Frequently Asked Questions

Mixx coatings will not crack, Mixx is designed as a thin film application and if applied correctly the product will not crack. If your substrate cracks the product will then move with the substrate and it will then crack, either fine hairline cracks or larger cracks may appear after time due to several factors causing your substrate to crack and Mixx will move with the substrate. Cement coatings are designed as exactly that a coating so whatever happens to your substrate your coating will follow. It is particularly important to have your substrate accessed by a professional to ensure it is sound and has the necessary expansion joints which will help in preventing cracking.

Mixx cement produces cement-based products, and we back our quality. Our products need to be applied for their attended use we cannot guarantee third parties’ workmanship, it is important to do your Due diligence as a perspective customer and ensure you choose an application team you can trust.

Yes, if the tiles are solid and there is no movement, with the correct preparation Mixx can be applied over tiles. It is important to note that due to the difference in porosity between the tile and the grouting the grout lines may appear as darker lines over time giving a lovely farm style look and feel to your finish. We also do not suggest applying Mixx over slate or clay or very uneven tiles.

At the end of the day, it is personal choice which coating you would like to use, the important thing is that you have a good applicator and that you do your homework and ensure the application has the necessary technical skill, experience and can show you some of their work. Mixx cement coatings will compliment any style of interior, we have coated many homes and commercial spaces country wide in several styles.

There are a few things you as the customer should be aware of:

• Preparation is important, your substrate MUST be sound no flaking, scuffing or dirt must be prevalent, if the substrate is sound, a minimum of 25MPa and the contactor is about to apply, ensure that the floor is clean and dust free.
• Two coats can be applied the same day if the first coat is dry enough to receive the second.
• Once the final coat is applied THE FLOOR MUST CURE FOR A MINIMUM OF 48 HOURS (TWO DAYS) LONGER IF POSSIBLE!! – THE LONGER THE STRONGER! A contractor must not try and convince you that the floor is dry! Cement does not dry it cures it must CURE for an absolute minimum of 48 hours before the sealer is applied – This is a critical step!
• Once dry the contractor must wear clean socks when walking on the surface to apply the sealer, cement is extremely porous, and you do not want unsightly marks on your floors.
• Two coats of sealer must always be applied to your floor to protect your finish.

Mixx cement has certain products designed for exterior use, ask our stockists for advice on what product will best suit your application. All external floors must be built with the necessary damp and waterproofing.

If wet Mixx floors will be as slippery as most tiles, we suggest you use a non-slip bead in the sealer.

Mixx has both a DIY range as well as Decorators range that is best applied by a professional contractor. We offer workshops for both our DIY and our Designer range. Due to popular demand, we have recently launched a product Easy floor, a durable flooring solution that is easy to apply and hardwearing, call your nearest stockist for a workshop.

Mixx cement offers workshops where we demonstrate our products, the contractor however is an independent and has his/her own company and will have to guarantee their own workmanship.

You can call our sales office for the next available contractor’s workshop.