Forcrete Micro-Quartz WALL - INSTALLATION GUIDE:

BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION

Before materials are applied, inspect the entire installation area carefully.

Check for:

  • Flex, movement or bounce in walls and floors

  • Loose, unstable or damaged substrates

  • Large openings around plumbing fixtures

  • Protruding or non-countersunk screws

  • Uneven surfaces, ridges and high points

  • Cracks, voids or damaged board joints

  • Moisture-related concerns

  • Incomplete waterproofing or plumbing work

Any issues that may affect performance should be corrected before installation begins. Photograph and document existing defects and obtain written confirmation from the client where appropriate.

Electric underfloor heating must be tested and commissioned before the microcement installation begins.

All plumbing, drainage, electrical work, substrate boarding and waterproofing-related preparation should be completed before finish installation starts.

The installation area should be:

  • Structurally sound

  • Stable and free from excessive movement

  • Clean and dry

  • Protected from dust and contamination

  • Maintained at a suitable, consistent temperature

  • Properly ventilated without strong direct airflow

  • Free from active water leaks

Do not apply microcement over unstable, contaminated, wet or insufficiently prepared substrates. DO NOT use microcement for filling cracks, gaps, holes or leveling.

Ensure all products are from the correct batch, have been stored appropriately and are within their stated shelf life.

INSTALLATION STEPS

DAY 1:

1. Using 1/2” nap microfiber roller apply Monoprime, let cure for 30min-1h depending on the temperature

2. If using Belt and Braces System, install scrim mesh tape on all internal corners and overlay with Fiberglass Mesh curtains securing in place with no gaps or overlaps using Staple Gun

3. Using Flexible Steel Trowel apply Monostone to grain thickness, let cure for 3-4h (may cure longer in humid and cold environments)

*if using Fast System or Standard System, skip Step #2

DAY 2:

4. Sand Monostone with 50 grit diamond pads

5. Using Flexible Steel Trowel apply second coat of Monostone to grain thickness, let cure for 4h (may cure longer in humid and cold environments but at this stage can be speed dried with a fan)

6. Sand Monostone with 50 grit diamond pads

7. Using Finishing Trowel apply tinted Micro-Quartz Coarse or Rock Plaster Natural in Floated Technique, let cure overnight

DAY 3 

8. Sand Micro-Quartz Coarse or Rock Plaster natural with 100 grit diamond pad

9. Using Finishing Trowel apply tinted Micro-Quartz in specified aggregate size and technique, let cure overnight

DAY 4:

10. Sand Micro-Quartz with 100-200 grit diamond pad ( Coarse and Medium = 100grit. Smooth = 200 grit)

11. Mop the dust off the surface with *dry* Microfiber Mop, remove as much residual dust as possible

12. Using 1/2” nap microfiber roller apply 2 coats of  Forshield 2KWB 4 hours apart