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How to clean and maintain Microcement surfaces?

We detail the five most important tips and the best time to properly clean microcement surfaces after applying the coating.

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Microcement is a coating that is experiencing exponential growth in its decorative use, we find it as a coating for all types of floors, furniture and countertops, it is becoming more and more present both in private homes and commercial premises.

Know the times to achieve the finish you want once the application of our TOPCRET microcement formula is finished:

  • 24 hours for transit free
  • 48 hours for the coating to be waterproof
  • 5 days to reach 75% hardness and allow transit on heavy pieces (furniture, etc.)
  • 21 days for total hardness and drying.


5 TIPS TO CLEAN MICROCEMENT SURFACES
Below we detail what are the most important tips about microcement cleaning:

1- First 72 hours

When 48 hours have elapsed since the application of the sealant, it will be possible to have contact with the surface, but carefully. It is recommended to wait up to a week after this application and avoid the traffic of people in the case of floors.

Another tip is to avoid washing it especially with abrasive products and spilling liquids on surfaces with recent coatings can also degrade the finish of the cover.

It is also worth noting the importance of allowing air to circulate in the environment so that the water vapor produced by the condensation of this material does not affect its settlement.

2- In the first week after the application of the microcement, it is very important not to clean it under any circumstances.

And it is that during the drying of the microcement it is essential to ventilate the room so that it dries correctly before carrying out any cleaning work. Pouring any type of liquid on it could change the color of the microcement or cause the surface to lighten.

3- Contact with the microcement should also be avoided until it dries, the temperature should also be controlled so that it is above 15ºC at all times.

Once the first week has elapsed after the application of the microcement, the surface of the microcement can be cleaned very gently using only water.
Why? It is necessary to wait for the porosity of the microcement to close completely, and this only happens after the first seven days.

If cleaning is needed, it can be done with neutral PH solutions, alcohol and liquid soap.In short, it is best that during the first month all possible precautions are kept. This period of time is critical to achieve optimum settling of the material.
Do not use abrasive or aggressive products such as solvents, abrasive cleaners or strong chemicals under any circumstances. In the case of doing so, the microcement surface could be seriously damaged.

4- Specialized products for cleaning microcement

Although water and neutral soap is enough to clean the microcement, there are also other products that we can use for cleaning, some are alkaline products which require protection when used or also opt for less industrial products that we can buy in warehouses or stores. specialized.

5- Recommendations

  • Avoid puddles and humidity
  • Microcement is not compatible with continuous water exposure as this could erode its seal and lead to water leaks.
  • It is important to carry out regular maintenance on this type of surface using acrylic waxes.
  • We must avoid elements that can scratch it. As could be the grains of sand or small stones. When driving through them or cleaning them, care must be taken not to drag these elements that could harm their appearance.

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TECHNICAL FEATURES

ADHERENCE RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13892-8: 2003 >3,3 N/mm2
SURFACE HARDNESS, UNE-EN 13892-6: 2003 120 N/mm2
LIQUID WATER PERMEABILITY UNE-EN 1062-3:20080,01 kg/m2 h0,05
BENDING PROPERTIES, UNE-EN ISO 178:20031,3 kN/mm2
RESISTANCE TO IMPACT: UNE-EN ISO 6272:2012 >14,7 NmA
FALL HEIGHT AT WHICH THE FIRST CRACKS ARE OBSERVED: 1500 mm
DIAMETER AT THIS LEVEL: 9,5 mm
WEAR RESISTANCE BCA, UNE-EN 13892-2: 2003 30 µm

WARRANTY

Topcret® commits to repair or replace at no cost for a period of 3 years any type of defect that may arise. Warranty also extends to the application process.

Topcret has an exclusive rework insuarance,through which you can access a lifetime bonus to redo your work whenever you want. This insurance covers all those cases that are not covered by the Zero Cost Guarantee, even if there were no defects or accidents, such as changing the color of the applied coating.

WARRANTY

Topcret® commits to repair or replace at no cost for a period of 3 years any type of defect that may arise. Warranty also extends to the application process.

Topcret has an exclusive rework insuarance,through which you can access a lifetime bonus to redo your work whenever you want. This insurance covers all those cases that are not covered by the Zero Cost Guarantee, even if there were no defects or accidents, such as changing the color of the applied coating.

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The installation process is carried out with our own applicators, trained in our academy.

This allows us to guarantee the result and compliance with the agreed delivery times. In addition, we are manufacturers, so we sell only products that we have in stock.

ON SCHEDULE

The installation process is carried out with our own applicators, trained in our academy.

This allows us to guarantee the result and compliance with the agreed delivery times. In addition, we are manufacturers, so we sell only products that we have in stock.

BUDGET WITHOUT SURPRISES

The commercial process includes on site visits by our trained applicators, we make sure that what was agreed is what will finally happen. No surprises, no hidden fees.

BUDGET WITHOUT SURPRISES

The commercial process includes on site visits by our trained applicators, we make sure that what was agreed is what will finally happen. No surprises, no hidden fees.

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MAIN ADVANTAGES

TECHNICAL FEATURES

ADHERENCE RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13892-8: 2003 >3,3 N/mm2
SURFACE HARDNESS, UNE-EN 13892-6: 2003 120 N/mm2
LIQUID WATER PERMEABILITY UNE-EN 1062-3:20080,01 kg/m2 h0,05
BENDING PROPERTIES, UNE-EN ISO 178:20031,3 kN/mm2
RESISTANCE TO IMPACT: UNE-EN ISO 6272:2012 >14,7 NmA
FALL HEIGHT AT WHICH THE FIRST CRACKS ARE OBSERVED: 1500 mm
DIAMETER AT THIS LEVEL: 9,5 mm
WEAR RESISTANCE BCA, UNE-EN 13892-2: 2003 30 µm
DETERMINATION OF CHEMICAL RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13529:2003
No defects up to: 7 days for chlorine; 1 day for bleanch, olive oil, alcohol, viakal and vinegar; 6 hours for lemon juice.

CERTIFICATIONS

Topcret® has received the European CE certification for their products, guaranteeing all legal and technical security requirements requested by the European Union.

Also, we have obtained the ISO 14000 certification complying with environmental, sustainability and energy efficiency standards, both in our products and facilities. Another goal is meeting the legal requirements in terms of work safety.

To this end, we have been certified with the strict OHSAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System standards. Topcret® reinsures in this way its state of the art position in the sector. Moreover, we work with Applus certifications for our systems.

Through the following links you will have access to the BAXAB certificates:

ENVIRONMENT

As a company committed to the quality of our products and respect for the environment, it is an unavoidable goal to make the profitability of economic activity compatible with the maximum satisfaction of our customers and environmental preservation, considering the interactions of our products throughout its life cycle.

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TECHNICAL FEATURES

ADHESION RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13892-6 >1,2N/mm
SURFACE HARDNESS, UNE-EN 13892-6:200343 N/mm²
SLIP RESISTANCE UNE-ENV 1263327
WEAR RESISTANCE BCA, UNE-EN 13892-4160 µm
IMPACT RESISTANCE, UNE-EN ISO 6272>14,7 Nm
RESISTANCE TO STRONG CHEMICAL ATTACKS, UNE-EN 13529:205
No defects after 7 days of contact for olive oil, water, alcohol, coffee and lye. No defects after 1 day of contact for hair dye and alcohol vinegar. No defects after 6 hours of contact for lemon juice.

MAIN ADVANTAGES

CERTIFICATIONS

Topcret® has received the European CE certification for their products, guaranteeing all legal and technical security requirements requested by the European Union.

Also, we have obtained the ISO 14000 certification complying with environmental, sustainability and energy efficiency standards, both in our products and facilities. Another goal is meeting the legal requirements in terms of work safety.

To this end, we have been certified with the strict OHSAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System standards. Topcret® reinsures in this way its state of the art position in the sector. Moreover, we work with Applus certifications for our systems.

Through the following links you will have access to the MICROCEMENTO certificates:

TECHNICAL FEATURES

ADHESION RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13892-6 >1,2N/mm
SURFACE HARDNESS, UNE-EN 13892-6:2003 43 N/mm²
SLIP RESISTANCE UNE-ENV 12633 27
IMPACT RESISTANCE, UNE-EN ISO 6272 160 µm
WEAR RESISTANCE BCA, UNE-EN 13892-4 >14,7 Nm

MAIN ADVANTAGES

TECHNICAL FEATURES

ADHERENCE RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13892-8: 2003 -3,3 N/mm²
SURFACE HARDNESS, UNE-EN 13892-6: 2003120 N/mm²
LIQUID WATER PERMEABILITY UNE-EN 1062-3:20080,01 kg/m² h0,05
BENDING PROPERTIES, UNE-EN ISO 178:2003 178:20031,3 kN/mm²
RESISTANCE TO IMPACT: UNE-EN ISO 6272:2012 >14,7 Nm
FALL HEIGHT AT WHICH THE FIRST CRACKS ARE OBSERVED: A 1500 mm
DIAMETER AT THIS LEVEL: 9,5 mm
WEAR RESISTANCE BCA, UNE-EN 13892-2: 20003 30 µm
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE, UNE-EN 13529
Without defects after 3 days, Olive oil, Red wine, Alcohol, Hair dye, Vinegar viakal, Lemon jouce.

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