Use of construction chemistry manufacturer Mapei

Mapei has been around for over eighty years. The family business began its activity with the release of paints and varnishes. After the Second World War, the demand for adhesives and building mixtures, which the company began to produce, based on its own know-how, increased significantly. In a short time, Mapei increased its momentum, introduced many unique developments in production, which gave it an undeniable competitive advantage.

In Russia, Mapei Corporation began its activities from the late nineties of the last century. The company's enterprises operate in more than thirty countries and have 68 factories around the world. In total, the company's product range includes more than one and a half thousand items; 40 of the most popular items are produced in Russia.Features of Mapei products are that it has high quality. Building mixtures are made using the developments of the company's specialists, they are effective and environmentally friendly, they are sold in the middle price segment.

There are many quality compounds produced by the company Mapei, which allow to solve a variety of tasks related to construction.

• "Fuga Fresca" - it is a paint that effectively restores the color of the seams between the tiles. It is made on the basis of an aqueous emulsion and has the ability to create a uniform coating.
• "Mapei Stabilcem" - This is a special cement that has the qualities of a highly effective plasticizer. Packed in bags of 20 kg. It eliminates the porosity of concrete, strengthens concrete structures. When using Stabilcem, there is no need to apply vibration to compact the concrete mix.
• "Mapei Keraseal" used to protect tiles from fading, pollution, moisture penetration.It is applied to processing of a brick, a natural stone, porcelain tile.
• "Mapei Planicrete" - latex additive for cement mixtures. Gives good adhesion after application, increases bending strength, significantly reduces the coefficient of moisture absorption.

• "Stabilcemt" one-component mortar with minimal shrinkage. Designed for secure fixation of vertical structures. The mixture does not contain chlorides. To avoid excessive deformation or shrinkage, you can use a special additive «Mapecure SRA». It is an effective absorbent that “takes” excess water. It is strictly not recommended to mix the mixture manually. It is applied in several ways: using a trowel and a spatula, using a special device using the spray method. The permissible thickness per cycle is no more than 3.5 cm. The time interval between applying different layers is 4-5 hours. If there is an armature present in the work, then it must be necessarily treated with a primer. Often in this case, use a special composition of "Mapefer 1K." The average layer thickness is 2 mm.
• "Prosfas" it is used as a primer and has varying degrees of density, strengthens the cement screed and acts as a protection against dust and dirt.
• "Mapei Fugolastic" - it is a highly effective polymer additive to such compounds as KeracolorFF and KeracolorGG. It increases strength and adhesion coefficient, reduces moisture absorption. It can "work" as a filler of seams between tiles, effectively changing the color scheme.

• "Mapei Mapefill" - cement-based bulk mix, which has the ability to “grapple” especially quickly. Helps to securely fix vertical nodes. The largest aggregate layer size is 3 mm, casting is allowed up to 6 cm thick.
• "Topcem pronto" - It is an effective cement-based primer. The average setting time is 4 days. With it, you can make high-quality screeds, cover the floors with linoleum, lay tile and stone, install ceramic granite.
• "Keranet Liquido" - universal liquid solvent, which is possible for all surfaces. It is a highly effective cleaning agent and removes lime, sealants, dried cement, adhesives. Particularly effective solvent in the purification of ceramic tiles and concrete.
• "Eporip Mapei" - special glue which is intended for processing concrete products. It is based on epoxy resin. Effectively, they can handle a variety of joints and cracks in the concrete.Hardens without shrinkage, does not contain toxins and solvents, has high adhesion to steel and reinforced concrete structures.

• "Granirapid" - it is a two-component tile adhesive. Used for cladding walls and floors.
• "Mapei Grout hi-flow" - a special concrete composition that hardens in the minimum amount of time. Made on the basis of polymer fiber and is ideal for processing reinforced concrete structures. The thickness of the permissible fill - up to 4 cm. It is appropriate to use it for the repair and restoration of old walls, floors, etc.
• "Primer G" - it is a synthetic resin dissolved in water, which is an effective primer. Increases adhesion coefficient, reliably protects porous surfaces from moisture penetration.
• "Nivoplan Plus" used as plaster in all types of premises. The thickness of the application - no more than 2 cm. Effectively prepares the surface for tile installation, waterproofing, plaster, finishing putty.

• "Ultratop Loft" - a covering which is intended for arrangement of a floor. The composition is effective and easy to use. Most often used in areas where there is a large mechanical load on the floors. The material can be of different colors and can also be used in the processing of walls.
• "Mapei Adesilex P9" - cement glue. The thickness of the permissible fill - up to 4 cm. It showed itself well when installing tile, waterproofing, linoleum. Approximate consumption - 2 kg per 1 m2.
• Mapei Keranet Polvere - cleaner, which can effectively handle the walls inside the premises, as well as facades. Easily cope with substances such as cement, lime, paint, petroleum products, sealants.
• "Primer MF" It is used as a primer and dramatically increases the adhesion coefficient. It is based on epoxy resin and special additives. The composition is effective when working with porous concrete surfaces.

• "Mapegrout Thixotropic" - This is a dry mix, packaged in bags of 25 kg. Mixing with water, the composition forms a concrete substance, which is a monolith, can not be stratified. Successfully can be used without the use of formwork on the walls and the ceiling.

Thixotropic has:

• high-strength sanitizing characteristics;
• high adhesion coefficient;
• resistance to temperature changes;
• water resistant.

The use of compounds from Mapei depends on the task to be performed. For example, mixtures that are made on the basis of epoxy resin with the addition of silica sand and special additives, increase the resistance of the treated material to the effects of moisture. Mapei epoxy grout is considered one of the best in the world.

When buying building materials produced by Mapei, it is recommended to look at the quality certificates that must be present at all official dealers. It is also recommended to read the instruction memo, where the purpose of a composition is always revealed.

It is also important to prepare the treated area well before starting work. Especially this postulate concerns concrete products - the cracks in them are processed by a special tool with diamond nozzles or a perforator. All the crumbs and microparticles are removed using water pressure, then the area is thoroughly dried.In addition to water, compressed air is used to clean concrete.

The surface is treated with a solvent, then a primer. Solvents must be concentrated in order to be able to remove:

• paints;
• fat;
• cement and plaster mixes;
• sealants.

When storing bags of mixtures should not be exposed to low temperatures. The recommended water temperature for dilution is from 25 to 42 degrees. At normal room temperature, the working qualities of the mixture and their technical characteristics are kept for no more than an hour; therefore, their preparation should take this factor into account.

To properly make a concrete mix, you should observe the following recommendations, which are given in the reviews by users:

• open the required number of bags so that they are used in one cycle;
• gradually pour the mixture into the water, while thoroughly stir using an electric drill with a nozzle;

• the mixture should be homogeneous;
• if the composition is too thick, it is permissible to add some water.

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