-coat West- Luxe 4 -

The “4” in LUXE 4 signifies a sequential layering process. Each layer has a distinct function:

| Layer | Name | Function | Cure Time (approx.) | |-------|------|----------|---------------------| | 1 | Base Prep (LUXE Clean) | Surface decontamination & pH-neutral cleansing; removes old waxes, silicones, and embedded dirt. | N/A (wipe-off) | | 2 | Primer Bond (LUXE Link) | Chemical adhesion promoter; fills micro-porosity in clear coat or substrate. | 15-20 min | | 3 | Core Ceramic (LUXE Shield) | 9H hardness SiO₂ + SiC matrix; primary scratch resistance, UV block, and hydrophobics. | 1-2 hrs (tack-free) | | 4 | Top Coat (LUXE Gloss) | Low-friction fluoropolymer top layer; enhances slickness, self-cleaning effect, and water contact angle (>115°). | 24 hrs full cure |

Based on technical data sheets for comparable LUXE-series coatings: -Coat West- LUXE 4

For the contractors and facility managers reading this, here is what the spec sheet actually translates to in real-world terms.

1. The "Wet Look" Depth Most clear coats are roughly 70-80% transparent. The remaining percentage is plasticizer or ambering agents. The -Coat West- LUXE 4 achieves 94% light transmission. When applied over a stained concrete floor or a carbon fiber panel, the substrate appears to float below the surface. It doesn't look like plastic; it looks like a resinous lens. The “4” in LUXE 4 signifies a sequential

2. Extreme Aliphatic Resilience Traditional aromatic coatings turn yellow when exposed to UV light. Aliphatic coatings resist yellowing but are often soft. The LUXE 4 uses a hybrid aliphatic-isocyanate complex. The result? Zero ambering after 5,000 hours of QUV weatherometer testing. You can put this on a west-facing patio in Arizona without the dreaded yellow haze.

3. The "Slide" Coefficient Here is a counterintuitive benefit: the LUXE 4 is incredibly hard (85 Shore D), yet it offers a slip coefficient of 0.68 (wet). Most high-gloss floors become ice rinks when wet. Coat West engineered a microscopic "orange peel" texture at the nano level that is invisible to the eye but provides grip for bare feet and sneakers while remaining smooth for mops and squeegees. | 15-20 min | | 3 | Core

Think of a high-end boutique with polished concrete floors. The constant drag of rolling racks and suitcases creates micro-scratches that dull the finish within months. The "4" in LUXE 4 refers to its fourth-gen abrasion resistance (ASTM D4060). It wears like porcelain tile but feels warm like resin. The Ritz-Carlton recently specified this for three of their ground-floor restaurant renovations to avoid the "scuff halo" around tables.