Sika Bitumen-60 SA: Cold-Applied Bitumen Coating for Foundations

Why is Sika Bitumen 60 the  Choice for Professionals?

A building’s foundation is its most critical asset. Sika Bitumen-60 is more than just a black paint; it’s a complete protection system engineered for durability and performance.

•  Superior Adhesion: It bonds tenaciously to concrete and masonry surfaces, creating a fully-bonded layer that won’t peel or blister over time.
•  Impermeable Barrier to Water & Salts: Its specialized formula provides an effective barrier against water ingress and chloride ion diffusion, protecting the concrete structure and steel reinforcement from corrosion.
• Easy & Safe Cold Application: No heating or special equipment is required. This product is ready to use straight from the container with a simple brush or roller, saving time and labor costs.
•  Global Swiss Quality: Manufactured by Sika, the worldwide leader in construction chemicals, ensuring you get a product that meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Primary Uses & Applications

This versatile product is ideal for:

• Waterproofing concrete foundations and footings.
• Protecting retaining walls and basement structures below ground.
• A damp-proof membrane for buried concrete surfaces.
• A protective coating for underground metal pipes and structures.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

For best results, follow these simple steps:

1. Surface Preparation: Ensure the surface is clean, dry, sound, and free from dust, dirt, oil, and any loose material.
2. First Coat: Apply a consistent first coat of Sika Bitumen-60 using a brush or roller and allow it to become tack-free (typically 4-6 hours, depending on ventilation).
3. Second Coat: Apply a second coat at a right angle to the first to ensure complete and seamless coverage.
4. Curing: Allow the final coat to cure for at least 24 hours before commencing backfilling operations.

Technical Specifications:

• Material: Modified Bituminous Emulsion.
• Coverage: A 25-liter pail covers approximately 25-30 m² per coat.
• Color: Black.
• Origin: Manufactured in Saudi Arabia with Swiss technology by Sika.