It is advisable to fix the tile masonry on special solutions and adhesives that provide a sufficient level of bond strength. Excellent adhesion to the base is observed due to the inclusion of special additives, fillers and polymers. An example of a quality product is Vetonit glue for tiles, which is sold in stores in a variety of options for any work with tiles.
- Advantages of Vetonit Tile Adhesives
- Standard compounds "Vetonit"
- Vetonit Optima
- Easy fix
- Granit fix
- Characteristics of improved formulations
- Profi Plus
- Ultra fix
- Ultra fix winter
- Mramor
- Absolut
- RF
- RFF
- Comparison of the cost of adhesives
Advantages of Vetonit Tile Adhesives
Weber company (Weber) occupies a leading position among manufacturers of dry mortar and other products for construction and repair. Under this brand, a whole line of means for laying tiles and porcelain tiles is produced - universal and specialized. All adhesives are divided into 2 groups - standard compositions and mixtures for solving complex problems, having an improved formula.
A large assortment of tile adhesives is one of the significant advantages of the brand, because both beginners and professionals will be able to choose a tool with the necessary characteristics that is really needed in the repair. An advantage is the high quality of Vetonit adhesives, confirmed by certificates of conformity. Weber tile adhesives also have other advantages:
- excellent adhesion with different surfaces (concrete, including cellular, brick, cement screed, gypsum coatings, cement-bonded particleboards, plastered and putty materials, etc.);
- the possibility of facing vertical and horizontal bases with all types of tiles - porcelain tiles, tiles, mosaics, clinkers, blocks, natural and artificial stones;
- good elasticity - means make it possible not to be afraid of cracking the seam when applied to vibrating substrates, unstable materials and surfaces subject to shrinkage;
- frost resistance - adhesives withstand from 75 cycles of freezing and thawing;
- low fluidity - the glue is convenient to apply, it holds the tile, preventing it from sliding on vertical surfaces;
- sufficient moisture resistance - the compositions can be used in rooms with high humidity.
Vetonit adhesives are suitable for indoor and outdoor use (depending on the specific product). With their help, you can lay tiles in any rooms and on terraces, socles, facades, balconies. The presence of such advantages determines the popularity of Vetonit in private and industrial construction.
Standard compounds "Vetonit"
Adhesives from the standard group are used for tiling floors and walls, if they do not have serious defects and other problems. Such bases include completely dried cement screeds, concrete floor and wall coverings, smooth brickwork. Only in this case, a sufficient level of adhesion of the adhesive to the surface will be provided. The mixture can be selected depending on the individual characteristics of the base material.
to contents ↑Vetonit Optima
This glue is the most bought among standard compositions. It can be applied on the surface inside and outside the room, ideal for ordinary tiles and glass mosaics. The advantages of the mixture are good contact with concrete, brick, plasters, uniform curing of the layer, economical consumption, excellent strength characteristics. “Vetonit Optima” is a self-leveling mixture, therefore, in the presence of moderate base defects, it is also allowed to use it.
Specifications "Optima" are as follows:
- time for adjusting the position of the plates - 10 minutes;
- the suitability of the solution for work - 2 hours;
- adhesion - 0.5 MPa;
- layer thickness (maximum) - 1 cm;
- temperature during work - + 5 ... + 30 degrees;
- consumption - 1.29 kg / sq. m
Easy fix
"Vetonit Easy Fix" is resistant to water, therefore it is most often used for decorating rooms with high humidity with medium format porcelain stoneware, tiles. The mixture is great for renovating bathrooms, saunas, showers. Among other things, the glue has increased frost resistance: it easily tolerates up to 100 cycles of freezing and thawing, therefore it is suitable for outdoor use. In addition to cement, brick bases, Vetonit Easy Fix is suitable for such materials:
- cement-lime plasters;
- gypsum fiber, drywall;
- cement-bonded slabs.
When applying Easy Fix glue it is important to consider one feature. In order for the base to reliably connect to the tile, within 48 hours it is necessary to ensure uniform temperature of the surface, masonry, mortar. Technical characteristics of the adhesive are as follows:
- the viability of the solution is 2 hours;
- adjustment time - 10 minutes;
- adhesive layer - 1.5 cm;
- adhesion - 0.6 MPa;
- consumption - 1.29 kg / sq. m;
- temperature during work - + 5 ... + 30 degrees.
Granit fix
This glue is intended for non-standard types of tiles: porcelain stoneware, mosaics, clinker, double-fired ceramics. Suitable for ordinary ceramic tiles. The glue is characterized by even higher frost resistance - withstands 150 cycles of freezing / thawing. It is suitable not only for finishing floor, wall bases inside and outside the house, but also for installing underfloor heating systems and for spot gluing insulation. The adhesive mixture is very flexible, does not absorb water after drying, practically does not shrink, and has minimal fluidity.
Specifications:
- the color of the mixture is gray;
- the viability of the solution is 2 hours;
- tile correction time - 15 minutes;
- adhesion level - 0.8 MPa;
- adhesive layer - up to 1.5 mm;
- consumption - 1.29 kg / sq. m;
- temperature during operation - + 5 ... + 30 degrees.
Characteristics of improved formulations
When working with complex substrates, experts recommend the use of adhesive products with reinforced parameters with increased adhesion. These adhesives are particularly suitable for such substrates:
- paint and varnish coatings, including deeply stuck;
- worn linoleum;
- waterproofing;
- highly absorbent, porous materials;
- uneven, old concrete, brickwork;
- Self-leveling floors;
- corrugated materials;
- non-demountable old coatings.
to contents ↑The improved compositions include special components that allow you to reliably hold the tile in the conditions of "problem" masonry: in rooms with high humidity, temperature extremes, vibration, physical and thermal stresses. Some adhesives can easily withstand even being under water or contact with aggressive fluids.
Profi Plus
A distinctive feature of this composition is the ability to securely fasten even large porcelain tiles. “Profi Plus” glue is used for standard tiles, as well as for:
- facing surfaces with complex relief;
- heated floors;
- facades and socles;
- gypsum fiber, gypsum plasterboard sheets;
- porous materials with a high level of water absorption;
- soundproof coatings;
- clinker.
The product is frost-resistant (75 cycles of freezing / thawing), characterized by low dust formation, which is important when installing tiles inside residential premises. To improve adhesion to the surface after applying the adhesive layer, the tile is pressed with force. Technical parameters are as follows:
- the ability to adjust masonry - 15 minutes;
- the viability of the solution is 2 hours;
- adhesion - 1 MPa;
- layer thickness - up to 1.5 cm;
- temperature during work - + 5 ... + 30 degrees;
- consumption - 1.35 kg / sq. m
Ultra fix
The composition of "Ultra Fix" is perfect for gluing any large-format tiles, porcelain tiles, the heaviest stone blocks. Its frost resistance is very high: up to 150 cycles of freezing and defrosting will not harm the glue line. In addition, the adhesive has increased heat resistance and can be used for installation of underfloor heating systems. The thick mixture does not flow, does not crack after solidification, does not crumble. Glue of the Ultra brand is one of those that are suitable for any substrates, including old paint, plaster, GVL, GKL, cement putties. Here are its specifications:
- the viability of the solution is 3 hours;
- adjustment time - 15 minutes;
- adhesion - 1.4 MPa;
- adhesive layer - up to 1.5 cm;
- operating temperature - + 5 ... + 30 degrees;
- consumption - 1.29 kg / sq. m
Ultra fix winter
The parameters of this glue differ little from the previous tool. The difference is only in the minimum temperature limit during operation, it is -10 degrees. Also, “Ultra Fix Winter” has an increased consumption per square meter of surface - about 3.5 kg with the same maximum layer thickness (1.5 cm). The temperature of the surface after drying of the adhesive can be -30 ... + 70 degrees.
Using this glue, it is possible to fix the tiles in freezing rooms, including in winter, as well as in rooms with high humidity. Adhesive can be used for cladding socles, balconies in winter, it is only important to thoroughly clean them from ice and not to dilute the dry mixture with hot water. The width of the tile joints should not be less than 1-2 mm, which compensates for the possible deformation of the masonry. If a very large tile is laid with glue, it must be applied to two surfaces (the inner part of the cladding and the actual wall, floor).
Mramor
Glue "Marble" has a white color, it is used to finish surfaces with different types of decorative tiles - transparent, light shades, translucent, with veins, as well as mosaics. High adhesion to the base makes it possible to apply glue on large-format and conventional plates, and heat resistance allows it to be used on coatings heating up to +85 degrees.
The product is not afraid of high humidity, creates a strong adhesive joint even on a painted surface. Glue cannot be applied only to substrates that have been previously treated with Concrete Contact primers. Here are the technical specifications of Mramor:
- tile correction time - 20 minutes;
- the pot life of the mixture is 3 hours;
- adhesion - 1.8 MPa;
- layer thickness - 1.5 cm;
- operating temperatures - + 5 ... + 30 degrees;
- consumption - 1.29 kg / sq. m
Absolut
The tool is especially recommended for use when facing old coatings: with waterproofing, linoleum, painted substrates. Absolut is also well suited for laying any large-format tiles, blocks and porcelain tiles on standard and complex surfaces. The glue is elastic, plastic, has good viscosity and does not flow, does not allow the tile to slide.
After drying, the adhesive seam does not shrink. Also Absolut glue is able to correct small and medium defects of the bases. Most often it is used for facing fountains and pools, terraces, open areas and paths, since it has a wide range of operating temperatures (-30 ... + 85 degrees). Main parameters:
- adjustment time - 20 minutes;
- the viability of the solution is 3 hours;
- adhesion - 1.8 MPa;
- consumption - up to 3.5 kg / sq. m
RF
Increased operational properties allow the use of this tool for sticking tiles of any quality and size on flat bases and surfaces with defects. Glue is used for facing steps, stairs, bases with height differences and the presence of old coatings that cannot be removed. RF glue is frost-resistant, it can be used in unheated rooms and for outdoor work. It is notable for its great viability - up to 5 hours, as well as the increased time for which it is possible to correct the position of the plates - 20 minutes. Other characteristics:
- adhesion - 1 MPa;
- layer thickness - 1.5 cm;
- consumption - up to 3.5 kg / sq. m .;
- operating temperature - -30 ... + 85 degrees.
RFF
The glue has a slight difference in technical parameters compared to the previous tool - the solution has a longer lifetime (30 minutes), the maximum operating temperature is slightly lower (up to +70 degrees). Otherwise, the characteristics are similar, but the difference lies in the quick drying of the glue line - it seizes 14 times more likely than analogues. Therefore, the adhesive is mainly used for emergency work on facing complex bases:
- cellular concrete;
- painted, plastered surfaces;
- unstable materials;
- deformable surfaces;
- waterproofing.
Comparison of the cost of adhesives
All products are available in 25 kg bags. In the standard category, the most expensive is the Granite Fix mix (420 rubles), Optima costs 350, Easy Fix costs 290. Much more expensive adhesives of the improved category:
- Profi Plus - 610 rubles;
- “Marble” - 1350;
- Ultra Fix - 750;
- Ultra Fix Winter - 790;
- Absolute - 650;
- RF 1460
- RFF - from 800.
Most products have an affordable price when compared with peers in the respective categories. Given the excellent quality and economical consumption, the compositions from "Weber" justifiably occupy a leading position in purchasing power from users.
