Alliance Gator the polymeric sand expert.
Alliance Gator the polymeric sand expert.
Alliance Gator USA
Alliance Gator Maxx Polymeric Sand, one of our premium products designed to work amazing for patios, pool decks, footpaths and more!
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Gator Maxx Sand is a special mix of polymer binders and calibrated sand. Installation is easy using the same method as a regular paver joint sand, the only difference is our polymer sand requires the application of water. Becoming firm and locking between the paver joints.

Gator Maxx Sand

For concrete paving stones & natural stones, for joints up to 2" (5 cm)

TRADITIONAL APPLICATIONS
setting time: 1 hour above 32°F (0°C)

OVERLAY APPLICATIONS
Setting time: 24 hours above 32°F (0°C)

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IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES

  1. Always refer to the latest GATOR MAXX SAND Technical Data Sheet (TDS) at AllianceGator.com before installing GATOR MAXX SAND.
  2. Pavers and slabs must be installed according to ICPI Tech Spec #2 traditional application (www.icpi.org) before GATOR MAXX SAND installation. For Overlays ICPI recommends 2″ (5 cm) diameter drainage holes spaced approximately 10 ft (3 m) apart and at the lowest elevations in the slab. Holes should be filled with #8 stone and covered with a 1 foot x 1 foot (30 cm x 30 cm) patch of Gator Fabric GF4.4. Drilled holes should allow any water entering the bedding layer to freely flow out.
  3. Pavers’ sides and top surfaces must be completely dry. Do not apply if the paver surface is damp or wet. The damp or wet surface will cause GATOR MAXX SAND to prematurely activate and will lead to the polymers sticking on the paver surface.
  4. Do not apply if the paver joints are damp or wet. This will prevent the GATOR MAXX SAND from properly sliding into the joints and obtaining very densely packed joints, which is critical to the products performance.
  5. Temperature must be above 32°F (0°C) with dry conditions (no rain for at least 1 hour) after installing GATOR MAXX SAND in a traditional application and (no rain for at least 24 hours) in overlay application.
  6. For all paver surfaces, and particularly around in-ground pools there must be a slope of 1/8 inch (3 mm) per linear foot away from the edge of the pool, or structures to ensure optimal performance of the GATOR MAXX SAND.
  7. For the pool coping units it is mandatory to use mortar in the joints. For the rest of the paver installation around the pool, you can use GATOR MAXX SAND.
  8. Do not sweep GATOR MAXX SAND over asphalt.
  9. GATOR MAXX SAND level, must be at least 1/8 inch (3 mm) below top of paver’s surface or 1/8 inch (3 mm) below the chamfer or erosion may occur. The filled and cured polymeric sand joints should never be in direct contact with foot traffic or tires.
  10. For textured or pre-finished surfaces, we recommend to remove all the sand from the paver or slab surface prior to using the plate or roller compactor.

PLEASE NOTE:

All pavers must be completely interlocked for vehicular and pedestrian use. If pavers are fanned they are not considered interlocked. GATOR MAXX SAND can be applied when pavers are installed directly on open graded aggregates that lock or choke themselves. This means the polymeric sand will not migrate through the voids. Do not apply GATOR MAXX SAND when the pavers are installed directly on aggregates with large voids.

CROSS-SECTIONS REPRESENTS THE HEIGHT OF POLYMERIC SAND FOUND IN THE JOINTS

Alliance Gator’s polymeric sand level must be at least ⅛” (3 mm) below the top of the paver’s surface or ⅛” (3 mm) below the chamfer.

Maximum joint width for overlays: 2″ (5 cm)

The difference between pavers/natural stones with or without chamfers.

POLYMERIC SAND REQUIREMENTS

Minimum joint width: 1/8″ (3 mm)
Maximum joint width: 2″ (5 cm)
Maximum overlay joint width: 2″ (5 cm)
Minimum joint depth: 1 1/2″ (38 mm)

REQUIRED SUB-SURFACE PREPARATION AND FOUNDATION OPTIONS

GATOR MAXX SAND is recommended for a variety of uses including pool decks, patios, footpaths, driveways, parking spaces, pavements etc. The concrete pavers must be installed on a traditional base system composed of 2 layers. The upper layer can have a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) of bedding sand ASTM No.9 stone. The lower layer must have a minimum of 6 inches (15 cm) of crushed stone compacted at 98 % Proctor density. (See diagrams below).

FOR OVERLAY APPLICATIONS

  1. Remove all loose and fragile concrete.
  2. Cover bottom and side of the excavated area with a Gator Fabric GF4.4, refill with crushed stone and compact it.
C-33 sand or ASTM No. 9 stone can be used under pavers.
Gator Maxx polymeric sand subsurface preparation using just crushed stone as a traditional base.
Gator Maxx polymeric sand subsurface preparation using a concrete slab as a base.
Gator Maxx polymeric sand subsurface preparation using a concrete slab and crushed stone as a base.

Installation Instructions

(For a new paver surface)

STEPS 1 & 2

Spread GATOR MAXX SAND with hard-bristle broom. Make sure the GATOR MAXX SAND completely fills the joints. Do not use other materials in the joints. Leave a layer of GATOR MAXX SAND on the surface to aid in vibrating and consolidating GATOR MAXX SAND into joints. For textured or pre-finished surfaces, we recommend to remove all the sand from the paver or slab surface prior to using the plate or roller compactor.
Step 1 & 2 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Use a hard-bristle broom and make sure the sand fills the joints completely. Leave a layer of sand on the surface to aid in vibration step to consolidate the sand into the joints.

STEPS 3 & 4

Vibrate the GATOR MAXX SAND into the paver joints using a vibratory plate compactor. A rubber pad is recommended. A roller compactor is best for slab installation.

Joints sand level, must be at least 1/8 inch (3 mm) below top of paver’s surface or 1/8 inch (3 mm) below the chamfer. It is best to compact in several directions to ensure there are no air gaps or voids in the joints. Repeat steps 1-3 to ensure joints are filled and consolidated. Narrow joints require more care to completely fill.

Step 3 & 4 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Vibrate the sand into the paver joints using a compacter, a rubber pad is recommended. The sand level within the joints must be 1/8 inch (3 mm) below the top of the surface or chamfer. It's best to compact in several directions to ensure there are no air gaps or voids.

STEP 5

Sweep off excess GATOR MAXX SAND from the paved surface, first with a hard-bristle broom, then a soft bristle broom. Joints sand level, must be at least 1/8 inch (3 mm) below top of paver’s surface or 1/8 inch (3 mm) below the chamfer.
Step 5 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Sweep off any excess sand from the surface with a hard-bristle broom and then a soft bristle broom. While maintaining the proper level in the joints.

STEP 6

Use a leaf blower to remove all remaining GATOR MAXX SAND residue from the paver surface.
Step 6 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Using a leaf blower remove all remaining polymeric sand residue from the surface of the paver.

IMPORTANT WATER ACTIVATION NOTES

  1. Work in manageable sections, ideally about 100 sq. ft. (10 sq. m.) at a time, depending on temperature.
  2. Do not allow GATOR MAXX SAND to wash out of joint.
  3. Never allow paved surface to dry out during the water activation phase.
  4. Watering must be started at the lowest point of the paved surface.
  5. Use a watering gun connected to a hose. Setting should be set to shower.

STEP 7

Shower water on a specific water area of 100 sq.ft. (10 sq. m.), wait no longer than 2 to 3 minutes. Proceed to STEP 8.
Step 7 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Shower water on a specific area of 100 sq. ft. (10 sq. m.) wait no longer than 2 to 3 minutes. Then move onto the next step.

STEP 8

Shower and rinse simultaneously on the same section of approximately 100 sq. ft. (10 sq. m.) so as to eliminate any GATOR MAXX SAND residue left on the pavers. Any GATOR MAXX SAND residue should go directly into the paver joints. Wait no longer than 2 to 3 minutes. Proceed to STEP 9.
Step 8 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Continue to shower and rinse the same section as to eliminate any Maxx Sand residue left. Any polymeric sand residue left should go directly into the paver joints. Wait no longer than 2 to 3 minutes and move onto step 9.

STEP 9

Shower and rinse simultaneously, so as to eliminate any GATOR MAXX SAND residue left on the same section. Any residue should go directly into the paver joints. However, stop showering when you see water retention on the paver joints. Wait no longer than 2 to 3 minutes. Proceed to STEP 10. Note: Repeat the directions of STEPS 7 to 9 for all other areas that have not been showered with water.
Step 9 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Continue to do the shower and rinse of the surface to eliminate any Maxx Sand residue left. Stop showering when you see water retention on the paver joints. Repeat steps 7 to 9 for all areas that have not been showered with water. Once complete move onto step 10

STEP 10

Use a leaf blower to remove any excess water remaining on the paver pores and crevices. This blowing action is necessary to help remove any remaining GATOR MAXX SAND residue left on paver surfaces from the previous steps.

Step 10 of installation instructions for Gator Maxx Sand. Using a leaf blower, remove any excess water remaining on the paver pores and cervices. This blowing action is necessary to help remove any remaining polymeric sand from Gator Maxx left on the paver surfaces from the previous steps.

IMPORTANT

The water used in steps 7 to 9 will activate a bonding action as well as condensing GATOR MAXX SAND in the joints. It is important to water the GATOR MAXX SAND a total of 3 times, as per steps 7, 8 and 9. Too little water will not properly activate the GATOR MAXX SAND and will reduce the final performance. If steps 7 to 10 are not done properly, a white haze may appear on paver surface after installation. This is due to excess GATOR MAXX SAND residue left on paver surfaces. This haze will dissipate over time, or it could be removed by using Gator Clean Efflorescence Cleaner.

Alliance Gator offers a 15 year limited warranty on their polymeric sands. See warranty section for more information.
Gator Maxx uses an advanced haze free technology, created in house at Alliance Gator. This technology allows an easier installation of polymeric sands onto pavers.
All Alliance Gator polymeric sand come in waterproof bags.
Please note that this limited warranty applies only when the product is used for residential purposes exclusively (home owners or contractors using the product for single or multi-unit dwellings that are exclusively for residential use). The manufacturer cannot guarantee results as it has no control over surface and sub-surface preparation and product application. (Proper installation of pavers or slabs to ensure long-term stability of work, including granular foundation of certified crushed stone of 0-3/4 inch (0-20 mm) (minimum of 6 inches / 15 cm), bedding sand layer (maximum of 1 inch / 25 mm) and appropriate installation of reinforced edging in accordance with above specified method for applying product.) Also warranted when used with Gator Base. However, for a period of 15 years from purchase, the manufacturer agrees that if the product is proven to be defective, and on the condition that it was installed pursuant to the method of application of surface and sub-surface preparation described above, then the manufacturer agrees to refund the purchase price. Proof of purchase is required for any claim.

THE PARTIES AGREE THAT REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE AS STATED IS THE ONLY OBLIGATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. IN ALL EVENTS, THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES OR COSTS WHATSOEVER, (INCLUDING REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF SAND OR PAVERS) DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE MANUFACTURER EXCLUDES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE. ALLIANCE DESIGNER PRODUCTS INC. excludes any responsibility whatsoever for the presence of moss, mold, mildew, or similar factors that may occur on the product after its installation. The presence of moss, mold or mildew is caused by the particular on-site conditions, including excess moisture, shade, absence of ventilation, inadequate cleaning or maintenance, presence of soil or other organic debris left on the product after installation. ALLIANCE DESIGNER PRODUCTS INC. excludes any responsibility for use of GATOR MAXX for any installation not installed to manufacturer’s specifications and ICPI Tech Spec #2.

Please note that when the product is used for other purposes (Mixed-use, commercial, institutional or other), the above terms apply except that the applicable period is reduced to 1 year from purchase. ALLIANCE DESIGNER PRODUCTS INC. excludes any responsibility for use of any Gator Polymeric Sand for any installation not installed to manufacturer’s specifications and ICPI Tech Spec #2.

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