LATICRETE 305 Tile Glue User Guide
- May 15, 2024
- LATICRETE
Table of Contents
DS-305.5-1120.af
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305 Tile Glue
305 Tile Glue is a an economical, bagged cementitious powder to be mixed with water for installing Ceramic tile using the thin-set method of installation.
| ADVANTAGES | USES |
|---|
• Ready to use, just mix with water.
• Good open time.
• Good bond and durable.
• Highly Economical| • Designed for interior installation.
• Small / medium size ceramic tile on floor & wall.
MANUFACTURER| STANDARDS / CERTIFICATIONS
SPECTRALOCK East Africa LTD.
P.O. Box. 21508 – 00505, NRB.
KENYA.
Telephone: + 254 75 972 1020
Fax:
+ 254 20 800 4466
www.laticreteafrica.com | Applicable
Standards
Meets ANSI A 118.1
Packaging: 25 Kg bags
Colors: Grey and White
Pallet: 64 bags per pallet
Suitable Substrates
- Concrete masonry
- Cement mortar bed
- Brick Masonry
Coverage
Approximate coverage for per 25 kg bag.
| NOTCH TROWEL | COVERAGE |
|---|---|
| 6 mm x 6 mm | 6.25– 7.50 m² |
| 6 mm x 9 mm | 5.63 – 6.88 m² |
| 12 mm x 12 mm | 3.10 – 3.75 m² |
Shelf Life
Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed to be of first
quality for one (1) year if stored off the ground in a dry area.
Limitations
- Not for use as grout. Use suitable LATICRETE® grouts.
- Do not install when surface temperature is below 5°C or above 35°C.
- Not for use as a wear surface.
- Adhesives for ceramic tile and stone are not replacements for waterproofing membranes. When a waterproofing membrane is required, use a LATICRETE® Waterproofing Membrane (see Section 10 FILING SYSTEMS).
- Consult LATICRETE® Technical Services on limitations for exterior installations.
Note: Surfaces must be structurally sound, stable and rigid enough to
support ceramic/stone tile, thin brick and similar finishes.
Substrate deflection under all live, dead and impact loads, including
concentrated loads, must not exceed L/360 for thin bed ceramic tile/brick
installations or L/480 for thin bed stone installations where L=span length.
Cautions
Consult SDS for more safety information.
- Contains Portland cement and silica sand. May irritate eyes and skin. Avoid contact with eyes or prolonged contact with skin. In case of contact, flush thoroughly with water.
- Do not take internally. Avoid breathing dust. Wear a respirator in dusty areas.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Protect finished work until fully cured
TECHNICAL DATA
Working Properties (At 23ºC)
| Wet density | 1.70 gm/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Open time | 25 minutes |
| Pot life | 2 Hrs. |
| Time to traffic | 48 Hrs. |
Note: Specifications subject to change without notification. Results shown are typical but reflect test procedures used. Actual field performance will depend on installation methods and site conditions.
INSTALLATION
Preparation
All surfaces should be between 5º C to 35º C and structurally sound, clean and
free of all dirt, oil, grease, loose peeling paint, laitance, concrete sealers
or curing compounds.
Rough or uneven concrete surfaces should be made smooth with LATICRETE® Latex
Portland Cement underlayment to provide a wood float (or better) finish. Dry,
dusty concrete slabs or masonry should be dampened and excess water swept off.
Installation may be made on a damp surface. All slabs must be plumb and true
to within 6mm in 3m. Expansion joints shall be provided through the tile work
from all construction or expansion joints in the substrate. Follow ANSI
Specification AN-3.8 ”Requirements for Expansion Joints” or TCA Details EJ171
“Expansion Joints”. Do not cover expansion joints with mortars. Cement Backer
Board; follow TCA installation detail W244.
Mixing
Place clean potable water into a clean pail. Add 305 powder. Use approximately
5.25 – 5.75 Liters of water for 25 Kg bag of powder. Mix by hand or with a
slow speed mixer to a smooth, trowelable consistency. Allow mortar to slake
for 5 – 10 minutes. Adjust consistency if necessary.
Remix and apply with the proper sized notched trowel.
Application
Apply mortar to the substrate with the flat side of the trowel, pressing firmly
to work into surface. Comb on additional mortar with the notched side. Note:
Use the proper sized notched trowel to insure full bedding of the tile. Spread
as much mortar as can be covered with tile in 15-20 minutes. Back butter large
tiles (>8”x8”) to provide full bedding and firm support. Place tiles into wet,
sticky mortar and beat in using a beating block and rubber mallet to imbed
tile and adjust level. Check mortar for complete coverage by periodically
removing a tile and inspecting bedding mortar transfer onto back of tile. If
mortar is skinned over (not sticky), remove and replace with fresh mortar.
Cleaning: Clean tools and tile work with water while mortar is fresh.
AVAILABILITY AND COST
Availability
LATICRETE® materials are available worldwide.
For distributor information, please contact us by email at:
enquiry@laticreteafrica.com or, visit
www.laticreteafrica.com
Cost: Contact a LATICRETE® closer distributor to obtain complete information
and cost.
WARRANTY
The supplier warrants this product will not deteriorate under normal conditions and use, the warranty validity of one (1) year. The product subject to the terms and conditions stated in the LATICRETE® Product Warranty. Please consult our technical support for further information.
TECHNICAL SERVICES
Technical assistance
For information contact us by email at:
enquiry@laticreteafrica.com
Technical and safety literature
To obtain technical and safety literature, please visit our website at:
www.laticreteafrica.com
Warning: The information and the instructions in the data sheet, although
based on knowledge gained through years of applications, are indicative.
LATICRETE® unable to directly control the installation conditions and
modalities of application of products, do not assume any liability arising
from their implementation. Those who want to use the
LATICRETE® products must conduct adequate tests to determine the site
specifications. Results shown are typical but reflect test procedures used.
Actual field performance will depend on installation method and site
conditions.
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