Description
Finitec MicroConcrete
Decorative concrete for floors, walls & countertops
Product description
Description:
Finitec MicroConcrete is a decorative concrete micro-layer that can be trowel-applied to almost any surface: walls, fireplace mantels, showers, countertops, and floors.
There is no need to remove the old surface (such as ceramic tile, for example); simply cover it with MicroConcrete.
It’s a simple product to use and ideal for your home projects. MicroConcrete is known for its adhesion and resistance. Its increased resistance makes it an ideal coating for covering floors with a concrete effect. It offers 30% to 40% savings compared to a new countertop or floor.
Depending on the desired look, you can create a textured (relief) or very smooth (polished concrete) surface with the same coating using different techniques.
Used with Finitec Surface Preparation and MicroConcrete Protective Sealer, MicroConcrete provides an accessible concrete effect with only 3 products.
Finitec MicroConcrete is developed and manufactured in Quebec, in Saint-Lambert-de-Lauzon.
- Cementitious coating made from real Portland concrete
- Simplified application method
- Can be applied to almost all surfaces and materials
- 3.5 and 18 kg formats
- Made in Quebec
Can be applied to:
MDF, HDF, wood, cement board (Duroc), finishing plywood, metal, aluminum, glass, gypsum, paint, concrete, Masonite, ceramic, laminate, melamine, marble, Corian, thermoplastic. The substrate must be sound, stable, and clean. Surface preparation must be adapted according to the nature of the material.
Seal new gypsum or concrete panels and their joints with a water-based primer-sealer. Refer to the product’s technical data sheet.
There is no official certification or approval for fire resistance in fireplace mantel projects. However, please note that the main ingredients of Microbéton are non-combustible.
Drying time
Dry to the touch: 1 to 3 hours
Recoat: 4 hours
Traffic: 12 hours
Number of coats to apply
Walls: 1 to 2 coats
Shower: 2+ coats
Countertops: 2+ coats
Maintenance
Available colors
Available colors
How to apply
How to apply
See how to apply MicroConcrete in a few easy steps
Preparation
- Protect surfaces adjacent to the project with masking tape, drop cloths, and plastic sheeting.
- Prepare a bucket, drill with a concrete mixer attachment, and a trowel.
- Prime new gypsum walls and joints with an undercoat primer-sealer before applying MicroConcrete.
- Important note: On a wooden countertop, shower wall, or floor, it is strongly recommended to waterproof the wood with a waterproofing membrane to ensure dimensional stability. This is especially important if water enters the surface and remains there for an extended period, preventing it from eventually percolating through the sealant and, consequently, into the concrete. The manufacturer Finitec recommends the Mapei Aqua-defense waterproofing membrane, available at home improvement centers or tile stores.
To apply MicroConcrete on most surfaces:
- Clean the surface with Finitec Surface Preparation. Rinse well and let dry.
- Using a drill and concrete mixer, mix the 3.5 kg bag with 700 mL of water and the 18 kg bag with 3.6 L of water,
until a smooth, homogeneous mixture is obtained. - Apply MicroConcrete with a trowel doing half-circular motions. Once the
MicroConcrete is spread on your surface, wait 15 to 30 min. for it to set on the substrate. Then,
smooth the surface with a trowel to level it and create the desired look. If necessary, you can apply a
2nd coat after 4 h if the MicroConcrete is dry to the touch. - After 12 h, sand the surface with 120 or 150 grit sandpaper or remove imperfections with a trowel.
- Dry clean with a brush or vacuum. Do not clean with water or anything wet.
- After a minimum of 12 h, apply Finitec MicroConcrete Protective Sealer.
For more detailed instructions, consult the application guide by clicking here
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Claudie (verified owner) –
Excellent produit, facile à appliquer et donne un superbe résultat! Très belle façon de redonner une seconde vie et d’en faire un élément vedette à faible coût. De plus, le service offert par l’équipe de Colobar a été au delà des attentes!
Claudie (verified owner) –
Excellent product, perfect thickness and texture for easy application. Impeccable service and extremely fast delivery with Colobar!
Julie B (verified owner) –
Easy-to-use product that works wonderfully on old ceramic tiles. The result is very satisfying and gives a modern look in a short time. Customer service is EXTRAORDINARY! I received precise answers to all my technical questions in less than 24 hours. I felt well supported in carrying out my project!
Marie-France Robitaille (verified owner) –
Le produit s’applique très facilement pour donner l’effet escompté “rough”, même pour une main non initiée.
Aussi, la résistance est surprenante, je n’observe toujours aucune fissure après un mois.
Le scellant fonctionne également bien.
Le service est parmi les meilleurs que j’ai reçu, vraiment exceptionnel!