What Is Tile Adhesive?

Table of contents

1. What is tile adhesive?

2. Characteristics of tile adhesive

      2.1 High adhesion

      2.2 Water resistance

      2.3 Anti-aging

      2.4 Easy to construct

      2.5 Environmentally friendly

3. Application range of tile adhesive

      3.1 Wall tile paving

      3.2 Floor tile laying

      3.3 Wet environment

      3.4 Heavy or large-sized tiles

      3.5 Renovation of old tiles

      3.6 Special substrates

      3.7 Floor heating systems

      3.8 Special shapes or positions

      3.9 Commercial and public places

4. Precautions for using tile adhesive

5. Conclusion

With the development of the times, many environmentally friendly building materials are constantly updated and upgraded, and tile adhesives are slowly entering the market. However, many of us still know very little about tile adhesives and don't know how to use them specifically. This article will introduce in detail what tile adhesives are, what are the characteristics of tile adhesives, what is the application range of tile adhesives, and what to pay attention to when using tile adhesives.

What is tile adhesive?

Tile adhesive is a material used to enhance the bonding performance of tiles. It is a product composed of high molecular polymers and inorganic silicates and can be used with various bonding materials.

Tile adhesive works well on standard concrete slabs and glazed tiles and is safe to use. If used for the back treatment of wet-laid vitrified tiles, it can improve the bonding strength between the vitrified tiles and the bonding material, and can also solve the common hollowing and falling problems of wet-laid vitrified tiles. In addition, it is also suitable for the back treatment of stones with low water absorption and dense texture.

Characteristics of tile adhesive

1. High adhesion

2. Water resistance

3. Anti-aging

4. Easy to construct

5. Environmentally friendly

Tile adhesive has good compatibility with cement-based adhesive materials, strong bonding force, small shrinkage after hardening, and also has anti-seepage and anti-aging properties. It has a long service life and strong crack resistance. It is not only easy to construct but also low-cost.

Application range of tile adhesive

Wall tile paving

Indoor walls: such as kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, etc.

Outdoor walls: such as exterior wall decorations, balconies, etc.

Floor tile laying

Indoor floors: such as kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, etc.

Outdoor floors: such as courtyards, terraces, etc.

Wet environment

Suitable for places that require waterproofing and moisture-proofing, such as bathrooms, kitchens, swimming pools, etc.

Heavy or large-sized tiles

Used for laying heavy or large-sized tiles to enhance adhesion and prevent them from falling off.

Renovation of old tiles

When laying new tiles directly on the surface of old tiles, you can use tile adhesive to enhance the bonding between the new and old tiles, making the bond more secure.

Special substrates

Tile adhesive is also suitable for various substrates, such as concrete, mortar layer, gypsum board, wooden substrate, etc.

Floor heating systems

Tile adhesives are also suitable for laying tiles on floor heating systems. They have good heat resistance and good adhesion.

Special shapes or positions

They can also be used to lay tiles in special positions such as curved and inclined surfaces to ensure a strong bond.

Commercial and public places

Tile adhesive is suitable for commercial and public places with a large flow of people and frequent use, such as shopping malls, airports, hospitals, schools, etc.

Precautions for using tile adhesive

1. Within one day after the construction is completed, the base and environmental temperature should be maintained at 5-35℃, and the construction materials must not come into contact with water within one day.

2. Do not add water to dilute or other agents during mixing. The mixed materials must not be mixed and used again after the time limit has expired and should be completed within the specified time.

3. To prevent contamination, collision, and damage, the tile adhesive must be sealed and protected after construction.

4. If tile adhesive accidentally comes into contact with your eyes during use, you should go to the hospital for medical treatment immediately.

5. Tile adhesive should be stored in a cool and dry environment, and should be kept away from damp environments such as moisture and rain.

6. The storage temperature of tile adhesive is usually between 5 and 40°C, and the storage time is 6 months.

Conclusion

In summary, tile adhesive is a material used to enhance the bonding performance of tiles, usually used in the process of tile laying. Its main function is to increase the bonding strength between tiles and the base, thereby preventing tiles from falling off.