What You Need To Know About OSHA’S Respirable Silica Exposure Standard
There is a lot of confusion out there regarding the new OSHA respirable silica exposure standard, Omega wants to clarify how this new requirement will affect plastering contractors. In short, it does! Many plastering contractors believe they are exempt, but the reality is traditional plastering is a target of OSHA. Traditional plaster (cement-based stucco finish, three coat scratch and brown, and one coat) all are made from cement and silica sand, which have trace amounts of respirable silica. OSHA knows…
Crack Isolation System
Omega Products International’s Crack Isolation System is an effective method used to reduce the appearance of surface cracking in new and existing plaster systems. With stucco cracking continuing to be one of the most common complaints from building owners, Omega’s Crack Isolation System is a cost-effective way to improve customer satisfaction and reduce callbacks or repairs. It is also a great choice for repairing or refreshing an existing stucco building that has surface cracking.
Siena Dragon Skin & Fracture Shield
Siena Dragon Skin is a premium, ready-to-use waterproofing, and anti-fracture membrane, manufactured with a mixture of latex polymers and other proprietary additives to produce a high-quality elastomeric barrier. Dragon Skin is easily applied using a trowel, a roller, paintbrush, or a sprayer. Dragon Skin is a light purple color when wet, and changes to a dark purple color to indicate when it is dry. Dragon Skin bonds to most surfaces dry quickly and is ready to flood test in as little as 24 hours. Dragon Skin exceeds the requirements for ANSI A118.10 for waterproofing membranes and ANSI A118.12 for anti-fracture. It can be used in…
Efflorescence In Stucco
In the plastering industry, the word “efflorescence” refers to the crystalline deposit, usually white, that may develop on the surface of portland cement plaster walls. Efflorescence is the end result of water dissolving the salts that are naturally present within cement-based products. This salt solution migrates to the finished surface and a salt deposit remains after the water evaporates. Efflorescence often…
Stucco Cleaner
CONCENTRATED CLEANER FOR STUCCO WALLS AND SIMILAR PRODUCTS
From the leading manufacturer of stucco products, Omega Product’s Stucco Cleaner is designed to dissolve dirt and typical stains from stucco walls and similar products. It is a concentrated, water-based detergent that will penetrate the surface to help remove stains without damaging the finish. Regular cleaning of stucco walls will keep them looking new for many years.
Super Cement
PREMIUM ALL-PURPOSE PLASTERING CEMENT
Super Cement is a mixture of portland cement complying with ASTM C150 and proprietary ingredients that increase the workability and early strength of the product. Super Cement is an excellent alternative to plastic cement and meets or exceeds job site requirements for portland cement-based plaster. Super Cement is available either as fibered or non-fibered.
Travertino
Travertino is a cementitious interior/exterior finish manufactured with a mixture of various size aggregates designed to achieve a variety of sedimentary stone appearances, such as travertine, limestone, and sandstone. Travertino can create a pitted look like that of classic Tuscan stone or can be troweled/ground to achieve a smooth stone appearance. Designs can also…