Can I Seamlessly Integrate Fittings Into the Microcement?
Microcement can be applied across integrated fittings creating a clean, continuous finish, but it is important that the surfaces are prepared correctly.
In this guide, we cover some key considerations to help you achieve the best possible result when incorporating fittings into your microcement project.
Can I Seamlessly Integrate Fittings Into the Microcement?
Microcement can be seamlessly applied across integrated fittings like extractor fans and toilet flush plates, but it is important to do the prep right before you start.
Prepare the Surfaces for Microcement
To achieve the best result, it’s important to ensure that:
- You have completely eliminated any movement between the two surfaces
- The two surfaces are completely level and the join between is flushed out
- All surfaces to be microcemented are completely flat
If there was any movement between the 2 surfaces, you might see a crack along the join, so it is really important that movement has been eliminated.
And if there is a ridge between them, that will be visible in the final finish. So, take care to get the surfaces completely level.
For more information on preparing surfaces for microcement, see our Surface Prep Guides.
Consider Silicone Along the Join
You may find it easier to apply microcement to each surface separately & then apply silicone along the join between them.
Silicone sealants must be 100% silicone to adhere to the microcement.
Pro Tip: Use a coloured silicone that matches the microcement for a more discreet join. Mapei offer a good selection of 100% silicones that are available in a wide range of colours under the brand name Mapesil AC.