Wall putty, or skim coat, is an important building material in renovation and decoration. It is used to provide a fine leveling for the wall surface, facilitating subsequent painting or wallpapering. High-quality wall putty formula can withstand moisture while maintaining strength without bubbling, cracking, or peeling.
To improve your wall putty formula, LANDERCOLL recommends our Cellulose Ether including HEMC(Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose) and HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose) to serve as performance additives. As non-ionic, water-soluble polymer additives, our HPMC and HEMC can serve as water retainers, thickeners, and binders to enhance the moisture preservation, consistency, and workability of your wall putty.
LANDERCOLL® Cellulose Ether, such as HPMC and HEMC, could guarantee sufficient hydration of cement which helps prevent premature drying and cracking, ensuring that the putty maintains its integrity.
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose(HPMC) ensures wall putty is attached closely to different substrates with a low water absorption rate.
LANDERCOLL® HEMC and HPMC allow the putty to withstand minor movements and stresses caused by temperature fluctuations, humidity changes, or settling, reducing the cracks forming.
By retaining moisture level in wall putty, HPMC and HEMC ensure the wall putty remains smooth and easy to apply. This helps improve work efficiency and gives room for adjustment.
| Advantages: | Good water retention, Good workability, Wide range of applications |
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| Package: | 25kg/bag, also available in 500kg/pallet & 600kg/pallet |
| Advantages: | Good Water Retention, Good Workability, and Improved slip resistance |
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| Package: | 25kg/bag, also available in 500kg/pallet & 600kg/pallet |
| Advantages: | High Water Retention, Excellent Workability, and Improved slip resistance |
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| Package: | 25kg/bag, also available in 500kg/pallet & 600kg/pallet |
*Cement-based Wall Putty Formula primarily consists of cement(18% ~ 28%) as the inorganic gel material, heavy calcium, and various polymer additives such as LANDERCOLL® HPMC K100(0.3%~0.4%). However, the specific formula should be adjusted according to local requirements. Contact Us and let our professional team work with you to discuss a tailored wall putty formula.
LANDERCOLL invites you to try our Free Samples of our Cellulose Ethers. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the benefits of our high-quality skim coat additive!
Equipped with precise tools, LANDERCOLL pursues authenticity and reliability in every project. Combining our devices and professional expert team, LANDERCOLL sets high standards for our Cellulose ether’s performance and consistency.
LANDERCOLL has adopted quality control technology in our factory, including cyclone air stirring, which ensures complete and quality mixing. Such details enable us to be a powerful competitor in the Cellulose Ether industry.
LANDERCOLL’s extensive storage becomes the pillar of our abundant supply and fast delivery. It also indicates our ability to effectively manage large orders, ensuring that LANDERCOLL consistently meets customer demands with reliability and speed.
In general, skim coat is often referred to as wall putty, because both of them serve to address surface imperfections. But there is a difference between them. A skim coat is applied on bare concrete while putty is used to go over a final surface that has primer or paint. Skim coats are effective for correcting noticeable defects like honeycombs, waviness, and rough textures on large areas. Wall putty is suitable for smaller areas to correct minor imperfections, such as hairline cracks and slight unevenness.
One of the primary roles of cellulose ether, such as Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC), is to preserve moisture, which is vital during the curing process. Maintaining moisture levels improves the workability of the putty, making it easier to apply and spread evenly across surfaces. This also helps reduce the risk of imperfections like lumps or uneven surfaces. Additionally, the presence of cellulose ether enhances the bonding strength between the putty and various substrates, ensuring a long-lasting durable finish.
To evaluate HPMC quality, assess its appearance, solubility, viscosity, water retention, purity, thermal stability, moisture content, gel temperature, and performance in specific applications through various physical and chemical tests.
HPMC is often the preferred choice for wall putty due to its widespread use and proven performance. However, if the application involves high temperatures or requires superior viscosity and thermal stability, HEMC may be more suitable. The LANDERCOLL expert team is happy to help you choose between HPMC and HEMC based on your specific needs for the project, including environmental conditions, desired properties of the final product, and cost considerations. Contact us for further information about our cellulose ether.
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