The Ultimate Guide to EIFS and ETICS: System Architecture, Additives, and Application
If you are involved in modern construction or building materials, you have likely encountered the terms EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finishing System) or ETICS


Water repellent (powder)
Water repellent (powder) is an efficient cement-based water repellent powder additive that is made of active silane. It has excellent dispersity in water. After reacting with cement hydration products, our hydrophobic products can improve the hydrophobicity of cement-based materials. It has a noticeable lotus leaf effect in the dry mortar and has good compatibility with other additives.
Dosage
After mixing thoroughly with dry-mix mortar, the mixture should be gently stirred with water (excessive stirring may cause bubbles). In accordance with different applications, our hydrophobic powder products are most effective between 0.1-0.5% (weight) of the total volume of the mortar.
Application
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Waterproofing mortar |
Plastering mortar |
Thermal insulating mortar |
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Decorative mortar |
Joint filler |
Self-leveling mortar |
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If you are involved in modern construction or building materials, you have likely encountered the terms EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finishing System) or ETICS