Product Description EVERBUILD POWDER MORTAR TONE are a range of powdered oxide pigments formulated to permanently  colour concrete, render, screeds, mortar etc. Benefits Permanently colours cement based products - light fast pigments will not fade. Improves workability/trowelability - contains a plasticizer. Chloride free (chloride ion content 0.1%). Reduces bleeding/segregation. Inhibits efflorescence. Areas For Use For colouring all cement containing products.             Limitations Do not use more than 8% on weight of cement. This will reduce strength of the mix. Always use same batches of cement and sand - this will avoid any colour differences showing through  in large areas e.g. external renders. Surface Preparation All surfaces must be clean and free forms dust and loose material Ensure the structure has sufficient mechanical strength. Walls should be wire-brushed and any old paint etc. removed.  All contaminants such as oil, grease, or any surface laitence must be removed to ensure adequate development of bond when the screed/render/mortar is applied. Application Add POWDER MORTAR TONE to the dry cement, sand and aggregate before adding any water. Mix well until colour is dispersed then add required liquids. Add at a rate up to 8% by weight of cement. Do not exceed this amount. The colour of the sand and cement will affect the colour achieved. Health & Safety Consult MSDS for full list of hazards. Storage Store at moderate temperatures. PROTECT FORM DAMP. Shelf Life 36 months from date of manufacture.