TEC TotalFlex 110 Universal Polymer Modified Mortar User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- TEC
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TEC TotalFlex 110 Universal Polymer Modified Mortar
PRODUCT NAME
TEC® TotalFlex® 110 Universal Polymer-Modified Mortar
MANUFACTURER
H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc. 1105 South Frontenac Street Aurora, IL 60504-6451 U.S.A. 800.552.6225 Office 800.832.9023 Technical Support 800.952.2368 Fax tecspecialty.com
DESCRIPTION
Total Flex 110 Mortar is a high-performance, polymer-modified, A118.4HTE and A118.11 mortar that provides ultra-long open time and extra smooth and creamy troweling. It is ideal for large and heavy tile, standard and mosaic tile, gauged porcelain panels and uncoupling membrane applications. Total Flex 110 provides robust non-sag/non slump adhesion for floors, walls, and ceilings and can be used for interior/exterior and submerged applications.
Key Features and Benefits
- Universal – Ideal for gauged porcelain panels, LHT installations & Thin-set applications
- Ultra-long open time up to 60 minutes
- Smooth/creamy for exceptionally easy troweling
- Robust non-sag, non-slump adhesion
- Extended coverage in a reduced weight 32 lb bag
- Exceeds ANSI A118.4HTE and A118.11 specifications
- Interior/exterior and submerged use
- Resistant to freeze/thaw conditions
- Approved for setting and tiling under and over uncoupling membranes
- Silica-free formula – contains no intentionally added silica
Packaging
32 lb. (14.5 kg) moisture-resistant bags
Gray Product #15030142
White Product #15036373
32 lb. (14.5 kg) plastic bags
Gray Product #15030417
White Product #15030290
Coverage
Coverage will vary with condition of substrate. Required trowel size will vary
with the tile size, type and substrate uniformity. Select the trowel size that
will ensure 100% coverage.
Figures below are presented only as guidelines.
| Trowel Size | Approximate Coverage per 32 lbs. (14.5 kg) |
|---|---|
| 1⁄4″ x 1⁄4″ x 1⁄4″ (6 x 6 x 6 mm) square-notch trowel | 87-96 sq. ft. (8.1-8.9 |
m2
1⁄4″ x 3⁄8″ x 1⁄4″ (6 x 9 x 6 mm) square-notch trowel| 73-79 sq. ft. (6.8-7.3
m2
⁄2″ x 1⁄2″ x 1⁄2″ (12 x 12 x 12 mm) square-notch trowel| 45-48 sq. ft.
(4.2-4.5 m2 )
Euro-notch trowel| 28-32 sq. ft. (2.6-3.0 m2
Suitable Substrates
When properly prepared per TCNA guidelines, suitable substrates include:
- Cured concrete, cured mortar beds, brick and masonry (interior and exterior installations)
- APA Grade Trademarked Exposure 1 Plywood (underlayment grade or better)
- Gypsum wallboard (dry interior wall areas only)
- Water resistant gypsum wallboard (i.e.: green board, interior walls only, dry to intermittent water exposure only)
- Cementitious backer units (CBU) or glass mat backerboard
- Existing ceramic tile and natural stone, provided existing flooring is well-bonded to an approved substrate
- Vinyl composition tile, asphalt tile, linoleum, or non-cushioned vinyl sheetgoods provided such surfaces are single layered, well-bonded to an approved substrate and properly prepared
- Adhesive residue (except tacky or pressure-sensitive adhesive). Mechanically remove the adhesive to expose at least 80% of the concrete surface. Random specks of adhesive and the appearance of a brown surface stain are acceptable
- Extruded foam waterproof tile board
- Uncoupling membranes
H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc. (“HBF-CP”) will warrant TotalFlex 110
with the use of ¾” floor-rated underlayment OSB as an approved substrate for
the installation of uncoupling membranes.
For gypsum underlayments, TEC® Multipurpose Primer must be applied directly to
the gypsum underlayments prior to application of TotalFlex 110 for bonding of
the uncoupling membrane. Please see the Multipurpose Primer product data sheet
for dilution ratios and application instructions.
Substrate Preparation
All substrates must be dry, structurally sound with maximum deflection per
industry standards of L /360 for ceramic tile installations and L /720 for
natural stone installations; and free from oil, grease, dust, paint, sealers
or concrete curing compounds. All contaminants must be removed prior to
installation of tile. Surface protrusions and tile glazes shall be removed by
sanding, scraping or scarifying. After preparation, remove all dust by
vacuuming.
For gauged porcelain panels installation, reference the TEC Thin Porcelain
Panel Installation Guide on tecspecialty.com.
Notes : Vinyl asbestos tile or any substrate containing asbestos must not
be sanded, scored or scarified because of the potential health hazard of
breathing dust. Any substrate containing asbestos must be handled in
accordance with existing EPA regulations. Contact your local EPA office.
Expansion joints must be provided in the tile work over all construction,
control and expansion joints in the backing and where backing materials
change. Follow ANSI A108.01 Section 3.7 Requirements for Expansion Joints.
Maximum variations in all substrates must not exceed 1 /4″ in 10 ft. (6 mm in
3 m) and 1 /16″ in 1 ft. (1.6 mm in 0.3 m) from the required plane for tile
less than 15″ (381 mm) on all sides. Maximum variations in all substrates must
not exceed 1 /8″ in 10 ft. (3 mm in 3 m) and 1 /16″ in 2 ft. (1.6 mm in 0.6 m)
from the required plane for tile 15″ (381 mm) or greater on any one side. For
large non-level, interior floors use a TEC Level Set® Self-Leveling
Underlayment. For best results over plywood and other suitable porous
substrates, wipe the surface clean with a damp sponge just prior to
application of mortar.
Glass Tile Installation
TotalFlex 110, with its proprietary formulation, has been tested and approved
to be used with glass tile for the following applications:
- Indoor applications only
- Wall applications only
- Intermittent water exposure (not for use with submerged applications).
Example such as:
a. Kitchen Backsplash
b. Shower wall accents
The Materials approved are as follows
- 12″ x 12″ Matted Mosaic Tiles with clear or painted Mesh backing
- 12″ x 12″ Matted Subway Tiles with Mesh backing
- Glass tiles with painted backing up to 16 in2
NOTE : Not all coatings used to colorize the back of glass tile are compatible with Portland cement based mortars. Please check with the manufacturer to determine if it will be compatible. For any questions on this, please call our Technical Support Hotline at 1-800-832-9023 for additional support.
Also, if you are looking to install a specific tile not listed in the above
material list and would like to use TotalFlex 110, please contact our
Technical Support Hotline at 800- 832-9023 for additional support.
In specifying a setting system for the bonding of glass tile, the following
issues must be taken into consideration:
Glass Tile Type : Glass tile can be manufactured in a number of different
ways such as clear, translucent with a colored body, or translucent with a
colored backing. Each type has a different aesthetic appearance. The color and
composition of the mortar can have an effect on the final appearance,
especially with translucent tile.
Storage
Store in cool, dry location. Do not store open bags.
Shelf Life
Maximum 1 year from date of manufacture in properly stored, unopened package.
Limitations
- Glass tile may not be suitable over some substrates (such as plywood, or some membranes). Verify substrate with glass tile manufacturer.
- Use only for thin-bed installation of glass tile.
- Only install when the ambient temperature is between 50-90ºF (10-32ºC).
- Not for installing green marble or other moisture-sensitive stone tile; use AccuColor EFX® Epoxy Grout and Mortar.
- For resin-backed marble see the TEC Technical Bulletin “Installation Of Resin Backed Stone Tiles” at tecspecialty.com.
- Not for use over rubber, strip wood floors, oriented strand board*, particle board, lauan plywood or tempered hardboard (e.g. Masonite).
- Only approved for use over single layer wood floors when using uncoupling membranes per the manufacturer’s requirements.
- Temperature of area to be tiled must remain above 50°F (10°C) for 72 hours.
- Certain natural stone tiles may be affected by mortar shadowing or staining. Test a small area prior to use to determine suitability.
*Can be used over OSB with the use of 3 /4″ floor-rated underlayment OSB as an approved substrate for the installation of uncoupling membranes
Cautions
Read complete cautionary information printed on product container prior to
use. For medical emergency information, call
1-888-853-1758.
This Product Data Sheet has been prepared in good faith on the basis of
information available at the time of publication. It is intended to provide
users with information about and guidelines for the proper use and application
of the covered TEC brand product(s) under normal environmental and working
conditions. Because each project is different, H.B. Fuller Construction
Products Inc. cannot be responsible for the consequences of variations in such
conditions, or for unforeseen conditions.
TECHNICAL DATA
Applicable Standard
Exceeds ANSI A118.4HTE and A118.11 specifications ISO 13007: Classification
C2TEP1
TEC TotalFlex 110 Universal Polymer-Modified Mortar
Tested in accordance with ANSI A118.4HTE Specifications for Latex-Modified Dry
Set Mortars
| Description | ANSI Requirement | Typical Results |
|---|
Ceramic Tile Shear Strength 7 Day Porcelain Mosaic Tile Shear Strength 28 Day Quarry Tile Shear Strength 28 Day| > 300 psi (2.70 MPa)
200 psi (2.76 MPa)
150 psi (1.03 MPa)| 477 psi
390 psi
400 psi
Sag on Vertical Surfaces (T)| ≤ 0.02″ (0.5 mm) at
20 Minutes| 0.0000
Extended Open Time (E)| > 75 psi (0.5 MPa) at
30 Minutes| 266 psi
Lippage Change (H)| <1/64″ (0.4 mm)| Pass
Tested in accordance with ANSI A118.11 Specifications for Latex-Modified Dry Set Mortars over Exterior Grade Plywood
| Quarry Tile to Plywood Shear Strength 28 Day | > 150 psi (1.0 MPa) | 162 psi |
|---|
Physical Properties
Description|
---|---
Physical State| Dry powder
Color| Available in white and gray
Pot Life| 3 to 4 hours
Open Time| Up to 60 minutes
Initial Cure [at 72°F (22°C)]| 9 to 12 hours*
Final Cure| 21 days
Foot Traffic Rating (ASTM C627)| Residential to Extra Heavy Commercial
(depending on substrate)
Storage| Store in cool, dry location. Do not store open bags.
Shelf Life| Maximum 1 year from date of manufacture in properly stored,
unopened package.
Temperature and humidity will affect pot life, open time, and cure time
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Mixing
For best results, maintain all tiling materials, substrates, room and mortar
at 50°-90°F (10-32°C) for 24 hours before and 72 hours after installation.
Refer to the chart below for amount of water to add.
| Application | Water |
|---|---|
| LHT or Wall Applications | 6 quarts (5.7 L) |
| Thin Set Floor Applications | 7 quarts (6.6 L) |
- Add clean, cool water to a clean mixing container. Do not over-water.
- Slowly add entire bag of TotalFlex 110 Mortar to water while mixing at 400-600 rpm.
- Mix for two (2) minutes to a smooth and creamy consistency. Consistency will loosen during mixing process. Avoid breathing dust and contact with eyes and skin.
- Allow the mortar to stand (slake) for 8 minutes.
- Remix for 1 minute and apply.
- If the mixture becomes thick, remix without adding more water.
Application
Key in mortar using flat side of trowel to promote better substrate contact,
then comb in one direction with the notched side of the trowel. Spread only an
area that can be tiled while surface is still tacky (typically 20-40 minutes).
Press tiles into setting bed, then push in a direction perpendicular to the
notched trowel ridges to achieve optimum coverage.
Apply mortar in a heavy enough layer so that complete contact (no voids)
between mortar and tile is accomplished when tile is positioned.
Irregularities in substrate may require “back-buttering” of large tiles to
achieve complete coverage and firm support. Periodically remove and check a
tile to assure proper coverage. Keep a minimum of 2 ⁄3 of the joint depth
between tiles for grouting. Open time and tile hand adjustability may vary
with job site conditions. Stir occasionally during use to maintain the smooth,
creamy consistency of the product. Do not add additional water.
For gauged porcelain tile panels installation, reference the TEC Thin
Porcelain Panel Installation Guide on
tecspecialty.com.
Note : It is the sole responsibility of the installer to determine the
suitability and compatibility of the product for the intended application.
Clean-up
Clean tools, hands, and excess materials from face of tile, while mortar is
still fresh, with warm soapy water.
Grouting/Curing
Grouting may be accomplished when tiles are held firmly in place, typically
9-12 hours after installation is completed. No traffic is permitted over the
tiles prior to grouting.
Cold temperatures or high humidity may extend curing time, working time, and
pot life.
Hot temperatures or low humidity may decrease curing time, working time, and
pot life.
Unglazed tiles may require sealing prior to grouting so discolorations will
not occur. The use of TEC brand grouts is highly recommended.
AVAILABILITY
TEC premium surface preparation, tile, stone, carpet, wood and resilient floor
covering
installation products are available nationwide.
To locate TEC products in your area, please contact:
Phone: 800-832-9002
Website: tecspecialty.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
The product(s) covered by this Product Data Sheet are sold subject to a
Limited Warranty and related terms. H.B. Fuller Construction Products
disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose and all incidental and consequential damages arising out of
the sale, purchase or use of this product. For Limited Warranty details visit
tecspecialty.com.
To obtain a hard copy of the Limited Warranty call H.B. Fuller Construction
Products at 800-832-9023 or mail a
written request to the address in Section 2 of this Product Data Sheet.
MAINTENANCE
Not applicable
TECHNICAL SERVICES
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