Cement-based tile adhesives adhere very well to porous substrates such as bricks, plasters, earthenware tiles and stoneware tiles. These structures are good anchors for the calcium silicate hydrate needles that form when cement hardens. In contrast, modern porcelain stoneware tiles have extremely smooth surfaces. Tile adhesives for the tiles must be highly modified to attain the necessary tensile adhesion strength coupled with high flexibility. Tiles require high-quality grouts. Good adhesion at the tile edges, good abrasion resistance and limited water uptake coupled with good water-vapor permeability. High quality grouts play an important role in the laying of the tiles: like flexible tile adhesives, they compensate for any stresses that may arise.
The trend toward large-format tiles is continuing. These tiles create a spacious and luxurious environment. At the same time, they are easier to clean. However, technical challenges also increase as the tiles get larger. Successful laying of large tiles depends on a variety of factors- improving the adhesion and increasing the flexibility of the adhesives with polymer powders plays a key role.
Tile Adhesives Are Fast and Economical: Gresbond Premium Tile adhesive can be easily applied over large areas with a notched trowel. Then the tiles can be adjusted gently after laying to produce a uniform adhesive bed. Tile Adhesives Are Easy to Work: Gresbond High-quality tile adhesives for wall application have good non- slump properties. The freshly laid tiles therefore do not slip on the wall. It is thus possible to lay the tiles from top to bottom without using spacers. This makes it easier to produce a uniform pattern. Tile Adhesives Gives Excellent Results: Gresbond advanced premium adhesives are so easy to mix and install that good results are consistently achieved. Irrespective of the tile material or the substrate, the tile adhesive can be custom-mixed for the particular tile type and substrate.
