Latex Based Systems

Latex-based system is a ready-to-use building material for the finishing process of the interior and exterior of houses and buildings. It is also capable of repairing or covering defects such as cracks. Latex-based Joint compound is a ready-to-use paste which is mainly used in wallboard construction, filling up joints between the boards. Latex-based joint filler is a ready-to-use mortar that is used to fill joints. Latex-based Putty is a finishing product for surface smoothing. For this use, sanding ability, adhesive strength and good workability are required.

KimaCell® cellulose ethers improve processability and water retention in joint compounds, joint fillers and putties.Cellulose ether product specially used for ready-mixed mortar has better water retention than ordinary products in ready-mixed mortar, ensuring that the inorganic cementitious material is fully hydrated, and significantly preventing the reduction of bond strength caused by excessive drying and cracking caused by drying shrinkage. Cellulose ether also has a certain air-entraining effect. Cellulose ether products specially used for ready-mixed mortar have appropriate, uniform and small air-entrainment, which can improve the strength and plastering of ready-mixed mortar. Cellulose ether product specially used for ready-mixed mortar has a certain retarding effect, which can prolong the opening time of ready-mixed mortar and reduce the difficulty of construction.