Bitumen Primer

Bitüm Astar Technical Specifications and Application Guide

Technical Specifications

  • Packaging: 18 kg tin bucket

  • Appearance: Viscous dark brown – black liquid

  • Surface Temperature: $+5\text{ }^\circ\text{C} / +35\text{ }^\circ\text{C}$

  • Consumption: $400\text{ gr/m}^2$ for a single coat

  • Storage: Shelf life is 12 months in a cool and dry environment

Surface Preparation and Application

  • Modew Bitum Primer emulsions eliminate the adhesion-preventing effects of substances like dust or soil on the surface, ensuring a clean surface.

  • It is applied as a primer before Modew bituminous membrane applications.

  • Thanks to its superior adhesion property, it ensures that the bituminous membrane applied on top adheres to the concrete surface more securely and without gaps.

  • After being mixed with a maximum of %20 water, it is applied to the surface using a brush, roller, or spray gun.

  • The surface to be applied must be dry and cleaned of dust, oil, construction waste, and dirt.

  • Application should not be carried out in rainy weather or on wet ground.

  • It dries in approximately 4 to 24 hours depending on weather conditions.

  • Modew Bitüm Astar emulsion is a ready-to-use primer material obtained by mixing water and bitumen using special methods.

Advantageous Features

  • It is applied cold, making it easy to use.

  • It does not contain flammable and toxic substances, so it can be safely used in open and closed spaces.

  • After the water in its structure evaporates, it forms a layer on the surface that does not dissolve again with water and is waterproof.

  • It adheres easily to all kinds of surfaces.

  • It is an economical material.

Areas of Use

  • It is used as a primer under bituminous waterproofing membranes and bitumen-based liquid waterproofing products.