq ft/gal
Yield 1 gal concentrate makes 10 gal finished
VOC Less than 50 g/L
Dye Blue fugitive, fades
Pack 5 gallon pail
Product code 69731
Shelf life 12 months; keep from freezing
Apply After screeding, as a fine mist

Product documents: Dayton Superior AquaFilm Concentrate J74 Data Sheet (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

What finishing work is Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74 used on?
Fresh concrete flatwork in hot, windy, low-humidity, or heated-interior conditions, including silica-fume mixes and shake-on hardeners.

What pail size is Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74?
This listing is the 5 gallon pail, code 69731. Dilute 9 parts potable water to 1 part concentrate.

What coverage does Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74 typically give?
About 200 to 400 sq ft per gallon after dilution. One concentrate gallon makes 10 gallons of finished spray.

What dye does Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74 have?
A blue fugitive dye for coverage checks. The color fades and does not stain the concrete.

What VOC content does Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74 have?
Less than 50 g/L. The concentrate is water based and has no odor.

What re-spray does Dayton Superior AquaFilm J74 allow?
In severe drying, a second mist can go down between finishing passes. Place it after screeding with a low-pressure sprayer.