What is structo-Lite basecoat used for?

STRUCTO-LITE Basecoat provides a plastic working material that will conform to various designs and help achieve durability in walls and ceilings. It can be applied by hand or machine methods, on gypsum or metal lath, clay tile, concrete or cinder blocks and other approved plaster bases.

How do you mix structo-Lite?

Mix initially to a heavy (stiff) viscosity to disperse the powder into the water. Mix until smooth and lump-free, then add any remaining water to obtain the desired consistency. DO NOT retemper. – Mill-mixed perlite-aggregate gypsum plaster; requires only the addition of water at the jobsite.

Can you use StructoLite on drywall?

When you apply StructoLite to the wall the trowel feels like it sort of floats across the surface in the gritty and rough way. One thing to note about Master of Plaster is that it sticks to anything equally well. However, StructoLite does not. It sticks to plaster without issue, but it has an issue with drywall.

Can I paint Structolite?

Veneer plaster can be painted when it is completely dry. A conventional plaster system can be painted after it is completely dry.

Is Structolite fireproof?

STRUCTO-LITE Basecoat is USG’s most highly insulated and lightest basecoat plaster. Its enhanced thermal conductivity has a K factor* of 1.74, which is three times that of sanded plaster. *A material’s K factor is an experimental measure of its heat conductivity. This product is fire rated.

Can you use joint compound over Structolite?

You apply this as you would normal drywall joint compound. Mix it to the consistency of warm cake icing. Try to put it on over the Structolite so it’s extremely smooth and free of surface defects. Be sure it’s in the same plane as the surrounding plaster.