Mapei Mapecoat ACT

Mapei Mapecoat ACT is an acrylic based enamel paint for interiors combining special biological protection agents able to counteract the deposit and proliferation of moulds, viruses and bacteria on surfaces, even when frequently washed and disinfected.

Best Uses

Mapei Mapecoat ACT gives internal walls and ceilings a hygienic smooth and matt finish. Provides excellent resistance to washing and a very low dirt pick-up, making the surfaces easy to clean. These characteristics, together with the ease of application, make Mapecoat ACT (Matt and Satin) suitable for the protection and decoration of all environments where it is necessary to guarantee a high level of hygiene and prolonged resistance to cleaning operations. This hygienic paint is ideal for medical-health environments as well as facilities subject to HACCP protocol.

• Stain resistant
• Resistant to mould, viruses and bacteria
• Highly durable
• Highly hygienic finish

Mapei Mapecoat ACT is ideal for the painting of all old, new or already painted interior surfaces. When applied on interior walls, Mapecoat ACT adheres to all types of masonry, plasters, smoothing layers and on old paints as long as suitably prepared.

Application

Treatment of surfaces with the presence of moulds
Carry out an initial thorough washing of the surface with Mapei Silancolor Cleaner Plus. Moulds must be removed only when wet to avoid spreading spores and microorganisms in the surrounding environments. The application of Silancolor Cleaner Plus on the substrate must be carried out using a low-pressure manual sprayer or by brush, leaving the solution to act for a few minutes and taking care to make it penetrate deeply. Then eliminate the moulds by mechanical brushing.

Preparation of the substrate
The surfaces to be treated must be cured, perfectly clean, cohesive and dry. Remove any loose or flaking material from the surface. Smoothen all unevenness of the substrate (holes, cracks) and repair deteriorated parts to reach a sufficiently flat and even surface.

Application of the primer
According to the type of substrate, select the primer to use: Mapei Malech, transparent acrylic primer, properly diluted, or Mapei Dursilite Base Coat, pigmented acrylic undercoat, white or in a shade similar to the final colour, recommended especially in case of bright colours with limited hiding power. Wait for the complete drying of Malech or Dursilite Base Coat (6-12 hours) and proceed with the application of Mapecoat ACT Matt / Satin.

Application of the finish
Dilute Mapecoat ACT Matt / Satin taking care to thoroughly blend it; use a drill at low speed if necessary. Mapecoat ACT can be applied by brush, roller or spray in two coats. Wait 6-12 hours between coats depending on humidity and temperature, ensuring that the previous layer is completely dry.