Form and mold oil, also known as form release or mortar oil, is used to lubricate the inside of a form or form before pouring concrete or other building material. Its main function is to ensure an easy and uniform separation of the formwork from the hardened material after the pouring process is completed.
Important characteristics of formwork oil
Formwork oil must have certain characteristics to guarantee its quality and effectiveness. Among them:
- Waterproof: The oil must be waterproof to prevent moisture from the concrete or other material from penetrating the formwork, which could cause damage and reduce formwork performance.
- High plasticity: the formwork oil must be easily distributed over the inner surface of the formwork, providing a smooth, uniform and thin film.
- Easy removal: after the material has cured, the formwork oil should be able to separate well from the formwork without leaving any residue and without affecting the quality of the finished product.
- High temperature resistance: Formwork oil must retain its properties and not be destroyed by the high temperatures generated during the pouring process of concrete or other material.
- Environmental friendliness: When using formwork oil, we must take care of the environment, so it is advisable to choose environmentally friendly oil options that do not contain harmful substances.
Choosing the type of oil: There are two main types of formwork oil, vegetable based oil and petroleum based oil.
Oil for molds and formwork Monolith
Oil for forms and formwork Monolith is considered a high-quality material that provides complete separation of the form from the concrete product, does not affect the rate of hardening of concrete, can be used with metal, plastic surfaces and plywood. In addition, monolith oil has a very pleasant price, which you can find out on our website or by phone: 067 486 42 41.
