Floor Levelling
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Contents Bostik Green Commitment 4 Pictograms 7 Cementitous Floor Levelling Compounds 8 Floor Levelling Characteristics, Specifications And Technical Support 9 Application Instructions 10 SELF LEVELLING COMPOUNDS Self Levelling Floor Compound: UL-50 12 Self Levelling Floor Compound: UL-100 14 Self Levelling Floor Compound: UL-200 16 Feathering Compound: UL-Ultrafine 18 Floor Patching Compounds: UL-Rapid Set 20 Floor Screed: UL-Screed 22 SUPPORTING PRODUCTS UL-Primer 24 Moisture Seal 24 Megalastic 25 Floor Levelling Mechanical Properties 26 Product Selection Tools: Floor Levelling Selection Chart 28 3
Bostik s Green Commitment INNOVATIVE NEW PRODUCTS TO PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT Bostik is committed to offering innovative product solutions which contribute to sustainable development in construction. This is achieved through continuously developing greener products and packaging. Bostik anticipates and exceeds the needs of its customers while minimising environmental impacts. PROMOTING PRODUCT STEWARDSHIP Right from the research stage, Bostik integrates health, safety and environmental criteria into each new product development. As a signatory to the National Packaging Covenant, Bostik is firmly committed to reducing the environmental impact of packaging. Further down the line, Bostik applies the same degree of rigour to labeling, preparation of safety documents (safety data sheets). This ensures optimum conditions for the storage, shipment and use of its products. Our relationship with our customers includes technical assistance aimed at optimising the use of our products for the greater protection of people and the environment. REDUCED IMPACT OF COMPANY ACTIVITIES ON THE ENVIRONMENT All Bostik production sites monitor the characteristics of emissions and waste rigorously and systematically. Performance indicators provide a regular assessment of the environmental performance. Action plans are continuously updated and implemented to reduce the impact on the environment. PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Systems are in place to manage Bostik s ISO 9001 safety and quality performan systems are based on a continuous improvement process. LOCAL AUTHORITY The Green Building Council of Australia developed the Green Star environmental rating system for building and construction. A growing number of projects are adopting these green building processes to promote a healthier environment, minimise global impacts and improve the satisfaction and living environments of the population. Builders, re-modelers, engineers, product manufactures, architects and consumers alike are using these guidelines to create new approaches to construction and remodeling projects that will benefit today and the world tomorrow. 4
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Pictograms Pictograms are symbols that contain application related information that outlines the features and benefits of the product. Pictograms can be found in catalogues and packaging. Indoor floor Floor covering vinyl - 2 hours Foot Traffic - 6Hour Maximum thickness - 6mm Maximum thickness -15mm Foot traffic - 45 minutes Floor covering tile - 24hours Floor covering carpet - 24 hours Maximum thickness - 25mm Maximum thickness - 120mm Floor covering - 1 hour Foot traffic - 2 hours Floor covering tile - 16 hours Indoor / outdoor floor Floor covering carpet - 16 hours Foot traffic - 1 hour Floor covering timber to vinyl -16 hours Floor covering tile to carpet - 6 hours Maximum thickness - 200mm Waterproofing membrane - 4 hours Water ratio - 4.0-4.5L/10Kg bag 7
Cementitious Floor Levelling Compounds Cementitious Products Advances in the Construction Industry are ongoing. In recent years, many construction techniques have only become possible through corresponding developments in cementitious product design. Today s use of products in building, construction and mining is significant and in some cases has reached the point where much of the product is an important structural component of the building infrastructure. Bostik Australia is focused on offering an extensive range of cementitious products, designed specifically to address the advancements in practices throughout the civil and construction markets. Floor Levelling Bostik cementitious floor levelling products are examples of how formulated products offer specific qualities to the construction industry. The product range comprises of three self levelling floor compounds, engineered to suit varying floor coverings with specific set-times; a feathering compound for ultrafine smoothing; a patching compound for deep and localised repairs; a floor screed typically used in wet areas. Complementing these core products are the required primers and admixtures to ensure every project is a success. 8
Floor Levelling Characteristics Bostik s floor levelling products have been formulated with performance in mind. Flow properties, water demand, mechanical resistance, self-healing ability, and setting time are examples of the aspects addressed during formulation development. Floor covering type can influence the flooring product selected. Critical finishes such as vinyl require the appropriate self leveller with the required degree of finish. Tile is more forgiving and often requires an alternate less critical product. There are several key characteristics that differentiate products within the floor levelling family. Application thickness can influence the product selected. Each product has a minimum and maximum allowable thickness in which the product can be applied. Setting time is often important in planning when a product can be accessed after initial application (final set foot traffic), and when a floor covering can be applied (covering time). Underfloor heating is becoming more popular in today s market and requires integration with the correct floor levelling product. It is vital a flooring product is selected with this element in mind. Specification & Technical Support project success often lies in the correct specification and design of products. Bostik offers a complete technical services package via the technical and specifications services. Whether it be systems application, specification documentation or on site assistance, Bostik s technical team will ensure the required support is available at every stage. 9
Application Instructions Always refer to the Product Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before using. Allow primer to reach a tacky consistency. Approximate drying times for the tackiness is 40-60 minutes at 50% RH and 25 C. Surface Preparation Ensure the concrete substrate is clean and free from oil, grease, sealers, curing compounds, paints, polymer coatings, dust or other foreign (bond breaking) matter. Excess bitumen, adhesive or latience should be removed by light scabbling or mechanical captive shot blasting or grinding, followed by vacuuming to remove debris and dust. Large cracks or holes may be filled using Bostik UL- Rapid Set in accordance with the Technical Data Sheet. Extremely porous substrates such as weather damaged slabs, aerated lightweight concrete etc, may require a second coat of primer to avoid pinholes or bubbles in the levelling compound. If a second coat is required: Allow the first coat to dry prior to application of second coat. Apply second coat of primer ensuring any ponded primer is brushed out to allow for even drying. Ensure tackiness is reached prior to application of floor levellers. Priming Most floor levelling products require priming prior to application: Porous Substrate: Must be primed with Bostik UL-Primer. Non Porous: Must be primed with Bostik PrimeGrip non-porous. For concrete substrates that contain greater than 5.5% moisture content or are subject to greater than 70% relative humidity, rising damp or moisture, it is recommended that Bostik Moisture Seal is applied as vapour barrier. Refer to the Moisture SealTechnical Data Sheet. Floors treated with Bostik Moisture Seal should be treated as a non-porous surface and primed with Bostik PrimeGrip non-prorous. Non-Porous Floors Apply Bostik PrimeGrip non-porous to the prepared substrate using a brush, broom or roller in accordance with the Technical Data Sheet. Allow the primer to dry. Approximate drying time is 2-3 hours at 50% RH and 25 C. Mixing Bostik floor products have particular water ratios, depending on product (please refer to TDS or the below table). They are best mixed with forced action, high shear stirrer, powered by a heavy duty electric mixing drill at approx. 600 r.p.m. Porous Floors UL-Primer is supplied in a concentrate form and should be diluted: 2 parts water to 1 part UL-Primer. Apply Bostik UL-Primer to the prepared substrate using a brush, broom or roller in accordance with the relevant Technical Data Sheet. Product UL-50 UL-100 UL-200 UL-Ultrafine Ul-RapidSet UL-Screed Bag Weight (kg) 20Kg 20Kg 20Kg 10Kg 20Kg 20Kg Water Mix Ratio (per bag) 4.5-4.8L 4.5-4.8L 4.5-4.8L 4.0-4.5L 4.0-4.3L 2.0-2.5L 10
PVC Primers Bostik Co-Operative Test Program Add pre-measured water to a clean mixing bucket. Gradually add Bostik floor product into the water whilst continuously mixing the contents of the bucket. When the entire contents of the bag have been added to the water, mix for a further 2-3 minutes to produce a smooth homogenous consistency. CAUTION DO NOT MIX BY HAND. Bostik offer a service in which a program has been established to eliminate potential field problems by pre-testing Bostik products with samples of building materials to which the product will be applied. This service is available on large projects where pre-application testing will aid in determining the correct product. Consult a Bostik representative for further information. DO NOT ADD EXCESS WATER. Discard any hardened or stiffened compound that has formed in the mixing bucket. Further addition of water will NOT reconstitute a useable mixture. Storage & Shelf Life Bostik floor levellers have a shelf life of 12 months in unopened bags. Must be stored in a cool dry elevated place and protected from humidity. PLACING Primed areas should receive the Bostik flooring product as soon as possible to avoid dust and surface contamination effecting adhesion of the Bostik floor product to the primer. Pour the mixed material on the primed substrate. Depending on desired thickness, either allow material to seek its own level or spread the material with a steel trowel, spreader or squeegee. Keep the trowel slightly inclined to obtain desired thickness. Pour the next mix of material. To ensure uniform consistency and flow application, it is advised that subsequent mixes are ready to enable continuous pouring. For very large areas Bostik floor levellers can also be applied using an automatic pump. (Consult Bostik for further information). Curing Protect the finished area against damage during curing. The addition of water after it has started to stiffen is not recommended. Any product that has not been placed whilst still fully fluid should be discarded. Clean- Up Bostik FLOOR LEVELLERS should be removed from tools and equipment with clean water immediately after use. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SEE THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. EMERGENCY INFORMATION: 1800 033 111 (ALL HOURS) MSDS can be downloaded from www.bostik.com.au Bostik Product Guarantee This product comes with consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). In addition to your rights as a consumer under the ACL or other laws, Bostik guarantees the performance of this product for 10 years if the product is used within its shelf life and in accordance with the usage instructions printed on this packaging or the product s Technical Data Sheet available on our website. This 10 year guarantee specifically excludes any loss or damage caused by incorrect usage and covers the removal and replacement of the affected materials if the failure is proven to be directly related to Bostik products within the warranty period. 11
Self Levelling Floor Compounds UL-50 DESCRIPTION General purpose tile and carpet underlay. Self-levelling, single component cementitious underlay formulated to achieve a smooth flat surface with ease of application APPLICATION Application thickness of 2mm - 15mm RECOMMENDED USES General purpose tile or carpet underlay Residential and commercial New construction and refurbishment projects Internal Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-50 30840422 Grey 20Kg 1 9310492258737 12
System 5 4 2 3 5 Tile 4 Tile Adhesive 3 UL-50 Self Levelling Compound 2 Primer 1 Substrate 1 13
Self Levelling Floor Compounds UL-100 DESCRIPTION Superior tile & carpet underlay. Rapid hardening self-levelling, single component cementitious underlay formulated to achieve maximum flow without any shrinkage or cracking. Results in a smooth level surface with ease of application. APPLICATION Application thickness feather edge to 25mm RECOMMENDED USES Superior underlayment for carpet and ceramic tiles (may be used under parquet, timber & vinyl after extended curing). Fast repairs of uneven concrete floors Residential, commercial and medium industrial application New construction and refurbishment Internal Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-100 30840423 Grey 20Kg 1 9310492258744 14
System 5 2 3 4 5 Carpet 4 Carpet Adhesive 3 UL-100 Self Levelling Compound 2 Primer 1 Substrate 1 15
Self Levelling Floor Compounds UL-200 DESCRIPTION Superior vinyl & timber underlay. Rapid hardening polymer modified cementitious underlay formulated for maximum flow without shrinkage or cracking. APPLICATION Application thickness feather edge - 25mm RECOMMENDED USES Superior underlay for vinyl & timber floor coverings (may be used under carpet & tile if quick covering time is required) Reinstatement of new or existing concrete floors subject to foot traffic, industrial equipment, and fork lift traffic or trolleys Residential, commercial and industrial applications Heavy industrial traffic Wet areas (not immersed) With under subfloor heating Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-200 30605416 Grey 20Kg 1 9310492258751 16
System 5 1 2 3 4 5 Vinyl 4 Vinyl Adhesive 3 UL-200 Self Levelling Compound 2 Primer 1 Substrate 17
Feathering Compound UL-Ultrafine DESCRIPTION Superior cementitious feathering compound. Fast setting, shrinkage compensated compound designed to provide a true feather edge transtion. APPLICATION Application thickness feather edge - 6mm RECOMMENDED USES Smoothing out scratches, cracks and ridges in floor underlayment s. Filling gouges and joints to feather finish over concrete, wood and exisiting ceramic, terrazzo and quarry tiles. Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-Ultrafine 30840428 Grey 10Kg 1 9310492258768 18 4
System 5 2 3 4 5 Vinyl 4 Vinyl Adhesive 3 UL-Ultrafine (Feather Finish) 2 Grided Surface 1 Substrate 1 19
Rapid Patching Compound UL-RapidSet DESCRIPTION A fast setting, high strength polymer modified, shrinkage compensate floor repair mortar, ideal for most horizontal and vertical repairs. APPLICATION Application thickness of 5mm - 120mm. RECOMMENDED USES Heavy duty floor underlayment repairs. Floor repairs requiring reinstatement of area in short time periods. Building up ramp areas prior to application of floor coverings. Residential, commercial and medium industrial application. New construction and refurbishment projects. Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-Rapid set 30840437 Grey 20Kg 1 9310492131177 20
System 5 2 4 3 5 Carpet 4 Carpet Adhesive 3 UL-Rapid Set 2 Self Levelling Compound 1 Substrate 1 3 21
Floor Screed UL-Screed DESCRIPTION A fast setting high build modified cementitious underlay. Specially formulated for quick and easy application to achieve required falls without any shrinkage or cracking. APPLICATION Application thickness: 15-200mm Bonded 25-200mm Unbonded RECOMMENDED USES External balconies or in ramp applications. Wet areas where controlled falls are required. Onto concrete and FC (Cement sheet) sheet substrate. Residential, commercial or mediumk industrial applications As a system in conjunction with Bostik/ASA wet area internal waterproofing membranes. Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-Screed 30605691 Grey 20Kg 1 9310492258775 22
System 4 5 5 Tile 4 Tile Adhesive 3 UL-Screed 2 Primer 1 Substrate 1 2 3 23
Supporting Products UL-Primer DESCRIPTION A high performance one component primer for use on porous sustrates Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN UL-Primer 30605423 White 5L 1 9310492200897 PrimeGrip Non-Porous DESCRIPTION A new generation of one component universal ready to use solvent free primer and adhesion promoter specifically designed to improve bonding onto imprevious substrates. Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN PrimeGrip 30607467 Milky Beige 7Kg 1 9310492261188 24
Moisture Seal DESCRIPTION A two part, high performance, water based epoxy moisture and vapour barrier. Part A Part B Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN Moisture Seal 30840500 Green 10L Kit 2 x 5L Kit 9310492260662 Megalastic DESCRIPTION High performance additive used to enhance performance and flexibility Item No. Colour Unit Size Pack Size APN Megalastic 30840228 White 20L 1 9310492255897 Megalastic 30840184 White 5L 4 9329431000962 25
Floor Levelling Mechanical Properties Product UL-50 UL-100 UL-200 Description General purpose self levelling underlay for tile and carpet Superior self levelling underlay for tile and carpet Superior rapid setting self levelling underlay for vinyl and timber Application Thickness 2mm-15mm Feather - 25mm Feather - 25mm Water demand 4.5-4.8 Litres 4.5-4.8 Litres 4.5-4.8 Litres Set Time Initial Set 4-5 Hrs Initial Set 1.5-2 Hrs Initial Set 1.5-2 Hrs Final Set 5-6 Hrs Final Set 2-3 Hrs Final Set 2-3 Hrs Reflow time 10-15 min Reflow time 10-15 min Reflow time 10-15 min Ready for Foot Traffic 6-8 Hrs Ready for Foot Traffic 2-4 Hrs Ready for Foot Traffic 2-3 Hrs Ready for floor coverings 24 Hrs Ready for floor coverings 16-18 Hrs Ready for floor coverings 6-8 Hrs Working Time Temperature minutes Temperature minutes Temperature minutes 10 c 50-60 min 10 c 50-60 min 10 c 50-60 min 20 c 30-40 min 20 c 30-40 min 20 c 30-40 min 30 c 20-30 min 30 c 20-30 min 30 c 20-30 min Application Temperature Minimum 5 c Minimum 5 c Minimum 5 c Maximum 30 c Maximum 30 c Maximum 30 c Tensile Adhesion Strength Age Mpa Age Mpa Age Mpa 1 day 1 Mpa 1 day 2 Mpa 1 day 2 Mpa 28 days 3 Mpa 28 days 4 Mpa 28 days 4 Mpa Compressive strength Age Mpa Age Mpa Age Mpa Fresh Wet Density (kg/m 3 ) 5 Hrs 3-4 Mpa 5 Hrs 5-7 Mpa 5 Hrs 7-10 Mpa 1 day 13-15 Mpa 1 day 13-15 Mpa 1 day 15-20 Mpa 3 days 15-18 Mpa 3 days 15-18 Mpa 3 days 20-25 Mpa 28 days 24-28 Mpa 28 days 30-35 Mpa 28 days 35 Mpa Approx 2100 Kg/m 3 depending on actual consistency used Approx 2100 Kg/m 3 depending on actual consistency used Approx 2100 Kg/m 3 depending on actual consistency used * Set time - tested in accordance to ASTM C191-08 * Compressive strength - tested in accordance to AS/NZS 2350.11 26
UL-Ultrafine UL-RapidSet UL-Screed Fast setting ultrafine smoothing compound Fast setting high strength floor repair mortar Fast setting high build cementitious underlay Feather - 6mm 5mm - 120mm 15mm-200mm 4.0-4.5 Litres 4.0-4.3 Litres 2.0-2.5 Litres Initial Set 15 min Initial Set 25-30 min Initial Set 40-45 min Final Set 30 min Final Set 40-45 min Final Set 50-60 Hrs Reflow time Reflow time Reflow time Ready for Foot Traffic 1 Hr Ready for Foot Traffic 45 min Ready for Foot Traffic 1 Hr Ready for floor coverings 2 Hr Ready for floor coverings 1 hr Ready for floor coverings 4hrs membrane / 24 Hrs tile Temperature minutes Temperature minutes Temperature minutes 10 c 10 c 30-35 min 10 c 50-60 min 20 c 20 c 25-30 min 20 c 40-45 min 30 c 30 c 20-25 min 30 c 30-40 min Minimum 5 c Minimum 5 c Minimum 5 c Maximum 35 c Maximum 30 c Maximum 30 c Age Mpa Age Mpa Age Mpa 1 day - 1 day 3 Mpa 1 day 3 Mpa 28 days 5 Mpa 28 days 5 Mpa 28 days 5 Mpa Age Mpa Age Mpa Age Mpa 5 Hrs - 5 Hrs 5 Hrs 1 day - 1 day 10-15Mpa 1 day 20Mpa 3 days - 7 days 30-45Mpa 7 days 20-30Mpa 28 days - 28 days 30-45Mpa 28 days 20-30Mpa Approx 2100 Kg/m 3 depending on actual consistency used Approx 1950 Kg/m 3 depending on actual consistency used Approx 1950 Kg/m 3 depending on actual consistency used 27
Product Selection Toolstion Flooring Selection Chart APPLICATION FLOOR COVERING APPLICATION THICKNESS FINAL SET TIME - FOOT TRAFFIC ACCEPTS FLOORING COVERING BOSTIK SPECIFICATION 24 Hours UL - 50 Levelling Internal floors (no sub-floor heating) Tile or Carpet Vinyl or Timber 2mm - 15m Feather - 25mm Feather - 25mm 6 Hours 2 Hours 2 Hours 16 Hours 6 Hours 48 Hours UL - 100 UL - 200 UL - 100 16 Hours UL - 200 16 Hours UL - 100 + Megalastic Levelling Internal floors (with sub-floor heating) Tile or Carpet Vinyl or Timber Feather - 25mm Feather - 25mm 2 Hours 2 Hours 6 Hours 48 Hours UL - 200 UL - 100 + Megalastic 16 Hours UL - 200 self levelling Levelling Internal Wet Areas (not immersed) Tile screed to fall Feather - 25mm 15-200mm 2 Hours 1 Hour 6 Hours UL - 200 24 Hours UL - Screed 16 Hours UL - 100 + Megalastic Levelling High Stress Internal Floors Tile or Carpet Vinyl or Timber Feather - 25mm Feather - 25mm 2 Hours 2 Hours 6 Hours 48 Hours UL - 200 + Megalastic UL - 100 + Megalastic 16 Hours UL - 200 + Megalastic Localised Floor Repair or Ramping Tile or Carpet 5-120mm 45 Hours 1 Hour UL - RapidSet *when laying Vinyl over repair patch, we recommend a skim coat of UL-Ultrafine Fine smoothing of Underlayment Imperfection All Coverings Feather - 6mm 1 Hour 2 Hours UL - Ultrafine 28
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