MORTERO ELITE Cal Plus Crema

DESCRIPTION: Mortero Élite Cal Plus is a rendering mortar, mixed with lime, category F1 CS IV W2, with EC Marking. In a standard issue cream-colour, with a granulometry of 01, excellent thixotropy that, along with the elite system additives, will always allow for applications of thick coats in cases of volumetric re-composition. Brings excellent workability, plasticity, along with optimised times for subsequent cutting and finishing. Its lime composition increases compatibility with old surfaces, on which its setting, congruity, melding, breathability and durability values are of particular importance.

MAIN USE: Mortero Élite Cal Plus mortar is ideal for restoration work and the creation of rendered elements that will work on both functional and decorative levels, for the restoration of façades and heritage work, new-builds, civil engineering in general, construction, the food industry, the health sector, industry in general, etc. Mainly for use on vertical and horizontal surfaces, as well as surfaces in immersion, including saltwater immersion.

ALWAYS USE WITH ÉLITE ADDITIVES:

• MULTILITE: Silicate additive that provides plasticity, consolidation, open-time workability and an increase in physical/chemical resistance.

• FK-19 Plus: Pure acrylates/polyurethane additive that provides impermeability, plasticity and an increase in physical/chemical resistance.

HOW TO APPLY: Carefully protect all surfaces that are not to be treated from splashing. The support must be consistent, clean, free of hygroscopic salts, microorganisms, dust, mould-release agents, paint or any other substance that could affect adherence. The base needs to have been duly primed and all possible fissures or cracks in the base, caused by retraction or settling, etc. will need to have been stabilised.

1. Prepare the elite additive mix and add water, in a proportion of 1 litre of additive for every 6 litres of water. Immediately before adding the mortar prime the mineral base using the same solution of elite additive and water that you used for the mix.

2. Mix the mortar with around 5.7 to 6.2 litres of the solution for every 25 kilos of the Élite Cal Plus mortar until you have obtained a homogenous blend, free of lumps, and then go ahead with immediate application, either by hand or by spraying. The indicated range for mix ratios will vary depending on the ambient temperature, absorption of the base and whether or not it is to be applied by hand or using a mortar spraying machine. In each case we recommend using as little as possible of the solution. If cracks or fissures appear after drying this will be because too much liquid has been used. In case of doubts prepare previous samples to determine the ideal ratio.

3. Manual application: Firstly spread a fine coat over the support, pressing down to squeeze any air out and then gradually build up until you obtain the required thickness, up to a recommended maximum of 15-20 cm. For machine applications, spray directly onto the surface until the required thickness has been obtained.

4. After the mortar has been levelled you will have to wait for approx. 1 to 2 hours before you can give it shape, etching, scraping or theming it. The mortar will remain workable for at most 4 to 12 hours following application, although this will vary depending on temperature and humidity conditions.

5. After doing the texturing work leave to dry for 24 hours, in which time the last effects can be added, before going ahead with the finishing work.

6. At singular points, such as structural joints, areas where different materials meet, such as windows, and in general for significant thicknesses when doing volumetric reconstruction and professional theming work, etc, it is recommended that an intermediate mesh be incorporated to reinforce and hold the coat together, increasing both resistance to stresses and shrinkage.

7. When application is complete clean the utensils, the machinery and/or hoses with water immediately after use, before the mortar can go off.

NOTE: This is a thixotropic mortar; if it starts to solidify re-stir it and it will recover fluidity. Under no circumstances add more water. For more information regarding special applications consult the specifications sheet and/or application guidelines, along with the safety sheet.

AVERAGE YIELD-CONSUMPTION: Approx. 16 Kg/m² of Mortero Élite Cal Plus mortar, plus 0.55 litres of elite additive per centimetre of thickness. Approx. 0.85 litres of elite additive will be consumed for each 25 kg of Mortero Élite Cal Plus.