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Consolidation and strengthening of mechanically weak masonry using cement-free, natural hydraulic lime based CRM system with silicate base breathable finish

Application steps

Discover the application steps, the products used for this solution and other alternative products.

1

Stone masonry.

2

Fibre-reinforced mortar MAPE-ANTIQUE NHL ECO STRUTTURALE 10 or MAPE-ANTIQUE NHL ECO STRUTTURALE

Apply the fibre reinforced mortar by trowel or rendering machine in a first coat 1.5 cm thick.

3

Alkali-resistant glass fibre mesh CRM SYSTEM - MAPENET EM30 or CRM SYSTEM - MAPENET EM40

Place the glass fibre mesh and gently press it with a smooth trowel so that it perfectly adheres to the mortar.

4

Glass fibre connector MAPENET EM CONNECTOR or MAPENET EMR CONNECTOR

Place connectors in the previously drilled holes using MAPEFIX VE SF.

5

Fibre reinforced mortar MAPE-ANTIQUE NHL ECO STRUTTURALE 10 or MAPE-ANTIQUE NHL ECO STRUTTURALE

Apply the fibre reinforced mortar by trowel or rendering machine in a second coat 1.5 cm thick to completely cover the mesh and connectors.

6

Silicate base coat

SILEXCOLOR BASE COAT

Apply the filling primer by brush, roller or spray (no airless).

7

Silicate coating

SILEXCOLOR TONACHINO

Apply by stainless steel trowel in two coats according to grain size. Finish with plastic or sponge float.

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