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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Technical Characteristics
- Colorite Beton is a semi-transparent paint for external walls, made up of non-saponifiable, pure acrylic resin in water dispersion.
- Colorite Beton protects cementitious substrates against damage caused by CO2 (carbonation) and SO2.
- Colorite Beton is resistant to all climatic conditions and the aggressive attack of smog, salt and sunlight, and provides a long-lasting protective coat for the substrate.
- Colorite Beton protects the substrate and leaves an attractive finish which evens out the color without hiding the surface structure.
- Colorite Beton is available in 4 shades of gray in thestandard range of colors. Further colors may also be created according to individual samples by using the ColorMap® automatic coloring system.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Where to Use
For painting concrete structures, reinforced concrete and general cementitious surfaces with a coat of semitransparent paint, leaving the “form-work” or “natural” finish of the piece visible and homogenizing the color. The special formulation of the product makes it particularly suitable for protecting surfaces against damage caused by CO2, SO2 and sunlight. The longlasting, durable protection is also guaranteed by the product’s good repellence to water and its moderate permeability to vapor.
- Some Application Examples
- For painting concrete and reinforced concrete surfaces where the color of the substrate requires homogenizing while leaving the “form-work” or “natural” finish of the cementitious structure visible.
- Paint for protecting general cementitious surfaces exposed to aggressive pollution agents in industrial environments, such as exhaust gasses and acid rain, or to prevent damage due to carbonation.
- Recommendations
- Do not apply Colorite Beton on damp substrates, or on substrates which are not fully cured.
- Do not apply Colorite Beton if the temperature is lower than +5°C or higher than +35°C (the surface must be dry and must not be in direct sunlight).
- Do not apply Colorite Beton if the level of humidity is higher than 85%.
- Do not apply Colorite Beton if it is about to rain or in windy weather.
- Please refer to the “Safety instructions for preparation and application” section.
- Application Procedure
Preparation of the substrate
- New surfaces or surfaces which have been patched-up with repair mortar must be well cured, perfectly clean, sound and dry. Remove all traces of oil and grease and parts which are not well-attached from the surface. Seal any cracks which are present in the substrate and repair the parts which are in poor condition.
- Seal porosity and level off uneven areas of the substrate with a mortar and smoothing compounds from the MAPEI building products line.
- Apply a coat of Malech (ready-to-use) and allow to dry 12-24 hours before applying Colorite Beton.
Preparation of the product
Dilute Colorite Beton with water. To help the product penetrate well into the substrate, especially if it is very compact and not very absorbent, we recommend diluting the first coat with 20%-25% of water and, after approximately 24 hours, the application of a second coat diluted with 10%-15% of water. Make sure that the product is completely homogenized when diluting. If possible, use a low-speed drill to help with mixing. If only a part of the product is to be prepared, mix the Colorite Beton as is in its original container before pouring off the quantity required.
Application of the product
Colorite Beton is applied using traditional methods with a brush, a roller, by air-spraying or with an airless spray-gun system on top of a coat of dry Malech primer. The protection cycle comprises the application of at least two coats ofColorite Beton at a distance of 24 hours between each coat under normal temperature and humidity conditions, and in all cases when the underlying layer is completely dry.
Cleaning
Brushes, rollers and other tools used for applying the product may be cleaned with water before the Colorite Beton has dried off.
- Consumption
Consumption is heavily influenced by the absorption and roughness of the substrate, and according to the application technique used. Under normal conditions, consumption is generally 0.25-0.3 kg/m² (for two coats of the product).
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Thick liquid
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density | approx. 1.27 | g/cm3 | EN ISO 2811-1 |
| Dry Solid Content | approx. 59 | % | EN ISO 3251 |
| Brookfield Viscosity (5 shaft - 10 rpm) | approx. 18,250 | mPa·s | - |
| VOC Content (ready-mixed product (white)) | max. 15 | g/l | European Directive 2004/42/EC |
| VOC Content (ready-mixed product (Coloured)) | max. 18 | g/l | European Directive 2004/42/EC |
| Colour variation after 1000 hours exposure to a Weather-Ometer (F.M. 4001, F.M. 4002, F.M. 4003, F.M. 4004 colour) | max. 1 | - | ASTM G 155 cycle 1 |
| Oblique | GT1 | - | EN ISO 2409 |
| Permeabily to CO2 | 4124820.0 | µ | EN 1062-6 |
| Permeabily to CO2 (SD) | 412.0 | m | - |
| Permeabily to CO2 (dry thickness according to SD) | 0.0001 | m | - |
| Permeability to Water Vapour | 3609.0 | µ | EN ISO 7783 |
| Permeability to Water Vapour (SD) | 0.4 | m | - |
| Permeability to Water Vapour (dry thickness according to SD) | 0.0001 | m | - |
| Capillary Absorption and Permeability to Water | 0.02 | w (kg/(m2h0,5)) | EN 1062-3 |
| Thermal Compatibility (Ageing: 7 Days At +70°C) | min. 0.8 | N/mm2 | EN 1062-11 4.1 |
| Thermal Compatibility (Freeze-Thaw Cycles With Immersion In De-Icing Salts) | min. 0.8 | N/mm2 | EN 13687-1 |
| Thermal Compatibility (Thunder-Shower) | min. 0.8 | N/mm2 | EN 13687-2 |
| Thermal Compatibility (Thermal Cycles Without Immersion In De-Icing Salts) | min. 0.8 | N/mm2 | EN 13687-3 |
| Crack Resistance (crack-bridging ability) | 1117.0 | µm | EN 1062-7 |
| Crack Resistance (A3) | min. 0.5 | mm | EN 1062-7 |
| Crack Resistance | B1 | - | - |
| Direct Traction Adherence Test | min. 0.8 | N/mm2 | EN 1542 |
| Reaction to Fire | B s1 d0 | - | EN 13501-1 |
| Resistance to Scuff Marks (dry units) | min. 40 | - | EN 13036-4 |
| Artificial Exposure to Atmospheric Agents | In conformity | - | EN 1062-11:2002 4.2 |
| Anti-Static Behaviour (Electrical Resistance) | 10^4 - 10^6 | Ω | EN 1081 |
| Hazardous Substances | In conformity | - | - |
| Abrasion Resistance (weight) | max. 3000 | mg | - |
| Diffusion of Chloride Ions | 0.0 | - | - |
| Chemical Resistance | In conformity | - | - |
Safety & Health
- Safety Instructions for the Preparation and Application
Colorite Beton is not considered dangerous according to current norms and regulations regarding the classification of mixtures. It is recommended to wear protective goggles and gloves. The usual precautions taken when handling chemical products are recommended. For further and complete information about the safe use of our product please refer to the latest version of our Material Safety Data Sheet.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
Colorite Beton is supplied in 20 kg plastic drums.
Storage & Handling
- Storage
24 months if stored in a dry place away from sources of heat and at a temperature of between +5°C and +30°C. Protect from frost.