Hitech-Plaster

 

Hitech 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.

Special Properties of “Hitech Plaster”:

  • Preparation is simple, Just add water.
  • Lighter than traditional cement sand site mix mortar.
  • Minimizes cracking and shirnkage free product.
  • Prevents seepage of water.
  • Fungus resistant.
  • Non-toxic and non flammable.
  • Ease of application.
  • Saves both manpower and time.
  • Being ready to use, it covers more work per day.

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.

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.

Preparation of “Hitech Plaster”:

  • Take a small amount of water in a bucket and gradually add "HitechPlaster" in it. Mix the product with approximately 20 - 25% of water.
  • Mixing can be done manually or by stirrer.
  • Mixing to be done till homogenous mix is obtained.
  • After proper mixing, leave the paste for 5-10 minutes for polymeric dispersion before application.
  • Protect the paste from heat and use within 1 hour of preparation

Do’s about “Hitech 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 / fiber/steel / plastic float 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 “Hitech 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:

  • “Hitech Plaster” should be stored in a dry place.
  • Although “Hitech 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