Home Maker Ultra Care (Concrete Admixture)

Home Maker Advance Care (Concrete Admixture) Pidiproof LW+ is specially formulated integral liquid waterproofing compound composed of surface active plasticising agents, polymers & additives. It is used as an additive for cement concrete, mortar & plasters. It makes concrete cohesive and prevents segregation.

Areas of Application

Waterproofing of concrete and sand-cement mortars used in

• Basements,
• Roof slabs and screeds,
• Water tanks & water retaining structures,
• External plastering,
• Bathrooms and balconies,
• Sumps and drains

Features

• Corrosion resistant – Makes concrete more cohesive, hence protects steel better against corrosion
• Compatibility – Being a liquid, easily dispersible & compatible with concrete/mortar mixes.
• Permeability – It reduces the permeability of water into concrete.
• Strength – The setting time and compressive strength of the concrete remains within the specification limits.
• Shrinkage – Reduces shrinkage crack development in plaster & concrete.
• Workability – Improves workability of freshly mixed cement concrete.
• Durability – Increases durability by improving waterproofing of concrete.

Method of Application

• Charge cement & aggregates to concrete mixer as per the mix design, mix in dry state for 1–2 minutes.
• Start addition of 75–80% mixing water & mix for 2-3 minutes.
• Home Maker Advance Care (Concrete Admixture) Pidiproof LW+ is added as per the recommended dosage into the remaining mixing / gauging water, then add to concrete mixer & mix for another 2 minutes.
• Place the concrete or apply plaster, as needed.
• Cure the applied mortar or concrete as per good construction practices.

Precautions & Limitations

• Do not add Home Maker Advance Care (Concrete Admixture) Pidiproof LW+ directly to dry cement & aggregate mix.
• Maintain water-cement ratio as low as possible.
• Do not increase the dosage of Home Maker Advance Care (Concrete Admixture) Pidiproof LW+ than the recommendation.

Dosage

200 ml per 50 kg bag of cement

Shelf Life

• Best before 2 years from the date manufacture when in sealed pack and stored under proper condition.
• Store in a cool & dry place.

Health & Safety

• Use rubber hand gloves & safety goggles, while using Home Maker Advance Care (Concrete Admixture) Pidiproof LW+.
• In case of contact with skin, wash with plenty of water.
• Keep out of reach of children