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How to Apply Mas Maya Coating

At Mas Maya, we believe that creating beautiful, breathable spaces should be accessible to everyone. Whether you're a professional installer or a passionate DIY renovator, applying Mas Maya Coating is a rewarding process that brings a natural, timeless texture to any environment.

Our versatile coating can be applied to a wide range of surfaces, including plaster, brick, tile, wood, and more. It’s designed for both indoor and outdoor areas—perfect for walls, floors, ceilings, facades, bathrooms, and even swimming pools. With just a few carefully guided steps, you can transform your space into something truly unique, durable, and calming.

What You'll Need

Mas Maya Coating
Mas Maya Primer
Mas Maya Mesh essential for tiles, wood, or uneven/crumbling surfaces)
Mas Maya Presealer (optional, but required before applying Mas Maya Sealer)
Mas Maya Sealer (optional, recommend for floors or areas prone to stains) or Mas Maya Heavy-Duty Sealer (optional, but recommended for bathrooms; essential for wash basins, shower floors, bathtubs, and other high-use areas exposed to constant water contact).
Steel Trowels (various sizes)
Fine-Grit Sandpaper (200–400 grit) or Orbital Sander
Clean Buckets and Sponges
Painter’s Tape
Spray Bottle with Water

Installation Guide

1. Surface Preparation

Repair imperfections: Fill any cracks, gaps, or holes and smooth the surface, including
filling grout lines between tiles. Ensure the surface is flat and smooth before moving
on.
For Wet Areas: In areas regularly exposed to water (e.g. showers and bathtubs etc.) ensure that the waterproof membrane is intact before applying Mas Maya Coating.
Apply Primer: Use Mas Maya Primer to improve adhesion.
Apply Mesh: If applying to floors, tiles, wood, plastic or crumbling surfaces, lay Mas Maya Mesh on top of the Primer. Allow 30 minutes to partly dry.

2. Mix the Mas Maya Coating

Optional Pigment: If adding colour pigment, mix it evenly into the water before combining with the coating powder.
Mix Water and Coating: Add 1/3 liter of clean water for every kilogram of Mas Maya Coating powder.
Mixing Process: Stir the mixture by hand or with a mechanical drill until smooth and consistent, resembling yogurt. Allow the mixture to rest for 15 minutes, then give it a final stir.

3. Application Process

First Layer:

Trowel Application: Use a steel trowel to apply a thin layer (~2 mm) across the surface, holding the trowel at a shallow angle (15-30°).
Mesh: If applying on top of Mas Maya Mesh (e.g. for Floors or Tiles), ensure the first layer completely covers the Mesh.

Second Layer:

Drying Time: Allow the first layer to dry until it is set but still slightly damp to the touch. This typically takes a few hours, depending on the climate.
Optional Water Mist: Lightly mist the surface with water to extend working time if needed.
Trowel Application: Apply the second coat with slightly overlapping strokes at different angles for a more organic finish.

Burnishing:

When to Burnish: Begin burnishing when the second coat is partially dry but still pliable.
Process: Lightly spray the material with water and rework it while applying pressure using a clean trowel. This will help create a smooth, polished finish.
Final Drying: Allow the material to dry overnight.

4. Finishing

Sanding: Use an orbital sander or fine-grit sandpaper (around 200 grain) to smooth and polish the surface.
Cleaning: Wipe down the surface to remove any dust.
Apply Presealer: Use two coats of Mas Maya Presealer, waiting 4 hours between coats.
Apply Sealer: After 12 hours, apply two coats of Mas Maya Sealer with a short-hair roller.
Apply Heavy-Duty Sealer (Optional): For maximum durability in bathrooms, especially on high-use areas like wash basins, shower floors, and bathtubs, apply an additional two coats of Mas Maya Heavy-Duty Sealer.