Concrete look, your lifestyle
With SikaWall®- 550 Magic system even do-it-yourself enthusiasts are able to create modern exposed concrete surfaces which are visually indistinguishable from a poured exposed concrete wall. Thanks to its quick and easy application, the system is particularly suitable for the DIY market, transforming spaces into stylish, comfortable living areas in no time.
Surface preparation and priming
Prior to priming check the surface and make sure it’s well-prepared. The substrate must be structurally sound, free of cracks, clean, and capable of bearing weight. Please ensure that oil stains and any residues that could impair adhesion, such as cement paste and dirt, are thoroughly removed.
Use Sikafloor®-01 Primer on absorbent substrates, treat non-absorbent or very smooth substrates with Sikafloor®-02 Primer to achieve a non-slip surface and thus increase adhesion.
Creating the exposed concrete look
With SikaWall®-550 Magic you create afterwards the exposed concrete surface. The typical look-and-feel of exposed concrete is achieved by inserting SikaWall®-550 Foil into the fresh mortar and removing it after approx. 2 hours. The foil can be used several times and it’s also adjustable in size.
Additional protection
You can also protect this mineral surface with Sikagard®-790 All-in-One Protect. The hydrophobic impregnation has strong water-repellent properties and reduces staining of the surface. At the same time, it does not change the visual appearance of it.