FAQ

  • What is AK Wall Care Putty?

AK Wall Care Putty is a White Cement based powder the provides smooth and white finish to concrete/plastered surface, ideal for providing base coat for application of paints you desire.

  • Should one add water to putty or putty to water?

One should always add water to putty. Adding Putty to water may result in formation of small nodules or lumps.

  • What amount of water is required to be added to make a paste of AK Wall Care Putty?

One Part of Clean Water must be added to 3 Parts of Putty Powder to get paste of desired consistency.

  • What is the pot life AK Wall Care Putty?

The pot life AK Wall Care Putty is 2-2.5 hours after mixing.

  • How many coats of AK Wall Care Putty is required for excellent finish of surface?

Two coats of approx. thickness 0.5 mm of AK Wall Care Putty is required for smooth and brilliant white finish of surface.

  • What is the time gap between first and second coat of AK Wall Care Putty?

Apply second coat after 4 hours in cold season and after 12 hours in cold season. Ensure that the second coat is applied only after the first coat has completely dried.

  • Is curing required after application of AK Wall Care Putty ?

No curing is required after application of AK Wall Care Putty. However, after application, sprinkling of water over applied surface for 2 days will enhance the strength and adhesion of the cement particles.


  • How should the surface be prepared for AK Wall Care Putty application if the wall is showing signs of efflorescence / salt deposition?

If due to salty water or salt in sand / bricks, problem of efflorescence is observed then plastered surface should be treated with mild acid like citric acid before application of AK Wall Care Putty. Otherwise, wall putty will not stick to the wall and problem of flaking may arise. After 30 minutes of treating the surface with mild acid, surface should be washed thoroughly so that no acid remains on the wall. After drying properly, AK Wall Care Putty can be applied as normal. This treatment should be done under proper supervision.

  • What precautions should be taken during application of AK Wall Care Putty?

Ensure that surface is plastered or made with cementitious material. Ensure that surface is totally clean. Ensure that surface is moderately rough (Neither too-rough nor too-smooth). Ensure that surface is just wet. Over-wetting resulting in accumulation of water on surface should be avoided.