{"product_id":"sikamix-plus-mortar-plasticiser-5l","title":"SikaMix Plus Mortar Plasticiser 5L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSikaMix Plus Mortar and Plaster Admixture supplied as a ready-to-use brown liquid. This admixture is designed to modify and enhance the performance of cement-based mortars and plasters, providing improved plasticity, cohesion, and long-term durability. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eActing as both an air-entraining and plasticising agent, it introduces finely dispersed air bubbles into the mix when added to gauging water, producing smoother, more workable mortars and renders. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result is an easier-to-handle, more consistent material with reduced cracking, shrinkage, and improved frost resistance. 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Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conforms to EN 934-3:2009 + A1:2012 as an air-entraining\/plasticising admixture for masonry mortar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e: CE marked in accordance with European construction product standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enhances workability, reduces water demand, and improves freeze–thaw durability in finished mortars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial composition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Non-chloride, non-corrosive formulation suitable for use with reinforced structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and handling\u003c\/strong\u003e: Store in sealed containers under frost-free conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant note\u003c\/strong\u003e: Always determine dosage through controlled trial mixes and follow standard site safety and handling practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sika","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53771510349935,"sku":"6006038","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/9784\/4591\/files\/Sika_Plasticiser_-_Photo.jpg?v=1783758530","url":"https:\/\/supplyyard.co.uk\/products\/sikamix-plus-mortar-plasticiser-5l","provider":"Supply Yard","version":"1.0","type":"link"}