Microcement walls
Seamless walls with a hand-finished look, for feature walls, kitchens, bathrooms and commercial interiors. Which system to use, and how to prepare the wall.
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What a microcement wall is
Microcement walls are trowelled by hand in thin layers, about 2–3 mm in total, to make a seamless surface with no joints. In many refurbishments the finish can go straight over the existing wall once it’s prepared, without stripping it back.
The look can be smooth and contemporary or more textured, from soft natural tones to concrete and stone effects.
At a glance
- Thickness
- About 2–3 mm
- Goes over
- Plasterboard, cement board, render, concrete and tiles
- Use
- Feature walls, kitchens, bathrooms and commercial interiors
- Finish
- Smooth to textured, hand-finished
Which system for your walls
Politura
A natural mineral finish with subtle texture and depth, for living spaces, feature walls and kitchens. Not for showers or other areas that are constantly wet.
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ErreFast
A ready-to-use acrylic paste for cement and stone effects. Quick to apply, for walls that don’t get regular water.
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ErreLAB
Water resistant at every layer and very hard-wearing, for bathrooms, showers, hospitality and busy commercial walls.
View ErreLAB →Where microcement walls work
Preparing the wall
Microcement follows whatever’s underneath it, so preparation decides how well the finish lasts.
How to prepare a wall
- Check the wall is stable and sound. Weak or loose backgrounds need strengthening or replacing.
- Assess and repair any cracks, as they’ll show through the finish.
- Detail joints between different materials, and carry movement joints through.
- Prime with the right primer for the background. Ask us if you’re not sure.
Questions about microcement walls
Can it go over wall tiles?
ErreLAB can, if the tiles are well bonded and properly prepared. Politura can’t: the tiles need to come off first. See microcement over tiles.
Can it go in a shower?
Yes, with an ErreLAB resin system. Politura and ErreFast get their water resistance from the sealer, so they’re not for showers.
Can I have samples?
Yes. We post out finished samples and colour charts. Call us on 01472 240 340 or request a sample.
Planning microcement walls?
We’ll help you choose the system and colour, and talk you through preparing the background.