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Sika® Bitumen

Solvent-based bituminous coating for permanent protection of concrete surfaces subject to aggressive soils.

Solvent-based bituminous coating for permanent protection of concrete surfaces subject to aggressive soils.

As Coating:
  • Easy application (Brush, roller or airless spray).
  • No heating required.
  • Increased coverage rates.
  • Adheres firmly on most building surfaces.
  • High resistance to aggressive chemicals and salts.
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Usage

To protect concrete surfaces against attack of aggressive soils & subsequent backfills; such as :
  • Retaining walls.
  • Basements.
  • Columns.
  • Foundations.

Advantages

As Coating:
  • Easy application (Brush, roller or airless spray).
  • No heating required.
  • Increased coverage rates.
  • Adheres firmly on most building surfaces.
  • High resistance to aggressive chemicals and salts.

Packaging

14 Kg pails
200 kg drums.

Colour

Black

Product Details

Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals

APPROVALS / CERTIFICATES

ACI 515 IR-79. Guide to use of waterproofing, damp proofing, protection and decorative barrier systems for Concrete. Chapter 2 section 2.1.1, 2.1.2 and 2.1.3
ASTM D1227 type 3 class 1
Sika Bitumen® -W has been tested as per SCAQMD Rule 1168.
Result : VOC Content 0 g/l.
Product Information

Composition

Bituminous Emulsion

Shelf life

12 months from date of production if stored properly in original unopened packing

Storage conditions

In dry conditions and under maximum temp. 45 °C.

Density

0.9 ± 0.05 kg/l

Application

Application Information

Waiting Time / Overcoating

Min. 2 hours (depending on temperature)
Consumption

Consumption

0.4 – 0.6 Kg/m2 for 2 coats depending on substrate porosity
Application steps

SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

All surfaces must be clean, free from grease, oil, standing water and all loosely adhering particles.

MIXING

Stir material before application

CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT

Clean with water for non-hardened material, for hardened materials use Sika Thinner 2.

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