DecoFinish

Technical Characteristics

TRAVERTINO ROMANO by OIKOS is a special decorative coating, for interiors and exteriors. The product, which is ready to use, is based on sand, selected marble powders and matured lime putty and presents itself as a homogeneous paste that is easy to apply and through the correct technique, allows the realisation of a stone effect that highlights the veins and texture of natural stone. One of the main characteristics of the product is that of bonding with the surface in such a way as to create a single body.

TRAVERTINO ROMANO prevents the development of mould, algae and bacteria. It has a low odour level, is non inflammable and is friendly to both humans and the environment.

Ideal Use

Decoration of interior and exterior walls and surfaces.

Surface Preparation

The surface must be dry and mature, new plasters should have been left maturing at least 30 days to allow a complete carbonation. Clean the surface to be coated, removing any loose or crumbling material. For old or powdering surfaces, it is advisable to apply one coat of the fixative NEOKRYLL by OIKOS. On all other types of surface, apply one coat of the fixative BLANKOR by OIKOS in order to render surface absorption homogeneous.

Spread TRAVERTINO ROMANO over the surface using an inox steel trowel by OIKOS and apply the product according to the desire effect. Apply TRAVERTINO ROMANO FINITURA to decorate and protect the surface.

Application Method

Spread TRAVERTINO ROMANO over the surface using an inox steel trowel by OIKOS (art. 113 by OIKOS), leaving a thickness of approxiamtely 1,5 ÷ 2,0 mm. Following this immediately proceed to work TRAVERTINO ROMANO by dabbing the surface, using the indicated tool (art. 133 by OIKOS), in order to create the irregular veins of Travertine stone. On the remaining areas, dimple the surface in an irregular fashion using the same tool. Once the product has started to dry, proceed to smooth over the surface for the first time, using an inox steel trowel, compacting the most evidently dimpled patches.

When the surface of the product is nearly completely dry, repeat the smoothing over of the surface using greater pressure until the surface is smooth in large areas with dimpled veins running across it that imitate the veins of Travertine stone. To reproduce the joints between the various blocks, once the surface has been smoothed over and compacted, score into the surface of TRAVERTINO ROMANO, using the corner of the Small spatula for Raffaello by OIKOS art. 111 (or a screwdriver) thus obtaining a block design of the desired dimensions. To obtain a straight line, use a wooden plank as a guide. Leave the product to dry for at least 24 hours before proceeding with the application of the finish

Finishing / Protective

Must be sealed with the TRAVERTINO ROMANO FINITURA By OIKOS

Technical Characteristics: Application

Dilution: ready to use

Yield: 2 kg/m2

Application tools: Stainless steel trowel by OIKOS, 133 Tool for Cor-du-roy effect 120x100 mm, 139 Synthetic Sponge.

Base Coat : NEOKRYLL, BLANKOR, IL PRIMER by OIKOS.

Protections: TRAVERTINO ROMANO FINITURA By OIKOS

Application temperature: +10°C ÷ +36°C (when relative humidity not over 80%)

Drying Time: touch dry 2 ÷ 4 h (temperature = 20°C with relative humidity at 75%)

Drying Time until Washable: 30 days (temperature = 20°C with relative humidity at 75%)

Dryain Time until Fully Cured: 20 ÷ 25 days (temperature = 20°C with relative humidity at 75%)

Time until possible to paint over: 24 h (temperature = 20° with relative humidity at 75%)

Tools cleaning: water

Warning: Protect the surface from the rain for the first 48÷ 72 hours after application.

Technical Characteristics: The Product

Composition: Sand, selected marble powders and matured lime putty

Specific weight: 1,65 kg/l +/- 3%

Granulometry: MAX= 0.8mm

pH: 12.5 ÷ 13.5

Viscosity: Pasty Storage temperature: +2°C ÷ +36°C. Keep from freezing

Permeability to water vapour Sd: (UNI EN ISO 7783-2): high, Sd=0.010 m, µ=3.28

Emission limits of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) according to directive 2004/42/CE: Classification: A/l; VOC: 8 g/l (max); Limit Phase I (from 01/01/2007): 300g/lt, Limit Phase II (from 01/01/ 2010): 200g/lt

Packaging: 5 –20 Kg

Texture: Travertino

Warning -Avoid prolonged contact with the skin: if necessary, wash thoroughly with soap and water. If the irritation persists, consult a doctor. - Avoid contact with the eyes, in case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with a sugar-water solution. If the irritation persists, consult a doctor.

Toxicological Data: The product is free of heavy metals such as lead or chrome. It does not contain toxic solvents, aromatics or chlorides. There is no risk of any dangerous polymerisation. The product is considered to be a non dangerous substance if used in the technically correct manner. Normal cautionary measures for the handling of water based paints are advised. No special arrangements are required for the storage, movement and transportation of the product; the containers, residue, eventual spilt material should be cleaned up using absorbent inert material such as sand, soil etc. etc. and then disposed of in accordance with the regional and national regulations in force at that time.