EST-Mineral Pigment Black 51

Applications

•  Concrete for decorative pavements

•  Cement or mortar for stone or brick pointing

•  Plaster, microcement or lime mortars for decorative coatings

Technical specifications

Black pigment with high tinting strength and total stability both indoors and outdoors. It can be mixed with cement by the dry or wet method, in the appropriate dosage according to the desired result. Full technical documentation is in the technical data sheet downloadable above.

How is it applied?

Add the pigment to the mixing water before pouring in the cement or aggregates, so that the colour is homogeneous and lump-free. In materials that already come premixed, pour in the pigment and mix it well. The dosage depends on the tone of the materials used on site and the tone you want to achieve.

Compatibility

•  Cement (white and grey), mortar and concrete: it is mixed by the dry or wet method; standard dosage of 2-3% with white cement, 4-5% with grey cement

•  Plaster, microcement and lime mortars: it can be used to tint the mass in decorative coatings

•  EST-Decor: mineral powder patinas applied onto still-fresh mortar to create decorative effects with textures; they complement the pigment, which tints the whole mass

•  EST-Monocrom Color and EST-Multipol Color: glazes for mineral bases that pigment from the surface, instead of being mixed into the mass

Observations

Carry out colour and drying tests to obtain the desired final tone. Use a simple reference measure to avoid different shades in the mix. Wear gloves, goggles and a mask; do not ingest or inhale. Neither the product nor its transport is classified as hazardous under EC regulations. Professional product: always consult the safety data sheet before use.

Storage

Store indoors, dry and protected from humidity, in the original closed container, for a maximum of 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Complementary materials

•  Other EST-Mineral Pigment colours: Yellow 170, Brown 45, Green 60, Red 3130, White 00. A colour chart is available on request through the contact form

•  EST-Decor: mineral powder patinas to apply onto fresh mortar and create decorative effects with textures

•  EST-Monocrom Color and EST-Multipol Color: glazes for pigmenting mineral bases (see also the Pigmentation category)

Frequently asked questions

What is EST-Mineral Pigment Black 51 used for?
To tint cement, mortar, concrete, plaster, microcement or lime mortars in the mass in construction, masonry or decoration work.

What dosage is recommended?
2-3% with white cement, 4-5% with grey cement, depending on the tone you want to achieve.

When is the pigment added to the mix?
At the start of mixing, in the water before pouring in the cement or aggregates, to avoid lumps and achieve a homogeneous colour.

Can it be used outdoors?
Yes. According to its technical data sheet, the product has total stability both indoors and outdoors.

Which containers and references does it come in?
It comes as a powder, in plastic containers of 1 kg (REF 1122), 5 kg (REF 1123) and 10 kg (REF 1124).

How does EST-Mineral Pigment Black 51 differ from EST-Decor?
EST-Mineral Pigment is a pure mineral powder pigment for tinting mortar and concrete: it must be mixed in when the mortar is blended with water to achieve a homogeneous colour. EST-Decor are mineral powder patinas applied onto still-fresh mortar to create decorative effects with textures.

And compared with glazes such as EST-Monocrom Color or EST-Multipol Color?
The pigment is mixed into the mass of the cement, mortar or concrete and tints it throughout. EST-Monocrom Color and EST-Multipol Color are glazes applied onto mineral bases to pigment them from the surface (see the Pigmentation category).

Which other colours does the range have and how can I see the colour chart?
The EST-Mineral Pigment range has 6 colours: Yellow 170, Brown 45, Black 51, Green 60, Red 3130 and White 00. The colour chart is requested through the contact form.

How long can EST-Mineral Pigment Black 51 be stored?
24 months from the date of manufacture, in the original closed container, covered and in a dry place. Expired product must be disposed of in accordance with current legislation.