Renov Tix
Thixotropic, fiber-reinforced, high-strength repair mortar for the restoration of concrete structures

Drykos® Renov Tix is a single-component, thixotropic, fiber-reinforced, shrinkage-compensated structural cementitious mortar developed for the restoration and reconstruction of degraded concrete structures.
The product is formulated with high-strength cements, super-pozzolanic fillers, selected aggregates, and polymeric fibers, appropriately modified with modifying and stabilizing agents, capable of providing high mechanical performance, substrate adhesion, and long-term durability.
Thanks to its thixotropic rheology, Drykos® Renov Tix can also be applied vertically and overhead, ensuring excellent workability, absence of sagging, and thickness stability. After hardening, the product exhibits high compressive and flexural strength, excellent adhesion to concrete and reinforcement, high impermeability, and resistance to atmospheric agents, freeze-thaw cycles, and aggressive environments.
Features
Certifications
EN 1504-3
Main features
- Structural mortar certified as Class R4 according to EN 1504-3
- High adhesion to concrete and steel
- Fiber-reinforced with high crack resistance
- Shrinkage-compensated and dimensionally stable
- High mechanical strength
- Excellent workability and thixotropy
- High intrinsic impermeability
- Resistance to freeze-thaw cycles and aggressive agents
- High durability even in marine and industrial environments
- Applicable by trowel, spatula, or spray
Fields of application
- Restoration of columns, beams, balconies, and reinforced concrete structures
- Reconstruction of degraded concrete cover
- Repair of vertical and overhead surfaces
- High-performance protective coatings
- Hydraulic works (pipelines, dams, tunnels)
- Marine structures and aggressive environments
- Restoration of industrial floors
- Interventions on infrastructure subject to high loads and stresses
Green Technology & Leed
Product formulated to reduce environmental impact, characterized by very low VOC emissions (Very Low Emission), suitable for contributing to LEED credits for indoor air quality and compliant, where applicable, with the requirements of CAM (Minimum Environmental Criteria), also thanks to the recycled material content.
Technical specifications
Packaging
Color
Gray.
Appearance
Powder.
Storage
12 months from production date.
Storage conditions
Store properly in the original, sealed, intact packaging, protected from moisture and direct sunlight exposure, at temperatures between +5°C and +35°C.
Application data
Theoretical consumption
~ 18.5 kg/m² per cm of thickness
Yield
~ 1,850 kg per m³ of mortar
Diluent
Water.
Application temperatures (substrate and environment)
Minimum +5°C | Maximum +35°C
Application info
Substrate preparation
Substrates must be solid, clean, free from dust, oils, greases, loose or degraded parts. It is necessary to remove deteriorated concrete until sound and resistant substrate is reached. Surfaces must be adequately roughened by scarification, sandblasting, or high-pressure hydro-scarification to ensure high adhesion.
Oxidized reinforcement must be exposed and cleaned by brushing or sandblasting and appropriately treated by applying Drykos® Renov Steel.
Before application, the substrate must be saturated with water to the “saturated surface dry (SSD)” condition.
Product preparation
Drykos® Renov Tix is a single-component mortar to be mixed exclusively with clean water. Pour approximately 2/3 of the required mixing water into the mixing container, then gradually add the powder product under continuous agitation, avoiding lump formation. Subsequently, complete with the remaining amount of water until the desired consistency is achieved. The water/product ratio is approximately 16% by weight, about 4 liters per 25 kg bag. Do not exceed the recommended water quantity to avoid reductions in mechanical performance and product durability.
Mixing must be performed using a low-speed mechanical agitator (~ 300–500 rpm) for at least 3-5 minutes, until a homogeneous, plastic mixture free of agglomerates is obtained. If necessary, allow the mixture to rest for approximately 1-2 minutes and briefly remix before application.
It is recommended to prepare only the amount of product that can be applied within the workability time.
Application
Drykos® Renov Tix can be applied by trowel, spatula, float, or by spray with equipment suitable for thixotropic mortars. Application must be performed on a previously prepared, clean substrate brought to the saturated surface dry (SSD) condition. Before placement, it is recommended to remove any excess surface water.
The product must be applied by exerting adequate pressure on the substrate to promote penetration into the pores and ensure maximum adhesion, avoiding the formation of voids or discontinuities. In the presence of exposed reinforcement, ensure that the material completely encases the bars.
Application can be performed in one or more layers, depending on the required thickness. Thanks to its thixotropic consistency, Drykos® Renov Tix allows vertical and overhead applications without sagging, with indicative thicknesses from 7 to 40 mm per single layer. For greater thicknesses or in the presence of significant structural stresses, it is necessary to provide reinforcement bars appropriately anchored to the substrate to ensure stability and structural continuity of the intervention. Between one layer and the next, if necessary, it is recommended to apply the subsequent layer on a still-fresh substrate or, in case of hardening, after adequate surface preparation by roughening and moistening.
During application, avoid unfavorable environmental conditions such as strong solar radiation, intense wind, or high temperatures, which could cause rapid evaporation of the mixing water and compromise proper product curing.
At the end of placement, it is essential to protect the treated surfaces by wet curing, water misting, or equivalent systems for at least 24-48 hours to prevent plastic shrinkage phenomena and promote proper development of mechanical strengths.
Cleaning of tools
Clean tools with water immediately after use. Hardened product can only be removed mechanically.
Other indications
- Do not apply on frozen substrates, during thawing, or at temperatures below +5°C or above +35°C
- Avoid application in the presence of strong solar radiation, intense wind, or low relative humidity, conditions that can cause rapid evaporation of the mixing water and compromise final performance
- Do not apply on inadequately prepared, loose surfaces contaminated by oils, greases, dust, or pre-existing treatments that may reduce adhesion
- Do not exceed the mixing water beyond what is indicated to avoid reductions in mechanical strength, increased shrinkage, and decreased durability
- For high thicknesses or structural applications, provide suitable reinforcement and anchoring systems to the substrate
- Protect freshly applied surfaces from rain, frost, wind, and direct radiation for at least 24–48 hours
- Adequately cure by moistening or protective systems to prevent plastic shrinkage cracking phenomena
- Do not apply on non-absorbent substrates or water-saturated substrates with surface liquid film present
- Use the product within the expected workability time; do not remix by adding water to product in the setting phase
- For anything not covered, contact Technical Support at +39 0171 1874992 or write to [email protected]
Technical performance
Environment and safety
VOC
Very Low Emission (< 70 μg/m³).
Safety
For information and advice on safety, handling, storage, and disposal, users of the product must refer to the most recent version of the Safety Data Sheet, which provides information on the physical, ecological, and toxicological characteristics of the product. If necessary, request the updated Safety Data Sheet by contacting Customer Service at +39 0171 1874992 or writing to [email protected].
Product compliant with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) and Annex XVII, entry 47 and subsequent amendments and additions.
Use
For professional use.