Italian Surface Finishes · UK

I‑BETON PLUS — Technical Data Sheet

Multi‑layer Italian microcement system for continuous concrete‑reading floors, stairs and walls. The concrete sister‑system to E‑VOLUTION PLUS, designed for architectural surfaces rather than thin grey coatings.

Italian microcement Concrete floors & stairs System build

BODY FIRST · CONCRETE READING SECOND · RESIN–MINERAL STRUCTURE · POLYURETHANE TOP COATS

Key specifications

I‑BETON PLUS is a resin–mineral system for continuous concrete‑reading floors, stairs and walls, developed in Italy and implemented in the UK by Italian Surface Finishes as part of its Italian Microcement offering.

Unlike thin “microcement paint” kits that rely on a single decorative coat and sealer, I‑BETON PLUS is designed as a multi‑layer body with defined performance around underfloor heating, movement joints, thresholds, traffic classes and cleaning regimes.

System type	Resin–mineral decorative system for interior concrete‑style floors, stairs and walls.
Role in ISF Framework	Italian Microcement system for dry and splash‑zone floors and stairs, working alongside Waterproof Artistic Walls (E‑VOLUTION PLUS) in wet areas.
Composition	Substrate‑specific primers, Meteore 14 base coats, optional reinforcement, pore‑sealing layers and two‑component polyurethane top coats.
Typical thickness	Thin‑build, multi‑millimetre system; exact build depends on levelling requirements, exposure and design brief.
Appearance	Continuous “cast concrete” surface with controllable movement and sheen, from quiet matt floors to more expressive architectural finishes.
Main uses	Residential and light‑commercial floors, stair flights, landings and walls where a monolithic concrete reading is required without pouring new concrete.

Performance characteristics (adhesion, abrasion, chemical resistance, etc.) must be taken from individual component data sheets and any project‑specific specification issued by Italian Surface Finishes.

System components — I‑BETON PLUS cycle

Primers	Primers and adhesion promoters selected for screeds, concrete slabs, tiled floors and board build‑ups, including consolidating and moisture‑related primers where required.
Meteore 14 base coats	Meteore 14 (grosso / medio) applied in one or more passes to form the concrete body, refine the plane and establish the movement profile.
Reinforcement	Fibreglass mesh or other reinforcement installed in critical zones — stair nosings, edges, thresholds, changes in substrate and areas of anticipated stress.
Pore sealer	Dedicated pore‑sealing products used to close surface porosity and create a uniform, controllable absorbency before polyurethane finishing.
Top coats	Two‑component polyurethane finishes (for example AR60 / AR70) chosen for traffic level, slip requirements, sheen and cleaning regime.

Exact products and coat numbers are project‑specific and may vary between zones (e.g. living areas, kitchens, staircases, hospitality spaces).

Compatible substrates

I‑BETON PLUS can be applied to most stable, load‑bearing substrates when correctly designed and prepared:

Cementitious screeds and concrete slabs — suitably cured, dimensionally stable, level and free from rising damp.
Existing ceramic / porcelain tiles — firmly bonded, without hollow or loose tiles, after mechanical preparation and management of joints and lippage.
Cement boards and appropriate plasterboards — for wall and stair stringer cladding, installed and jointed to manufacturer guidance.
Traditional plasters and renders — stable, dry and suitable for receiving a resin–mineral coating system.

Structural design, crack control, movement joint layout and moisture management are the responsibility of the project design team. Italian Surface Finishes defines the Italian Microcement system build on top of that structure.

Example build‑ups (summary)

A. Residential floor — heated screed

Survey, moisture testing, crack treatment and levelling where needed.
Primer / adhesion promoter suitable for heated screeds.
Meteore 14 base coats to required thickness, with reinforcement in planned stress zones if specified.
Pore sealing to close porosity and even out absorbency.
Polyurethane top coats selected for domestic use and agreed sheen.

B. Stair flight & landing over board build‑up

Check carcass, boards and nosings for structure, fixings and overall geometry.
Primers appropriate for boards and joint treatment.
Meteore 14 base coats, with mesh reinforcement at nosings and edges as specified.
Pore sealing to refine the reading across treads and risers.
Polyurethane finishing tuned for slip resistance and wear.

Full build‑ups, including coat numbers, mesh locations and specific products, are always given in the project specification and may differ from the outline examples above.

Drying & curing

Follow the minimum and maximum recoat intervals for each component as given in the relevant TDS.
Allow for environmental conditions: low temperatures and high humidity will extend drying and curing times.
Respect stated walk‑on and light‑use times before allowing heavier traffic or point loads.
Full mechanical and chemical resistance is only achieved after complete curing of the polyurethane finishes.
Newly completed surfaces must be protected from standing water, impact, sharp edges and aggressive cleaning products until fully cured.

In commercial or hospitality settings, Italian Surface Finishes will typically provide project‑specific guidance on phasing, protection, and the timetable for bringing floors and stairs into full use.

Maintenance, cleaning & health / safety

Maintenance & cleaning

Carry out regular dry cleaning (vacuum or soft broom) to remove grit that can act abrasively.
Mop with soft mops and neutral detergents; rinse thoroughly to avoid detergent film build‑up.
Avoid harsh alkaline cleaners, solvent strippers, scouring powders and abrasive pads unless specifically approved.
In high‑traffic zones, planned inspections and potential re‑topcoating can be part of a maintenance strategy.

Health, safety & environment

Read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for every component before use.
Use appropriate PPE (gloves, eye and respiratory protection where indicated) and ensure adequate ventilation.
Store products in their original containers, closed, within the specified temperature range; protect from frost and direct heat.
Dispose of waste and wash water in line with UK environmental regulations; do not discharge into surface water or drains.

Framework summary. I‑BETON PLUS is the Italian Microcement system that allows Italian Surface Finishes to deliver continuous concrete‑reading floors, stairs and walls with the same level of technical control that E‑VOLUTION PLUS brings to wet‑area surfaces in Waterproof Artistic Walls.