Substrate:
The surface to be covered with Ceramic tile shall be sound and confirm to good design, rigid, clean and free of dirt, oil, grease, curing compounds, form release agents or loose plaster and paint. For economy the surfaces should be level and true with in:
Walls – 3mm in 2.5m
Floors – 1.5mm in 1.0m
Surface Preparation:
All surfaces should be between 50° F(10°C) and 100° F(38°C) and structurally sound, clean and free of all dirt, oil, grease, loose peeling paint, laitance, concrete sealers or curing compounds.
Key to have easy and proper installation of the large format or thin/slim porcelain tiles is the preparation of the surface and complete removal of demolding wax powder on the back surface of the tile. Should there be a fiber mesh present on the back surface of the tile, ensure that it is completely removed before proceeding with the installation using Laticrete 335 Maxi.
Mixing:
Place clean, potable water into a clean mixing bowl. Add LATICRETE 335 Maxi powder into the mixing bowl. Use approximately 8.25 – 8.75L of water for 25 kg of powder. Use a low speed paddle drill mixer to get a smooth, paste-like consistency. Let the mixture slake or stand 5-10 minutes; stir again and use. Stir occasionally, but do not add more water. When properly mixed, troweled ridges will stand without slump.
Mixing Ratios:
Mix 8.25-8.75 L clean water to 25 kg bag of mortar.
Suitable Tile Type:
- Slim porcelain large format tiles
- Vitreous, semi vitreous or non- vitreous tiles; ceramic; quarry, cement body tile
- Brick
- Cement based precast terrazzo
- Natural stone tile
Suitable Substrates
- Concrete& Concrete Masonry
- MIVON Concrete, VDF, Precast concrete
- Cement Mortar Beds
- Cement Plaster
- Ceramic tile, Vitrified Tile and Natural Stone
- Glass mosaic tile
- Brick Masonry
- Cement Backer Board**
- Cement Terrazzo
- Calcium Silicate Board** (For dry areas)
- Gypsum Wallboard** (For dry areas)
