Add 4 – 5 (preferably 4.2) litres of water to a suitable clean mixing container. Mix thoroughly with a suitable mixer to a consistent creamy slurry. 

A 40kg bag of Tacktile Gypsum Skimming Plaster covers approximately 26m² at 3mm thick or approximately 12m² at 6mm thick.

A 10kg bucket covers approximately 6.5m² at  3mm thick and 3m² at 6mm thick. 

Tacktile Gypsum Skimming Plaster is suitable on bricks, plasterboard, ceilings and concrete and for indoor use only and should not be applied outdoors.

Let the sand cement surface dry, clean the surface, and kill suction if necessary by sprinkling water onto the surface. 

No, only for indoor use. 

Tacktile Gypsum Skimming Plaster begins to set within 50 minutes, allowing you to float the surface. It typically dries within an hour, depending on conditions like temperature and humidity.

Yes, once the plaster has dried, it provides a smooth, pure white surface that is ready for painting.

It is not required to use any bonding liquid before applying Tacktile Gypsum Skimming Plaster. 

You should wait until your skimmed wall is completely dry before painting. Typically, this takes at least 3 days under good conditions, but it may take up to a few weeks depending on the room’s humidity and temperature. The best indicator is to check if the wall has a uniform, light color. Darker patches indicate moisture is still present.

Key points to remember:

• Check for dryness: Ensure the plaster is fully dry before painting. No damp patches or darker areas should remain on the wall.
• Mist coat: Once dry, apply a mist coat, a diluted paint mixture, to help the paint adhere properly.
• Temperature and humidity: Warmer temperatures and lower humidity speeds up the drying process.
• Potential issues: Avoid painting on wet plaster, as it can lead to peeling and cracking paint over time.