Hardening / Consolidating
SCALP CONSOLIDANT HYDROFUGE is a 2-in-1 treatment: it consolidates porous materials while protecting them from water. Ideal for stone, brick, concrete, or mineral coatings, it provides long-lasting reinforcement for damaged surfaces while protecting them from moisture and atmospheric pollution. As an impregnation product, it does not alter the appearance of the surface.
SCALP MINÉRALISANT 95 is a mineralizing agent for stone facades designed to deeply consolidate porous materials such as limestone or siliceous stone, brick, concrete, and mineral coatings. Invisible after application, it provides long-lasting reinforcement without altering the appearance of the substrate. Ideal for restoring old facades, historic monuments, or modern buildings, it provides effective protection against moisture, aging, and external damage.
It can also be applied by drone, an ideal solution for hard-to-reach areas or large surfaces, ensuring fast, even, and safe application.
SCALP PRIMAFIX is a multifunctional primer designed to reinforce, repair, coat, and protect substrates such as concrete, mortar, masonry, or mineral plaster. This product is essential for substrate preparation.
Its specific formula hardens soft, brittle, or powdery materials while improving the adhesion of subsequent layers: paint, plaster, mortar, adhesive, or coating. SCALP PRIMAFIX acts as a true “chemical bond” between materials, ensuring a strong and durable bond.
This primer consolidates in depth while reinforcing the impermeability of surfaces. It thus helps to limit the appearance of cracks, reinforce the waterproofing of substrates, and extend the life of structures. It is particularly suitable for old, degraded, or absorbent substrates, which are often encountered during renovations.
What is a consolidating or mineralising product ?
Consolidating and mineralising products are essential protective treatments designed for porous building materials such as stone, brick, concrete and plaster. Their primary purpose is to strengthen the internal structure of these substrates, improving cohesion and reducing long-term deterioration.
These solutions are particularly valuable on older, weakened or weathered materials, as they restore structural integrity without altering the material’s original appearance. By penetrating deep into the substrate, they harden the surface, reduce porosity and enhance resistance to weathering, pollution and chemical degradation.
There are two main categories of consolidants :
- Silicate-based consolidants (often referred to as mineralisers): They react chemically with free lime and siliceous materials, reinforcing the mineral structure of the substrate.
- Resin-based consolidants: These provide mechanical cohesion to friable or powdery surfaces, commonly used in heritage conservation and restoration.
When and how should a consolidant or mineraliser be applied ?
Applying a consolidating or mineralising treatment is recommended in several situations:
- On ageing façades or heritage structures made from stone, render or brick that have become friable, powdery, or delaminating.
- As part of a renovation project, to stabilise the substrate before applying paint, coatings or water-repellent treatments.
- On porous surfaces exposed to harsh weather conditions, in order to extend their lifespan.
The substrate must be clean, dry and structurally sound prior to application. If required, a façade cleaner or anti-moss/anti-algae treatment can be used beforehand.
SCALP consolidants can be applied using a brush, roller, garden sprayer or airless sprayer, depending on site conditions. They are typically colourless and non-film-forming, meaning they do not create a surface film and preserve the natural look of the material.
Can a consolidant be used alongside other treatments ?
Yes. Consolidants can be combined with other protective treatments:
- A water repellent can be applied once the consolidant has fully cured, providing long-lasting protection against moisture penetration.
- A finishing coat or mineral paint can be applied to a consolidated substrate, ensuring improved durability and adhesion over time.
At SCALP, products such as SCALP MINERALISANT 95 deeply consolidate porous materials while helping protect them against soiling and reducing their vulnerability to external factors.
Where to buy our products ?
Our products are available from over 2,000 sales outlets, via professional paint, materials and industrial hardware distribution networks.
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