Microcement Information

Loads of DIYers and tradespeople, who are new to microcement, have completed successful installs.

All of our microcement kits have “Best for DIY” options, so DIYers can confidently choose the combination of products that is right for them.

We also offer a free online training guide for all the kits and there’s loads of other helpful guides on our microcement training page.

It will take 5 days to complete an install so it’s not a quick process, but long as you follow all the steps, without rushing the drying times or going on too thick with the products, then we’re confident you’ll be able to do it.

That said, not all the products are suitable for first timers, so it’s best to go for the product options that are marked “Best for DIY” or "DIY/Professional" on kit pages.

We will give you access to the online training for free when you order any of the kits. But there are two things that you'll need to bear in mind:

1. Process – familiarise yourself with the process in advance, don’t skip any steps and respect the drying times.
2. Technique – use the grain as a level, go as tight as you can with each coat, complete an area using small random trowel movements, then blend it into the previous section, removing any excess as you do so.

The process & technique are very similar whichever kit you choose, however they each contain products with small differences that make them more suitable for the end use.

As long as you follow all the steps, without rushing the drying times or going on too thick with the products then you should get a good finish.

We've actually done some research on how Microne & Microne Plus compares to some of our competitors & performs very well in comparison.

Microne Plus has the same compressive strength as Forcrete's Micro Armour at 50N/mm2, but a much better Adhesion Strength at 5N/mm2 compared to 2N/mm2. Yet the emissions and chances of allergic reaction are much lower with Microne & Microne Plus versus Forcrete.

Epodex's microcement is not waterproof, it's reliant on the sealer to make it waterproof. We don't recommend this type of product for bathrooms, wet rooms or DIY installations, because it's difficult to avoid water staining & it has potential for leaks. Microne, on the other hand, meets the criteria of a tanking product, even before sealers have been applied. Epodex's surface hardness is also very low at 80N/mm2 vs 150N/mm2 for Microne & 180N/mm2 for Microne Plus.

We do have other results & other brand comparisons if there are any specifics that you are looking to compare, but the above should give you an idea of where we stand versus the competition.

As well as the swatch book, which contains all 56 colours in the range, we offer sample pouches of all the colours & most of the effects.

The sample pouches contain enough product to coat an A3 sheet of paper of the top coat.

If you need a bigger sample, of the full system, you can purchase a sample kit. These are available in a wider range of products, with enough product to complete 1m2 of microcement, this should give you a really good idea of the visual texture, colour & finish.

Get in touch for estimates and specifications for your samples: relentlessmicrocement.com/get-in-touch

For colour sample pouches click here: relentlessmicrocement.com/product-category/colours-effects

And for sample kits, visit: relentlessmicrocement.com/kits/microcement-sample-kit

It’s always best to get the installer who will be completing the installation to make up samples as each installer has their own technique which may be visible in the end result.

We have uploaded all the colour images that we have to the relevant colour in relentlessmicrocement.com/product-category/colours-effects

If you can't see an Image Gallery on a colour page, I'm afraid that means that we don't have any additional images in that colour. If so, I am sorry, we are working on getting more images uploaded all the time.

You can also look at the tagged images on instagram for other exaples from customers: instagram.com/relentlessmicrocement

Drying times do vary depending on the products chosen & also on external conditions, like temperature & ventilation.

Here are approximate drying times for the most common products in each step, usually the installation process will take around 5 – 7 days from start to finish, with 48 hours after the last sealer has been applied to let it dry.

Please note: this is a quick reference guide only, not all products & processes are included, please see product installation guide for full details of product application.

Our training is mostly online. We have step-by-step training guides for all the kits, including detailed installation videos.

You can view the online training here: relentlessmicrocement.com/microcement-training-and-installation-guides

If you scroll further down you'll see individual guides for all our products as well as surface prep guides, application techniques, after care & troubleshooting.

Often, installers start by buying a small kit and having a go. Once you order, you will get access to a training guide specific to the products you have. But this is an example course which shows the general steps: relentlessmicrocement.com/course/microcement-kit-training-course-example

We recommend Microdur & AquaMax for areas that will be exposed to high temperatures, because they have the highest levels of fire resistance.

Microne & Microne Plus are suitable for use up to 50°C, but should not be exposed to open flames, because they may soften & potentially discolour in temperatures over that.

So as long as temperatures don't exceed 50°C & it is not exposed to the open flame, you can use Microne or Microne Plus.

Generally, cooker hob & barbeque surrounds do not exceed 50°C, but it’s always worth checking with the manufacturer to be sure.

The VOC emissions of all our products are significantly below the limits set by EU regulation.

For specific values, please refer to the certificates below:

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The sample pouches contain a small amount of microcement top coat, in your chosen colour.

You can trowel or brush the colour onto white paper, there's enough to do around 1 x A3 sheet & let it dry.

There is always a small amount of variation between batches and product lines, but we've found that this is the best way to get the most accurate representation of the final colour.

In our experience the best thing to do is not rush – get the screed in & cured for plenty of time, whilst other building work takes place.

Then get the under-floor heating commissioned & put through a full cycle, see how it impacts the floor before making a start.

At this stage, if there are cracks, high performance primer (epoxy, mesh & sand) is an option for strengthening the floor.

Once installed, you can run the heating again, see how it holds before applying the microcement.

Microcement should be classed as a surface finish, only to be applied once the majority of the build is complete. Often it is scheduled into too soon, which risks damage from other trades & settlement.

Microcement is a cement-based surface coating that is applied by hand trowel in very thin coats over existing surfaces, like screeds, plastered or boarded walls, composite timbers etc. With a little more prep, it can also be applied over existing tiles.

It’s applied on site by hand trowel, for a completely seamless surface in bathrooms, wet rooms, worktops, furniture, walls & floors.

The composition of microcement varies between products & brands. In its basic form, it contains cement, quartz, polymers and additives. Often microcement is a powdered product that is mixed with resin or water to create a microcement mortar.

Cemher offer some more advanced microcement products, with a number of specific additional benefits vs. traditional microcements:

• Waterproof, even before sealers are applied
• Available in a wide range of colour & effects
• Options to add strength via the addition of hardeners
• Pre-mixed microcement, with unlimited working time for DIY use

The full microcement system has a finished depth is 3-4mm, is made up of:

• Primer & Fibreglass Mesh
• Microcement Base Coats
• Microcement Top Coats
• Sealer

For more information about the specific Microcement Products that we offer, visit: relentlessmicrocement.com/product-category/microcement-products

And for Microcement Kits, see: relentlessmicrocement.com/microcement-kits

To complete a successful install of microcement, you’ll need each of the following products in the correct quantities:

• Primer & Fibreglass Mesh
• Microcement Base Coats
• Microcement Top Coats
• Sealer

Prices vary depending on the products selected & the specific requirements of the job.

We offer the full microcement system from £24.72 per m2, with an average price of £40.50 per m2 for a standard bathroom kit. These prices include VAT.

Shipping will be worked out at checkout depending on the weight & shipping address.

All our kits are built to order to meet your specific requirements. To get an accurate estimate for your job, you can create a kit on our website now:

relentlessmicrocement.com/microcement-kits

Or get in touch for an estimate: relentlessmicrocement.com/get-in-touch

Polished concrete is made by polishing the surface of a thick concrete slab. If you have a concrete slab already installed, it’s a fantastic way to get an impactful finish using pre-installed materials. It’s exceptionally strong and you can achieve some fantastic reflections in it.

It does take some time to polish the surface, and requires some quite industrial machinery, which means professional installation is a must.

Because you are polishing an existing surface, you won’t be able to control the texture & colour with polished concrete as you can with microcement.

There are natural variations in colour of concrete, depending on where in the country the concrete has been produced and differences in the stone colours, sizes and distribution.

So, you may find that a polished concrete surface is more varied in its texture than a microcement one. This works really well if you’re looking for a raw industrial feel.

Microcement is a surface finish that is applied by hand trowel on top of existing surfaces. It can be applied onto concrete slabs, screeds, self-levellers & boarded floors. So, it’s a great choice if you want the look of a concrete floor, but don’t actually have one.

You can choose the colour and effect that you want with microcement, because colour toners are added to the microcement before it is applied.

The appearance of Microcement is softer and warmer and the texture is more uniformly distributed. Often this is preferred in residential homes, and other interiors, where a more refined finish is more appropriate.

Concrete slabs require regular expansion joints to control cracking. Whereas microcement can be applied seamlessly, without the need for expansion joints. It is important to carry any existing expansion joints through to the surface.

Microcement is applied by hand trowel in very thin coats. The standard microcement system is made up of the following coats:

DAY 1

Primer & Mesh

• Cut Fibreglass Mesh sheets to size & lay over entire area
• Roll liquid primer over the mesh to prepare the surface

Base Coats

• Apply 1st Coat of Microcement Base by hand trowel
• Apply 2nd Coat of Microcement Base by hand trowel

DAY 2

Top Coats

• Sand Base Coat to flatten ridges
• Apply 1st Coat of Microcement Top Coat by hand trowel
• Apply 2nd Coat of Microcement Top Coat by hand trowel

DAY 3

• Leave to Dry

DAY 4

Sealer

• Sand Top Coat to tidy the surface
• Apply 1st Coat of Sealer

DAY 5

Sealer

• Apply final coat of Sealer
• Leave to dry for 48 hours before light use

This is a quick overview for guidance only, application & drying times vary depending on the products chosen.

For specific installation instructions please visit our comprehensive online microcement training, which includes detailed step by step instructions on how to apply microcement, including video tutorials, written guides & quick reference tables:

relentlessmicrocement.com/microcement-training-and-installation-guides

The microcement that we recommend for bathrooms & wet areas is completely waterproof, even before sealers have been applied.

This is unusual in the microcement industry. As many microcement products and brands only offer microcement that becomes waterproof with the addition of a sealer coat.

When done properly & in the right environment, these products are great. But we never recommend microcement that is reliant on sealers to make it waterproof for wet areas, like bathrooms, wet rooms and shower areas.

If even a small amount of water finds its way to the microcement, through pinholes or gaps in the sealer, it will darken the microcement & look like a stain.

Its essential that Microne or Microne Plus are used in wet areas, to ensure you have the right products for a microcement bathrooms, choose our Microcement Kit for Bathrooms:

relentlessmicrocement.com/kits/microcement-kit-for-bathrooms

The finished depth of the full Microcement system is 3-4mm.

That is made up of primer & mesh, 2 base coats, 2 top coats & sealer, each applied very thinly.

Microcement can’t be applied any thicker than this, or used to build up surfaces.

If its applied too thickly, it may crack and it won’t be as strong as it would be if applied correctly.

For more details on the correct application, see our guide to the correct application of microcement:

relentlessmicrocement.com/training/correct-application-of-microcement

Microcement is a very flexible product so it won’t crack of its own accord.

There are some specific situations where cracks may form in the microcement surface, these are outlined below:

Cracks in the substrate

Microcement is a very thin surface finish, that is dependent on the surface that it is applied to for strength.

Cracks in the substrate, due to movement or settlement, can transfer through to the surface of the microcement, resulting in a visible crack in the microcement surface.

Most cracks in the substrate can be avoided by completing the surface prep correctly.

For more information on preparing surfaces correctly for microcement, see our Surface Prep guides:

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Applied to thick

If its applied too thickly, microcement may crack in a crazing pattern, like a cracked egg-shell.

For more details on the correct application, see our guide to the correct application of microcement:

relentlessmicrocement.com/training/correct-application-of-microcement

Microcement can be applied over tiles, which might save some time & mess caused by ripping out old tiles.

Before you apply the microcement, you will need to flush out the grout lines with Joint Filler or another filler that is suitable for the substrate, so that the surface is completely flat.

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To strengthen floor tiles, apply High Performance primer, AKA epoxy, mesh & sand blind over the tiles. This will fill the grout lines & bridge the joins between the tiles to strengthen the surface.

For full details of how to prepare tiled surfaces for microcement, visit these guides:

relentlessmicrocement.com/training/preparing-wall-tiles-for-microcement

relentlessmicrocement.com/training/preparing-floor-tiles-for-microcement

Cement actually gets stronger over time, so, whilst a lot of the curing process takes place in the 1st 28 days, it will continue to gradual strengthen as time goes on.

So really there’s no limit on how long a well maintained microcement surface will last.

Regular cleaning will help to prevent dirt and marks from building up. This guide explains more on maintaining microcement surfaces: relentlessmicrocement.com/training/caring-for-microcement-surfaces

Floor Protect is a fantastic product for helping to build up the sealers gently over time:

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But if you do start to see signs of wear & tear after a few years, it is also possible to give it a gentle sand & reseal, this will add an additional protective coat to the surface.

This guide explains the process of resealing the surface:

relentlessmicrocement.com/training/resealing-microcement-surfaces

For areas up to around 60m2, you can expect it to take 5 days to complete the installation. Over 60m2, you might need a little longer, if the area is over 60m2 depending on how many installers are working on it.

The general schedule is as follows:

Day 1: Primer, Mesh & 2 x Base Coats

Day 2: Top Coats

Day 3: Leave to Dry

Day 4: 1st Sealer

Day 5: 2nd Sealer

Day 6 & 7: Leave to dry

Light use can begin 48 hours after the last sealer has been applied. And full hardness is reached after 28 days.

This aftercare guide breaks down the do’s & don’ts over the 1st 28 days & beyond:

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We’re incredibly proud of the many colour, effect & finish options that we’re able to offer. And you can create your own custom combination, so that you can get exactly the look you want out of thousands of possible combinations.

Microcement Colours

You can choose from 56 beautiful colours, covering a wide range of tones and shades. They all have a wonderfully earthy tone to them that stays true to the natural mineral qualities of microcement.

See all the colours here: relentlessmicrocement.com/product-category/colours-effects

Microcement Effects

There’s 3 standard effects and 6 special effects in the microcement range from Relentless Microcement.

Here’s a quick description of each of the effects:

Continuous Effect

Smooth & seamless with a subtle, cloudy appearance. High level of colour consistency. Movements from the hand trowel are gently visible in the surface for a soft, natural texture.

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Stucco Effect

Smooth, seamless effect with contrasting colour variation across the surface. High contrast effect for a visually textured aesthetic with a lighter and darker trowel marks visible in the finish. Stucco effect is available in limited colours.

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Coarse Effect

A soft, stony, slightly granulated effect with physical texture. Texturing is slight so that the surface is soft & gentle to touch, yet there is some undulation to the surface.

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Rustic Effect

Incredibly natural, stony patina for a time-weathered look. Clay based microcement with an organic aesthetic of earthy materials. This iconic natural product is available in one colour only.

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Two Tone Effect

Two colours blended for a two tone effect. The two tone effect is composed of a smooth medium top coat followed by a fine, smooth, almost translucent top coat. Whether you’d like soft tonal variation or dramatic contrast, you have complete freedom to choose your own colour combination.

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Terrazzo Effect

Terrazzo Effect blends timeless terrazzo style with a sleek, minimalist finish. Smooth and seamless with natural stone coloured flecks, it brings a modern twist to classic terrazzo charm.

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Sparkle Effect

Sparkle Effect brings an elegant hint of shimmer to any space, blending refined microcement with delicate, light-catching flecks. The result? A smooth, seamless finish with just the right amount of glimmer—perfect for a subtle yet striking look.

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Polished Concrete Effect

Polished concrete effect, most closely mimics polished concrete floors, with variations in tone creating a cloudy effect. Microne Medium is grouted with Microne Fine for a smooth, polished look, without the need for actual polishing.

Traditional Cloudy Effect

Traditional, mineral-based Microdur® is a strong, durable, versatile microcement with a natural, cloudy appearance. Reliant on sealers for waterproofing, so only recommended for professionals who understand & accept the risks.

Microcement Finishes

This applies to the sealer coat that is applied at the end of the microcement process. Choose between Matt, Satin & Gloss finish, matt is the least reflective, whilst gloss offers a high sheen.

You can view images of each of the finishes here:

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All our microcement systems include a polyurethane sealer, this protects the microcement from UV rays & is itself non-yellowing, so you can be sure the colour won’t fade over time or become yellow in direct sunlight.

No, microcement is rated Class II for non-slip, this means that it is suitable for use in wet areas, like showers and won’t become slippery, even when wet.

Yes, we are committed to providing the highest quality training and support for our customers. We offer free, comprehensive online training courses and bespoke on-site training that cover everything from the basics of application to advanced techniques and finishes.

Our training courses are led by our experienced and knowledgeable instructor, Richie, who has years of experience working with microcement. He’ll guide you through every step of the application process, from surface preparation to final sealing, ensuring that you have the skills and knowledge needed to create stunning microcement surfaces.

In addition to our training courses, we also provide ongoing support and guidance for our customers. Our team of experts is always available to answer your questions and provide advice on everything from product selection to application techniques and maintenance.

Whether you’re just starting out with microcement or you’re looking to take your skills to the next level, our training courses and support services can help you achieve your goals. Contact us today to learn more about our training options and how we can help you master the art of microcement application.

Yes, absolutely, we have good relationships with microcement installers across the country and would be happy to introduce you to some in your area.

Just for complete clarity, whilst they do use our products regularly, we are not affiliated with them, we’ll just sharing their contact details for your information. Any agreement that you make with them is between yourselves.

Please get in touch if you would like us to send you a list of installers in your area.

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There are a few golden rules, that it's really important to follow, if you want to get a good finish with microcement:

It's extremely important that you get the surface prep right. You're aiming for a clean, dry, completely flat surface, that's free from movement.

Familiarise yourself with the process in advance, don’t skip any steps and respect the drying times.

Finally, use the grain as a level, go as tight as you can with each coat, complete an area using small random trowel movements, then blend it into the previous section, removing any excess as you do so.

Thankfully, we've got all this covered, with our easy to follow, free online microcement training.

From surface prep right through to aftercare, our online microcement training is packed full of step by step guidance, tips and tricks, to give you the knowledge and practical skills to tackle your project with confidence.

Microcement is an extremely versatile and hard-wearing material that is becoming increasingly popular in modern interior design. It’s a practical and visually stunning material that’s perfect for use in bathrooms and wet rooms.

One of the main advantages of using microcement in a bathroom is its seamless finish. Unlike tiles, which have visible grout lines, microcement can be applied in continuously, creating a smooth and uniform surface. This not only looks great but also makes cleaning much easier, as there are no grout lines to trap dirt and bacteria.

Historically, microcement has been quite a niche product, with just a few installers charging high prices.

However, we strongly believe that everyone should enjoy the benefits of microcement. So, we’ve focused our efforts on making microcement more affordable and accessible to everyone.

We’ve worked hard to make our microcement kits affordable, with kits starting from less than £30 per m2.

And we’ve developed a whole load of free online training guides, including bespoke training courses for every customer.

Not all microcements are completely waterproof, the natural minerals in the mix make them very porous. The microcements are sealed to make them waterproof. Which means that if the sealer gets scratched or there isn’t sufficient coverage of it, then water can get to the microcement and stain it.

Thankfully, Cemher have developed a number of microcements that are 100% waterproof, even without sealers. These products have revolutionised the industry, making microcement a much more viable choice for DIYers and Professionals looking for extra reassurance.

We hold a large amount of stock in the UK so that we can aim to get products delivered to you within the following timelines (from the date of placing your order):

• UK mainland: 1 – 3 working days
• Isle of Wight: 2 – 4 working days
• Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands, Off-Shore Islands: 7 – 10 working days

To ensure you get the best possible value, the cost of your delivery is worked out at the checkout and will depend on the weight of the items that you have purchased and the location.

For more details on our delivery policy see: relentlessmicrocement.com/delivery-policy

The prices on the website are for trade already, so we can't offer any further discount.

You can set up an account on our website, by clicking here: relentlessmicrocement.com/my-account

You’ll find this useful for accessing invoices & training information, as well as tracking orders.

We don’t offer payment terms; orders won’t be despatched until they have been paid for.