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Pinholes, blisters, poor adhesion or a chipped finish are just some of the defects which can occur where an acrylic primer hasn’t been used with a screed or adhesive surface. These defects are caused because, without an effective acrylic primer…
Read moreSimply put, the benefits of including acrylic coatings for concrete directly address all the negatives that could happen if you don’t apply it, such as: Moisture damage Increased wear and tear Staining So, if you’re looking to improve the durability,…
Read moreThe construction industry has long relied on lithium carbonate for its role in rapid setting products, a critical factor in the production of materials such as tile adhesive, grout, and self-levelling compounds. However, recent spikes in lithium prices have created…
Read moreIn recent years lithium carbonate has fluctuated in price, with soaring costs in 2021/2022 and then stabilising in Q2 of 2023. The cost of lithium carbonate can be impacted by numerous factors, including the demand for electric vehicles, production capacity…
Read moreAfter more than quadrupling in value last year, lithium carbonate continues to soar in 2022. i.News reported that according to S&P Global the going rate for a megatonne of lithium carbonate is now $71,000 (£58,800), it said, up from $32,000…
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