A_JOINT DECOFIX

A-JOINT® DECOFIX is a highly water-permeable, frost and UV-resistant 1-component special adhesive for bonding dust-free and dry decorative gravel and chippings. The result is a stable and visually appealing stone carpet. With the help of A-JOINT® DECOFIX, projects around the home can be realised. Whether light wells, garden paths, tree surrounds or other decorative surfaces. Loose stones are a thing of the past.

A-JOINT® DECOFIX beautifies your garden, keeps it looking tidy and makes maintenance work easier.

Carrara (8/12)

Law (8/16)

Mediterranean (8/16)

Properties

For layer thickness from 30 mm
UV and water resistant
Particularly suitable for light-coloured rocks
For grain sizes from 2/5 mm to 16/32 mm
Odourless
Colourfast

Processing instructions:

Preparing the site
The surface must be cleared of weeds, roots and loose debris to a depth of at least 30 mm. As a general rule, the layer thickness should be three times as high as the largest grain of the stone used. To avoid subsidence, we recommend a permanently water-permeable and load-bearing substrate in accordance with the subsequent load. Adjacent areas should be masked or covered to prevent soiling by the fresh binding agent. The additional laying of a weed fleece is recommended.

The stone used (2-32 mm) must be dust-free and completely dry.

If cleaning and drying is necessary, allow sufficient time before processing. Caution! Moisture in the mixture can significantly impair its strength. It is advisable to store the bottle in a warmer environment before processing. This makes emptying much easier.

Mixing:
Fill the chippings/gravel into a suitable mixing container. We recommend the use of a forced or free-fall mixer. Start the mixing process, open the bottle and add the contents of the bottle. Ensure that the bottle is completely empty. The entire mixing process should take at least 6 minutes until the stones are completely wetted with the binding agent.

Processing:
Pour the finished mixture onto the prepared surface and spread it with a clean shovel. Then level the surface to the same height using a levelling trowel. Now compact the surface with a smoothing trowel and level the surface at the same time. The better the surface is compacted, the longer it will last.

Follow-up treatment:
Protect the freshly laid surface from rain for at least 24 hours. We recommend using construction film or tarpaulins as rain protection. These must not be laid directly on the surface. At temperatures around 20°C, the surface can be walked on after 24 hours and driven on after 6 days. For surfaces subject to heavy traffic, please plan a construction height of at least 50 mm and limit the grain size to a maximum of 12 mm. A strength test is always recommended before use. Cleaning work (high-pressure cleaner max. 100 bar, min. 40 cm distance) may be carried out after 7 days at the earliest. If necessary, the top layer of stone can be additionally sealed. To do this, apply a thin layer of A-JOINT® DECOFIX to the clean and dry surface using a brush or paint roller (150 - 250 ml/m²).

Important

Synthetic resin film: A-JOINT® DECOFIX leaves a thin film of resin on the stone surface, which intensifies the colour of the stone used (wet-look effect) and protects it from soiling. The resin film usually disappears over time due to weathering and use of the surface. If in doubt, create a small test area. The synthetic resin film is not a design defect, as neither the quality nor the functionality of the surface is impaired.

Application notes: Only use A-JOINT® DECOFIX with a stable, load-bearing and permanently water-permeable substructure or a slope of at least 2%. Plan for expansion joints and ensure sufficient distance from plant stems (growth). We advise you to wear adequate protective clothing. Work shoes and tools must be free of dirt and should be cleaned with water after use.