FixCera StoneFlex

Thin Bed Floor and Wall Tile Adhesive

FixCera ™ StoneFlex is a cementitious highly polymer modified flexible adhesive specialized for fixing all types of natural stones over interior and exterior floors and walls. It is also particularly suitable for moisture sensitive natural stones.

Advantages

Highly polymer modified
Single component – just add water
Excellent bond strength
Specially suited for moisture sensitive natural stones
Fast setting
Convenient open time
Ideal for all types of natural stones
Also suitable for fixing all types and sizes of tiles
1 year warranty

Description

Highly polymer modified and flexible adhesive for fixing natural stones of all types in interior and exterior areas over floors and walls. Specially designed for moisture sensitive natural stones to prevent staining due to water ingress during installation.

Colors : Grey and White

Packaging : 20 kg Bags

Compliance

ANSI A 118.4TE
EN 12004 C2FTES1
ISO 13007 C2FTES1
IS 15477:2019 Type 3TS1 Adhesive

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) : Nil

Coverage : Approximately 2.3 m per 20 kg bag for a bed thickness of 6mm

Instructions for Use

Areas of Application

Best suited for installation of all types of natural stones/ tile in interior and exterior areas over floors and walls. Designed for moisture sensitive natural stones. Fast setting for low down time.

Substrate

The substrate to be tiled must be levelled, cured, undamaged, compact, rigid, resistant, dry, and free from any loose particles and damp risings.

Suitable Substrates

Concrete
Concrete Masonry
Cement based Screeds
Cement Mortar Beds
Cement Plaster
Cement Terrazzo
Brick Masonry
Existing Ceramic Tiles
Existing Natural Stones
Existing Vitrified Tiles
Various Drywalls (consult manufacturer’s data)

Surface Preparation

All surfaces must be dimensionally stable as per IS 1443 (1972)
If the adhesive is to be applied onto a cement based surface, ensure that the substrate to be tiled has cured for a minimum of 7 days before application of the adhesive
It is recommended to always dampen absorbent cement-based surfaces
Ensure that the back of the tile or stone to be fixed is free of any dust or coating

Adhesive Preparation

Pour clean potable water into a container and to it add FixCera™ StoneFlex and mix until a smooth consistency is attained. Add more water to the mixture if needed to obtain the desired consistency. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes and remix again before use. Ensure to always add adhesive to water and not vice-versa.

Mixing Proportion

Approximately 5.5L of clean potable water is required for one 20 kg bag of FixCera™ StoneFlex.

Installation

Dampen the substrate and remove any excess water before applying the adhesive, and ensure that the area is shaded from sunlight
Apply the adhesive onto the substrate with the straight edge of a trowel with a scraping motion to ensure optimum surface contact
Then apply the additional adhesive with an appropriate notched trowel
To ensure maximum adhesion it is important to apply a sufficiently thick layer of the adhesive
For large tile with anyone side greater than 300mm should be back buttered with the same adhesive to appropriate thickness
It is crucial to check samples and make sure that the back of the tile is completely bedded in the adhesive with total coverage
Any excess adhesive should be cleaned from the surface of the tile with a wet cloth or sponge while the adhesive is fresh