ABC GYPSUM COMPOUND is a multi-purpose joint compound suitable for a wide range of non-structural filling, leveling, patching and/or repair jobs on wood, concrete, fiber cement and gypsum boards, which only requires the addition of clean water.

advantages:

• Provides a smooth finish
• Reduces alkalinity of new concrete
• Rapid setting time
• Low shrinkage
• Good sanding properties
• Contains highest quality binders and selected non-toxic fillers
• For interior and exterior use

uses:

• Filling joints between gypsum boards, plywood, concrete or fiber cement boards
• Embedding fasteners, reinforcing tape and other trims
• Leveling/patching work over concrete, wood and similar substrates for interior & exterior applications
• Filling of knots and nail holes in wood prior to finishing
• Non-structural repair and plugging material on concrete
• Filling of dents and splits in woodwork

preparation and application:

1. Surfaces to be applied on should be clean, structurally sound and dry.
2. Gradually pour the powder into the mixing container (plastic or galvanized) filled with clean potable water. A 2kg bag of ABC GYPSUM COMPOUND needs 700ml of water. A 15kg bag needs 5.25L of water. Stir with a spatula and let it stand for 15 minutes. NOTE: Do not exceed the recommended water dosage.
3. After 15 minutes, stir to attain a creamy smooth consistency. The mixture is ready for use.
4. Mix only a sufficient amount that can be consumed within 30 minutes to avoid cracking, excessive shrinkage, loss of adhesion and hiding power.
   caution: Apply only on dry surface.

finishing:
Follow the paint manufacturers’ instruction regarding priming and application of customary or textured paint finishes.

coverage:

• To fill joints between gypsum boards, plywood or fiber cement boards, 1kg of ABC GYPSUM COMPOUND powder covers approx. 3 linear meters of tapered joints at 15cm wide.
• To smoothen plywood surfaces, 1kg of ABC GYPSUM COMPOUND powder covers approx. 4 sq.m. per coat. Coverage may vary depending on workmanship & smoothness required.

safety:
Wear appropriate respirators and safety glasses. Keep out of reach of children.

storage:
Stored in a cool dry place and in its original packaging, ABC GYPSUM COMPOUND has a minimum shelf life of 12 months from date of manufacture.

packaging:
2kg stand-up pouch
15kg multi-layered self-sealing paper bag

ABC GYPSUM PUTTY is a ready to use, multi-purpose filler. It is suitable for a wide range of non-structural filling, leveling, patching and/or repair jobs on gypsum boards as well as wood, concrete and fiber cement boards.
ABC GYPSUM PUTTY is made from the highest quality binders and selected non-toxic fillers.

advantages:

• Ready to use
• Reduces alkalinity of new concrete while
• providing a smooth finish to prevent paint from peeling off
• Good sanding properties

uses:

• Filling joints between gypsum, plywood or fiber cement boards
• Embedding fasteners, reinforcing tape and other trims
• Leveling or patching work over concrete, wood and similar substrates for interior applications
• Filling knots, dents and splits, and nail holes in wood prior to finishing

preparation and application:

1. Surfaces to be applied should be clean, structurally sound and dry.
2. Stir until a creamy, smooth consistency is attained. The mixture is ready for use.
3. To avoid cracking and excessive shrinkage, loss of adhesion and hiding power, do not add water to dilute the consistency of this pre-mixed putty.
   CAUTION: Apply over dry surfaces only.

finishing:
Follow the paint manufacturers’ instruction regarding priming and application of customary or textured paint finishes.

coverage:

• To fill joints between gypsum boards, plywood or fiber cement boards, 1kg of ABC GYPSUM COMPOUND powder covers approx. 3 linear meters of tapered joints at 15cm wide.
• To smoothen plywood surfaces, 1kg of ABC GYPSUM PUTTY covers approx. 3.4 sq.m.per coat depending on workmanship & finish required.

safety:
Wear appropriate respirators and safety glasses. Keep out of reach of children.

storage/shelf life:
Stored in a cool dry place and in its original packaging, ABC GYPSUM PUTTY will remain usable for a period of 1 year from date of manufacture.

packaging:
5 kg plastic container
28 kg plastic pail
200 kg drum (special request)

ZEMCOAT and ZEMCOAT Super Fine are a specially formulated skimcoat for thin plastering applications varying from 0-5 mm in thickness. It covers pinholes and other imperfections, corrects surface unevenness of raw concrete and plastered surfaces on walls, columns, beams and ceilings. ZEMCOAT has high bonding strength and is resistant to cracks and has a very good compatibility to masonry paints.

advantages:

• Fast and easy application
• Will not crack and has good bonding strength
• High initial adhesiveness and non-sag properties make it ideal for overhead applications
• Long pot life and open time gives greater workability for a superior finish
• Applicable for interior and exterior areas
• Eliminates chipping and roughening of concrete surfaces
• Economical because of low material wastage and therefore reduces labor cost up to 50%

surface preparation:
The concrete surface must be structurally sound, clean and free from loose concrete, dirt, form oils and other chemical contaminants. Wet surface well with clean water prior to application of ZEMCOAT especially on exposed areas.

mixing:

1. In a plastic pail with clean water, pour a sufficient amount of ZEMCOAT that can be used within the pot life of 3 - 4 hours. 25 kg of ZEMCOAT will require approx. 8 liters of clean water. 20 kg of ZEMCOAT Super Fine will require approx. 7 liters.
2. Mix by hand or a mechanical mixing device. A slow speed, high torque hand drill with a mixing paddle is recommended. Mixing time is 2 - 3 minutes. Make sure that the mixture is lump-free.
3. Let the mixture stand for 15 minutes. Mix again briefly and ZEMCOAT is ready to use.
   caution: Do not add more water after final mixing.

application:
With the substrate still damp, apply ZEMCOAT using a steel trowel evenly to the desired thickness and let it set. If there is a need to increase the thickness of ZEMCOAT, apply a second coat of ZEMCOAT just before the first coat is about to set. Setting time may vary from 30 minutes to an hour depending on weather and substrate conditions. Smoothen using a steel trowel. If needed, sprinkle a small amount of water when the surface is about to set, smoothen the surface for the last time to the desired finish.

Use the 3-Step ZEMCOAT System for a perfect masonry wall finish:

Step 1: Apply scratch coat plaster on CHB wall at an average thickness of 12 mm.
Step 2: Finish masonry wall with ZEMCOAT approximately 3 mm in thickness. If required thickness is between 0 - 2 mm, use ZEMCOAT Super Fine.
Step 3: Apply paint finish.

safety:
Non-toxic. However, as with any cementitious material, avoid prolonged skin contact

storage/shelf life:
When stored in a cool and dry place SKIM COAT will remain usable for a period of 6 - 12 months from date of manufacture.

packaging:
25 kg Zemcoat (2 - 5 mm application thickness)
20 kg Zemcoat Super fine (0 - 2 mm application thickness)

coverage:
1 - 1.2 kg of ZEMCOAT per m² (sq. meter) area, per mm (millimeter) thickness

Zembond is a high quality acrylic emulsion. It is formulated to give increased adhesion between new to old plaster or concrete topping. Zembond also controls water loss in mortar for proper curing of concrete.

features:

• Improves bonding of new to old concrete
• Improves water resistance of concrete
• Reduces brittleness of concrete
• Prevents shrinkage cracking
• Improves compressive and tensile strength
• Increases abrasion resistance
• Eliminates concrete surface roughing

preparation:
Concrete surfaces must be cleaned thoroughly by removing all loosely adhering particles, dirt, oils, paint and other contaminants.
NOTE: Shake ZEMBOND well before use.

application:
As Bonding Slurry:

1. Mix 1L Zembond with 1.5kg portland cement until a creamy consistency is obtained.
2. Dampen surfaces and apply slurry using a stiff brush.
3. Apply mortar mixture only when slurry is still tacky.

1. Mix 1 part Zembond with 2 parts clean water
2. Use this mixture as gauging water for the cement and sand mixture.
3. Dampen surface before application of plaster mortar or concrete topping.

1. Mix 1 part Zembond with 1 part water.

safety:
Avoid eye splash and prolonged skin contact. In case of accidental eye exposure, wash liberally with clean water.

storage:
Store away from heat to avoid deterioration. In its original packaging ZEMBOND remains usable for 12 months from the date of manufacture.

packaging:
1L and 4L plastic containers

consumption:
As Bonding Slurry, 4L will cover approx. 16m². As Mortar Admixture, ratio of 4L for every 40kg bag of cement.