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Microconcrete AQUA CimentArt

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Essential tools for applications

Protective tape
Scissor or cutter
Sander
Sandpaper grit 40
Sandpaper grit 120 – 150
Spatula
Steel trowel
Microfiber roller
Painting Pan
Electric mixer
Vacuum cleaner
Measuring glass or digital scale

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Necessary CimenArt products

CimentArt Primer
CimentArt Fiberglass mesh
Microcement Base AQUA CimentArt
Microconcrete AQUA CimentArt
CimentArt sealer
Bi-component Polyurethane varnish CimentArt (Component A and B)

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Before starting

Check the surface where the product would be apply and make sure the surface is:

Straight
Stable, motionless
Dry and without humidity
Clean
Free of dust, grease, etc.

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Step-by-step application

Place the protective tape where necessary

For the application over completely smooth walls, do only steps 2, 4, 5 and 6.
In the case of application on floors and walls in bad conditions or with tile joints do all the steps.

1. Extend the Fiberglass mesh CIMENTART over the Surface[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2932″ img_size=”” style=”vc_box_rounded”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2928″ img_size=”” style=”vc_box_rounded”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]2. Apply a layer of CimentArt Primer with a roller over the fiberglass mesh, or in the case of completely smooth walls apply the layer over the Surface. [/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2934″ img_size=”” style=”vc_box_rounded”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2936″ img_size=”” style=”vc_box_rounded”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2938″ img_size=”” style=”vc_box_rounded”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2940″ img_size=”” style=”vc_box_rounded”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]

Clean the roller and the painting pan with water

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]3. Microcement Base AQUA CimentArt

The product is provided ready to be used; we recommend mixing the product using a spatula or electric mixer to obtain a complete homogenization of the color
The coverage is 1 kg/m2 for a layer of 1mm, been always necessary to apply 2 layers. Therefore, 2 kg of Microcement Base Aqua will be required to use the product on a surface of 1m2

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With the steel trowel, using an angle of 45° giving a thickness of 1mm maximun (the thickness is given by the grain of the mixture and by the pressure used during the application)
Complete the first application making it as homogeneous and without irregularities as possible

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Remove the protective tape before the Microcement hardens

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The drying time depends on the humidity, temperature, ventilation, etc.
Remove the irregularities of the first layer of Microcement Base AQUA with a spatula or with sandpaper grit 40
Remove sanding dust. Wipe the surface with a damp cloth to clean it.

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With the Steel trowel, using an angle of 45° giving a thickness of 1mm maximum (the thickness is given by the grain of the mixture and the pressure used during the application)
Complete the first application making it as homogeneous and without irregularities as possible
Tip: the first layer as well as the second can be spray with water and slightly pass the steel trowel to correct the irregularities

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The drying time depends on the humidity, temperature, ventilation, etc.

Remove well the irregularities of the second layer of Microcement Base AQUA with sandpaper grit 40, until a completely smooth surface is achieve
Remove the sanding dust by vacuuming it. In addition, wipe the surface with a damp cloth to clean it
Place the protective tape where necessary

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The coverage of this concrete is approximately ½ kg/ m2 applying the product with a layer of 0,5mm. It is necessary to apply 2 layers and to do a surface of 1 m2 of 1kg of the product would be need it
The product is provided ready to be used; we recommend mixing it using a spatula or an electric mixer to obtain a complete homogenization of the color

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Use a Steel trowel, with round edges, as the ones used to make stucco
The application is done with short movements and layers of 0,5 mm of maximum thickness
The thickness is given by the grain of the mixture and the pressure exerted with the trowel
Complete the first application making it as homogeneous and without irregularities as possible
Remove the protective tape. Allow first layer of Microconcrete AQUA to dry completely
The drying time depends on the humidity, temperature, ventilation, etc.

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Use sandpaper grit (120- 150) on the first layer of Microconcrete AQUA to correct any irregularities
Remove the sanding dust with the help of a vacuum
Tip: before applying the second layer on high temperature environments, spray slightly with water. This will allow a better application

Apply a second layer of Microconcrete AQUA following the same procedure of the first layer.

With the Steel trowel, using an angle of 45° giving a thickness of 0,5 mm maximum (the thickness is given by the grain of the mixture and the pressure used during the application)
Complete the second application making it as homogeneous and without irregularities as possible
Remove the protective tape and allow the second layer of Microconcrete AQUA to dry completely.
The drying time depends on the humidity, temperature, ventilation, etc.
Tip: For the joints not to be visible, the last layer of Microconcrete AQUA CimentArt must be applied in a continuous without stops fashion.

Use sandpaper grit (120- 150) on the first layer of Microconcrete AQUA to correct any irregularities
Remove the sanding dust with a vacuum. Never use a damp cloth on this phase of the application process

Place the protective tape where necessary

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The coverage of the CimentArt sealer is of 100 gr/m2. To use it on a surface of 10 m2 is necessary 1 kg of the product

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Allow the Sealer to dry, the drying time depends on the humidity, temperature, ventilation, etc. Often dries fast.

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]6. Bi-Componente water base polyurethane varnish CimentArt

Bi-Componente water base

Recommended for: Indoors and outdoors applications, in every wall, ceiling, floor of moderate traffic.

Preparation:

Mix 5 parts of the Cimentart Base Aqua Varnish Polyurethane component A with 1 part of the component B
To make 1 kg of varnish with the two components 840 gr of component A and 160 gr of component B are need it
The approximate coverage is of 50 gr/ 1m2, applying a thin layer of 0,1mm. Is always necessary to apply two layers. To complete a surface of 10 m2 with two layers approximately 1 kg of the mixture is necessary

Varnish HARD Polyurethane bi-component CimentArt Solvent Base

Recommended for: indoors and outdoors applications on floors of intense traffic.

Preparation:

Mix 2 parts of the Component A of the Polyurethane Varnish HARD CIMENTART Solvent Base with 1 part of component B.
To make 1 kg of Vanish HARD with the two components 666 gr of component A and 333 gr of component B are necessary
The approximate coverage is of 100 gr/1m2, applying a thin layer of 0, 1 mm. it is always necessary to apply 2 layers. To complete a surface of 10 m2 with one layer 1kg of the mixture is necessary

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Using a microfiber roller or a spray apply a first layer of varnish, 0,1mm of thickness (tipping off the surface when using the roller) and let dry at least 12 hrs
Using microfiber roller or a spray apply the second layer in the same fashion of the first one
A third layer can be apply for more protection, mainly on those areas exposed to water like showers or outdoor terraces
Do not forget to clean the roller and the painting pan with water or a solvent, depending of the varnish used

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Important

Microconcrete AQUA can be use on any Surface with the exception of those surfaces that have capillary humidity, pools, basements and factories with heavy machines traffic
Never use Microcement Base Aqua with layers over 1mm of thickness
Never use Microconcrete Aqua with layers over 0.5 mm of thickness
On places of high people traffic, like shops, offices, malls, etc., we recommend to apply a third layer of Varnish HARD polyurethane bi-component
Use the Varnish of Polyurethane CIMENTART always with thin layers of 0,1mm.
Make sure all the Microcement surface is cover with the Polyurethane Varnish
The traditional Microcement CIMENTART can be use without any problems on showers and areas constantly exposed to water. However, for this type of surfaces the use of gama AQUA, ready to use and 100% waterproof on all its layers is recommended

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