Mortars

What are ESTonetex mortars?

ESTonetex mortars are thixotropic and thin-layer mortars of the ESTonetex System for theming, heritage restoration and decoration: they are applied vertically, carved, modeled or stamped with molds while still fresh, and there is a version for each condition of use. The range has 13 mortars, made in Spain and supplied in 25 kg bags or buckets.

Range of mortars

• ESTonetex TXT: moldable thixotropic mortar for carving and modeling artificial rock, stone, figures, facades and walls. From 1 to 20 cm thick, in several layers.
• ESTonetex Park: decorative mortar for large surfaces with excellent on-site productivity. Theme parks, tourist resorts and zoos. From 1 to 6 cm.
• ESTonetex Sulfo: sulfate-resistant mortar for pools, waterfalls, fountains and water parks in contact with salt and chlorinated water.
• ESTonetex Extreme: high-resistance mortar for continuous contact or immersion under chlorinated or salt water and severe climates. Aquariums and submerged rocks.
• ESTonetex Extreme SR-MR: the version for continuous contact or immersion in sea water and severe climates.
• ESTonetex Pavimento: one-component wearing-course mortar for themed pavements and decorative floors, with a non-slip finish by texture or stamping. From 1 to 2 cm.
• ESTonetex Forte: thin-layer mortar for decorative effects on EPS/XPS and low-adhesion surfaces; works as primer and finish. From 2 to 15 mm.
• ESTonetex Fibrax: high-adhesion super-fibered primer for EPS/XPS and mineral bases; it removes the need for fiberglass mesh. From 5 to 20 mm.
• ESTonetex Restaura: lime-based mortar for heritage restoration, compatible with natural stone and brick.
• ESTonetex TrabiCal: natural lime and gypsum mortar for fine-finish interior renders, with microcement, stucco or travertine effects. From 2 to 12 mm.
• ESTonetex Art Rock GR and ESTonetex Art Rock FI: black mortars; GR, moldable thixotropic for carving and stamping (1 to 20 cm), and FI, thin layer on EPS/XPS (2 to 15 mm).
• ESTonetex Texturest: colored single-coat render for smooth or textured facade finishes. From 8 to 30 mm, in several layers.

Frequently asked questions

What is a thixotropic mortar for theming?

It is a mortar that can be applied vertically and in large thicknesses without sagging, and that can be carved, modeled or stamped with molds while still fresh. It is used to reproduce rock, stone, brick or wood on facades, walls, artificial rock and waterfalls. ESTonetex TXT allows from 1 to 20 cm in several layers.

Which mortar is used in pools, waterfalls or aquariums?

For pools, waterfalls, fountains and water parks, ESTonetex Sulfo (sulfate-resistant, for salt and chlorinated water). For aquariums, submerged rocks and continuous contact or immersion, ESTonetex Extreme; and for sea water and severe climates, ESTonetex Extreme SR-MR.

Which mortar is applied over EPS or polystyrene?

ESTonetex Forte (thin layer of 2 to 15 mm on EPS/XPS, primer and finish), ESTonetex Fibrax (high-adhesion super-fibered primer that avoids fiberglass mesh) and ESTonetex Art Rock FI (thin layer on EPS/XPS).

Which mortar is used to restore heritage buildings?

ESTonetex Restaura: a lime-based mortar formulated to be compatible with natural stone and brick, indicated for heritage restoration and for vertical walls with damp problems.

Are ESTonetex mortars applied by hand or sprayed?

According to the catalog, all of them can be applied by hand and, except ESTonetex TrabiCal (manual application), also with a spray gun or machine. Check the data of each mortar; the Machines category lists the mortar and plaster spraying machines.