Coral Decora Marble Effect in Light Tone (Branco Gatinho)
Decorative marble finish with Paredes HD Technology for high-definition texture. See the application steps for this light-tone shade.
Coral Decora Efeitos Especiais Mármore is a decorative textured finish inspired by natural marble stone, built on Paredes HD Technology for livelier colors and high-definition texture. In its light-tone shade (Branco Gatinho), the effect reads softer than in dark tones, since lighter colors favor the effect and shine less than darker ones.
Characteristics
- Luxurious effect
- Livelier colors
- Ready to use, no dilution required
- Indicated for interior masonry, concrete and plaster walls, plus covered exterior areas
Technical data
Composition: modified acrylic resin, inert pigments, coalescents, aliphatic hydrocarbons, surfactants, thickeners, aqueous ammonia solution, biocides and water. Solids by volume 37.20% to 39.90%; specific gravity 1.312 to 1.372 g/cm³; VOC 19.43 g/L; flash point not applicable. Viscosity is paste-like, with a 7 to 8 cm spread consistency.
Available only in the tintometric system, no ready-mix colors; shelf life of up to 6 months from the date of tinting.
How to create the effect
Apply 1 to 2 coats of a premium acrylic paint in the same or a similar color as a base coat (Decora Matte Fosco is the suggested option). With a rounded-corner stainless steel trowel, apply a thin, even layer of the product and wait 4 hours. Then apply small amounts in random, irregular movements to build the marble pattern, letting it dry; repeat for a more pronounced effect. Finish by holding the trowel at an angle of 45 degrees or less, pressing and sliding repeatedly over the same spot (lamination) until reaching the desired shine. For extra shine, apply carnauba wax with a soft cloth in circular movements.
Touch-dry in 1 hour, between coats in 4 hours, full cure in 24 hours. Estimated coverage of 9 m² finished per container.
Surface preparation
Sand and remove dust with a damp cloth on good-condition surfaces; apply a wall primer on plaster or concrete; on new render, wait 30 days and apply an acrylic sealer, or use a wall primer if waiting is not possible; wash mold with a water and bleach solution in equal parts, wait 6 hours, rinse and dry completely.
Maintenance
Clean with a soft damp cloth or neutral detergent, using gentle movements. Avoid contact with water for the first 28 days after application.
Technical specification
| Field | Specification |
|---|---|
| Line | Coral Decora Efeitos Especiais Mármore |
| Tone | Light (Branco Gatinho) |
| Tool | Rounded-corner stainless steel trowel |
| Coats | 2 to 3, depending on color |
| Full cure | 24 hours |
| Coverage | 9 m² finished per container (estimated) |
| Availability | Tintometric system only |
FAQ
Does a light tone give the same marble effect as a dark tone?
Not exactly. Darker colors favor the effect and the shine more than lighter ones.
Do I need a base coat before the marble effect?
Yes, the recommendation is 1 to 2 coats of a premium acrylic paint in the same or similar color first, to improve yield and ease of application.
What tool is used to create the marble effect?
A rounded-corner stainless steel trowel. Square-corner tools can scratch the surface and compromise the final effect.
How long is the full cure time?
24 hours, with touch-dry at 1 hour and 4 hours between coats.
Can I clean the wall right after applying the effect?
Not recommended. Avoid contact with water for the first 28 days after application.
Does this product need dilution?
No, it is ready to use, with no dilution required.
What is the estimated coverage per container?
9 m² finished, which can vary depending on surface type and desired effect.
Is this color available ready-mixed?
No. It is only offered in the tintometric system, with a shelf life of up to 6 months from the tinting date.