Mapei Novoplan 21

Novoplan 21: Fast Hardening Self-Levelling Smoothing Compound

Classification (EN 13813)

Novoplan 21 adheres to the norms specified in this technical data sheet and is classified as CT-C25-F6-A2fl according to EN 13813.

Where to Use

Novoplan 21 is ideal for preparing substrates before final floor covering installation in interior conditions:

• Substrate Types: Concrete slabs, cement-based and anhydrite screeds, under-floor heating installations, existing ceramic tile, terrazzo, and natural stone floors.
• Floor Coverings: Suitable for carpet, vinyl, ceramic tiles, floating timber, and direct stick engineered timber flooring requiring resistance to heavy loads and traffic.

Technical Characteristics

• Composition: Comprised of fast-setting and hydrating cements, graded silica sand, special resins, and additives developed in MAPEI’s research laboratories.
• Properties: When mixed with water, it forms a fluid, easily workable mix with excellent self-levelling properties, rapid curing, good compressive and flexural strength, impact, and abrasion resistance.

Recommendations and Application Guidelines

• Emphasizes substrate preparation, including cleaning, consolidation, crack repairs, primer application, and specific requirements for different substrate types.
• Provides instructions for mixing, application thickness, temperature constraints, installation compatibility, and timeframes for drying and flooring installation.

Cleaning, Packaging, and Safety Instructions

• Details the cleaning process for Novoplan 21, packaging sizes, storage conditions, and shelf life.
• Highlights safety precautions due to cement content, alkaline reactions on contact with sweat or body fluids, and irritant potential for eyes and skin during use.

Consumption and Final Performance Data

• Consumption: 1.6 kg/m² per mm of thickness.
• Provides key performance data like compressive strength, flexural strength, resistance to abrasion, and relevant environmental contributions for Green StarTM credits.

Application Data

• Mixing ratio, self-levelling capability, density, pH of mix, application temperature range, pot life, setting time, and waiting time before bonding.

Professional Use Product

Reiterates the need for careful assessment of suitability before application, placing responsibility on the user for any consequences arising from product use.

Legal Notice

Clarifies that the information provided should be used as indicative, subject to confirmation through practical application. The responsibility for ensuring suitability lies with the user.

This comprehensive guide outlines crucial details concerning the application, technical specifications, safety measures, and legal responsibilities associated with using Novoplan 21 for substrate preparation in diverse flooring installations.