Keim Ecosil-ME is a High performance, environmentally friendly mineral paint developed for indoor use. Ecosil-ME is the only paint that uses the MiNox effect to optimise air quality. The photo-catalytic pigments in the paint reduce noxious gases and odours by transforming them into natural substances.
Keim Ecosil-ME is waterbased, virtually VOC free, solvent free, non allergenic, breathable and odourless. A great paint for you and the environment.
The microcrystalline structure of Ecosil-ME provides a high light reflectance surface, appearing bright and vibrant, it is non flammable and resistant to mould and fungus.
Colours
Online colour card - colours 9033-9294 (opens in new tab)
Online colour card - colours 9295-9595 (opens in new tab)
Colours on screen may vary from actual colour and for use as a guide, please order a colour card and preferably a sample pot to ensure colour is correct.
Key Features and Benefits:
Neutralises noxious gases and pollutants - Wet abrasion resistance, class 1
- Breathable and anti-condensation
- Resistant to mould and fungi
- Non-flammable
- Suitable for people with allergies
- Cradle to Cradle Certified SILVER
- Environmentally friendly, ISO14001
- Lightfast mineral matt appearance
- Water based, solvent and virtually VOC free
- Odourless
- Increases light reflectivity
- Economical
Application
General Preparation Considerations for all Surfaces
The key to optimum performance with Keim products is preparation prior to decoration.
- Remove flaking and unstable material back to a sound edge.
- Check that any remaining coatings are stable and feather the edges with sand paper.
- Flat down any shiny surfaces with sandpaper to create a good key
- Remove any Mould and Fungal growth and treat the affected area with Keim Algicid.
- Cracks should be repaired with Keim Dolomitspachtel filler.
- Ensure air and surface temperatures are between 5-30ºC
Any new/repaired areas must be allowed to dry out for a minimum period of 15 days prior to the application of Keim Mineral Paints.
Clean all surfaces with clean cold water to remove dirt, dust and contaminants. Leave surfaces to dry naturally.
Please note: Consumption rates are offered for guideline purposes only. For more accurate measures, site trials should be conducted.
Unpainted Lime Plaster
Follow the general preparation guidelines.
Specific considerations for lime plaster.
Any newly lime plastered/repaired areas must be allowed to dry out for a minimum period of 28 days and to have carbonated to a minimum depth of 2.5mm prior to application of Keim Mineral Paints. Please note that this is a minimum requirement, and in extreme cases (for example pure lime putty renders) the time required may be significantly longer.
Application
Apply a coat of Keim Granital Dilution to reduce porosity. Leave a minimum period of 12 hours before further decoration.
Apply 2 coats of Keim Ecosil-ME by brush or roller, working well into all surfaces. Leave a minimum of 12 hours between coats.
Typical consumption rates for a smooth lime plaster surface.
First Coat (new/repaired areas only)
Keim Granital Dilution 0.15 lt per square metre
Second & Third Coat
Keim Ecosil-ME 0.3 lt per square metre for two coats
Unpainted Brick/Block Surfaces
Follow the general preparation guidelines.
Any cracks should be repaired with Keim Dolomitspachtel filler
Application
Treat any porous surfaces with a coat of Keim Granital Dilution allow 12 hours before further decoration.
Apply 2 coats of Keim Ecosil-ME by brush or roller, working well into all surfaces. Leave a minimum of 12 hours between coats.
Typical consumption rates for previously painted surface (smooth)
Keim Granital Dilution 0.15 lt per square metre (If required).
Keim Ecosil-ME 0.5 lt per square metre for 2 coats
Plasterboard
Follow the general preparation guidelines.
Specific considerations for plaster board.
Any cracks or where there is a need to equalise the surface should be filled using Keim Dolomitspachtel, a ready to use silicate mineral filler, brush or trowel applied to a pre-wetted surface and dressed back to the required level.
Any newly repaired areas must be allowed to dry out for a minimum period of 15 days prior to the application of Keim Mineral Paints.
Application
We recommend a first coat of Keim Ecosil Grund, followed by a coat of Keim Ecosil-ME by brush or roller, working well into all surfaces, leaving a minimum of 5 hours between coats.
Typical consumption rates for a smooth lime plaster surface.
First Coat
Keim Ecosil Grund 0.2 lt per square metre
Second Coat
Keim Ecosil-ME 0.15 lt per square metre
Downloads:
Keim Ecosil-ME Brochure
Keim Ecosil-ME Technical Data Sheet
Keim Ecosil-ME Safety Data Sheet
Cradle to Cradle Certification
Cradle to Cradle Certified® is the world’s most advanced, science-based standard for designing and making products today that enable a healthy, equitable, and sustainable tomorrow. Independent third parties examine and assess the substances contained in all products.
Cradle to Cradle Certified® sees materials as substances that are made available to new processes after use. All substances contained in the products must therefore be assessed scientifically for circularity.
All interior paints by KEIM have been awarded the Cradle to Cradle Certified® certificate in SILVER. In the areas of material health, water management and social fairness, the products achieved gold certification (the overall certification result is based on the lowest rated criterion).
