HIDROFLEX | Bathroom floor waterproofing
Acrylic elastic waterproofing for concrete floors and screed
Floor waterproofing under tiles
Floor waterproofing in the apartment
Waterproofing the floor in the bathroom
HIDROFLEX | ELASTIC WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE, READY TO USE, FOR INTERIOR WORKS.
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One-component, ready-to-use, solvent-free paste based on an aqueous dispersion of synthetic resins and selected inert fillers.
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The product has been tested by the Swedish National Institute for Research and Testing SP (Per compliant) and VTT Finland (certificate no. C21/02).
BENEFITS
- High elasticity, which is maintained at temperatures from -30 to +100 C;
- Withstands any structural loads due to temperature changes and vibrations;
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High resistance to water washout;
- The material is thixotropic, easy to apply on walls.
APPLICATION AREA
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Designed for waterproofing surfaces of walls and floors indoors;
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Used as: waterproofing in bathrooms and showers , before laying tiles on surfaces of various origins, such as: cement screeds, cement or gypsum-based plasters, plasterboard and wood panels, concrete;
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Waterproofing bases in kitchens or work surfaces before laying ceramic tiles;
- Elastic anti-cracking membrane , before ceramic cladding, in order to prevent cracks from spreading to the surface.
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Waterproofing the floor in the garage.
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Floor waterproofing on a used terrace.
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Waterproofing on the loggia.
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Balcony waterproofing.
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Floor waterproofing in a private house.
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Floor waterproofing in the apartment.
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Bathroom floor waterproofing.
- Floor waterproofing in car service.
Specifications
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Appearance |
flowing paste
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Color |
Green
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Application |
Brush, roller or flat spatula
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Application temperature |
+5 to +40 °C
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Drying time |
1st layer: 2 hours
2nd layer: 16 hours |
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Waiting time before facing |
24 hours at t= +23 °C
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Operating temperature |
-30 to +100 °C
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Consumption |
1.3 kg/m2 in two cross coats
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Shelf life |
24 months
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Package |
Plastic bucket: 5 kg / 10 kg / 20 kg
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PREPARATION OF THE GROUNDS
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The surface to be treated must be strong, clean, not have "rattling" areas, free from fats, oils, wax and other compounds that may interfere with adhesion;
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Paint residues must be removed mechanically;
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When working with gypsum surfaces, check the residual moisture content with a carbide moisture meter, the value should not exceed 0.5%;
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Anhydrite surfaces should be wiped down before application;
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Absorbent substrates must be pre-treated with Primer F (clean or diluted with water), applied in one or two coats, with a brush or roller, at a rate of approx. 300 g/m2.
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After it dries, about 20 minutes, waterproofing can be applied.
APPLICATION
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The product is applied with a flat brush, roller or smooth trowel, on the surface previously treated with Primer F;
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Hidroflex is recommended to be applied in two cross coats at a rate of 1.3 kg/m2;
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The second layer is applied to the dried first one (after about 2 hours at t +23°C);
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The total thickness of the two layers must be at least 1 mm;
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To ensure high tightness and durability of waterproofing, wall corner joints, wall-floor joints, drains and pipe outlets must be sealed with Litoband insulation material (tape, corners, squares - see technical description);
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Litoband is placed during the application of Hidroflex, between the first and second coats;
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Elastic membrane against cracking;
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Cracks (maximum width 4 mm) must be cleaned of dust and possible chips, using compressed air or mechanically;
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Spread the product over the surface with a smooth spatula until the cracks are completely filled;
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Then apply a layer at least 2 mm thick, forming a strip approximately 15 cm wider than the tile to be glued;
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In the case of "moving" cracks, it is recommended to sink an alkali-resistant fiberglass mesh into the Hidroflex layer;
- After drying, proceed with laying the tiles using a cementitious elastic adhesive (class C2-S2 according to EN 12004).
LAYING TILES
- Laying tiles can be started no earlier than 24 hours after applying the second layer of waterproofing;
- Choose glue depending on the type and format of the tile, guided by the summary tables.
ATTENTION
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Do not apply the product on substrates subject to the effect of rising damp;
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Do not use the product for outdoor work and places with constant presence of water, such as: water tanks, swimming pools, etc.
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In such cases, use Elastocem or Coverflex;
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Do not use the product on non-porous surfaces such as ceramic tiles or poorly absorbent cementitious surfaces.
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In such cases, use Elastocem or Coverflex;
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Protect the waterproofing layer from water for at least 24 hours after application;
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The drying time of the product depends on the external temperature;
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Low temperature increases it, and high temperature reduces it;
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When choosing an adhesive for subsequent cladding, be sure to familiarize yourself with its technical card;
- Do not use the product for purposes other than those specified in this technical description.
