What is batching?
The process of measuring ingredients or materials to prepare a mix is known as “batching”.
Batching can be done by two methods, volume batching and weight batching.
We recommend weight batching.
So in terms of the ingredients, you don’t have to worry about too many, just powder, dye and liquid.
Step 1 – Resin/Dye-blend
If you have dye included with your microcement it is IMPORTANT to add the dye at this stage (to the resin). This will ensure that when you carve off a portion of the resin it has the correct amount of pigment in it.
Add the full pack of dye to the full pack of resin for each coat. Now mix the dye and the resin together.
Step 2 – Weight Batching
For this step you will need scales to accurately measure the liquid and powder.
In this example we’re going to assume you’re going to measure out 3 batches.
So take your scales, weigh ALL of the powder. Divide that weight by 3 and then weigh that amount out into a separate container. That’s batch 1 done. Now do the same again for batch 2. Then what's left in the original container will be batch 3.
Now do exactly the same for the liquid Microcement Resin! Simple. A word of caution though. If you've let the resin and dye sit for a while before batching, give it another quick mix so that you don't have any concentration of dye sat at the bottom of the resin.
Now on occasion you will need to add a little extra liquid. For this you can add a touch of the diluted primer should you need it.
And finally remember, smooth yoghurty consistency – that will make a perfect microcement.
For a full description refer to this document.
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