STOP GUESSING. CHOOSE THE RIGHT 30-YEAR BARRIER.
X70 or X90? This is your field-ready technical guide.
For contractors, specifiers, and restoration pros who cannot afford a failed inspection or a voided 30-year warranty.
The Anabec System only works if you use the right barrier. Your 30-year warranty is validated or voided based on this choice. This page gives you the decision rules, coverage rates, application details, and compliance warnings you need so your crew never has to guess in the field.
The Essential 2-Stage Remediation System
Deep clean and prepare wood, concrete, or drywall by removing mold, staining, and debris. Substrate must be dried to acceptable moisture levels before proceeding.
Apply the correct barrier to the cleaned, dry substrate to secure the 30-year moisture/mold guarantee.
X70 vs X90: Detailed Decision Matrix
Use the table below as your in-field reference. Match the project conditions to the correct barrier, confirm coverage rates, and document your choice for the 30-year warranty file.
Scenario-Based Product Selection
| Project Scenario / Substrate | X70 - Clear Finish | X90 - White Finish |
|---|---|---|
| Exposed structural framing in finished or semi-finished spaces | Recommended where a natural wood look is required. Allows inspectors and owners to visually confirm clean, sound material after remediation. | Not recommended where a white coating would conflict with the design intent or inspection expectations. |
| Hidden or low-visibility framing (attics, crawl spaces, mechanical rooms) | Excellent option when you want deep penetration with minimal change to the substrate appearance. | Often preferred when you want a bright, uniform look that visually documents coverage from a distance. |
| Goal: single-coat application to hit specified film build | Two coats required to achieve the film build associated with the 30-year warranty. | Frequently reaches the required film build in one coat. Always confirm on your specific project and follow the label. |
| Coverage rate priority (material and labor optimization) | Up to 1,000 sq ft per gallon, depending on the substrate and application method. Ideal when coverage per gallon is the primary concern. | Typical coverage of 400 to 500 sq ft per gallon, trading some coverage for higher hiding power and film build. |
| Porous drywall and wallboard after cleaning | Can be used as a clear sealant prior to primer and paint on appropriate substrates, following label directions. | Performs very well as a bright, white primer that hides residual staining before finish coats. |
Important: Always consult the current product label, data sheet, and SDS for exact coverage rates, surface preparation, and application conditions. X70 and X90 are professional products designed for brush, roller, or spray application by trained crews.
X70 product page | X70 SDS (PDF)
X90 product page | X90 SDS (PDF)
The Mistakes That Kill Your Warranty, Margin, and Reputation
The Wrong Finish That Voids the Warranty
Using a white product where a clear finish was expected or the other way around is more than an aesthetic issue. When the project file does not match the specification and product choice, warranty support is at risk. Inspectors, adjusters, and owners will all reference what was written versus what was applied. Document your X70 or X90 selection and keep it in the job file.
Underestimating Coats and Crew Time
If you assume X70 behaves like a single-coat product, you will underbid labor and lose profit on every project. X70 requires two coats to reach the film build associated with the 30-year warranty. Build two passes into your estimate when you specify X70, and always confirm substrate moisture before coating. Applying X70 or X90 to wet material can void coverage.
Inconsistent System Use Across Crews
When one crew uses the full system (ACS plus the correct barrier) and another just uses what is on the truck, your company results vary from job to job. That inconsistency shows up in callbacks, reviews, and referral work. This guide should be part of your standard operating procedure for all project managers.
How the 30-Year Warranty Actually Works
The Anabec System: Preparation, Barrier, and Documentation
The 30-year transferable warranty is built on a simple idea: when the substrate is properly cleaned, dried, and coated with the correct barrier, the risk of mold recurrence can be dramatically reduced. To support that promise, three elements must be in place:
- Approved preparation: Structural materials must be cleaned and prepared using Advanced Cleaning Solution Plus according to its label.
- Dry substrate: Moisture levels must be within acceptable ranges before coating (typically 16 to 20 percent or less, depending on the substrate).
- Correct product and film build: X70 or X90 must be selected for the conditions and applied to the coverage and thickness specified on the current label and documentation.
What You Need to Offer 30-Year Protection to Your Clients
Contractors who meet these requirements can register projects and offer this long-term warranty.
Insurance: Maintain general liability insurance and list Anabec Solutions as an additional insured where required.
Training: Have applicators complete the appropriate product training and follow all label directions on every job.
System use: Use Anabec cleaning products and moisture barriers as a system, not as one-off substitutes for paint or generic coatings.
Compliance warning: Applying any moisture barrier over wet substrate, using it on disallowed materials (including CPVC piping and fittings), or diverging from the label directions can void coverage and create significant liability exposure.
Why These Barriers Perform Beyond Painted Over Mold
Silver-Based Nanotechnology
Both X70 and X90 use silver-based nanotechnology as their active ingredient, penetrating deep into wood, concrete, and drywall instead of sitting on the surface like ordinary paint. That penetration helps address mold at the source and reduces the risk of recurrence underneath the coating.
Breathable Protection
The system is engineered to protect against moisture without sealing humidity inside wall cavities. The result is a durable, protective coating that respects building-science principles instead of fighting them.
Coverage and Field Efficiency
X70 delivers up to 1,000 sq ft per gallon in appropriate conditions. X90 trades some coverage for a heavier film build and bright white coverage. Used correctly, both help you finish jobs faster with predictable material usage.
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