Cretex Rapid is a magnesium phosphate cementitious floor repair comprising rapid setting cement modified with a combination of graded aggregates, producing excellent adhesion and physical properties. Cretex Rapid does not shrink, is water resistant once cured and will protect exposed reinforcing against corrosion.
Cretex Rapid can easily be part mixed, eliminating waste.
Typical Uses
Being solvent free, non-toxic and non-taint, Cretex Rapid is ideal for use in medical, animal, food processing and working environments. Typical purposes include repairs to, spalling or damaged floors, kerbs, plints, columns, coping, sills, lintels and beams. It is ideal for forming coving.
Suitable Substrates
Cretex Rapid is designed primarily for use on concrete. The product is chloride free and may safely be used in contact with cast iron and steelwork. It is suitable for damp area altough application to WET substrates is not recommended.
Colour
Cretex Rapid is grey in colour.
Packaging
Cretex Rapid is supplied in 10kg units.
Pot life & curing time10 minutes at 20˚C. Initial curing takes place within 45 minutes depending on temperature. Full cure is achieved after 28 days
Application temperature5˚C - 30˚C
Coverage0.25m² at 20mm nominal thickness
Shelf life & storage6 months
Preparation
Concrete repairs should be prepared with squared off edges having a 10mm minimum vertical lip.
Remove all loose material – wire brushing is advisable. Sweep clean or vacuum.
The surface must be free from grease, oil or contamination. Dusty, dry substrates should be lightly dampened with water to reduce suction.
Mixing
The recommended mixing ratio of powder to liquid is 10kg powder to 600ml water by weight, the water in a suitable mixing bucket and gradually add the powder whilst mixing until a slump free trowelable consistency is obtained. Mix thoroughly for at least 1 minute using a heavy duty, slow speed drill and mixing paddle.
DO NOT MIX MORE THAN CAN BE APPLIED IN 10 MINUTES.
Application
Having prepared and pre-wetted the substrate, apply the material using a trowel IMMEDIATELY AFTER MIXING.