Oxide Colour 2kg

Oxide colour is a dry pigment that tints cement mortar and render, and this 2kg tub is supplied in black, red or brown. Roof tilers use it to colour the bedding and pointing mortar so the finished ridge and hip lines match the roof tiles instead of standing out as raw grey cement. The 2kg size suits the small batches of mortar a roof job needs.

Key Features

• Dry oxide pigment for colouring cement mortar and render
• Choose black, red or brown to match roof tiles
• 2kg tub suited to roof bedding and pointing batches
• Simple to add to the mix, no special equipment
• Colours the mortar for a neat, finished look
• Supplied by a roofing materials specialist

Specifications

• Product: oxide colour
• Colours: black, red, brown
• Packaging: 2kg
• Use: colouring cement mortar and render
• Application: roof bedding, pointing and masonry

How To Use It

Add a small amount of oxide to the dry mix and blend it in before adding water, then mix thoroughly so the colour is even through the batch. Start with a little oxide and check the colour against the tile, adding more if needed. Test on a spare mix first so the final colour is the one you want.

Applications

• Colouring bedding mortar under ridge and hip tiles
• Matching pointing mortar to existing roof tiles
• Render and masonry work where a tinted finish is wanted
• Repair work where the new mortar must blend in

What You Need To Complete The Job

Use the oxide with the mortar ingredients it colours. Mix it with GP cement and brickie sand, and apply with an OX PRO gauging trowel. For bulk black colour, see the black oxide bags. Browse the Roof Fixing Supplies range for more.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much oxide do I add to mortar?

Start with a small amount and blend it into the dry mix before adding water. The exact amount depends on the colour depth you want and the batch size, so test on a small mix and adjust until the colour matches your tile.

Which colour should I choose?

Match the oxide to the roof tile colour. Red oxide suits terracotta and red tiles, brown suits brown and earthy tones, and black darkens the mortar for grey, black or charcoal tiles.

Does oxide affect the strength of the mortar?

Used in normal pigment quantities, oxide colours the mortar without affecting its strength. Keep the amount within the pigment supplier’s guidance and the mix will perform as normal.

Is 2kg enough for a roof job?

A 2kg tub suits the small bedding and pointing batches of a typical roof repair or partial re-bed. For a full roof or a large project, order more tubs or consider the bulk black oxide bags.

Can I order for delivery or pickup?

Yes. You can order online and choose Australia-wide delivery or pickup from our Truganina trade counter in Melbourne’s west. Delivery windows depend on your postcode, and we send a confirmation once your order is ready. For any questions call (03) 93941400 or email orders@singhroofingsupplies.com.au.