What is paste tile adhesive?
Tile adhesive is one of the most important components of installing tiles and ceramics, and it must be carefully selected to create a strong and durable bond. In the Iranian market, two types of tile adhesives, powder and paste, are most commonly used. These adhesives are suitable for different conditions with their different characteristics. Now the question is, which type of adhesive should you use to install tiles on plaster? And which adhesive has a longer lifespan in humid environments? In the following, we will examine the characteristics and applications of paste tile adhesive.
Made from a combination of acrylic resins, mineral powders, and thickening agents, the adhesive remains effective and well-formulated. This type of adhesive is widely used for installing tiles indoors. This adhesive also applies well to the surface and is an ideal option for installing tiles in various locations due to its high resistance to pressure and tension.
Conditions for using paste tile adhesive
To use this adhesive, the underlying surface must be completely dry and clean. Any dust, grease or dirt can affect the quality of the adhesion. If the surface is uneven, you can prepare the surface using primer adhesives or concrete adhesives. Then, using a spatula, spread the paste tile adhesive evenly over the surface and install the tiles.
After installing the tiles, it usually takes three days for the tiles to dry completely and be ready for use. Also, using more adhesive does not necessarily result in better adhesion and only wastes the adhesive. The amount of adhesive required depends on the condition of the underlying surface, but on average, 2.5 kg of tile adhesive is sufficient for one square meter.
Applications of paste tile adhesive
This adhesive is suitable for installing all types of tiles and ceramics on various surfaces such as plaster, stone and ceramic. It can also be used to glue new tiles onto old tiles. This adhesive can bond natural and artificial stones well on vertical and horizontal surfaces. This adhesive can be used in structures that are under compressive or tensile stress.
Advantages of paste tile adhesive
This adhesive has many advantages, including its affordable price and low installation cost. It installs tiles quickly and with high quality, and due to its excellent adhesion, it has very good performance. Also, paste tile adhesive has high elasticity and is resistant to structural stresses such as low-intensity earthquakes and building settlement.
The high flexibility of this adhesive prevents cracks or breakage in the tiles in the event of physical changes. After drying, this adhesive becomes impermeable to water and moisture and remains stable against temperature changes, both cold and hot.
Conclusion
It is one of the best choices for installing tiles. Due to its high flexibility and excellent adhesion, this adhesive is very suitable for use in a variety of environments such as kitchens and interiors. Also, this adhesive is considered one of the most widely used adhesives in the Iranian market with its reasonable price and high quality.
