Concrete preparation products (primer, underlay)
Marius Aurenti preparation products
When it comes to micro concrete and wall concrete, Marius Aurenti preparation products offer a solution for every application and every surface.
This first step is crucial to the success of a coating, whatever the material used.
The compatibility and performance of Marius Aurenti products is certified.
Proper substrate preparation is essential to avoid :
- Concrete cracking problems
- Delamination
- The appearance of substrate spectra (in the case of tiles, for example), etc.
Preparation products are effective for :
- Clean
- Degrease
- Level
- Blocking porosity
- Increase concrete’s adhesion capacity
Our preparation products for micro concrete and wall concrete
Porous floor primer
Areas of use
The product can be used as an interior treatment on cement-based floors or anhydrite screeds, and on all mineral surfaces: concrete, stone, brick, etc.
For plasterboard substrates, we recommend using Marius Aurenti Wall Primer.
Composition
Water-based synthetic resin primer for absorbent substrates prior to Marius Aurenti micro concretes. AFNOR NFT 36005 family I class 7b2.
Properties
Marius Aurenti Porous Floor Primer regulates the porosity of cementitious substrates, creating a primer coat prior to the application of Marius Aurenti mortars.
Packaging
- 1 liter
- 5 liters
Primer EPX2 Superior
Areas of use
Preparation of substrates for decorative coatings such as micro concrete or epoxy resin.
For indoor use only.
Composition
Two-component epoxy primer (resin part and hardener part).
Properties
Excellent adhesion, good chemical insulation, no shrinkage, use as a sandblasted mortar to recover a small difference in level (ideal for tile joints).
Packaging
- 1kg (667g resin + 333g hardener)
- 7.5 kg (5 kg resin + 2.5 kg hardener)
- 30 kg (20 kg resin + 10 kg hardener)
Wall primer
Areas of use
Preparation of interior walls to receive a decorative coating such as intensive paint (not of plant origin) or wall concrete.
Composition
Water-based acrylic primer
Properties
High covering power, easy to apply
Packaging
- 1 liter
- 5 liters
- 15 liters
High-performance primer
Areas of use
High-performance, multi-substrate undercoat.
Composition
Single-component, waterborne acrylic primer.
Properties
Excellent adhesion to all substrates (metal, PVC, wall tiles, old paint).
Packaging
- 1 liter
Lime wall primer
Areas of use
Interior and exterior lime primer suitable for preparing substrates prior to applying Lime Paste or Marmorino.
Composition
Lime-based primer.
Properties
Improves lime adhesion on plaster, lime and concrete substrates.
Packaging
- 1 liter
- 5 liters
- 14 liters
ACP Carrelage primer
Areas of use
Primer for adhesion between ACP Tile Undercoat and Marius Aurenti wall-mounted micro concrete.
Application for tiled walls only.
Composition
High-performance polymer resin in water-filled phase.
Properties
Ready-to-use, single-component bonding agent between adhesion promoter (ACP Tile Undercoat) and micro concrete.
Packaging
- 2.5kg
- 10kg
ACP Carrelage underlayment
Areas of use
Adhesion promoter for interior tiled walls designed to receive ACP Tile Primer.
Composition
Ready-to-use, single-component, waterborne polymer primer.
Properties
High adhesion to all surfaces and reinforcement of difficult substrates, easy to apply.
Packaging
- 1 liter
- 10 liters
Technical data sheets (PDF version)
Technical data sheets (web version)
Issue of 02/23/2023
Presentation
AREAS OF USE
The product can be used as an interior treatment on cement-based floors or anhydrite screeds, and on all mineral surfaces: concrete, stone, brick, etc. For plasterboard substrates, we recommend using Marius Aurenti Wall Primer.
COMPOSITION
Water-based synthetic resin primer for absorbent substrates prior to Marius Aurenti micro concretes.
AFNOR NFT 36005 family I class 7b2.
PROPERTIES
Marius Aurenti Porous Floor Primer regulates the porosity of cementitious substrates, creating a primer coat prior to the application of Marius Aurenti mortars.
PACKAGING
1L and 5 L
Implementation
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
Be careful not to apply when the air humidity is above the dew point or when there is frost. Apply between 5°C and 30°C on a clean, dry surface with no rising damp.
In all cases, comply with the DTU.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Apply with a microfiber drip roller, brush or sprayer.
CONSUMPTION
Average consumption is 100 to 200 mL/m², depending on porosity. Use 1 to 2 coats depending on the substrate.
DRYING TIME AT 20°C AND 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY
Dust-free: 1 h – Dry: 2 h
Wait 3 hours before recoating at 20°C and 60% relative humidity.
TOOL CLEANING
Clean equipment immediately after use with water.
Technical specifications and performance 3
PRODUCT APPEARANCE
Milky white liquid
After drying, the appearance is colorless matte satin.
DENSITY A+B (AT 20°C)
1.3 approx.
STORAGE AND SAFETY
1 year in original, unopened packaging, away from sunlight, frost and strong heat, at a temperature between +5° and 35°C (ideally between 10°C and 20°C). Check the expiration date on the packaging before use. Once opened, the product must be used within 7 days.
For further safety information, please consult the Safety Data Sheet.
Warning
Designed, developed and manufactured in France. All data presented in this Technical Data Sheet are provided for information purposes only and do not engage our responsibility. Under no circumstances should they be construed as a warranty. Testing is necessary. This data sheet is subject to change, so please check that it is the latest edition. This data sheet cancels and replaces all previous versions. Furthermore, as the implementation and conditions of application are not under our control, we decline all responsibility. For further information on precautions for use and safety instructions, please contact our Marius Aurenti teams.
Issue of 02/23/2023
Presentation
AREAS OF USE
Preparation of substrates for decorative coatings such as micro concrete or epoxy resin. For indoor use only.
COMPOSITION
Two-component epoxy primer (resin part and hardener part).
PROPERTIES
Excellent adhesion, good chemical insulation, no shrinkage, use as a sandblasted mortar to recover a small difference in level (ideal for tile joints).
PACKAGING
7.5 kg (5 kg resin + 2.5 kg hardener)
and 30 kg (20 kg resin + 10 kg hardener)
Implementation 3
SUBSTRATE AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
Indoors: Concrete, mortar, chipboard, aerated concrete, plasterboard, tiles, etc. Sound, dry, cohesive and clean surface. Outdoor supports are excluded.
The substrate must be free of any treatment that may prevent epoxy adhesion, in particular dust, dirt, oil, grease, wax, paint, cleaning and maintenance products, etc.
Slabs and screeds must be at least 28 days old (according to DTU, to be checked with the screed manufacturer or mason) and free of surface carbonations by physical or chemical treatment.
A mechanical diamond surfacing operation is essential to roughen the substrate and open up its porosity.
Check the residual moisture content of the substrate (4% and < 0.5% in the case of anhydrite screed), and test the surface hardness.
WEDI shower tray supports are permitted. Check that they have been pre-sealed with the WEDI system.
PREPARING THE SUBSTRATE FOR EXISTING TILES
A visual and acoustic inspection of the substrate must be carried out in accordance with DTU 54.1.
In the case of tiling, all tiles must be well sealed and joints perfectly cohesive and clean. Tile adhesion should be checked by probing.
For surfaces with less than 10% of tiles failing, the failing tiles must be removed and a sandblasted epoxy mortar poured in their place. For surfaces with more than 10% of tiles failing, the substrate is considered unsound and ineligible for coating.
FOR THE TREATMENT OF STABILIZED CRACKS, WITH NO DE-WATERING, BETWEEN 0.3 AND 0.8 MM
REMINDER: Cracking is revealed by wetting of the surface. A substrate with cracks wider than 0.3 mm is not compliant and cannot receive a floor coating without repairing the crack.
The company that created the substrate must treat these cracks; it can subcontract this operation to the cladding contractor.
Cracks between 0.3 and 0.8mm wide will be treated as follows:
- They will be sealed by cutting a V-shaped opening in the crack to a depth of 10 mm and a width of at least 5 mm.
- The groove is vacuumed to remove any dust, then filled with EPX2 Superior Primer Mortar (EPX2 Superior Primer + SQ10 sand).
- A bi-axial – 45 / + 45 E-glass fiber mesh is then laid over the crack.
Laying the screen :
Apply 400 g/m² of EPX2 Superior Primer with a 10 mm microfiber roller Place Marius Aurenti bi-axial mesh on the crack
Apply 400 g/m² of Primer EPX2 Superior with a 10 mm microfiber roller
Make sure the grid is perfectly embedded in EPX2 Superior Primer, and roll it down if necessary to remove any air bubbles. Sand down to size using SQ10 sand.
Allow to dry thoroughly, then remove dust before applying Marius Aurenti Millimetric Decorative Mortar.
In the case of cracks larger than 0.8 mm, or where there is a difference in level, or where the linear distance exceeds 10 m per 100 m², a study must be carried out by a specialized engineering firm to determine the stability of the substrate and the treatment of these cracks, in consultation with Marius Aurenti.
Implementation
PREPARATION
Epoxy mortar for zero-tensioning Thickness from 1 to 4 mm (tile joints…)
Soil: Add 1.5 kg of SQ10 Sand for 1 kg of EPX2 Superior Epoxy Primer. Sprinkle with SQ10 sand to create a mechanical bond with the substrate.
Wall (please refer to the Gelling Agent Technical Data Sheet) :
Add a maximum of 0.02 kg to 0.04 kg of Gelling Agent per 1 kg of EPX2 Superior Primer. Add 1 kg of SQ10 sand.
EPOXY MORTAR TO COMPENSATE FOR LEVEL DIFFERENCES OR FILL HOLES
These data are indicative and may vary according to temperature and relative humidity conditions. Always carry out a trial run first.
Epoxy mortar for thicknesses between 5 mm and 9 mm
Soil: Add 9 kg to 12 kg maximum of SQ40 Sand for 1 kg of EPX2 Superior Epoxy Primer.
Epoxy mortar for thicknesses between 10 and 20 mm
Floor: Add 9 kg to 12 kg maximum of SQ60 Sand for 1 kg of EPX2 Superior Epoxy Primer.
Epoxy mortar for thicknesses > 20 mm
Floor: Add 9 kg to 12 kg maximum of SQ80 Sand for 1 kg of EPX2 Superior Epoxy Primer.
A final coat of epoxy mortar is always recommended after the application of epoxy mortars used to level or fill holes.
Indicative consumption for 1 m² on 1 cm thickness :
Approx. 30 kg mortar (EPX2 Superior + SQ80) in the proportions 2.3 kg EPX2 Superior + 27.7 kg SQ80.
IMPORTANT RECOMMENDATIONS
Non-compliance with the mixing proportions between components A and B and sands, or the use of other products, will alter the quality of the system (reduced adhesion and mechanical performance, etc.). The Gelling Agent is an additive recommended for wall applications, to prevent creep in vertical position (please refer to the Gelling Agent Technical Data Sheet).
APPLICATION EQUIPMENT
Using a 6 mm notched comb with triangular teeth and a Parfait’Liss 35 cm smoothing machine from OUTIL PARFAIT or equivalent.
Implementation 5
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
TEMPERATURE: >10°C and <30°C
SUBSTRATE TEMPERATURE: Substrate temperature must be +3°C above dew point, to avoid condensation.
SUBSTRATE HUMIDITY: <4% and <0.5% for anhydrite screeds. There must be no rising damp according to ASTM D4263 (polyane test).
RELATIVE HUMIDITY: <80%
Protect from wind, direct sunlight, rain, frost and the environment during application and curing.
Mix component A EPX2 Superior alone thoroughly by mechanical means.
When exposed to low temperatures, component A can thicken considerably, to the point where mixing becomes impossible. This phenomenon does not affect product performance and is totally reversible. In this case, the use of a heating belt is recommended. In fact, it may be advisable to expose component A for 8 hours at 35-40°C (indicative data to be adapted according to the volume of product to be heated), to refluidify it before use. Check the temperature of component A before use (a product that is too hot may have too short an open time).
Next, add component B and mix mechanically for several minutes, in the proportion 667g A to 333g B = 1 kg EPX2 Superior ready-to-use.
EPOXY MORTAR APPLICATION FOR ZERO-TENSIONING (TILE JOINTS, ETC.)
Mix component A alone using a mechanical agitator.
Then add component B and mix mechanically for at least 3 minutes. The mixture should be perfectly homogeneous. We recommend mixing at low speed and positioning the agitator at the bottom of the bucket to minimize the incorporation of air.
Add SQ10 sand and continue mixing for 2 minutes.
Apply the mortar with a 6 mm notched triangular comb and smooth with a Parfait’Liss smoothing machine to obtain a perfectly smooth surface.
If you wish to apply MA’s micro concrete afterwards, sprinkle with SQ10 Sand while the layer is still fresh.
In all cases, sprinkle the sand evenly over the surface, vacuum up any excess when the primer is dry and check that there are no gaps. This is the key to a successful hook.
If a hollow remains after drying (if the joints are deep), pull to zero again and sprinkle with Sable SQ10 while the epoxy primer is still fresh.
Once the sandblasted epoxy mortar is perfectly dry and dust-free, the floor can be levelled using a diamond surfacing operation.
CONSUMPTION
Mortar application (for a total thickness of between 1 and 4 mm): approx. 2 to 3 kg (primer + sand) /m2 for 2 mm thickness.
Consumption should be adjusted according to the substrate, so that the resulting surface is flat and joints filled. 2 coats can be applied if necessary.
Mortar application for walk-in shower trays (WEDI tray): approx. 8kg (primer + sand)/m² for a thickness of approx. 3 mm. Use gelling agent if necessary.
DRYING TIME AT 20°C AND 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY
OPEN TIME (SUPERIOR EPX2 MORTAR) :
+10°C: approx. 40 minutes
+20°C: approx. 20 minutes
+30°C: approx. 10 minutes
LIGHT TRAFFIC: 24 hours
RECOVERABLE BY DECORATIVE COATING: 24 hours
FULL DRYING: 8 days
At 10°C, drying times are more than doubled.
These data are indicative, as curing times vary according to drying conditions (temperature and relative humidity in particular).
TOOL CLEANING
Solvent-based cleaner.
Technical specifications and performance 7
PRODUCT APPEARANCE
Appearance in jar: resin: liquid; hardener: liquid
DENSITY A + B (AT 20°C)
Resin and hardener: approx. 1.1
SPOTLIGHT
PE > 100°C
USEFUL LIFE (20°C, 60%)
- EPX2 Superior pure: 10 minutes at 20°C
- EPX2 Superior mortar: 20 minutes at 20°C
At 30°C, the practical duration of use is halved (10 minutes).
STORAGE
1 year in original, unopened packaging, out of direct sunlight and frost, at temperatures between +5° and 30°C.
Check the product’s expiration date.
SAFETY
For further safety information, please refer to the Safety Data Sheet.
VOC contents are also available in section 15 of the Safety Data Sheet.
Mixture sheet: EPX2 Superior
ORDER OF INCORPORATION | PRODUCT | 7.5 KG |
1 | Component A | 5 kg |
2 | Component B | 2.5 kg |
3 | Option: Gelling agent | min : 0.15 kg – max 0.30 kg |
4 | SQ10 | 11.2 kg (if gelling agent, use 7.5 kg) |
ORDER OF INCORPORATION | PRODUCT | 7.5 KG |
1 | Component A | 5 kg |
2 | Component B | 2.5 kg |
3 | Option: Gelling agent | min : 0.15 kg – max 0.30 kg |
4 | SQ40 | max : 90 kg |
Warning
Designed, developed and manufactured in France. All data presented in this Technical Data Sheet are provided for information purposes only and do not engage our responsibility. Under no circumstances should they be construed as a warranty. Testing is necessary. This data sheet is subject to change, so please check that it is the latest edition. This data sheet cancels and replaces all previous versions. Furthermore, as the implementation and conditions of application are not under our control, we decline all responsibility. For further information on precautions for use and safety instructions, please contact our Marius Aurenti teams.
Presentation
AREAS OF USE
Preparing interior walls to receive a decorative coating such as paint, lime paste or wall concrete.
COMPOSITION
Water-based acrylic primer
PROPERTIES
High covering power, easy to apply
PACKAGING
1L, 5L and 15L
Implementation
SUBSTRATE AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
Plaster, masonry, woodwork, old compatible paints. Substrates must be sound, dry and clean.
No dilution is necessary. Consult us for spray application.
APPLICATION MATERIAL
Brush, 12 mm roller, spray gun
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
Minimum 3°C above dew point before application.
TEMPERATURE: >10°C and <25°C
RELATIVE HUMIDITY: <65%
Protect from wind, direct sunlight, rain, frost and the environment during application and curing.
CONSUMPTION
100 to 120 ml per m² in 1 coat
DRYING TIME AT 20°C AND 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY
DRY TO TOUCH 1 hour
BETWEEN 2 COATS 4 hours
TOOL CLEANING
Clean equipment immediately after use with water.
Technical specifications and performance 4
PRODUCT APPEARANCE
White paste
FINISHED ASPECT
Matt film, slightly dappled
DENSITY (AT 20°C)
1,4
STORAGE AND SAFETY
1 year in original, unopened packaging, away from sunlight and frost, in a cool, well-ventilated place.
For further safety information, please consult the Safety Data Sheet.
Warning
Designed, developed and manufactured in France. All data presented in this Technical Data Sheet are provided for information purposes only and do not engage our responsibility. Under no circumstances should they be construed as a warranty. Testing is necessary. This data sheet is subject to change, so please check that it is the latest edition. This data sheet cancels and replaces all previous versions. Furthermore, as the implementation and conditions of application are not under our control, we decline all responsibility. For further information on precautions for use and safety instructions, please contact our Marius Aurenti teams.
Presentation
AREAS OF USE
High-performance, multi-substrate undercoat.
COMPOSITION
Single-component, waterborne acrylic primer.
PROPERTIES
Excellent adhesion to all substrates (metal, PVC, wall tiles, old paint).
PACKAGING
1L
Implementation
SUBSTRATE AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
Sand-blasted ferrous metals, aluminum, zinc, galvanized metals, copper, rigid PVC, wall tiles. On ferrous metals: strip and sand to remove all traces of rust, then remove dust.
On other metals and compatible old paints: degrease, brush and scrape off oxidized areas. Dry thoroughly before applying primer.
On PVC: degrease and lightly sand, then remove dust.
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
TEMPERATURE >5°C and <30°C (ideal temperature: >15°C and <20°C)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY <80%
HUMIDITY OF SUBSTRATE 4% maximum
APPLICATION MATERIAL
Brush or roller: dilute 5% with water
Airless spray gun: 13 to 15/1000e nozzle, 150 to 200 bar pressure, dilute 10 to 15% with water.
CONSUMPTION
10 to 12 m² per Litre in 1 coat
DRYING TIME AT 20°C AND 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY
15 minutes
DRY TO TOUCH 1 hour
RECOVERABLE 6 hours minimum / 12 hours maximum
TOOL CLEANING
Clean equipment immediately after use with water.
Technical specifications and performance
APPEARANCE OF DRY FILM
Matt white
DENSITY (AT 20°C)
1,4
STORAGE AND SAFETY
1 year in original, unopened packaging, out of direct sunlight and frost, at temperatures between +5° and 35°C.
For further safety information, please consult the Safety Data Sheet.
Warning
Designed, developed and manufactured in France. All data presented in this Technical Data Sheet are provided for information purposes only and do not engage our responsibility. Under no circumstances should they be construed as a warranty. Testing is necessary. This data sheet is subject to change, so please check that it is the latest edition. This data sheet cancels and replaces all previous versions. Furthermore, as the implementation and conditions of application are not under our control, we decline all responsibility. For further information on precautions for use and safety instructions, please contact our Marius Aurenti teams.
Presentation
AREAS OF USE
Primer for adhesion between ACP Tile Undercoat and Marius Aurenti Micro Concrete. Application for tiled walls only.
COMPOSITION
High-performance polymer resin in water-filled phase.
PROPERTIES
Ready-to-use, single-component bonding agent between adhesion promoter (ACP Tile Underlayment) and Micro Concrete.
PACKAGING
2.5kg and 10kg
Implementation
SUBSTRATE AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
It is imperative to apply an ACP Tile Underlayment and, if necessary, a glass-fibre mesh (see ACP Tile Underlayment Technical Data Sheet).
APPLICATION EQUIPMENT
Smoother 25cm
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
Before application, check substrate humidity (4% maximum).
TEMPERATURE >5°C and <30°C (ideal temperature: >15°C and <20°C)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY <80%
APPLICATION METHOD
For tiled surfaces with joints < 3mm:
Roll a coat of ACP Tile Undercoat over the entire surface to create adhesion.
For tiled surfaces with joints > 3mm:
Grout with a coat of ACP Tile Primer, allow to dry for 7 to 8 hours, then sand with a 40-grit single-brush tool.
Then roll a coat of ACP Tile Undercoat over the entire surface to create adhesion.
Once the ACP Tile Undercoat has dried, apply a coat of ACP Tile Primer and smooth to obtain a smooth finish.
CONSUMPTION
From 0.7 to 1 kg/m².
DRYING TIME AT 20°C AND 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY
DRY TO TOUCH about 6 hours
BETWEEN 2 COATS 12 hours
COMPLETE HARDENING 48 hours
TOOL CLEANING
Equipment should be cleaned with hot water after use.
Technical specifications and performance
DRY EXTRACT | ISO 3251 cell | 99.6% cell |
BROOKFIELD VISCOSITY AT 20°C | ASTM D 2198 cell | Cell 620 ± 80 CP |
PRODUCT APPEARANCE
Grey paste
DENSITY (AT 20°C)
1,7
STORAGE AND SAFETY
1 year in original packaging, out of direct sunlight and frost, at temperatures between +5° and 30°C.
For further safety information, please consult the Safety Data Sheet.
Presentation
AREAS OF USE
Adhesion promoter for interior tiled walls designed to receive ACP Tile Primer.
COMPOSITION
Ready-to-use, single-component, waterborne polymer primer.
PROPERTIES
High adhesion to all surfaces and reinforcement of difficult substrates, easy to apply.
PACKAGING
1L, 10L
Implementation
SUBSTRATE AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
Tiles, marble.
The substrate must be sound, dry, cohesive and clean (free of dust, dirt, oil, etc.).
Clean and degrease thoroughly with specific detergents (degreaser, stripper, alcohol…).
In the case of tiling, all tiles must be well sealed and joints perfectly cohesive and clean. Tile adhesion should be checked by probing. A visual and acoustic inspection must be carried out in accordance with DTU 54.1.
It is essential to carry out a mechanical diamond surfacing operation to roughen the substrate and open up its porosity.
APPLICATION EQUIPMENT
12mm anti-drip roller, brush or spray gun.
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
TEMPERATURE >15°C and <30°C
RELATIVE HUMIDITY <80%
HUMIDITY OF SUBSTRATE 4% maximum
The application temperature must not be lower than 10°C, as at lower temperatures drying times could be considerably longer, compromising perfect cross-linking of the product and therefore perfect adhesion.
APPLICATION METHOD
Apply 1 coat evenly with a roller. If necessary, apply a glass screen to the still-moist product. Roll over surface to lock in ACP Tile Underlayment. Check that there are no overlapping wefts, air bubbles or bulges.
Then, as soon as the ACP Tile Undercoat is dry (approx. 4 hours at 20°C and 60% RH), apply the ACP Tile Primer.
CONSUMPTION
Between 100 and 150 mL/m².
DRYING TIME AT 20°C AND 60% RELATIVE HUMIDITY
DRY TO THE TOUCH approx. 2 hours
BETWEEN 2 COATS 4 hours
COMPLETE HARDENING 7 days
TOOL CLEANING
Equipment should be cleaned with hot water after use.
Technical specifications and performance
PRODUCT APPEARANCE
White paste
DENSITY (AT 20°C)
1,4
STORAGE AND SAFETY
1 year in original packaging, out of direct sunlight and frost, at temperatures between +5° and 30°C.
For further safety information, please consult the Safety Data Sheet.
All our materials are applied according to rigorous methods of substrate preparation, finishing and maintenance, for greater durability.
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