SIOX-5 RE25

Water repellent for natural stone, plaster, terracotta

DESCRIPTION

SIOX-5 RE25 is a water repellent protective coating based on sol-gel technology developed by the Group of Chemistry for Cultural Heritage at the University of Padua, Italy (Patent n. 0001370467   Synthesis of silica protective films by tin-catalized sol-gel process).

HOW IT WORKS

The product contains nanostructured silica gel. Once applied it forms a layer of amorphous silica thin, colorless, transparent, compatible, water resistant and traspirant. 
The functionalized component - hydrophobic- is arranged outwards and it prevents the absorption of water and substances by porous surfaces as natural stone or artificial material (plasters, stucco,terracotta).

WHERE

Porous natural stone (silicate or carbonate)
Lime plasters
Cement
Stucco
Cotto floor or wall tiles
Bricks

ADVANTAGES

High degree of water repellency (class W3)
High degree of transpirability (class V1)
Fast activation and drying
Compatibility with silicate and carbonate substrates
UV resistance
Resistance to urban acid pollutants
Reversibility / Possibility of re-applying
Non-toxic


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