SIOX-5 RE50
Consolidating for natural stone, plaster, terracotta
DESCRIPTION
SIOX-5 RE50 is a consolidant 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 a stable matrix of nanostructured and functionalized silica. Once applied to the material and absorbed by pores, the liquid solidifies forming layers of amorphous silica able to restore the mechanical properties of stones, plasters, terracotta.
In contrast to traditional systems based on reactions between ethyl silicate and atmospheric humidity for silica formation (in 30-40 days), the sol-gel technology allows obtaining silica thanks to a neutral catalyst promoting room temperature reactions with a consolidant effect in 24 hours.
WHERE
Natural, silicate and carbonate stones
Lime plasters
Cement paste
Stucco
Terracotta
ADVANTAGES
High consolidating power in 24 hours
Stability and durability of a mineral treatment
Rapid activation
Compatibility with silicate and carbonate substrates
Re-applicability