Stone carpet material from the companyAktash( Aktash ) is intended for creating a seamless coating based on natural marble or quartz chips bound with a polymer binder.The coating forms a durable, waterproof surface with high resistance to abrasion, ultraviolet radiation and temperature changes.This manual describes the installation sequencestone carpetonto a prepared mineral base.
Systemstone carpetconsists of three components: a primer composition, a polymer binder based on epoxy or polyurethane and a fractionated stone filler.Curing occurs as a result of a chemical reaction, after which the coating acquires a monolithic structure.Installation of stone carpetperformed mechanically or manually using a steel spatula and roller.
| Parameter | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Binder density | 1.05–1.15 g/cm³ |
| Pot life of the mixture | 30–40 minutes at +20 °C |
| Binder consumption | 0.8–1.2 kg/m² depending on the fraction |
| Hardness Shore D | 75–85 |
| Adhesion to concrete | not less than 2.5 MPa |
| Application temperature | from +5 °C to +30 °C |
The quality of preparation directly determines the service lifestone carpet.The base must be strong, dust-free and dry.The residual moisture content of the cement screed should not exceed 4 wt.%.The peeling areas are removed, the cracks are expanded and filled with a repair compound.
List of mandatory operations:
Important: if you doDIY stone carpet, do not neglect the dust removal stage - even a thin layer of dust reduces adhesion by 40–60%.
To ensure reliable adhesion, use the two-component primer included in the kit.Aktash.The components are mixed with a low-speed mixer (300–400 rpm) for 2 minutes.The finished composition is applied with a short-haired roller or squeegee in one or two layers.The second layer is applied after the first has polymerized, usually after 4–6 hours.
| Terms | Consumption per layer | Time before overlap |
|---|---|---|
| Normal (20 °C, 60% humidity) | 0.2–0.3 kg/m² | 4–6 hours |
| Reduced temperature (+10 °C) | 0.3–0.35 kg/m² | 8–12 h |
| High humidity (>80%) | 0.2 kg/m² | 6–8 hours |
| Porous base | 0.4–0.5 kg/m² (first layer) | 6–8 hours |
The primer layer should form a continuous glossy film without matte areas.If unpainted areas are detected, additional priming of problem areas is carried out.
The basisstone carpetforms a mixture of stone filler and polymer binder.Laying a stone carpetbegins immediately after preparation of the composition, since viability is limited.Proportions are strictly regulated by the manufacturerAktashand depend on the fraction of the stone.
Installation of stone carpetperformed using a steel notched trowel, forming a layer with a thickness corresponding to the maximum diameter of the filler grain.Immediately after distributing the mass, the surface is rolled with a plastic or metal roller to remove air inclusions and distribute the resin evenly.
When installingDIY stone carpetIn small areas, manual application is acceptable.It is important to maintain continuity of installation within the same room to avoid visible joints.Seams connecting to walls, columns and equipment are made with elastic sealant after the coating has cured.
| Fraction, mm | Layer thickness, mm | Filler consumption, kg/m² | Resin consumption, kg/m² | Pedestrian load time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5–1.2 | 1.5–2.0 | 2.5–3.5 | 0.8–1.0 | 12–16 h |
| 1.0–3.0 | 3.0–3.5 | 5.0–6.5 | 0.9–1.2 | 14–18 h |
| 3.0–5.0 | 5.0–6.0 | 8.0–10.0 | 1.0–1.4 | 16–24 hours |
| 5.0–7.0 | 7.0–8.0 | 12.0–14.0 | 1.2–1.6 | 20–24 hours |
The temperature of the base and air must remain stable during work.Sudden changes lead to the appearance of internal stresses and microcracks instone carpet.
After complete curing (24–48 hours at +20 °C), remove excess filler with a stiff brush and an industrial vacuum cleaner.If necessary, the surface is covered with a transparent protective varnish, which reduces contamination and facilitates cleaning.
Performance characteristicsstone carpet Aktash allow it to be used in residential and public interiors, on open terraces and paths.Care is reduced to wet cleaning with neutral detergents.Aggressive acid compounds are excluded.
If you decide to doDIY stone carpet, strictly follow the dosage and time interval directions.A deviation from the recipe by 5% reduces the strength of the coating by 15–20%.If you have any questions, please refer to the technological documentationAktash.
Executed correctlystone carpet installationensures a coating service life of at least 15–20 years without loss of appearance and functional properties.