Faux marble and granite decorative effect finish
This system allows you to recreate the effect of marble or granite in a simple and economical way. Ideal to decorate rich borders, precious columns, kitchen contours, bathroom or staircase details. Each color is supplied in a kit that includes the base, the finish, the protective varnish and the specific application tools.
Features
Intended use
Interiors. Cement based surfaces, gypsum and plasterboard. Walls (Indicated also for skirtings, columns, kitchen contours, details of bathrooms or staircases)
Surface treatment
New unpainted surfaces: Clean the surface and remove all possible traces of dust or dirt. Treat the substrate
with a priming coat of ADIFIX thinned as specified and allow to dry, then apply one or two basecoats of the
specific color M&G FONDO supplied in the kit, thinned in the recommended doses.
Previously painted surfaces: Check that the state of the existing paintwork is in excellent condition, if so,
proceed directly with the application of the M&G FONDO as mentioned in the previous paragraph.
If the surface shows signs of defects, such as peeling or chalking, remove any loose parts that would
compromise the correct adhesion of the product then proceed as indicated above for New unpainted surfaces.
Application
Once the M&G FONDO is well dry, start the application of M&G FINITURA with the special Desiré Brush using
short, crossed and uneven brush strokes, starting from the top corner of the wall working downwards. Apply
for a period of about 15 to 20 minutes at a time (this length of time is variable according to the existing
environment temperature and humidity).
When you see that the product starts to dry and loses its shine, lightly pass the plastic Desiré Distender blade
over the applied flakes, always using crossed movements, to spread out and flatten the flakes and reach the
desired final effect. Use more or less pressure on the blade according to how you want the flakes to be seen.
Complete the application in this way.
When thoroughly dry, the decoration can be protected and polished by applying one or two coats of ADILUX
clear protective gloss finish (see technical data sheet for more information).
You can create paneling, block marks or faux joints to help reinforce the effect of real marble and granite by
using a mason’s straightedge and a small paint brush or marker. It is advised to design your joints with a pencil
beforehand to ensure correct measurements in order to reach the desired result.
Thinning
M&G Basecoat: 20 to 30% with water, Desiré M&G finish: Ready to use or with max 2 to 3% water, Adilux: Ready to use
Spread rate
(per coat): M&G Basecoat: 10 to 12 m²/ℓ, Desiré M&G finish: 4 to 12 m²/ℓ (according to the color), Adilux: 10 to 12 m²/ℓ
Drying time
4 to 6 hours, touch dry; about 24 hours thoroughly dry
Complements
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