Potassium Lithium Silicate

About Potassium Lithium Silicate

CETEX POLISIPotassium Lithium Silicate is a premium mixed silicate It hardensa wide variety of concrete marble stone surfaces When POLISI is applied it penetrates the surface and it reacts with thefree calcium hydroxide to produce a byproduct which fills up the pores on thesurface Being bigger molecule compared to Lithium Silicate penetration islower hence more suitable for porous surfacesADVANTAGES Penetrates into the surface to harden and decrease the porosity of the surfaceIt improves the light reflectance and on polishing the surface results in permanent and attractive sheenHelps reduce damaging alkalisilica reactions and protects from weathering and efflorescenceIt provides a tough protected surface that does not discolour or show pedestrian or vehicular wear marksBy reducing the pores of the surface it aids in curing of green concreteImproves the abrasion resistance of the surfaceIt does not cause efflorescence and is more stable than sodiumIt helps in waterproofing improves the chemical resistance of the surfaceProtects the surface against scratching or peeling thus making it dustproofConcentrated for easy transportation and can be easily appliedIt can be applied in both new as well as old constructionsIt is economical to usePROPERTIESTotal Solids Content 290 300 percentapprox Specific Gravity at 25C 125approxpH Alkaline VOC Content NilAPPLICATION METHODSClean the surface before application If there is coating on the surface for example curing compound etc it should be removed Fill and repair all holes cracks and deteriorated areas For best result the surface should be dry to allow POLISI penetrate the pores and reactFor good result POLISI is diluted with water in 13 ratios It can be applied on clean surface by using a lowpressure sprayer or by spreading evenly with a softbristled broomFor Horizontal surfaces apply enough diluted POLISI to keep the surface wet for 20 minutes If areas dry out before that apply more diluted POLISI In hot dry or windy conditions dampen concrete before application to prevent flash drying Remove any dried powder residue using a stiff broom power sweeper or floor scrubbing machine For immediate enhanced shine buff or burnish the dry concrete surface in both directions using an orbital floor machine or burnisher equipped with an appropriate polishing pad This is a dry buffing operationFor vertical surfaces apply from the bottom up For maximum penetration and desired coverage rates a wetonwet application is recommended retreat within three to five minutes after initial application Repeated applications should be made until the surface remains moist for a minute or so before solution disappearsRestrict usage of the treated surface for 8 hoursPACKINGCETEXPOLISIis available in 60 kg carboy or 250 kg barrelSTORAGEWhen stored in anairtight sealed container in normal conditions has a shelf life of 12 monthsfrom date of shipment