Floor Care Made Easy With Chimiver

The different kinds of floors have their various requirements when installing, cleaning and repairing them. From wooden flooring, ceramics tile installations, to natural stoneware and cement, taking care of them entails getting the products that will deliver on their mandate without putting the material itself at risk. CHIMIVER is here to help you actualise that.

The Brand Behind It

One of the main factors made when selecting floor maintenance solution is the brand itself. What is its track record? How long has it been in business, and what do the users of their products have to say about it? With Chimiver’s rich history, you’ll be dealing with a brand that has made a solid name for itself, and is trusted by professional floor are companies and everyday DIYers at home.

The company was launched in 1965 by Mr. Giovanni Panseri and Franca, his wife in Pontida, Italy. It all started in a small lab in this commune in the Bergamo Province, and over the decades that followed it has become a leading name in the floor care industry. It has a wide range of products used for the different stages, from treating new installations, to day-to-day care of the floors. This includes wooden installations, resin structures – both indoors and outdoors, and even maintaining synthetic grass turf.

Going heavy in its R&D has enabled the business to diversify its product lines, catering to unique consumer needs – as we will see shortly. Milestones like being the first company in Italy to introduce an MS technology glue into the market in 2006 (UNISIL), obtaining the ISO 9001 certification 2015, developing a product line dedicated for cleaning synthetic grass in 2016, all through to the production of improved LED photo-curing finishings in 2022 – they show the continued research and development of by the company to meet consumer needs and environmental sustainability.

So high is the demand for Chimiver products that the brand is now available in 60 countries spread across the different continents. It continues to play a role in environmental preservation and implementing sustainable practices in its production processes, and has aligned its targets with the UN Agenda 2030 objectives. It’s well on course to decarbonization in tandem with the European Union’s goals of slashing greenhouse gas emissions by 2023 and getting to climate neutrality by 2050, and the entire business is set with the Carbon Footprint ISO 14064: 2018 standards. This takes into account the entire production and sales process, from the raw materials used and employees handling the production, suppliers and logistics involved, to handling the customer needs. Some of its products are already part of the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), where they are taken through a life cycle assessment study to assess their environmental impacts. Such processes enable the formulations to be modified to minimise the impact as much as possible while still delivering the desired results in floor protection and maintenance. Even the packaging itself is done sustainably, where the brand has shifted from relying on virgin raw material, to now using recycled raw materials that have been certified as Second Life Plastic. This saw Chimiver’s packaging win in different categories of the ECOPACK – Call for Ecodesign in 2021 and 2020. The brand is also voluntarily publishing its Sustainability Report in 2023, despite there being no such reporting obligations. By turning to floor care products from Chimiver, you can rest assured that you’re partnering with a business that is committed to sustainable practices.

Formulations For Professional Floor Treatment And Maintenance Contractors

Wooden floor Installation And Daily Care

The longevity of your wood floors is determined right from the installation stage. The floor boards need to be properly acclimated to the end-use environment, the expansion joints to be well provided for in order to prevent cases of the wood buckling in the middle due to seasonal changes in temperature and humidity, and the structure itself neds to be firmly set onto the subfloor.

With CHIMIVER, there are different formulations geared to ensuring that the installation goes smoothly. One of these is the ADESIVER 501 EP (A+B), which is an epoxy-polyurethane adhesive that one uses to glue the wooden flooring onto subfloors, both normal concrete and water proof concrete. You can also use it to set the wood floor onto the ceramics, palladian, marble, tiles and other kinds of floors – as long as they are non-absorbent. With this formulation, you won’t need to pre-lay the wood joists. The two-component adhesive has obtained the “HARD-ELASTIC” classification in line with ISO 17178 standards, and it is a solvent-free product.

The CHIMIVER ADESIVER HERCULES (A+B) on the other hand has the “ELASTIC” classification under ISO 17178, and is particularly popular for being a hypoallergenic and fire-retardant adhesive. You can use it to glue wooden floors – both pre-finished and pre-calibred, without the need to set a wood lath bed. The formulation is solvent-free, and can also be used to glue wood, ceramics and stoneware onto metal base or even tiles onto chipboards or asbestos cement. The ADESIVER product line also includes the ULTRA V formulation which is used to fix up wood blocks which were not properly glued together, or the adhesive has worn off, the single-component ADESIVER ELASTIC developed with silane-terminated prepolymer, and the self-expanding ADESIVER RMP that is used to make repairs.

When it comes to cleaning, you have plenty to choose from. Take the Chimiver VERULEX Cleaner Star, for instance. It has been developed for lacquered wood floors, but is also versatile enough to be used on marble surfaces, linoleum and PVC installations. This intensive cleaner breads down the dirt on these surfaces, including black heel marks that are ruining the appearance of the floor. It gets the cleaning done without leaving behind any halos, and since it is a natural agent it will get the task done without posing risks to those in the premises. You can even use it around pets. For the application process, follow these steps:

Start by diluting the product. The dilution ratios you will use will depend on the level of soiling that you’re dealing with. For the normal cleaning, simply mix 13 capfuls of product in 1L of water. For heavily soiled areas, double the amount, mixing 6 capfuls of product with 1L of water.
Proceed to mop the floor as usual with the prepared solution. It’s recommended that you use the Alfred Spray mop for the task, also from same brand.
Allow the floor to dry.

The Chimiver VERULEX Cleaner Star comes in different sies for you to go with the unit that meets your floor cleaning needs. You can get in in the 1L packaging, or the larger 10L and 25L options. The eco-friendly nature of the brand can also be seen with this product, which is 90% biodegradable.

For the very troublesome sections, you can go ahead and use the Chimiver VERULEX Cleaner Star undiluted, by carrying out a spot cleaning. The pleasant fragrance of the product adds to the ambience, enabling you to enjoy the ambience of the freshly cleaned space.

When dealing with oiled wooden floors, formulations like the Chimiver Wax Care come in to deliver a hydro repellent effect, and also freshens up those dull surfaces to give them a new look and feel. That way, you get to increase the resistance of the surface to water and its effects, including both staining and water damage. You can use the Chimiver Wax Care on lacquered installations, waxed wood floors, and also on cotto tile and stone installations. While this is a versatile product, it is recommended that you do a spot test on an inconspicuous spot to confirm its suitability for your particular installation – especially if the material has not been expressly listed on the product label. This formulation comes in two versions, the “Chimiver Wax Care” that is transparent and retains that natural aesthetics of the treated surface, and the “Chimiver Wax Care Colorato” which is the coloured version and is used for applications like the restoration of tinted and faded wooden floors. At an application rate of 70-90 m² per Litre, each unit purchased gets to be used on a wide area. Speaking of which, the product is available in 0.5L, 1L and 5L options.

For the application, begin by shaking the formulation in its bottle, then spray it onto the surface. You can use a cloth to uniformly spread the product and even up those spots where it will have accumulated. Give it 30 minutes of drying time, then polish or buff the surface. The treatment will have completely hardened within 12 to 24 hours, depending on the prevailing temperature and humidity conditions.

Some tips when working with the Wax Care treatment:

Ensure that the cleaning agent you use is safe for both the treatment and the underlying floor. Here it is recommended that you work with agents like the VELUREX® Cleaner Star or LIOS Kronos, which are also from the same brand.
Do not use abrasive cloths or aggressive tools to apply the product on the surface.
When using the formulation on surfaces that are poorly absorbent, there is the risk of increased slipperiness, especially if the floor gets wet. Here, a spot test is recommended to confirm the resultant effect of applying the product on your particular floor.
Subsequent maintenance of surfaces treated with Chimiver Wax Care are done with the same product, where you simply apply an additional layer.

The routine surface cleaning can also be done with the citrus-scented Chimiver Clean Panda. It’s an ecological floor cleaner that it is suitable for any type of washable surface, and the cleaned area doesn’t require to be rinsed after the process. The formulation will leave the surface shiny, and is ideal for daily cleaning and surface care. You can use the Chimiver Clean Panda for manual cleaning such as with cloths or mops, or work with a scrubber dryer.

Since the Clean Panada formulations a concentrated product, you’ll need to dilute it before use. For the routine cleaning, use a 1% ratio, e.g., mix 50ml of product with 5L of water. In case it’s an intensive cleaning session, then dilute the product 3%, e.g., mixing 150ml of product in 5L of water. The product has a wide coverage rate of 350 m²/L, making it an economical choice for daily surface maintenance.

Subfloors Prepping, Cleaning & Maintenance

The longevity of any floor installation depends on the quality of the subfloor underneath it. This is the layer that’s between the top layer and the joist foundation. This structural setup is because the flooring can’t be directly installed onto the joists as it will be weak and give away. There are also situations where underlay is added, such as when carpets are being installed and extra customisation is required. The material of the subfloor varies. Typically, with ground floors it’s cement, while plywood is used for the levitated floors. Should the subfloor not be flat and smooth, the flooring still will be affected. A faulty subfloor can lead to issues like uneven spots, surface variations, saddling, excessive movement, and sagging, all through to high spots getting excessively worn out, and even cases of separation.

To prepare the subfloor, CHIMIVER has different products that you can work with depending on your situation. This includes:

PRYMER SF 1105 (A+B): Here you have a two-component epoxy primer that is applied on cement subfloors. The water-based formulation comes with anti-dust properties, and it’s also it particularly suitable for anhydrite subfloors as it promotes adhesion. You can also use it on subfloors that have radiant heating. The PRYMER SF 1105 is applied on multiple layers, serving as a moisture barrier. In fact, it’s resistant to inverse hydrostatic pressure and meets the standards stipulated in UNI 8298 part 8. When using the formulation as a moisture barrier, prepare the solution by mixing the A and B components, then use a roller to apply it onto the surface – where each 200g of product will be enough for every square measure of surface. Give it two hours to cure, then apply the second coat of the product.
CHIMIGRIP: It’s a single-component water-based formulation that has been developed to promote adhesion, and it is used when preparing the subfloor before you lay self-levelling products. The acrylic product is suitable for diverse applications, from preparing screed and cement subfloors, treating gypsum, anhydrite and wood subfloors, all through to cases where you’re dealing with ceramic and natural stone floors. It has a high application rate of 100 to 200g/m², and the particular coverage for your situation will depend on the type of substrate being worked on. The product comes ready to use, and you can apply it with a brush or roller.
NIVELAND 10R – This is a cementitious and self-levelling product that has been developed for indoor use. You mix the grey powder with water, making a smooth fluid paste that dries fast, and you can lay it up to a thickness of 10mm. It has been developed with rapid hydration cements as well as graded silica sand, resins, and once it dries, it features a high compressive and flexural strength, and it won’t shrink. You can use it on different kinds of subfloors, including marble, natural stone, cement tiles and ceramic structures – and it is also suitable for heated subfloors. However, ensure that the substrate doesn’t have rising damp, or any dust and rust. Should the subfloor have a weak structure, it can first be treated with the CHIMIVER the PRYMER W 30K
RASOCHIM line: Here you have the likes of RASOCHIM AL which is also a cementitious self-levelling product where it is laid to 10 mm thicknesses, but it is ideal for public floors; the RASOCHIM TOP that is used for public, industrial and commercial floors and gets laid up to 20 mm thickness; and the RASOCHIM MAXI where the thickness ranges between 5 and 40 mm, with fast maturing on both new and old subfloors. Products in in this line of CHIMIVER agents come with EC1Plus certification, and ecolabel used to classify and certify adhesives, building materials and other products used in flooring installation, in line with DIN EN ISO 16000-1 standards.
QUARZO: This blend of quartz powder is used to promote gluing. It can be sprinkled on over epoxy or polyurethane treatments, added to primers when they are still wet, or even to levelling compounds. After the treatment is dry, use a vacuum or broom to remove the powder that hasn’t adhered to it.

Over time, due the wear effects and structural breakdown, the subfloor may require restoration. It can also be a remodelling project, where an overhaul of the flooring is being carried out, and the subfloor needs to be touched up to make it ready for the new installation. CHIMIVER has got you covered here with formulations like:

RASAFUGA PERFETTO: It has been developed with acrylic resins, and it used to level joints on pre-existing substrates that have the joints, as is that case with the likes of porcelain stoneware and ceramic tiles. The filling capacity of this single-component product results in a smooth surface that is needed to lay resilient materials like LVT, SPC and moquette. It comes in an aqueous dispersion and is applied using a smooth trowel, which you can clean afterwards with water. When applying it, the spatula should be moved diagonal to the joints, that way you can avoid sections being uneven or having accumulated product.
PRYMER SF 1105 (A+B): In addition to the preparation processes described in the previous section, this formulation also comes in handy when restoring dusty subfloors. After mixing the A and B components with a 1:1 ratio, apply it to the surface with a roller, give it 2 hours of drying time, then lay the parquet flooring.
PRYMER A: This single-component product is used for the superficial consolidation of absorbent subfloors, as well as cementitious and anhydrite self-levellers. It also serves as an antidust treatment, and can be used for heated subfloors. Remember to shake it well before use. After applying it onto the surface, give it 3 to 4 hours of drying time, after which you can proceed to glue wooden floors onto it, using formulations from the ADESIVER line, such as the 501 EP and HERCULES.
PRYMER W: This is a water-based primer that is used to reinforce subfloors that are generating dust. It is diluted with a 1:5 or 1:6 ratio, then applied onto the subfloor. It will have dried within 12-24 hours, after which you can proceed to lay the wooden floor. Note that this application is recommended when the flooring being installed will use water-based adhesives. You can also use the CHIMIVER PRYMER W to prepare subfloors that are irregular, for cases where they will be subsequently smoothened with the RASOCHIM product range.
PRYMER FAST 500: The polyurethane primer is a versatile formulation, that’s suitable for consolidating old wooden flooring preparing synthetic mortar, and serves as an anti-dust treatment and superficial consolidate for cement subfloors. You can use it to restore those anhydrite and heated-subfloors, and it comes in 6kg and 12kg package options. With cement subfloors, this treatment works as a Damp Proof Membrane (DPM). Note that the DPM here can’t be created if you’re dealing with anhydride subfloors or those with heating.
PRYMER PUB 77: Developed with hygro-hardening resins renowned for the moisture barriers they create and attributes of curing dusty and deteriorated subfloors, here you have a powerful formulation to protect your structures. This solvent-based primer can be used or the consolidation of old wooden floors, as well as providing the anti-dust, deep consolidate treatment on cement subfloors. The anti-dust treatment also works for anhydrite subfloor where it promotes adhesions. The CHIMIVER PRYMER PUB 77 is a single-component formulation that restoration of poor subfloors with just one layer of treatment, which you dilute with the DMC 50 thinner. The dilution here will depend on how porous the subfloor is, and you can dilute up to 50%. The treatment will need 24 hours drying time before you can proceed with the gluing.
PRYMER EPOX WETT (A+B+C): Here, you have a three-component formulation that is suitable for both absorbent and non-absorbent subfloors. This includes ceramic, marble, or grit structures. The epoxy primer is particularly effective for the moisture barrier it sets, and it meets the UNI 8298 part 8 requirements on resistance to inverse hydrostatic pressure.
BLOCCA RETE: When you want to reinforce nets on structures ranging from concrete and cement, this is you’re go-to formulation. Glass nets can be installed as you proceeded with applying the CHIMIVER BLOCCA RETE without worrying about folds or overlapping – but remember to keep the network assembled at the joints. It is also versatile, being used as a versatile vertical primer when dealing with plasterboard or civil plaster, all through to applications with wood and ceramic tiles for both vertical and horizontal installations. The single-component primer comes with fine aggregate, and can be easily applied with a roller or brush.

Synthetic Tuff Care

Artificial turf broadens your scope of opportunities for outdoor activities, since it is designed to withstand plenty of action. Taking care of it also takes less of a toll compared to natural landscaping, where you won’t have to worry about watering, weeding, looking for fertilizers or keeping on looking for pest control solutions. However, you still need to be careful when handling it to deal with the day-to-day issues it faces. For instance, debris such as twigs or leaves will inevitably wind up on the turf – so don’t let it remain there for long. This would create room for mould and mildew to develop. Clear away the debris and dirt that are on the surface, and use a soft-bristled brush or broom for this. For the large areas, a leaf blower will be more effective. When hosing down the installation, be keen on the water pressure used. Pet waste definitely should be got rid of as soon as possible.

Chimiver has expanded its range of products to include solutions that will enable you to keep maintain your synthetic turf in top condition. Take the Adesiver Green Turf (A+B) polyurethane for instance. This is a two-component formulation that is used in all situations, and is applied in joint strips that are between the synthetic turf sheets. It delivers a strong bond without relying on epoxy modifications, and it also has low VOC emissions. It is popular for application in sport fields, where 700 Kg of Adesiver Green Turf can be used to treat a field of 2,500m², like that of 7 player soccer tournaments. For the larger 11-player fields that are 8,000m², 1200 kg of the product will be enough. With this formulation meeting the LEED protocol (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification standards, it enables tuff treated with it to obtain QI CREDIT 4.1, as per GEV requirements.

Other versions of the product include Adesiver Red Turf that is used on red synthetic turfs, the Adesiver Green Turf that is applied on areas like the white line markings and white turfs, and well as the Adesiver Blu Turf, with its blue colour, hence the name. Before these formulations are applied onto the turf:

You should ensure that the subfloor has met the regulations for the particular installation, e.g., the strict strands of sportive fields.
Unroll the turf sheets and let them set for a couple of hours before you install them. Spreading them out is needed to ease the internal tension that usually comes with the turf packaging.

For the Adesiver Green Turf, first mix the A and B component of the product until the mixture is uniform. Note that this mixture has a pot-life, during which it should be used and a fresh one prepared afterwards. The pot life will depend on the preventing temperature conditions. e.g., at 35°C this can be up to 65 minutes.

Once the mixture ready proceed with these steps.

Use a notched trowel to apply the mixture on the sheets being joined. The adhesive should be evenly applied over the surface, with maximum contact on the backside. Ensure that you have filled the spaces that hare between the turf seams completely.

The makeup of the turf-tape’s backside will affect the approach that is used:

For latex or polyurethane turf-tape, you can proceed to apply the mixture you have prepared as it is.
For polyolefinic turf-tape i.e., composed of polypropylene, PVC or TPO, an adhesion promoter like PRYMER O.P will first need to be applied.

Lay the sheets following the manufacturer’s instructions. You can add weights on the joints to keep the sheets flat as you wait for the adhesive to dry.

The sheets will be ready for normal use after a week.

Given that temperature conditions vary from one region to the next, you may need extra help to speed up or slow down the setting of the Adesiver Green Turf when installing the turf on the floor. For this, Chimiver has provided the 100g Faster+ and 200g Slower- formulations.

The brand doesn’t stop there. There are other formulations that are developed to suit diverse client needs in authentic turf care. These include the single-component Chimiver Adesiver Green Turf 1K that is used to repair the jointing strips of the synthetic turf sheets; the water-based 10kg Event Lane, a paint that is used to mark the lines of synthetic turf fields; all through to the Gluefix Protector which is used to protect the mixer, trowel, and other equipment that you will be using during application.

When cleaning turf, use the CHIMIVER Clean Garden, an alkaline concentrated cleaner that comes with nanoparticles to ensure a deep clean, and it also delivers a meadow floral fragrance. This particular formulation is used for daily maintenance of indoor and outdoor synthetic turf. In case you want a product for tougher situations such as in recreation parks, golf courses and tennis courts, you can turn to the CHIMIVER Clean Garden EXTRA, which also has a ready-to-use version.

Floor Care Made Easy With Chimiver