It is specially formulated to use in glass tile installations.
Thinset consistency for large wall tile.
Non slump formula allows for easier medium bed installation up to 3 4 in thick of large floor tiles.
The white finish helps to enhance the look of glass tiles mosaics and translucent tile or stone.
Make sure to dial in the right consistency during the first mixing stage.
Learn how to mix thinset mortar for your tile project.
Thinset is a mortar that is made of portland cement silica sand and moisture retaining agents.
Thinset mortar is your default tile mortar for most indoor and outdoor applications.
Preventing large format tile from sagging or slipping during installation can be accomplished in several ways.
Good adhesion for ceramic porcelain and natural stone tiles with one or more sides greater than 15 in.
Start by pouring the water into your large bucket.
Add about half of your water to the bucket then add some thinset and mix.
Never add water after the slaking period.
Mixing the thinset mortar.
Cover your work surface with plastic sheeting.
For use on floors only.
Laticrete s glass tile adhesive mortar is a one step non sag polymer fortified adhesive mortar.
Refer to the package for specific mixing ratios based on the size.
Pour in the appropriate amount of powder for the job and start mixing it in with your margin trowel until all the thinset.
Put on a dust mask to protect yourself from inhaling the thinset.
Thinset tile mortar has a smooth slippery consistency similar to mud.
Thin set should be mixed to the consistency of peanut butter.
How to spread thinset evenly for tile walls 1.
A common solution involves use of a special non sag thinset mortar that is designed to stone tile weighing up to 6 pounds per square foot.
Step by step instruction on how to mix different types of thinset mortars.
While specific instructions vary by manufacturer the basics are the same.
Pour thinset powder into the bucket or mixing tray.
Dry thinset and water should be mixed in a bucket in stages.
This thinset has fantastic workability and garners an ultra white finish.
After the thinset has completely slaking it will probably thicken up just a bit but once you start mixing it will thin back up to a workable consistency.
It is applied to the substrate with a notched trowel.
