Ready Mix Plaster

Product Specification

Usage/Application Construction
Packaging Size 40 Kg
Brand Mixfix
Color Greyish Granular
Compressive Strength >4 N/mm2 after 28 days
State/Form Powder
Coverage Area 0.16 – 0.23 kg/ sq.ft/ mm or 17 – 25 sq.ft at 10 mm thickness per 40 kg bag
Shelf Life 6 Months (unopened manufacturer’s packaging)
Pot Life Approx 30 minutes
Curing Time 5 – 6 Days
Coat Thickness 8 – 25 mm
Mix Proportions 20 – 25% by weight
Pack Type PP Bag
Binder Ordinary Portland cement 53 Grade
Aggregate Graded Sand
Storage Conditions Store in a dry place
Compatibilty Any good Quality Wall Putty/Paints etc can be used over Mixfix Plaster

Product Description

“Mixfix Plaster” is a strong, durable, pre-mixed powder suitable for plastering over all types of old or new conventional clay bricks, fly ash bricks/blocks and Autoclaved Aerated Concrete blocks (AAC). It is normally applied to masonry interiors and exteriors to achieve a smooth surface.

 

Surface Preparation:

  • Dirt, soil, and roof runoff stains from the surface should be removed.
  • Use a garden hose to loosen the dirt. Start at the top and wash the dirt down the wall.
  • Proper hacking is to be done prior to application in concrete surface.
  • Pre-wet the wall before application.

Special Properties:

  • Preparation is simple, just add water
  • Lighter than traditional cement- sand site mix mortar
  • Minimizes cracking and shrinkage
  • Prevents seepage of water.
  • Fungus resistant
  • Durable & easy to apply
  • Saves both manpower and time
  • Being ready to use, it covers more work per day.

 

Preparation Of “Mixfix Plaster”:

  • Take a small amount of water in a bucket and gradually add “Mixfix Plaster” in it. Mix the product with approximately 20% of water.
  • Mixing can be done manually or by stirrer.
  • Mixing to be done till homogenous lump free mix is obtained
  • Protect the paste from heat and use within 30 minutes of preparation

 

Areas Of Use:

  • Under coating and plastering over existing concrete and brick/block walls
  • Use as a levelling plaster for correction of surface undulation in bare concrete block and other cementitious substrates
  • Basic levelling of concrete, light weight blocks and bricks
  • Filling holes and irregularities, levelling walls and ceilings
  • Create a leveled surface from uneven masonry or concrete wall

 

Do’s About “Mixfix Plaster”:

  • Apply the mix to the surface using a steel trowel in a smooth even motion working from the base of the surface upwards to reduce wastage
  • Apply the mix with a trowel, followed by a second levelling if required
  • Once the surface is uniform, level with a wooden/iber/ steel/plastic loat to produce a smooth even surface
  • Water curing for 3-4 days should be carried out prior to any subsequent application depending on the moisture level of the surface

 

Don’ts About “Mixfix Plaster” :

  • Do not apply straight on to gypsum panels
  • Do not use in damp areas
  • Do not add water to make it workable, prepare a fresh mixture.
  • Avoid very high speed mixing when electric mixing equipments are used

 

Useful Tips:

  • “Mixfix Plaster” should be stored in a dry place. Although “Mixfix Plaster” is non-hazardous, following precautions should be adhered
  • Keep out of reach of the children.
  • Avoid inhalation of dust
  • Incase of contact with eyes, rinse eyes with plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

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