{"title":"Cement Additives","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"everbond-plastabond","title":"Everbond Plastabond PVA","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor high-strength mortars, floor screeds, renders, and slurries requiring improved adhesion and durability, Everbond Plastabond PVA acts as a dual-purpose bonding agent and plasticising additive. This polyvinyl acetate resin water dispersion modifies sand, cement, and gypsum mixes to improve chemical resistance and lower water permeability while remaining non-corrosive to steel structural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverbond Plastabond PVA modifies the cementitious matrix to produce polymer-modified mortars and renders with increased tensile and mechanical strengths. As an additive, it improves mix elasticity to reduce shrinkage cracking and increases resistance to oil, water, abrasion, and mild chemical attack. When applied directly as a surface bonding agent, it creates a high-adhesion keyway to secure new screeds and concrete pours to existing substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs an additive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modifies patching and repair mortars, renders, floor screeds, and slurries to increase bond strength and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a bonding agent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonds new concrete and toppings to prepared structural surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation board installations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improves the adhesion of cementitious renders when applied directly over insulation boards and lightweight panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolystyrene panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use Everbond Plastabond PVA for bonding to polystyrene panels. For these substrates, refer to the technical data sheet for acrylic bonding agents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply when substrate or ambient temperatures are below 5°C or above 35°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuring constraint:\u003c\/strong\u003e When used as a surface bonding agent, the topping concrete must be poured while the applied film is still tacky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDilution and application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a plasticiser admix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dilute between 1 part Plastabond to 10 parts water, up to 1 part Plastabond to 1 part water depending on strength requirements. Mix into the concrete or mortar to achieve the desired consistency, typically requiring 7 to 10 litres of the blended liquid per bag of cement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a bonding agent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dilute 4 parts Plastabond to 1 part water. Apply to the substrate at an approximate coverage rate of 8 square metres per litre. Pour the concrete over the wet film while it remains tacky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash tools and remove uncured material immediately using clean water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Adheseal","offers":[{"title":"5L","offer_id":37551485583552,"sku":"PLASTAB\/5","price":70.46,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20L","offer_id":46349645250752,"sku":"PLASTAB\/20","price":262.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/products\/everbond-plastabond-pva-adhesive-concrete-repair-adheseal.jpg?v=1763707148"},{"product_id":"gripset-11y","title":"Gripset 11Y Admixture","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor cement screeds, renders, and patch mortars exposed to weather, continuous immersion, or underground dampness, Gripset 11Y is a concentrated SBR latex polymer admixture that improves adhesion, flexural strength, and water resistance. It prevents water-pathway failures in demanding wet areas, reduces the occurrence of efflorescence in screeds, and acts as a high-bond slurry primer over porous concrete, masonry, and blockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eGripset 11Y modifies cement-based compounds by replacing a portion of the mixing water with SBR latex polymer. This polymer network forms within the curing cement matrix, reducing the water-to-cement ratio and closing down the capillary pathways that allow water and salt migration. The result is a highly dense mortar or screed with reduced permeability to liquids and gases, increased resistance to freeze-thaw cycles, and higher early strength development. It also increases flexural strength and durability, allowing thin-build repairs and screeds to withstand movement without cracking or delaminating from the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete, masonry, renders, screeds, concrete blocks, aerated concrete, clay bricks, pavers, cement sheeting, marine plywood, wet-area particle board, asphalt, cured bitumen surfaces, and existing acrylic coatings or Gripset membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterproofing slurry coats, water-resistant screeds and renders, patch mortars in immersed areas, and as an adhesion and water-resistance enhancer for cement-based tile adhesives and grouts in harsh climatic conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.0mm wet film thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e The target application thickness when mixed as a high-bonding primer or sealing slurry to ensure a continuous, protective barrier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 litre per 3m² coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The consumption rate of Gripset 11Y when mixed and applied as a primer slurry, helping you calculate material requirements for substrate preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3mm minimum build:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lowest allowable thickness when applying mixed 11Y patch mortars as thin-build coatings in immersed or wet areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:3 liquid-to-water ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mixing ratio for screeds, renders, adhesives, and grouts to ensure correct polymer distribution without over-diluting the binder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:1 liquid-to-water ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e The concentrated mixing ratio required for high-adhesion, water-resistant patch mortars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFor all applications, substrates must be clean, sound, dry, and free of dust, oil, grease, curing compounds, release agents, and loose material. Mechanically remove structurally unsound layers by grinding or abrasive blasting. If the substrate is subject to active moisture or rising damp, treat it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gripset-e60\"\u003eGripset E60\u003c\/a\u003e before application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eWhen applying screeds, renders, or patch mortars, first prime the surface with the 11Y Primer\/sealing slurry. For optimum adhesion, apply the screed or mortar directly onto the wet or damp primer using a \"wet-on-wet\" method. Wash all tools with water immediately after use; dried material must be removed mechanically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eMix designs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimer \/ Sealing Slurry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix 1 part Gripset 11Y, 1 part wash sand, and 1 part cement by volume. Mix slowly with an electric paddle mixer to a fluid consistency, let settle for 3 to 4 minutes, then re-stir lightly before applying by brush, roller, broom, or squeegee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Performance Screeds \u0026amp; Renders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix dry ingredients of 1 part cement and 4 parts fine wash grade sand. Combine with a mixing liquid of 1 part Gripset 11Y to 3 parts water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatch Mortars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix dry ingredients of 1 part cement and 3 parts fine wash grade sand. Combine with a mixing liquid of 1 part Gripset 11Y to 1 part water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not use on glass or glazed surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not apply over raw steel or metals unless specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDo not use for priming areas subject to rising moisture or negative hydrostatic pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWhen using as a bonding agent, always use sharp wash-grade sand and fresh Portland cement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eConsult RLA Technical Department before applying over existing paints, membranes, coatings, or other finished surfaces to confirm suitability and preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gripset","offers":[{"title":"5L","offer_id":46349641056448,"sku":"PRIMEGRIP11Y\/5","price":99.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15L","offer_id":46194451808448,"sku":"PRIMEGRIP11Y\/15","price":218.09,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/gripset-11y-sbr-waterproofing-adhesive-screeds-adheseal.png?v=1763710065"},{"product_id":"efflock-concentrate","title":"Efflock Hydrophobic Additive","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor bathroom tiling, balconies, pool surrounds, and stonemasonry where salt damp or calcium carbonate stains threaten the finish, Hydrophobic Additive provides permanent protection by treating the entire concrete mass. Added directly to the mix, this water-based liquid creates an invisible hydrophobic molecular structure within the pores of cement-based materials to lock out efflorescence without blocking vapour permeability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrophobic Additive acts as a bulk impregnating agent that repels liquid water while remaining breathable. By preventing the capillary action that draws moisture through concrete, brick, sandstone, and porous masonry, it stops waterborne salts from migrating to the surface. This mechanical control prevents picture framing in granite and basalt paving, stops salt attack in saline soils, and deprives moss and mould of the moisture required to grow on off-form concrete or brickwork. Unlike topical sealers, bulk impregnation protects the entire mass, meaning the water-repellent performance is unaffected by traffic wear, surface abrasion, or minor movement cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:100 dilution ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 part Hydrophobic Additive to 100 parts clean water (or 100ml per 100L screed mixer capacity) provides a highly concentrated formula that minimizes packaging waste on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16m² coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 litre treats approximately 16m² of tiling, which covers a 40mm thick tile screed, tile adhesive, and tile grout based on a 300 x 300 x 10mm floor tile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-hour rain window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treated cement-based materials must cure for up to 24 hours before any exposure to rain to ensure the hydrophobic barrier forms correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4°C to 35°C application range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air and substrate temperatures must remain within this window during application and initial curing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiled wet areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e For screeds, adhesives, and grouts in bathrooms, balconies, patios, stairs, and pool surrounds to prevent efflorescence and protect primary waterproofing membranes from water pooling underneath tiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStonemasonry and brickwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed into mortar to form a built-in damp proof course (DPC) that blocks rising damp and salt attack, particularly when using white cement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete structures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects off-form concrete, post-tension reinforcement pockets, and concrete pavers against freeze-thaw damage and chloride ion absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use General Purpose Cement (Type GP) for applications where efflorescence is a risk. Do not use Builders Cement (Type GB); its high proportion of fly ash or blast furnace slag contributes to efflorescence and works against hydrophobic additives. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen mixing tile screed, sand from the building yard carries variable moisture that pre-dilutes the mix. To maintain correct dosage, add Hydrophobic Additive neat to the screed mixer at 100ml per 100L of mixer capacity, then add water to reach the desired consistency. For hand-mixed screeds, pre-gauge in a bucket with a tighter 1:80 or 1:50 dilution to compensate for wet sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLatex additives used in cement slurries or tile adhesives will delay the water-repellent performance of Hydrophobic Additive for approximately 6 days. While compatible, the system will not exhibit full hydrophobicity during this initial cure window. If rain enters tile adhesive notches before grouting, extract it with a vacuum and allow it to evaporate fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupervisors should water-test all screeds, mortars, and concrete after 24 hours. A successful mix will show a distinct water-beading effect; if the substrate absorbs water, seek technical advice before proceeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCautions and limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo hydrostatic pressure rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrophobic Additive does not fill concrete pores and is not rated to resist head pressure under continuous underwater immersion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStain limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hydrophobic barrier repels waterborne contaminants but is not effective against oil-based stains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark grouts:\u003c\/strong\u003e The additive does not resolve or contribute to the patchy appearance or colour-retention issues inherent to dark proprietary grouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural stone migration:\u003c\/strong\u003e On highly porous stone or certain dark stones like G684 basalt and sandstone, the additive can migrate from wet bedding screeds or grout into the stone, creating visible dry spots when the stone gets wet. This must be prevented by pre-sealing the stone, or by applying grout across the entire face of the stone rather than just the joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo 6-sided sealing on low porosity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply sealers to the bedding face of low-porosity stone, as active sealer ingredients sitting on the surface will cause adhesion failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcid cleaning adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrophobic Additive in mortar repels water but does not repel hydrochloric acid. For face brickwork cleaning, the standard acid-to-water dilution ratio may need to be strengthened to compensate for the water repellency of the mortar joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Efflock","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":44688346742976,"sku":"EFFLOCK\/1","price":102.17,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Litres","offer_id":46349640892608,"sku":"EFFLOCK\/5","price":429.16,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Litres","offer_id":46349640925376,"sku":"EFFLOCK\/20","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/3630\/0224\/files\/efflock-hydrophobic-sealer-efflorescence-adheseal.png?v=1763710206"},{"product_id":"mapei-planicrete-sp","title":"Mapei Planicrete SP","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMapei Planicrete SP is a white, fluid SBR latex admixture for cement-based screeds, renders, thin smoothing layers and highly adhesive cement bonding slurries. Use it where the mix needs better adhesion, plasticity, thixotropy, water retention and workability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdded to cement and aggregate mixes, Planicrete improves adhesion to the substrate and, after setting and hardening, increases compressive and flexural strength, abrasion resistance, impermeability and resistance to freeze-thaw cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNumbers that matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication temperature: +5°C to +40°C.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use Planicrete-modified mixes outside this ambient range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonded screeds: 10 to 35 mm.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use aggregate no larger than 1\/3–1\/4 of the screed thickness, with an 8 mm maximum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloating screeds: over 35 mm.\u003c\/strong\u003e The recommended dilution is 1:4 Planicrete to water, with at least two weeks curing under normal temperature and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressive strength to EN 12190:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 MPa after 1 day, 25 MPa after 7 days and 33 MPa after 28 days for the TDS reference mortar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdhesion to EN 1542:\u003c\/strong\u003e more than 2.0 MPa after 28 days at +21°C and 50% U.R. for the TDS reference mortar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrepare and mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a solid, compact and clean substrate. Remove loose material, dust, concrete crusts, oil, form-release agents and paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoroughly wet the substrate, but leave no excess water on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDilute Planicrete with water at the ratio specified for the application, then add cement and aggregates. Mix for 2–3 minutes until smooth and even.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor bonded screeds, apply a Planicrete and cement slurry first, then place the screed fresh-on-fresh before the slurry dries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use Planicrete neat as a primer or slurry. 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