Adhesive for mounting tiles "Reinforced Kreps" is a mixture of cement and fine-grained sand with special additives. The composition is diluted with running water, subsequently a plastic adhesive mixture is formed, the main characteristic of which is the property of increased adhesion to the main surface.
Scope of material
Reinforced Kreps glue is used to connect ceramic tiles, porcelain stoneware, artificial stone with the main surface: cement, dry reinforced concrete and concrete base, cellular concrete, drywall, tongue-and-groove or gypsum board.
Before the start of installation work, the main surface is subjected to pre-treatment, consisting of several stages:
- cleaning;
- alignment;
- degreasing;
- primer.
Adhesive Features
- Resistant to slipping.
- Highly durable.
- Not afraid of water and moisture,making it the material of choice for bathroom renovations.
- High adhesion performance.
Glue preparation
A bag (25 kg) of glue dissolves in water. To prepare the composition, you will need a container for mixing the components and water. Water consumption per 25 kg of glue is 6 liters. The powder is poured into water and mixed until the lumps are completely dissolved using a perforator with a special nozzle or manually.
After mixing, the finished mixture is left for 10-15 minutes, after which it is mixed again.
Reinforced Kreps glue can be stored at room temperature for no longer than 4 hours, otherwise it will lose its properties.
How to properly lay tiles
"Kreps reinforced" is well suited for finishing work of any type. The adhesive is supplemented with an anti-frost composition, which allows the mixture to be used for exterior finishing work at air temperatures up to -10 ° С.
The main physical properties of the composition include resistance to low temperatures and moisture.
When laying tiles made of porcelain stoneware, it is important to monitor how the material lies on a horizontal area or a vertical surface with a small height. Let's figure out how to glue the tiles. Such exceptional surfaces include the parapet, the stair frieze, the basement of the building. Depending on the technical characteristics and type of base, the tile needs additionalstrengthening: mechanical installation to the facade.
Applying glue to the surface
After preparing the surface and preparing the adhesive, it can be applied to a solid and even surface of the wall base, not subject to shrinkage and deformation. The composition is evenly distributed over the entire working surface where the tiles will be laid using a special notched trowel. Within 20 minutes after applying the "Kreps Reinforced" adhesive, it is necessary to lay tiled products on top of the adhesive layer, leveling and fixing them.
When the adhesive is used for flooring with large tiles, the mortar is applied to both the tile and the surface itself, which improves adhesion during masonry.
This is important! After laying the tiles on the floor, it is recommended not to expose the cladding to stress and mechanical stress, to limit contact with water.
"How to glue tiles correctly?" - you ask. Use quality material and choose the right equipment for the job. So, when facing with tile products with dimensions 15 x 15, a notched trowel No. 6 is used, and for products with a size of 30 x 30 - No. 8.
Glue consumption
Consumption rate of tile adhesive - 2-3 kg per 1 m2. In terms of packages, we can say that one bag is enough to cover a surface of 8 m2.
The adhesive consumption rate is indicated for surfaces already prepared for facing. This figure may vary depending on the type of application and the skill of the person doing the work.
Recommendations and tips
- When tiling walls, apply adhesive to one tile at a time. The adhesive sets within 10 minutes.
- After completing the work, leave the surface alone for at least 48 hours if you tiled the wall, and at least 72 hours if the floor. Only after this time it is possible to rub the seams between the tiles.
- Do not forget about safety while working. Use personal protective equipment. In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse the affected area with plenty of running water.
Adhesive for tiles "Kreps reinforced" is in demand among consumers, as it belongs to the category of goods with high compliance in terms of "price-quality".
