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Swahili coating master class. Decorative paint with sandy wind effect Swahili paint

Topcoat Swahili is a metallized quartz-filled paint that imitates the pattern and structure of a sand dune. The alternation of glossy areas with a rough sandy texture and overflows gives the walls a stunning decorative effect. Swahili is available in three base colors (gold, silver and bronze) and can be tinted in 90 different shades. When light hits the grains of sand, the surface begins to sparkle. The nature of the pattern can be varied - from structurally dense to barely noticeable imitation of a sandy surface (“Sandy wind” effect).

Swahili Coating Steps

Surface preparation. Before painting, the surface is leveled with an empire finishing putty and sanded with sandpaper, then primed. The primer reduces paint consumption and improves adhesion. It is recommended to use the strengthening BOLARS primer on an acrylic base under the Swahili decorative paint, primer deep penetration or Acryl Primer. The material is applied with a roller in one layer.

Base application. The base for Swahili is Uno Decor paint, tinted in the same color as the topcoat. Uno Decor has a matte effect, creates a coating that is resistant to external influences. If necessary, the paint is diluted with water to 10%, mixed well and applied in one layer with a velor roller. The surface dries up 12 hours after painting. After this time, the Swahili decorative coating is applied.

Application topcoat... Swahili is applied with a brush in two steps. At first, with chaotic strokes, the material is distributed on small area surface with a brush. While the paint has not dried, grains of sand are collected with a dry brush, forming the desired pattern. Depending on the movements of the brush, as well as the tool used, you can get different options textures. Masco Riflessi varnish can be used to give the coating more wear resistance. It is applied with a roller 4-6 hours after the topcoat.

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Swahili is an environmentally friendly decorative coating. Creates a sandy wind effect on your walls. When light hits the colored grains of sand, the surface begins to sparkle. Designed to create original interiors combining matte areas and metallic overflows. The material has two bases - gold and silver.

Drying time. It takes no more than 24 hours for the decorative coating to dry completely. The initial hardness of the coating occurs after 7 days, the final hardness - after 14.

Waterproof. Water resistance is at least 24 hours.

Material consumption. The average consumption is 0.2-0.3 kg / m 2.

Resistant to alkalis. Resistance to alkalis is at least 24 hours.

Wet scrubbing cycles. Able to withstand at least 1000 wet abrasion cycles. Resistant to light damp cleaning. For additional protection and water-resistant, Riflessi varnish is used. Velor varnish is used to make it soft and silky. Once varnished, the coating is able to withstand over 5000 wet scrubbing cycles.

The operating temperature of the coating. The operating temperature range of the coating is from +5 to +60 ° С.

Frost resistance of the coating. The coating can withstand 5 freeze / thaw cycles during transportation.

Surface characteristics. Decorative coating applied on a perfectly flat and durable surface. Can be tinted with universal or water-dispersive pigment pastes according to the Mascarade catalog.

To order Swahili Decorative Coating, contact Mascarade by phone 8-800-100-74-47 .

How does Swahili differ from textured plasters?

Many buyers confuse Swahili with decorative plaster... How can you tell the difference between these two materials? What are their advantages and disadvantages? These and many other questions will be answered in the next article.

Decorative structural plaster is a material that has gained unprecedented popularity among Russian consumers. You have a huge choice of the lineup patterns, designs and finishing effects. Textured plaster will allow you to recreate the classic Venetian interior, wood imitation, natural stone, a picture of a famous artist or even a portrait of your beloved dog! Textured wall plaster is the basis for an endless flight of imaginations! Separate in the list of decorative materials is the Swahili material. Structural wall plaster is very different from the Swahili you already love. So what are these differences?

Structural decorative plaster has a number of advantages. For example, finishing with plaster does not require careful preparation of the surface and perfectly masks minor defects in the base. Structural plaster can be applied with a sufficiently thick layer - up to 10 mm. Structural plaster is also applied to almost any surface, both outside and inside the premises. Wall plaster has excellent resistance to mechanical stress and is fireproof. Textured plastering of walls is carried out using any paint that is suitable for the properties of the room. Well, and a pleasant addition to all the listed advantages will, of course, be decorative plastering of the interior in various versions.

Swahili decorative coating is more like acrylic paint. It is easier to apply and allows for a variety of finishing effects. The material combines the play of a smooth glossy surface and a rough sandy texture. Textured plaster finish takes longer than Swahili finish because it is easier to apply and dries faster. Thanks to these properties, you can apply the material to large area in a shorter time frame.

Working with Swahili decorative coatings begins with surface preparation. A primer is applied to a dust-free base. In this case, experts recommend using materials TM "BOLARS" - "Firming" or Acryl Primer.

After the primer has dried, apply acrylic paint Uno Decor. Choose the same paint color as the base of the Swahili topcoat.

After 12 hours, after the "substrate" has completely dried, apply a decorative coating. The Swahili sandy effect requires application in a thin, even layer. To do this, use a brush in your work. Textured surface is created with light cross movements of another brush. It is important to keep the brush dry. Use a tissue to dry the tips of the instrument.

After 4-6 hours, to give the surface additional protective properties, use Masco Riflessi varnish.

After the varnish is dry, you can enjoy original decor interior - a scattering of precious sand on the walls.

Swahili decorative coating is a unique solution for your interior! Swahili is a scattering of stardust and a blow of sandy wind on your walls. Find yourself in the world of an oriental fairy tale with Swahili decorative coating!

Decorative and finishing material for internal works based on metallized fillers, quartz flour, which give a significant metallized effect. These additives create an iridescent, pleasant play of light and colors. Swahili allows you to achieve a new-fashioned chrome effect and a pleasant visual image, which make the interior surprisingly comfortable and harmonious with the current trends. decorative finishing premises. Thanks to the ease of application, Swahili allows both professional and amateur decorators to realize their ideas, achieving high quality.

Advantages:

Water-borne, vapor-permeable, practically odorless, non-toxic, non-flammable. Environmentally friendly in relation to man and environment material. Excellent decorative effect with chromatic effects.

Dilution with water

not diluted in one layer; in two layers 5-10%

Consumption

5 - 7 m² / l depending on the desired effect

Tool

Spanish brush

Cleaning tools

Application conditions

Drying time (at t 20 ° C with a relative humidity of about 75%)

for repainting

6 - 8 hours

completely dry

Reaction to fire

Negative if the composition is applied on non-flammable substrates (water-based material less than 0.600 mm thick when dried) ..

Composition

Acrylic copolymers in water dispersion, special effect pigments, selected fillers, application additives.

Relative mass

1.23 kg / l +/- 3%

Viscosity

10,000 - 15,000 CPS Brookfield (RVT 20 rpm @ 25 ° C)

Resistant to washing

Class 3 (UNI EN ISO 11998: 2003)

pH

Storage temperature

2 ° C - + 36 ° C. Afraid of the cold

Water permeability Sd

0.008 m (maximum permissible level 2 m DIN 52 615)

Colors

Shades of the color card

Package

Storage period

at least 2 years in unopened packaging at a temperature of + 5-36 ° С (afraid of frost).

Caveats

Avoid prolonged contact with skin and eyes. If this happens, rinse thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Toxicological data

The material does not contain heavy metals such as chromium and lead. Contains no toxic solvents, fragrances or those containing chromium. No traces of polymerization, which are hazardous to health, were found. The material is safe for health if used for its intended purpose. We advise you to adhere to the normal safety standards for using water-based paints. There are no special rules for storage and handling: containers, material residues and scattering can be collected with inert absorbent materials such as sand and earth and must subsequently be recycled in accordance with national and local legislation. Transportation must be carried out in accordance with international agreements.

Surface preparation

The surfaces must be seasoned and completely dry. After applying new plaster, at least 30 days must elapse for complete carbonation. Clean the surface from parts that do not fit tightly to it. Treat old and dusty surfaces with primer.

Application system

1 layer - soil

NOVAPRIMER - thinning 50 - 80% drinking water- consumption 10 - 12 m² / l - brush, roller, spraying.

After 4 - 6 hours

2-3 layer

Apply one layer of SWAHILI in crisscross strokes using a special Spanish brush, then immediately apply another clean and dry layer with a brush to obtain an even effect. If necessary, after 4-8 hours apply a second layer of paint diluted 10% with water

After 4 - 6 hours

For a more thorough cleaning of the surface

IGROLUX protective varnish - 10-20% water - 15 -20m² / l - brush, roller, spraying

Application:

Surface preparation:

Specific gravity:

SWAHILI BASE SILVER: 1.21 kg / dm3

Package:
Containers from 5 to 1L

Expiration date: 12 months

Price

Textured decorative finish with a metallic effect for interior use

Application:

SWAHILI is a finishing material for interior use with fillers that create a light metallic effect. These fillers provide a pleasant play of light and iridescent colors. This enables SWAHILI to create innovative color solutions pleasant to the visual and tactile sensations, making the rooms surprisingly cozy in accordance with the latest trends in room design. SWAHILI is lightweight, practical and versatile in use, which allows both professionals and “amateurs” to perform works of very high quality.

Surface preparation:

The surface to be painted must be flat, dry and solid:

  • Treat the surface with NOVAPRIMER, an acrylic primer with quartz powder, diluted 50-80% with water, depending on the absorption properties of the surface
  • Before applying NOVOPRIMER, wood, plastic, metal and other surfaces must be primed with an appropriate primer.
  • As a base, apply one or two coats of white acrylic washable paint like NOVAMULTO for interior and exterior use.
  • Apply SWAHILI in one layer with a brush, neat or diluted with a maximum of 5% water.

Consumption: 0.2-0.4 l / m2, depending on the desired effect and the number of coats.

Specific gravity:

SWAHILI BASE GOLD: 1.21 kg / dm3

Package:
Containers from 5 to 1L

Colors: according to the color chart

Terms of reference (coating with a brush):
Decorative coating based on acrylic copolymers in water emulsion with metallized fillers and special additives. The product should be applied with a brush in one layer, thinned with water 5-10% on a substrate treated with white Novomulto acrylic washable paint for interior and exterior use. To ensure washable properties, apply one or two coats of DUNE CLEAR COAT clear acrylic coating to a completely dry surface.

Storage conditions: + 5 ° + 30 ° С (do not freeze)

Expiration date: 12 months

Price

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