Technical Data Sheet

Document Type: Technical Data Sheet

Name: REINFORCED MICROCEMENT

Description:Seamless finish for high-traffic floors made with cement and epoxy resin.

Composition:It is a 3 component system:

• A: Water-based epoxy resin
• B: Water-based hardener
• C: Powder with cement and inerts of quartz and marble

Where to Apply:This product can be applied only on interior horizontal substrates of the following kinds:

• New cement screeds that have completed the curing process, which takes at least 2-3 weeks from their installation
• Solidly attached existing tiles

Application: By hand, with a trowel or with a roller, in either 2 or 3 coats

Workability Time:After mixing the components, the mixture is workable for 20-30 minutes

Colour:The material is creamy white when the three components are mixed, but it can be colored in any color

Consumption:For a standard application: 1700 - 1900 g/sqm for two thick coats or three thin coats. Approx. 600-900 g/sqm per coat.

Certificates:

• Hardness by pencil Test ASTM D3363 = 6H
• Hardness shore ASTM D 2240 = 71
• Slip Resistance tests DIN 51097 (92): Smooth Finish = Slip angle 27º
• Anti-slip property DIN51130 method ramp test, surface "Smooth"= angle 16.8 - R 10

pH After 30 Days:8.1 ± 0.20

Resistance to Compression at 7 Days:UNI 13892-2; 2005 > 71 N/mm²

Packaging:The material is sold per kg in any packaging required but with the following relation among the three components:

• A: 1
• B: 2
• C: 4

A - INTRODUCTION:REINFORCED MICROCEMENT is a professional epoxy-cement used to create seamless floor surfaces. It is a very hard, versatile, non-toxic coating that can be applied in different finishing styles, suitable for a variety of environments. The system uses a mixture of three components to which other products can be added to obtain different finishes.

A1 - COMPONENTS:The base is composed of:

• A: Epoxy binder
• B: Hardener for the epoxy binder
• C: Powder to add volume and strength

These three components should be mixed in these proportions 1:2:4 (in weight) to get a plaster that can be laid with a trowel.

A2 - ADDITIVES:The REINFORCED MICROCEMENT system allows for creative applications. Additives include:

• MOTHER OF PEARL: Ground shells that enrich the floor with reflective flecks of color.
• GLITTER: Reflective silver or gold flakes for a shiny effect.
• MARBLE GRAINS: Give the flooring a speckled web of color.

A3 - SEALERS:The REINFORCED MICROCEMENT System is completed with a surface treatment to make it waterproof and easy to clean. Recommended treatments include:

1. SEALER + PROTECTIVE WAX (matte, satin, glossy)
2. PU1C: Water-based polyurethane varnish in one component
3. PU2C: Two-component water-based polyurethane varnish

B - SUBSTRATE PREPARATION:Before applying the product, a careful analysis of the substrate to be coated will ensure an excellent end-result. Suitable substrates include:

• New cement screeds, fully cured
• Well-attached existing tiles

Unsuitable substrates include:

• Cement plasters with gypsum or lime
• Drywall
• Old screeds
• Dusty substrates

B1 - ANALYSIS OF THE SUBSTRATE:Ensure the substrate is fully cured to prevent movement after application.

B2 - EXPANSION JOINTS:On surfaces up to 40-50 m², expansion joints are not usually necessary unless there are structural cracks.

B3 - IF THE SCREED/TILED SUBSTRATE HAS CRACKS:Use a fiberglass reinforcing mesh on cracked surfaces to absorb movements. Apply the mesh with a strong plaster like GLP (Gap Levelling Plaster).

B4 - ABSORPTION DEGREE OF THE SUBSTRATE:Check the substrate's absorption degree. Sand the substrate if it doesn't absorb enough and apply a primer if it's too absorbent.

B5 - PRIMER AND REINFORCING MESH:Apply a primer mixture using the following proportions:

• 1 part comp. A
• 2 parts comp. B
• 2 parts comp. C
• 6-10 parts water

Apply this mixture over the entire surface with a roller.

C - APPLICATION CYCLE:Standard application cycle involves:

2. Mix the components in a 1:2:4 ratio with about 70% water.
3. Apply with a metal trowel. Sand after 18-24 hours.
5. Repeat mixing proportions and apply. Sand after 18-24 hours.
7. Mix components in a 1:2:3 ratio with about 75% water. Apply and sand after 12-24 hours.

D - COLORS:REINFORCED MICROCEMENT can be colored with water-based colorants. Follow Stucco Wall’s COLOR SYSTEM for instructions.

E - PROTECTIVE TREATMENT:Recommended treatments include:

2. Apply two coats of SEALER and two to three coats of PROTECTIVE WAX (matt or glossy).
4. Apply two coats of PU1C or PU2C for heavy traffic areas.

F - COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS:

2. Comp. A epoxy resin
3. Comp. B hardener
4. Comp. C powder
5. Various types of QUARTZ and TERRACOTTA powders
6. Marble and glitter additives
7. Protective sealers and waxes

G - ALTERNATIVE APPLICATION METHODS:

2. LIGHT BICOLOR: Basecoats in one color, final coat with 30% colorant.
3. DARK BICOLOR: Basecoats with 30% colorant, final coat with full color.
5. MONOCOLOR, LIGHT BICOLOR, DARK BICOLOR variations.
7. Traditional and Marmorino versions with FINE and COARSE TERRACOTTA.
9. Inert marble and rock for split stone effect.
11. Use special tools to scratch the surface.
13. Artistic results using sponges, brushes, and other tools.