VIGA TOP
Description
“VIGA Top”, is a formula in the form of whitish powder, ready for manual application after the addition of the specific amount of water. It’s mechanically mixed and automatically packed with constant tested ratios, composed from primary raw materials and high quality additives enhancing the product performance. Natural elements compose more than 98% from the total weight. After adding the right portion of clean water, it gives a homogeneous mortar ready for application without adding any additives. It has the ability to smooth the surface that have been plastered by “VIGA” products or to repair traditional plaster “VIGA Top”, after its setting gives a very smooth coat dust free. It also features a very high adhesion to different types of substrates in addition to a very high coverage rates with the lowest percentage of waste. In addition, it can reach up to 3 mm to repair any roughness appearing in the surface even on top of traditional sand and cement plaster or fair-face concrete
Usages
- To finish and smooth the surface of “VIGA Mortar” efficiently resulting in a very smooth, fine and strong surface
- To finish and smooth the surfaces of fair-faced concrete with a thickness up to 2-3 mm per layer
Advantages
Can reach a thickness of 3mm per layer
- Results in a white smooth surface
- Ideal for large areas as it doesn’t show separations especially in the case of renovations or repairs
- Rich with adhesion additives improving its adhesion to the rest of “VIGA” system
- Can be painted directly after the recommended type of sealer according to the paint to be used
- Easy to prepare, only spray the powder to the indicated ratio of water then mix thoroughly till reaching the required consistency
- Average coverage rate (Lab trials ) reaching 3,000m2/Ton at a 0.5 mm thickness, according to type and roughness of substrates
- Adjusted setting time ranging 50-60 mins according to application and storage conditions
- Guaranteed by ALROWAD FOR IMPORT, the world leader manufacturer and producer of building materials
- Very healthy both during application or housing and doesn’t cause any odors
- Environment friendly as it consumes a low thermal energy during manufacturing and it is packed in recyclable sacks
Technical characteristics
- Mix density : 1450-1550 Kg/m3
- Average coverage rate : 40 m2 for 0.5 mm thickness per sack
- Maximum thickness: 5 mm
- Average compressive strength: 1.2 Newton/mm2
- Average tensile strength: 1.4 Newton/mm2
- Average surface Hardness: 4.5 Newton/mm2
- Working time: 50 mins
- Setting time: 60 mins
- PH: 7-8
- Mixing ratio: 80-90% clean water by weight
- Sack weight: 12.5 Kg
Storage conditions
Must be stored in a dry area far from the reach of humidity or any water source, preferably on pallets and covered with impermeable cover to maintain a steady quality the longest duration possible
Application
Before starting
Ensure the mixing container and the application tools are clean especially form waste of previous mix and it’s recommended to clean the tools directly after usage
Mixing ratio
“VIGA Top” is mixed to 80-90% of water by weight
Preparation & mixing
“VIGA Top” is sprayed on water with the right ratios (Don’t add water to powder), then leave for 2 mins till it soaks completely. Stir the mix perfectly in all directions till reaching a homogeneous mortar with the convenient consistency for the application. It is preferred to use mechanical mixing
Working and setting time
“VIGA Top” is workable for 50 mins starting from the start of mixing, initial setting in 60 mins and reaches final setting in 1 day on average according to surface conditions, and thickness, weather conditions and humidity.
Important instructions
- The shelf-life printed on the sack must be respected
- Powder must be sprayed to water and not the opposite
- Don’t mix a quantity that you can’t use in 50 mins
- Don’t add new quantity to an old one
- Surfaces must be sprayed intensively with water before application especially in summer or hot areas
- The addition of other additives on the product during mixing especially bonding agents has a negative impact on the quality of the product and changes its nature
- In case of remaining quantities in the sack, the sack must be well sealed and stored away from any source water or humidity
- It’s recommended to always refer to technical catalog or technical support team for extra information concerning different applications
- Valid for 6 months from the production date indicated on the sack