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NOVA Master Finish
NOVA Master Finish
NOVA Master Finish is a gypsum finish plaster that provides a smooth, inert and high-quality surface to internal walls and ceilings, as well as a durable base for applying decorative finishes.
Features & Benefits
- Easy to mix and apply
- Provides a smooth, durable matt finish
- Suitable for low, medium and medium-high suction backgrounds
- Delivers a smooth, high-quality finish to internal walls and ceilings
- Supports consistent finishing performance across larger areas
- Suitable as a durable base for decorative finishes
Benefits
- High value utilization
- Excellent strength after drying
- Direct and easy application
- Great bonding
- Light weight
Technical Data
Applications
Technical Data
| Parameters | Specifications |
| Wall application thickness | 2 mm |
| Ceiling application thickness | 2 mm |
| Working time | Max. 40 minutes |
| Set time (Finishing Time) | Min. 100 minutes |
| Water required | 11.5 to 12.0 litres per 25 kg bag |
| Coverage | 10 m²/25 kg bag at 2 mm |
| Reaction to fire | Class A1 |
| Bond strength | ≥ 0.3 MPa |
| Shelf life | 12 months (if stored correctly) |
| COMPLIANCE and QUALITY |
| CE marked |
| Conforms to EN 13279-1:2008, Type B1/20/2 |
| AVCP System 4 |
| Manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system |
| For performance details, refer to the Declaration of Performance (DoP) |
Applications
SUITABLE SUBSTRATES
- To finish low suction backgrounds such as plasterboard, flat concrete, and other flat surfaces treated with bonding agents
- Also suitable for medium-high suction gypsum or cement-based undercoat plasters
- The background must be clean, dry, and free from dust, oil, and loose material
- Ensure all boards are fixed in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines
Plasterboards
- Apply only on the face side (non-tapered edges without paper overlap)
- Reinforce all joints with Joint Tape
- Pre-fill wider gaps (> 3 mm) before reinforcing
Gypsum Undercoat Plasters
- Surface must be reasonably flat with a good scratch key
- Apply finish when the undercoat is set but not fully dry
Cement-based Undercoats
- Must be completely dried to avoid shrinkage cracks
- Provide a stronger scratch key than gypsum undercoats
- Allow longer drying times, as shrinkage may appear over days or weeks
Concrete Surfaces
- Low-suction backgrounds must be pre-treated with suitable bonding agents
- Gradually add NOVA Master Finish to 11.5–12 litres of clean water per 25 kg bag using clean mixing equipment
- Mix by hand or with a mechanical mixer at slow speed and high torque
- Mix until lumps disperse—avoid over-mixing, as this may reduce workability and strength
Coat 1 – Base Layer
- Apply first coat firmly to spread evenly
- Level the surface using consistent trowel pressure
- Allow the plaster to stiffen slightly before applying the second coat
Coat 2 – Finishing Layer
- Apply a thin second coat to achieve a total thickness of 2 mm
- Begin trowelling as plaster starts to firm up
- Achieve a smooth matt finish by repeated trowelling with clean water as needed
- The product should be stored in a cool, dry place and should be used within 12 months of the date of manufacture
- Do not apply on frozen surfaces
- Protect freshly applied plaster from rapid drying in hot or windy conditions
- Do not expose the set plaster to temperatures above 49°C
- Ensure proper substrate compatibility before application
- Keep out of reach of children
