Fabrik 160

• To reinforce smoothing screeds on mineral and timber substrates such as concrete,  cementitious screeds, plaster and water-resistant cement board, well bonded ceramic tiles,  OSB, P5 chipboard, plywood, MDF, timber floorboards and a wide range of insulation  materials 

• When embedded in underlays, Fabrik 160 will reduce the risk of crack propagation caused by  movement in the substrate and improve the impact resistance of finishes.

• Mechanically prepare substrate to ensure the optimal performance of the adhesive material  used to bond the fabric; follow the resin/mortar coating manufacturers recommendations  regarding substrate moisture content & temperature, minimum & maximum ambient  application temperatures, atmospheric humidity, and dew point consideration.  

• Ensure floors are vacuumed to remove any debris which can cause the fabric to “tent” and  that walls are sufficiently flat to ensure the material will sit within the thickness of the resin  or mortar coating.  

• Assess the substrate porosity. Porous substrates may require the application of an initial coat  of primer to seal the substrate. This is particularly relevant when applying material more  porous sand/cement screeds but may be necessary on other mineral or timber substrates.  

The method of application is dependent upon whether the fabric is used to reinforce a smoothing or  mortar screed.

• Smoothing screed  

When reinforcing smoothing screeds, loose lay the Fabrik 160 on the mechanically prepared and  primed floor and, pour or pump apply the smoothing screed over the top. Note: a minimum application thickness of 12mm of smoothing screed is recommended to fully encapsulate the fabric. 

• Mortar Screed  

When reinforcing screed mortars, apply approximately half the thickness of the screed and lay the  Fabrik 160 onto the screed and top up to the required height before ruling, compacting, and floating.

If the surface of the system is to be polished or burnished, it is important to provide sufficient mortar  coverage to ensure the fabric patten does not show through in the finish.

All movement joints in the substrate should be brought through the finished surface. Re-form once  fully cured using a diamond saw and seal using a suitable joint sealant.

Store on ends, on pallets, in dry conditions out of sunlight in original unopened packaging.

Gloves should be worn when using this fabric. It is of primary importance that the health and safety  precautions recommended by the manufacturer of the adhesive material are observed, specifically  with regard to the required PPE for skin, eye and lung protection.