Applying MicroMetals with Aquatix
Follow the directions below to apply liquid metals for polishing.
The standard consumption for MicroMetals is 10kg for 10m2, across two coats. The pot life of MicroMetals is 1-3 hours, so it’s best to mix larger amounts in batches.
Mix 5kg Metal Powder with 500ml – 1l Aquatix. Add the MicroMetal to a mixing bucket and add a small amount of Aquatix, mix thoroughly, then continue to add small amounts of Aquatix until it reaches a workable consistency.
You will need a microcement mixer and a flexible trowel.
Applying the MicroMetal
Using a Microcement Trowel, work your way out from one corner creating a random edge pattern. Keep trowel movements small and random, avoid long sweeping arches – as these will show through to your final finish.
Use the grain in the liquid metal as your level – if you apply it thicker than the size of the grain, the finish won’t be as strong and will require a lot more sanding. Run the trowel back over each section that you have put down to smooth it out and remove excess product.
Run your finger or a corner trowel along internal corners to push the microcement into the corner and then gently trowel away the excess product.
Leave to dry for 24 hours before polishing.
Cemher Iron Micrometal + Metal Resin
| Oxidising the Metal | Polishing the Metal | |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Oxidising the Metal: Apply 1 coat of liquid metal & oxidise | Polishing the Metal: Apply 2 coat of liquid metal & polish |
| Mix Ratio | Oxidising the Metal: 5kg Metal Powder : 500ml - 1l Metal Resin | Polishing the Metal: 5kg Metal Powder : 500ml - 1l Aquatix |
| Standard Consumption | Oxidising the Metal: 5kg per 10m2 | Polishing the Metal: 10kg per 10m2 |
| Estimated Drying Time |
Oxidising the Metal:
Before Accelerator: Minimum 30 minutes No Maximum Before Sealers: Minimum 24 hours No Maximum |
Polishing the Metal:
Between Coats: Minimum 30 minutes No Maximum Before Polishing: Minimum 24 hours No Maximum |
| Tools Required |
Oxidising the Metal:
Microcement Trowel Microcement Mixer PPE |
Polishing the Metal:
Microcement Trowel Microcement Mixer PPE |
Cemher Copper Micrometal + Metal Resin
| Oxidising the Metal | Polishing the Metal | |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Oxidising the Metal: Apply 1 coat of liquid metal & oxidise | Polishing the Metal: Apply 2 coat of liquid metal & polish |
| Mix Ratio | Oxidising the Metal: 5kg Metal Powder : 500ml - 1l Metal Resin | Polishing the Metal: 5kg Metal Powder : 500ml - 1l Aquatix |
| Standard Consumption | Oxidising the Metal: 5kg per 10m2 | Polishing the Metal: 10kg per 10m2 |
| Estimated Drying Time |
Oxidising the Metal:
Before Accelerator: Minimum 30 minutes No Maximum Before Sealers: Minimum 24 hours No Maximum |
Polishing the Metal:
Between Coats: Minimum 30 minutes No Maximum Before Polishing: Minimum 24 hours No Maximum |
| Tools Required |
Oxidising the Metal:
Microcement Trowel Microcement Mixer PPE |
Polishing the Metal:
Microcement Trowel Microcement Mixer PPE |
Cemher Bronze Micrometal + Metal Resin
| Oxidising the Metal | Polishing the Metal | |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Oxidising the Metal: Apply 1 coat of liquid metal & oxidise | Polishing the Metal: Apply 2 coat of liquid metal & polish |
| Mix Ratio | Oxidising the Metal: 5kg Metal Powder : 500ml - 1l Metal Resin | Polishing the Metal: 5kg Metal Powder : 500ml - 1l Aquatix |
| Standard Consumption | Oxidising the Metal: 5kg per 10m2 | Polishing the Metal: 10kg per 10m2 |
| Estimated Drying Time |
Oxidising the Metal:
Before Accelerator: Minimum 30 minutes No Maximum Before Sealers: Minimum 24 hours No Maximum |
Polishing the Metal:
Between Coats: Minimum 30 minutes No Maximum Before Polishing: Minimum 24 hours No Maximum |
| Tools Required |
Oxidising the Metal:
Microcement Trowel Microcement Mixer PPE |
Polishing the Metal:
Microcement Trowel Microcement Mixer PPE |