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Saint-Gobain established in 1665 in France, is the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs and employs about 193 000 people in 64 countries. Saint-Gobain manufactures and distributes building materials, providing innovative solutions to meet growing demand in emerging economies, for energy efficiency and for environmental protection.

Saint-GobainEstablished in 1665Employees: 193,000Present in 64 countries2012 SALES : € 43.2 billion

A strategic focus on sustainable habitat

We are constantly innovating to make homes more comfortable, cost-efficient and sustainable worldwide. Saint-Gobain solutions span from self-cleaning windows and photovoltaic glass to smart insulation systems, water supply systems, solar solutions and building materials distribution.

As market leader in all our businesses, we offer solutions to the major challenges of energy efficiency and environmental protection. No mat-

ter what new needs emerge in the habitat and construction markets, the future is made of Saint-Gobain.

An innovation-driven Group

Since 1665, Saint-Gobain has consistently demonstrated its ability to invent products that improve quality of life.

As one of the top 100 industrial groups in the world, Saint-Gobain continues to deploy its technological know-how, often in partnership with the most prestigious universities and laboratories.

To give an idea of our commitment to innovation, 20% of Saint-Gobain products did not exist five years ago.

A group driven by innovation

For the third year in a row, Saint-Gobain has been included in the Thomson Reuters Top 100 global innovators ranking.

The list is based on the number of unique patents, the number of patents accepted compared with the number fi-led, and their international scope and renown.

Saint-Gobain 2012 turnover by activity

Saint-Gobain weber is part of Saint-Gobainconstruction products

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Innovative Material

BuildingDistribution

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Nº1 worldwide

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Nº1 in EUPackaging

Nº2 worldwide

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Weber History

1900 • Both companies Weber et Broutin were founded in France in the early 20th century. George Weber and Jean-Baptiste Broutin made gypsum and lime based façade renders in their factories in Paris. They merged in 1927.1946 • After world war 2, the company expanded into the reconstruction market.1970 • It became part of the Poliet group in 1970, and gradually expanded.1982 • In 1982 Weber et Broutin started to develop on European markets.1990 • Weber accelerates its European expansion: Italy, Germany, Eastern Europe...1996 • Weber joined the Saint-Gobain group. The company became Saint-Gobain Weber.1998 • Take over of Quartzolit and Concreto in South America. At the same time, Asia became Weber’s second development zone outside Europe, with operations in Thailand, China, and Malaysia.2008 • Saint-Gobain acquired Maxit Group, extending the presence of Weber to Nordic countries and Baltic, whilstreinforcing it in Germany, Benelux, Central and Eastern Europe, Russia and China.2009 • Saint-Gobain Weber, finalized a joint-venture agreement with SODAMCO in the Middle East, extending the operations to Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Oman, and opening good opportunities of development in this region.2012 • SODAMCO is fully integrated in Saint-Gobain group which enables Saint-Gobain Construction Products Sector to develop the various innovative products and solutions offered to all real estate sustainable development projects namely residential or infrastructure projects in the future.

Saint-Gobain Weber presence in the world

Weber, is the world leader in premixed mortars. Weber develops solutions for façades, tile fixing, masonry, solutions based on technical mortars, solutions for interior walls and lightweight expanded clay aggregates.

Founded in Lebanon in 1985, SODAMCO manufactures and markets quality construction chemical products particularly suitable to the building standards and specific climate conditions in more than 8 countries of the Middle East and the Gulf. In 2012, Sodamco-Weber was fully integrated in Saint-Gobain group. Sodamco-Weber entities are recognized as “Construction Chemicals Experts” in the region, after 26 years of continuous growth.

Saint-Gobain Weber worldwide presenceThe weber brand embraces the different companies that operate under its banner.A large network of point of sales supported by more than 200 production units in 48 countries.

Saint-Gobain WeberEstablished in 1900Employees: 10,000Present in 48 countriesHas 180 factories

Sodamco-Weber workforce exceeds 600 employees including 230 specialized professionals committed to provide insightful and valuable assistance to their customers.Sodamco-Weber is renowned for the quality of its technically advanced products as well as the excellence of its assistance on sites and the reliability of its after-sale service.

Sodamco-Weber’s products are developed through extensive research and development and are subject to strict quality control procedures. The finished products are in conformity with European (EN), British (BS) and American (ASTM) standards.

Sodamco-Weber is also an environmental, health and safety oriented company.

Sodamco-Weber’s standards compliancesISO 9001:2000 - ISO 9001:2008 - ISO 14001:2004 - OHSAS 18001:2007

Sodamco-Weber provides innovative solutions to many leading contracting companies in the region. Its product range fits a wide variety of projects, from low-cost housings to the most prestigious and technically-demanding towers and complex structures.

Tile FixingFaçade Renders & Insulation SystemsTechnical & Repair mortarsWaterproofingPlastering MortarsFlooringAdmixtures for Concrete

Sodamco-WeberEstablished in 1985Over 600 employeesPresent in 8 countriesHas 8 factories

• Develop products & solutions that meet customer satisfaction in every market.• Develop long term relationship with customers.• Produce locally in markets with high potential to offer better service level to customers.• Gain and maintain leadership positions in relevant markets and segments.• Capitalize on attrackting and retaining the best staff and experts in our field.• Promoting growth and a challenging and safe work environment.

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Tile fixing step by step .........................................................................................................P. 6How to select your tile adhesives...................................................................................P. 8How to evaluate and prepare the substrate before tiling................................P. 9How to achieve a suitable adhesive layer ................................................................P. 12Products selector guide........................................................................................................P. 16

Tile fixing - Professional advice

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3- Depending on tile size, the adequate tile fixing technique must be chosen. Ordinary fixing can be used for tiles with dimensions of less than 900 cm², and the back buttering method (applying adhesive on both substrate and back of the tile) should be used with tiles dimension more than 900 cm², i.e.: spread the adhesive on the back of the tile with the help of a notched trowel.

5- During the application, some of the fixed tiles should be lifted randomly to check if the adhesive stripes are well smashed. Check that the whole area of the back of the tile is completely filled with the tile adhesive.

2- The size of the notched trowel to be used during the tiling job should be chosen depending on the size of the tile to be fixed and the substrate conditions. All the back surface of the tile must be in contact with the tile adhesive and the substrate.

4- When laying a tile, place it slightly away from its final position and drag it to its final place by making a slight movement with your hands. Use a rubber hammer if necessary to ensure that the adhesive strips are well smashed.

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7- The adhesive or the grout mortar must be mixed with the correct amount of water that is mentioned on the packaging. The water used to mix the mortars should be clean. The mortars are mixed with an electrical mixer in slow motion until achieving a homogeneous paste free of lumps. The mortars should not be liquid; they should have a pasty aspect. The final coverings must be grouted after the drying of the tile adhesive.

9- During the cleaning phase, the use of excess water should be avoided. Otherwise the colored grout mortar could present some patches and become white at the surface. The final cleaning procedure should also be done carefully in order not to drag grout powder onto the tiles surface, or cause patches and spots on the grouts. A damp cloth or sponge should be used to clean the tiles from residual grout mortar.

8- The grouting mortars should be applied with a rubber trowel diagonally in relation to the direction of the joints. The grouting procedure should ensure that the joints are completely filled. At the end of the application, the covering should be generally cleaned to remove excess of grout or dust that is over the tiles, avoiding that these possible excess of mortars can harden on the tiles, making the final cleaning much more difficult.

6- The joints must be cleaned from the excess of tile adhesive so that they can be completely grouted. This cleaning procedure will contribute to have joints completely filled with the grout mortar, ensuring a better resistance and color aspect.

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AREA OF USE:The environment and general conditions under which the tile adhesive will be used are important factors to evaluate. Is it an internal or external application, on a facade or in a swimming-pool, in a light or heavy traffic area, next to the sea, in the mountains, etc...? All these conditions will affect the choice of the tile adhesive. For example, in an exterior environment, the thermal and mechanical stresses will be much higher than internal areas. As well, a special application such as a swimming pool or a façade requires an advanced tile adhesive with additional characteristics to withstand the expected movements and stresses.

SUBSTRATE:The type of substrate is important to select the right tile adhesive: plaster, blocks, concrete, over a waterproofing membrane, on wood, gypsum board or tiles on tiles. Is it a porous or non-porous substrate? Is it hard, flat, a wall or a floor? All these details need to be taken into account to adapt the type of tiles and the tile adhesive.

TYPE OF TILES:The ceramic or stone tiles should be selected according to the specifications and requirements of the site as well as the type of substrate. Ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, mosaics, natural stones, granite, artificial stones, slates, etc... all these tiles have very different characteristics. The porosity of the tile or stone should always be checked before choosing the tile adhesive. The size and weight also play a major role in the adhesive’s choice. The thickness of the tile as well: for thin tiles, a fast-setting adhesive should be selected to avoid warping/bending of the tile. Finally, the color, especially for highly-absorbing stones, is important, as a beige or grey adhesive could cause stains to appear on the front of white stones or marble for instance.

Internal tiling

Tiling in high traffic area

Tiling a swimming-pool

Façade tiling

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How to evaluate and prepare the substrate before tiling

Flatness

Porosity

Hardness

Flatness is normally checked with a ruler of 2 m. The defects should not be greater than 5 mm along the length of the ruler. Greater substrate defects should be corrected before tiling.

A low absorption substrate is one that takes more than one minute to absorb the water upon wetting. If the water is rapidly absorbed (in less than a minute) the substrate can be considered as highly porous and a primer must be used to reduce its porosity and increase adherence of tile adhesive.

The hardness of the substrate should be checked at several points with the help of a nail. The substrate is considered hard if the scratches that can be caused by the nail are superficial. If the substrate is not hard enough, it should be removed and properly cured before laying the tiles.

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When the substrate is cement or ceramic based, its strength cohesion should be checked before tiling. Check for voids and weak points using a hammer. Hollow sounds indicate that the substrate is weak and poor in adherence. In such cases, it is necessary to identify the ho l low area and to work on it again for a better adherence using a new mortar or new similar tiles.

When the substrate is painted, the adhesion square test should be performed. Draw small squares 2x2 mm, with a sharp knife on a surface of 10x10 cm. If 80% of squares stay fixed to the substrate, the paint has good adhesion and new covering can be directly fixed using the recommended tile adhesive.In some situations, like tiling on gypsum boards, it may be necessary to prime the substrate to increase adhesion.

The substrate must always be clean, free from dust, oils, paints or any other substance that decreases the adhesion of the tile adhesive.In concrete substrates, the remains of demolding oils, surface water repellents products, or low resistance surface concrete should be removed. This can be done with high pressure water jet, sandblasting or brushing.

Substrate must be completely dry before being covered.Cement based substrates shall have a moisture level not exceeding 10% before covering. Gypsum based substrates should not have moisture higher than 3%.

Check that there is no rising in humidity by capillary action. In such a case, specific waterproofing treatment is needed, before applying the tile adhesive over the substrate.

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Types of joints

The coverings are subjected to many stresses as a result of temperature and humidity changes, as well as the loads and strains that the structure has to withstand. To avoid debonding of tiles, plan and use joints between the tiles to decrease or absorb these stresses.

When fixing ceramic or natural stone tiles, or other covering material, the use of joints should always be considered between tiles, floors and walls.

Tile grouts / tile joints are used in the spaces left between two tiles. The width of these joints must be calculated according to the characteristics of the covering material and the usage of the final covering.

Their major role is to: • Absorb some of the stresses of the final covering. • Compensate any dimensional differences between tiles. • Facilitate the replacement of tiles if some maintenance is needed.

The fraction joints separate a large continuous tiled area in smaller areas. The maximum tiled area recommended for floors is:• Interior floors 32 m² or when one of the edges has a length of 8 m.• Exterior floors 25 m² or when one of the edges exceeds 5 m length.• Interior walls: 32 m² or when one of the edges exceeds the length of 8m. • Exterior walls: every 3 m horizontally a joint must be made and every 5 m vertically.

Structural joints serve as the space between two structures planned in the building project to avoid stresses from the building movements and mechanical loads (i.e: joint that separates two apartment blocks). Such joints exist during the construction phase of the building, and must be respected when the final covering is being placed.

Perimeter or concrete joints are used where the floors and walls meet, or in the corners of walls.Their main functions are to: • Separate between several areas the final surface covering. • Decrease the stresses that are generated by the movements of the substrate and the final covering itself.

When large areas are being covered, the recommendations for fraction joints and structural joints must be respected, especially in high traffic areas.

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This can cause a damp, musty smell in showers and other wet areas. Any water leaks are made worse by having channels available for water to run through. Externally, any trapped water can freeze and the associated expansion can push tiles off (debonding).

The adhesive layer performs a number of functions:- it sticks the tile to the surface- it absorbs differential movements between the substrate and the tiles- it protects the substrate from water- it absorbs deflections- it enables the tiler/applicator to adjust the height of each tile- it rectifies limited errors in the substrate.

A suitable bed of adhesive is comprised between 3mm and 10 mm maximum thickness.(A 1.5mm deep adhesive bed is recommended for mosaic tiles).An improper adhesive layer can cause many problems in the life of the installation.

Voids behind the tiles allow access to any water that penetrates the grout

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Ceramic tiles are inherently brittle and therefore any area of the tile that is not fully supported is vulnerable when subjected to a localised load. Examples could be: a chair leg, something being dropped, or any heavy item on small feet such as a kitchen appliance.

If the bed is too thin, the cement-based adhesive may dry out very quickly and not gain strength.In the case of floors where some movement is expected, the adhesive is required to giveflexibility and its ability to do this is severely limited if it is too thinly applied.On the other hand,if the adhesive bed is too thick, the adhesive can take a few days to dry, thus causing adhesion problems. As well, cracks could appear in the adhesive layer,causing debonding of tiles.

Voids leave floors susceptible to point loads

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Some tiles and natural stones (e.g. limestone and marble) will show a shadow on the face where the adhesive is in contact behind. Voids will be visible from the front of the tiles. Areas where there is no contact between the tile and the adhesive bed will not be bonded. A 50% contact will therefore result in only 50% of the overall bond strength across the tile.

Tip: For light-colored natural stones, use an extra white adhesive like weber.col fast or weber.col F1 to avoid that stains appear on the front of the stone.

Using the appropriate trowel helps to ensure that an even layer of adhesive is achieved and leaves ribs that allow for adjustment of the tile height. For wet areas, exterior areas and all floors, it is necessary to achieve a solid bed of adhesive under the tile. The adhesive should be applied in a consistent manner using the correct type of trowel. The tile should be pressed into place with a twisting and/or sliding action to ensure a good contact with the adhesive. It is recommended that during fixing, an occasional tile is lifted back up, to verify that the desired contact is being achieved.

Use a suitable notched trowel

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Thickness of adhesive bed depending on area

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Mosaic tilesNotch size: 3 x 3 mmTooth width: 3 mm

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Large tilesIf the tiles are very large or have largestuds or ribs on the back it may benecessary to back-butter the tile as wellas spreading the adhesive on thesubstrate.

Solid �nished bed 3 mm deep

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Notch size: 8 x 8 mm Tooth width: 8 mm

Notch size: 6 x 6 mmTooth width: 6 mm

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It is recommended for tiles more than 900 cm² to have adhesive buttered onto the tiles back as well. Use a square notched trowel of size 6 mm x 6 mm for tiles size ≤ 2000 cm² and 9 mm x 9 mm for tiles size > 2000 cm²

* Primer is required, consult company for advice** Tile size up to 60 x 60 cm on interior floors is allowed. For tiles applied above 6m from the ground on exterior walls, weber.col flex is required.*** For exterior walls, tiles applied above 6m from the ground should not exceed 2000 cm² . In case of fixing mosaics in swimming-pools, weber.col flex is highly recommended.

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• In the case of mosaics with tile size 2.5 x 2.5 cm the tile thickness of 5 mm was used to calculate the consumption. These values only give an indication about the grout consumption. The actual product consumption will depend on the job site conditions when grouting. • Tile grout consumption formula for weber.joint perfect,weber.joint, weber.joint epo and weber.joint epo WB: C = 0.18 x E x H x [(L + W) / (L x W)] C : Consumption (kg/m²) E : Joint Width (mm) H : Tile Thickness (mm) L : Tile Length (cm) W : Tile Width (cm) • weber.joint glitter consumption formula: C = 0.16 x E x H x [(L + W) / (L x W)]

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Case 3: Fast and perfect tile fixing with time constraints ................................Case 4: Tiling over existing tiles and painted surfaces ......................................Case 5: Tiling in wet areas ( bathrooms,etc...) .........................................................Case 6: Floor tiling with large tiles .................................................................................Case 7: Tiling with thin tiles ................................................................................................Case 8: Tiling on gypsum plaster .....................................................................................

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Case 13: Application of tile grouts ...............................................................................P. 44 Case 14: Tiling and grouting in industries/heavy duty sites ........................P. 46 Case 15: Special tiles .............................................................................................................P. 48

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e 1 Comfort for the user is our main concern. Especially in renovation works, it is important that

the works be fast and clean, with minimum handling of existing furniture and minimum disturbance for the whole family. The dust is one of the main enemies for internal residential renovation works. Simply by selecting the good adhesive, you can reduce drastically the level of dust produced on the job site, and benefit of a faster and cleaner work.

Renovation job sites generate different constraints

Fast tile fixing

Advantages of Sodamco-Weber Low Dust technology for tile adhesives

- Unavailability of the premises for a certain time- Dusty sites: • Furniture to be removed to avoid being covered with dust • Other rooms to be invaded by dust escaping from the bags, during handling, pouring and mixing the product- Longer delays to clean the site after finishing the works and before setting it back to traffic- Extra costs due to the slow pace of the works

Fast-setting adhesives, like weber.col fast and weber.col F1, both with Low Dust technology, provide rapidity, to set the job site back in service quicker than usual.

With our exclusive Low Dust technology, once tried, tile applicators won’t use anything else. Tilers benefit from these time-saving products which are increasing their efficiency and ensuring a more comfortable environment.Benefits of Sodamco-Weber Low Dust technology:• 90 % less dust when pouring and mixing • Cleaner working environment• Cleaner working sites• Make renovation easier and quicker • Improved workability (easy to apply)• Reduce quantity of dust in the warehouse/storage place

Low Dust tile adhesive

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Tile groutingBefore grouting,with weber.joint or weber.joint perfect wait at least 3 hours after application of weber.col fast or weber.col F1 (fast-setting adhesives) or at least 24 hours when using any standard setting adhesive.

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Tile adhesiveApply the Low Dust adhesive using a suitable notched trowel, adapted to the size of the stones and the flatness of the substrate.All Low Dust adhesives benefit of improved workability when spreading the adhesive.

Substrate should be dry and free from dust or any traces of old materials that could impede a good adhesion with the tiles. In case of tiling over existing tiles or coating, check the adherence and repair the hollow areas or replace debonded tiles.

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*Low Dust version of weber.col WP available only in Lebanon, UAE and Oman

**Low Dust version of weber.col plus available only in Lebanon, UAE, Oman and Qatar

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Extra time required to fill multiple holes

Combination of problems

Some natural stones vary in thickness

Using a notched trowel at constant angle provides an even distribution of adhesive onto the substrate. If the tiles are all bedded with a similar force they should be at the same height with only minimal unevenness. However, if the substrate is not properly leveled, it becomes more difficult to achieve and there is more chance that some edges and dents will stand out of the final surface.

Localized deep holes, may result in a bed thickness that exceeds the specification for a thin bed adhesive application. Patching and leveling such holes and slumps can be time consuming if they are numerous.

In some instances, when tiling over a layer of existing ceramic tiles, the above mentioned problems may be combined.As well, some tiles may need to be removed.

Uncalibrated natural stones are stones that have been split along their natural fracture planes rather than machine cut. The result is a stone that varies in thickness within each stone and among different pieces. These types of stones require an adhesive that can be applied at a greater thickness than normal.

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Surface to be tiled should be sound and clean, free from dust, oil, loose laitance, grease, moulds, or any contaminating material. Applicators must ensure that the tiles are clean, free from dust and contaminants that could impair adhesion. The tile adhesive must be totally cured before the tile grout application.Tiling on walls:If the walls are not properly aligned or of poor quality, it is necessary to reskim using Premix. skim coat or Conrep.360 FFR to ensure better results.Tiling on floors: It is particularly important to ensure a solid flat surface as concrete floor on which tiling can be applied.

Important Note• The faster the problems are noticed, the easier it will be to replace or fix. A misplaced tile after 24 hours or more cannot be easily removed as the adhesive would have hardened.

Tile adhesiveTiling of uneven surfaces can be done with weber.col plus, weber.col bond or weber.col flex.For large format tiles bigger than 900 cm², it is recommended to use the back buttering method.For extremely large tiles bigger than 3600 cm², only a flexible tile adhesive like weber.col flex should be used. Also the back buttering method is recommended.

Tile groutingIt is recommended to have a minimum joint width of 2 mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least after 24 hours of fixing tiles, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.



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e 3 Constraints on job sites frequently involve to put the site back in service quickly, especially in

public areas like restaurants, airports, hospitals, etc… but also in commercial (shops,supermarkets)and residential buildings (corridors, living-rooms, etc…). The longer the works, the more it costs and disturbs the inhabitants and customers. Some fast solutions exist to reduce the time taken to fix and grout the tiles.

Timing constraints

The classic solution involves many constraints

• Corridors, stairs, halls… need to be back in service rapidly, in order not to slow the works progress.

• Eliminate the old coating, break existing tiles : these works are always hard to perform, and costly.

• Sometimes it requires to renovate (or even re-do) the whole substrate, instead of doing only some small patching works.

• Furthermore, all these heavy works require a certain curing and waiting time before beginning the tiling works.

• Finally, the use of fast-setting tile adhesives can help to do the job faster than with other adhesives.

• For small rooms : bathrooms, toilets,... the possibility to perform tile fixing and grouting on the same day allows to optimize the works organization and reuse of the facility.

• In renovation works, in inhabited houses,… the rapidness of works is a must

• In renovation of public places, like in shopping malls, restaurants, hotels, airports, etc… each hour of unavailability due to the works causes a loss in sales.

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• Check cohesion of the substrate and eliminate all parts that are not well bonded.• With a high-pressure jet, eliminate dust and loose parts.• Eliminate all traces of oil and cleaning products as well, rinse and let it dry.• In case the substrate needs to be patched, apply a suitable repair mortar such as a thixotropic repair mortar Conrep.331 TX (until 50mm thickness in one coat).

Tile grouting• Wait 3 hours after the tiles were laid on the substrate.• We recommend weber.joint perfect, a high performance grout with Hydro Repell® and Mould Stop® technologies, at a width between 1.5 and 20mm.

Tile adhesive• Use a fast-setting tile adhesive that will allow to set rapidly and perform the grouting job only 3 hours after tiling! (the usual waiting time between tiling and grouting is 24 hours). • For tiles over 900cm² surface (30x30cm), apply tile adhesive on both the substrate and the back of the tiles. Press well the tiles to ensure full adhesion of the tiles with the substrate.



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S = Old substrate, existing tiles or coating1 = Fast-setting tile adhesive weber.col fast or weber.col F12 = New tiles3 = Tile grout weber.joint perfect

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e 4 Difficulties with non-porous surfaces

Standard cement based tile adhesives rely on a mechanical adhesion to bond onto the substrate. The wet cement engages physically with small irregularities, pores on the surface and uses this to form a strong bond.When the surface is very smooth this grip is much weaker causing tiles to debond.Existing ceramic tiles and paints are non porous surfaces that are closed. Porcelain presents also a closed surface where the bonding effect may be difficult. These types of surfaces are largely impervious to water, whereas standard tile adhesive won’t gain strength until most of water dries out.

Tiling over existing tiles and painted surfaces

Efflorescence

Precautions

Advantages of tiling over existing tiles or paints

The other complication from slow extended drying is when joints are grouted before the drying is complete. The water will be trapped, and it subsequently permeates through the grout carrying dissolved salts from the substrate causing efflores-cence white deposit on the surface of the grout.

When tiling an area that is already tiled or painted, it is often necessary to invest considerable time in stripping and then repairing the substrate. It is sometimes much more straightforward to over tile the existing layer. However, this requires careful consideration and extra properties from the adhesive.

Painted surface must be checked to ensure it is firmly adhered, with no sign of flakiness. The surface must be free from dust, dirt, grease, oil or other contaminating material. The surface should be cleaned and allowed to dry.Existing ceramic tiles must be checked to ensure that they are firmly fixed, with no signs of any loose or drummy tiles.

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Drummy tiles should be removed and the gap should be filled with a suitable repair mortar, like Conrep.331 TX.

Important Note• In certain environments where high chemical resistance is needed, it is recommended to use weber.joint epo for grouting.

Tile adhesiveMix and apply weber.col plus with the suitable notched trowel.For large tiles, only a flexible tile adhesive like weber.col flex should be used. Also the back-buttering method is recommended.If the substrate is non porous (porcelain tiles, etc...), priming is highly recommended with weber.col prime

Tile groutingIt is recommended to have a minimum joint width of 2 mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least after 24 hours of fixing tiles, using weber.joint or weber.joint perfect.

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Joints between tiles are potential sources of water ingress, even if they are water-resistant.

Junctions between walls and floors (wall/wall, floor/wall) are under strong constraints and often represent a source of water ingress

Sensitive points around pipes, taps and fittings also frequently allow water penetration

Water leakage in walls lead to deterioration in adjoining rooms

Some substrates, particularly gypsum plaster and plasterboard, are very sensitive to humidity and have very little strength when wet. Continued water ingress will, over time, cause the substrate to disintegrate and fail.

As a final result, tiles can debond and cause the failure of the full system.

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2- Waterproofing layer and tile adhesive

3- Tile grouting

It is recommended to leave a minimum joint width of 2mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least 24 hours after fixing tiles, using weber.joint perfect, a high performance grout with Hydro Repell® and Mould Stop® technologies, to avoid the creation of fungus and to reduce water absorption from the joints.

Important Note• Fixing material must be chosen to suit the level of exposure to water. Please refer to products technical data sheets on www.sodamco.com or ask for technical advice to know the exact scope of use.

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• Check adhesion of existing substrate and scratch existing paint coatings• Replace hollow tiles with other tiles or fill the void with a suitable repair mortar, like Conrep.331 TX or other repair product. Clean the substrate and remove traces of dust, oil and other contaminants.• Rinse the substrate and let it dry


Tiling over sand bed:Apply 2 layers of waterproof.210 AFC, an acrylic waterproof membrane, between the concrete substrate and the sand bed. All corners should receive a band of plastic mesh or polyethylene between the 1st and 2nd layer of waterproof.210 AFC. After 24 hours minimum, fix the tiles with weber.col floor, a thick adhesive mortar applied above the sand bed. weber.col floor can be applied up to 40mm thickness.Tiling over concrete/plaster:• Cement-based system: Apply two coats of cementitious waterproofing membrane waterproof.130/140 PR with a band of polyethylene or plastic mesh embedded in the 1st coat.The application of waterproof.110/120 FX is recommended in all corners and junctions between walls and floors. Tile with weber.col plus or weber.col flex.•Acrylic-based system: Apply two coats of acrylic waterproofing membrane waterproof.210 AFC with a band of polyethylene or plastic mesh embedded in the 1st coat ( in all corners and sensitive points). Tile with weber.col WP or weber.col plus.

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Substrates move slightly with changes in temperature and moisture

Technical constraints

Large tiles suffer more strain levels than small tiles

Large tiles are placed under more stress by any deflection in the floor

When the substrate slightly expands or contracts due to changes in temperature or water content, tiles of different materials behave differently for example: • Shrinkage in the screed as it dries • Thermal expansion in hot weather • Moisture induced expansions caused by entrapped water • Thermal cycling of under-floor / under-tile warming systems

The increase in strain is cumulative across the width of the tile. The further a contact point is from the center of a tile, the more adjacent points in the tile and substrate will be stretched away from each other. For a given set of circumstances, a smaller tile will be less likely to delaminate than a larger one.

When non rigid substrate deflects, the rigid tile cannot behave in the same manner. For a given deflection in the substrate, the chord height that the tiles try to bridge will be higher for larger tiles.This may result in higher stresses; therefore it requires to use an adhesive with greater flexibility to prevent delaminating or breakage failures.

Large tiles are a must in all tiles showrooms nowadays.This trendy solution needs special application methods (2 persons to lay the tile, back-buttering method mandatory), and special care. We will treat here the case of large tiles only.The case of thin tiles will be explained in case number 7.

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Substrate must be clean and sound with enough resistance.Special attention must be given to new construction prior to laying ti les.The concrete needs to be cured for a minimum of 28 days.Flatness of the substrate is very important.A maximum tolerance of 3 mm difference each 2 meters is allowed.

Tile adhesiveIt is important to select an adhesive with the proper level of f lex ib i l i ty to accommodate the expected s t ra ins f rom e i ther differential settlement, thermal exposure, deflections or moisture variations of the substrate under load.For large size tiles bigger than 3600 cm², use the appropriate flexible tile adhesive such as weber.col flex, weber.col fast or weber.col F1. The back buttering method is mandatory to ensure a better transfer of adhesive on the back of the tile.Using an appropriate notched trowel, apply the tile adhesive evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.Ask for technical advice in case of special applications.

Tile groutingGrouting should be done at least 24 hours after fixing tiles, using weber.joint perfect.(only 3 hours after using weber.col fast or weber.col F1)To compensate the low quantity of joints induced by the large size of tiles, and to absorb dimensional changes, joint width should be at least 4 mm.

Important Note

• Select a flexible adhesive and leave a 4 mm minimum joint width between tiles when fixing large tiles.


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e 7 A few years ago, a new trend appeared in the tiles showrooms: the thin tiles. They are made

in ceramic, and their weight is two times lighter than a standard tile.To obtain a professional and clean result, special care should be taken when handling and f i x ing these tiles.


• Thin tiles are available in various sizes: from 30 x 30 cm to 100 x 300 cm. The solutions given in this case apply for tiles sizes up to 60 x 60 cm (maximum size of tile included in standards for tile adhesives). For tiles sizes above that, please consult our technical department.

• If the thin tile is supplied with a mesh on the back, the mesh and mesh adhesive should not cover more than 25% of the back of the tile, otherwise it could affect the final adhesion.

• The back-buttering method is mandatory to apply thin tiles: apply tile adhesive on both the substrate and the back of the tiles, to ensure full adhesion and avoid hollow spaces un der the tiles.

Tiling with thin tiles (3 to 5mm thickness)

• Thin tiles generally have a thickness between 3 and 5 mm, and a low porosity.

• Because of their low thickness, thin tiles are also more flexible than standard tiles. A deformable or flexible tile adhesive should be used.

• Because of their large size and their high flexibility, it is highly recommended to use a fast-setting tile adhesive, to avoid bending/ warping issues that would let the edges of the tiles go up in arrow shape. The use of a fast-setting tile adhesive will ensure that all the parts of the tile are well bonded with the substrate.

• These thin tiles cannot be applied in high-traffic areas. Not all the thin tiles have the same shock resistance. Therefore, some of them cannot be applied on floors or over a heated floor. It is important to check the scope of use of the tiles given by the tile manufacturer before applying them.

• Thin tiles need a very smooth and flat substrate (old tiles for instance). Due to their low thickness, it is not possible to correct the flatness defaults of the substrate. As well, to avoid that the tile adhesive goes out from the joints during application, it is recommended to use a tile adhesive with a not too fluid consistency.

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Tile groutingIf weber.col fast or weber.col F1 has been used for tiling, wait only 3 hours before grouting the tiles. With other tile adhesives, wait at least 24 hours before grouting the joints.The grouting will be ideally made with weber.joint perfect. For large tiles, to compensate the low quantity of joints that will be applied, the joints will have a width of at least 4mm.



Tile adhesiveUse a deformable fast-setting adhesive to fix thin tiles: weber.col fast or weber.col F1Use a 6 mm notched trowel for 30 x 30cm and 30 x 60 cm tiles, using the back-buttering methodUse a 9 mm notched trowel for 60 x 60 cm tiles, using the back-buttering method. For bigger sizes, consult our technical department.

To obtain a smooth flat surface, make a screed with Floortop.515 PSC, a premium self-levelling compound.Wait 3 days minimum before tiling.Check the flatness of the substrate: maximum tolerance is 3mm difference under the 2 meters ruler. Substrate must be clean and sound.

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Important Note• Use a fast setting adhesive to avoid bending/warping of thin tile edges.

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e 8 Gypsum plaster can only withstand

relatively small/light tiles

Gypsum plaster is water sensitive

Inconsistent quality of finishing

Cement based adhesives react with gypsum plaster

Gypsum plaster work should be firmly adhered to its substrate and sufficiently strong to support the specified tiling.Gypsum plaster is a relatively weak material (in comparison to wood, block work, concrete or other cementitious material). The maximum weight of tiling acceptable on a dry, well-adhered plaster background is of 20 kg/m². Plaster work should be completed at least 4 weeks prior to starting the tiling job. Even if the surface appears to be dry in less than 4 weeks, the layers underneath may not be properly dry nor fully cured.

Gypsum plaster is water sensitive and is therefore not an ideal substrate in wet areas such as bathrooms, showers, kitchens or wet rooms.

The finished surface of gypsum plaster can be inconsistent and varies depending on the surface conditions and the workmanship. The surface can be very dusty or, if over trowelled, it can be very dense and shiny.

When gypsum plaster comes into contact with cement, it forms a weak layer of ettringite that can cause the adhesive and plaster not to adhere properly. Careful preparation is needed to prevent this from happening.

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The substrate must be sound, clean and able to bare weight, free from dust, dirt, grease, oil or any contaminating materials prior to fixing tiles and prevent adhesion failure.It is mandatory to prime the surface with weber.col prime when using a cement based adhe-sive to minimize the risk of chemical reaction.

Tile adhesiveBefore fixing the tiles with a cementitious tile adhesive, the gypsum plaster substrate should be primed with weber.col prime.After priming the substrate, mix weber.col plus with the proper amount of water and apply it over the substrate us ing the se lected notched trowel to have a uniform thickness. For large format tiles bigger than 900 cm², it is recommended to use the back buttering method.Once the tiles are applied, press them firmly, ensuring a good adhesion between the tiles and the substrate.Tiling on gypsum substrates can be performed without priming using a dispersion tile adhesive such as weber.col putty.

Important Note• Gypsum plaster loses nearly its cohesive strength when wet, so it needs to be protected in areas where it could be subject to wetting such as wet areas. Therefore a protection is required when application in wet areas.

Tile groutingIt is recommended to have a minimum joint width of 2 mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least 24 hours after fixing tiles, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.Apply with a rubber trowel in a diagonal direction to completely fill the joint. Remove excess material from the surface with a damp sponge. When the grout is dry, clean it with a dry cloth.


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Climatic constraints

Precautions


Balconies should be designed with a certain slope to allow drainage. Water should not be allowed to stagnate.

The structure must be strong enough to support the expected load including tiles, adhesive, grouts and a screed if needed without undue movement.

In exterior applications such as balconies and terraces the thermal and mechanical stresses are much higher than in interior applications.

The substrate must be sound, clean and able to bear weight, free from dust, dirt, grease oil or any contaminating material before tiling to prevent adhesion failure.

External floors are subject to climatic conditions like rain water.Check the slopes of the substrate to be minimum 1.5 cm over 1m, in order to ensure the drainage of rainwater towards external sides of the terrace.

Extreme temperature variations can also lead to strong mechanical constraints (freezing, tiles expansion due to thermal variations).Achieve a draining mortar that will facilitate the evacuation of water. It will help the tile adhesive to dry and avoid carbonation that could lead to white traces on the grout.

Constant water saturation under the tiles will lead to debonding of tiles. This situation will be increased in case no slope has been included in the design.Use a high performance and water-resistant tile adhesive, as well as a high performance tile grout which will absorb the dimensional variations of the tiles.

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1- Tiling on terraces over a sand bed

2- Other application method or concrete substrate

Apply 2 layers of waterproof.210 AFC, an acrylic waterproof membrane, between the substrate and the sand bed.After 24 hours minimum, fix the tiles with weber.col floor, a thick adhesive mortar applied above the sand bed.

Important Note

• The existing design of a balcony should be of a rigid concrete construction, with a slope of 1.5 mm/m towards drainage point.

Tile grouting It is recommended to have a minimum joint width of 2 mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least after 24 hours of fixing tiles. (after 3 hours only when using weber.col fast or weber.col F1) we recommended weber.joint perfect, the low water-absorption grout with Hydro Repell® and Mould Stop® technologies, should be used.

Tile adhesive weber.col plus and weber.col flex are particularly adapted to this kind of application. In case of large white tiles or stones, weber.col fast or weber.col F1 can be used. The back-buttering method is mandatory (adhesive applied on the substrate and on the back of the tile) to ensure full adhesion between the tiles and the substrate, and to avoid voids in the adhesive layer. Apply the tiles and press them firmly, ensuring a good adhesion between the tiles and the substrate.

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e 10 Water ingress from the joints

Water expands on freezing

Weathering effects (elevated temperature)

Most cement-based products including grouts and adhesives are porous to some extent. Joints between tiles are not 100% waterproof and water can enter the joint by capilarity or in case of microcracks in the joint, that could cause the tiles to debond.These pores allow water to permeate through the grout into the adhesive and the substrate.Exterior tiling is exposed to more aggressive conditions than interior tiling. The effect of sun, wind, rain and frost shorten the life of the covering.

Pores in the grout will be vulnerable to frost damage. Voids behind the tile provide a possibility for water to gather and then to freeze.This can happen when the back-buttering method has not been used or if tiles have not been pressed enough in the tile adhesive.Water expands on freezing, and when this happens in a confined space, it generates enormous forces. In cold climates the cumulative effect of repetitive cycles of freeze (expansion) and thaw (contraction), cause cracks in the adhesive, which can reduce bonding dramatically.

With temperature variations, different materials expand and contract at different rates. This results in stresses between the different materials, which could cause debonding and result in delamination. Failure occurs when a ceramic tile expands and contracts with moisture and temperature at different rates than a concrete slab.

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Organize the works so that tile fixing will not be performed on surfaces exposed to the sun.Surface must be clean, dry, sound and free from dust, dirt, oil, grease or any contaminating material,...etc. Use a concrete repair mortar to repair holes and defects.Brick and block work Allow at least 6 weeks before tiling, ensuring that the wall face is sufficiently flat.ConcreteAllow at least 7 weeks before tiling onto new concrete to ensure that it is fully dry. Concrete smooth concrete surfaces may require additional priming with weber.col prime Allowance for movement Flexible fraction joints of 5 mm minimum should be incorporated every 3m horizontally and every 5m vertically.

Tile adhesiveIt is important to select an adhesive with the appropriate level of flexibility to accommodate the expected s t r a i n s f ro m e i t h e r differential thermal or moisture movement and / or deflection of the substrate under load. • For façades up to 6 m high, weber.col plus can be used, but weber.col flex is recommended.• Use weber.col flex for heights up to 28 m• Back-buttering method is mandatory to ensure full adhesion• Press well the tiles using a rubber hammer to ensure full transfer of tile adhesive with the substrate and the tile.Tile grouting It is recommended to have a minimum joint width of 4 mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least after 24 hours of fixing tiles, using weber.joint perfect.weber.joint perfect can be applied to a width of up to 20 mm.Remove any excess of adhesive from the joints to ensure full adhesion and filling of the gaps.

Important Note• It is important to use a flexible adhesive and a high performance grout with for external applications.


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Mechanical characteristics, hardness, cohesiveness of natural stones can differ a lot. Thus, natural stones are not regulated in terms of porosity and movement.Sandstone and limestone will be porous, granite and marble will be quite dense, slate could warp.

Same tile grouts can scratch soft glazed tiles (such as hand-made tiles) and the surface of soft stone (such as marble).

Some light-coloured natural stones require special care when fixing them.Stains and different shades are frequent phenomenons that appear when fixing light-coloured natural stones (especially limestone/marble tiles). This can result from a bad transfer of the tile adhesive between the substrate and the natural stone. As well, if a grey adhesive is used, this can make the tile appear darker in shade once installed. (Alkalis contained in the cementitious adhesive can create a natural chemical reaction)A spot-fixed method of application should not be used by tilers as it can result in shadows being seen from the tile face where the adhesive is in contact and it also increases the likelihood of pointload breakage.

Limestones, granite, marble, slates…Each type of natural stones has i ts own technical or aesthetical characteristics, and their composition can vary a lot compared to standard ceramic tiles. Fixing stones thus requires special care and ap-plication methods.

Identification of the product being installed is essential to allow for the correct preparation and application. In this Case/Solution, we will not speak about reconstituted/artificial stones that have a different composition and need other technics and products (fast-setting adhesives,...etc)

Not all natural stones have the same characteristics

Adhesive may shadow through light coloured tiles

Tiles may be susceptible to scratching

Different types of stones

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Substrate should be dry and free from dust or any traces of old materials that could impede a good adhesion with the stones. In case of tiling over existing tiles or coating, ch e c k t h e adherence and repair the hollow areas or replace debonded tiles. In case of very porous substrate (a water drop absorbed in less than a minute) or very smooth surface, apply the primer weber.col prime using a brush or a roll.


Stone grouting Before grouting, wait at least 3 hours after application of weber.col fast or weber.col F1 (fast-setting adhesives) or at least 24 hours when using a normal-setting adhesive. We recommend weber.joint perfect, at a width between 1,5 and 20 mm. The fineness of the grout particles reduces the risk of surface-scratching the tile. weber.joint perfect is the right product to grout polished marble and any tiles with a soft surface.



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e 12 Technical constraints

Pressure and counter-pressure

Chemical attacks

Swimming-pools are the ultimate wet areas for tiling, due to severe usage and maintenance conditions. In this case, the tile adhesive needs to have strong bonding and flexibility characteristics.And tile grouts need to be resistant to different kinds of attacks.

Tiles in permanent water immersion are submitted to water pressure or to counter-pressure when the pool is empty.

Thus, the tile adhesive needs to be enough water-resistant to ensure the good adhesion of tiles in all cases.

The chlorine used in pools and the use of detergents wil l directly impact the durability of tile grouts. The choice of an appropr iated chemical-resistant grout is important to build a long-lasting swimming-pool.As well, certain parts of the pool are exposed to more aggressive conditions than others:• The grout on the pool sides at the waterline may be exposed to greater erosion from water movement.• Pool surrounds may undergo stringent and frequent cleaning regimes.• Walls in rooms containing internal pools will be exposed to constantly high humidity and also need to have good water resistance

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Tile groutingGrouting should be done at least 24 hours after fixing tiles, using weber.joint perfect in private swimming pools. For public swimming-pools, it is recommended to use an epoxy based grout such as weber.joint epo.

Important Note• Allow at least 10 days after grouting before filling the pool.


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Fixing tiles/ mosaicsIt is important to select an adhesive with the appropriate level of flexibility to accommodate the expected strains from either differential thermal or water movement and/or deflection of the substrate under load. Prefer weber.col flex to fix tiles in private and public swimming pools.weber.col plus can be used to fix tiles in private swimming pools less than 80 m³( if ceramic tiles are used,not mosaics).but weber.col flex is recommended. Apply the tiles over the tile adhesive and press them firmly.

Ensure that the surface is clean, sound, free from dust, moulds, grease and laitance using high water pressure jet. Check the cohesion of the substrate, and using a hammer eliminate hollow and loose parts. Use Conrep.331 TX to repair the hollowed concrete surface (repair from 5 to 50 mm) or any other repair material from Sodamco-Weber range.

Apply a flexible cementitious waterproofing membrane waterproof.110/120 FX before tiling. Apply a first coat of this 2-components product (powder+resin), then embed Plastic.Mesh F15 in the first layer, and apply a second layer of waterproof.110/120 FX. Allow to dry before beginning the tiling job.


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Corner joints

Aesthetical problems

Cleaning joints before grouting

Joints are very important elements because they have technical properties such as stress absorption originated from the tiles and substrate.There are several types of joints depending on vertical and horizontal conditions from movement joints to construction joints.

Vertical and horizontal corner joints should be filled with an elastic sealant to absorb the stresses that can occur in such areas.Horizontal joints at a connection with walls, door frames should be cleaned from residual or cured material left.

Aesthetical problems like cracks, white staining, residual grouts, or variation in color will occur if the grout product is not properly mixed, prepared and applied.The consistency of the grout product is extremely important. If it is too wet when mixed, there is a good chance that the grout might fail over time.As well, when polishing the tiles by machine, it can affect the tile grout. If the joint is not well filled with grout, it can leave some tiles without grout between them.After polishing, it is very important to check if the grout is still sound and has enough thickness to play its role.

Before grouting application, the tile adhesive should be fully cured and hard enough. Joints should be sound and free from any excess o f t i l e a d h e sive that could lead to poor joints resistance and non-homogeneous color of joint.

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Ensure that the joints are clean, free from residual or excess material. Grouting should be done no less than 24 hours after tiling application with a standard setting adhesive or 3 hours after tiling with a fast setting adhesive.

For exceptional performance, apply weber.joint epo, an epoxy tile grout for high traffic areas, large public pools,factories, etc...

Mix the product and let it rest for a few minutes before starting the application.Fill the joints using a rubber spatula. Cementitious grouts like weber.joint perfect or weber.joint or weber.joint glitter should be applied diagonally and pressed into the joints to fill them completely.Clean the applied areas with a damp sponge to remove the excess material when the tile grout hardening process begins.When the grout is completely dry, clean the tiles using a dry cloth.weber.joint perfect can be used to fill joints from 1.5 to 20 mm.weber.joint can be used to fill joints from 1.5 to 4 mm width*weber.joint thick can be used to fill joints from 4 to 10 mm.weber.joint glitter, a decorative cementitious grout with metallic effect can be used to fill joints from 1.5 to 7 mm on internal walls.

Important Note• When applying grouts, allow the application to be properly dried and cured before stepping or walking on it. It is not advisable to immediately move furniture or heavy appliances on tiles until the grouts are completely cured and hard enough to resist the expected abrasion and compression.


* For joints of 1 mm or below, consult our technical department

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Chemical resistant grouts

Heavy duty applications

Some areas require materials with high chemical resistance; such as food and beverage industries, chemical industries, car showrooms...etc.

When ceramic tiles are used in such applications, they are highly exposed to chemical attacks. A special chemical resistant grout is needed.

Epoxy grouts are extensively used in heavy duty ceramic application designed to protect against severe chemical attacks, abrasion and high pressure cleaning.

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Ensure that the joints are clean, free from residual or excess material. Grouting should be done once the tile adhesive is completely cured. Dust will cause the epoxy bond to fail.

Tile adhesiveweber.col epo should be properly mixed using an electrical mixer with low rotation speed (<300 rpm) to obtain a homogenous mixture free of lumps. Part B (Hardener) is to be added to part A (Resin). Mix part A and part B for 1 minute to ensure the proper chemical reaction. Gradually add part C (Filler) to the premixed parts A and B and continue mixing for 2 minutes until all the aggregates are completely wetted by the epoxy.weber.col epo can be used to tile on metal as well (consult TDS for details)

Tile groutingweber.joint epo range should be properly mixed to obtain a homogenous mixture free of lumps. Let it rest for a few minutes before starting the application.weber.joint epo should be applied diagonally and pressed into the joints to fill them completely. Clean the applied areas with a damp sponge to remove the excess grout before the hardening process. When the grout is completely dry, clean the tiles using a dry cloth.

Important Note• Food should not be in direct contact with epoxy based material.• Installations where a tile needs to be bonded to special surfaces as metal: use weber.col epo• When deterioration can be caused by chemical erosion, extreme temperatures and even bacterial attack, it is recommended to use weber.col epo and weber.joint epo solutions.


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Metal tiles

Resin tiles

Mosaic tiles are made out of a variety of materials from glass to natural stone and can be supplied in variety of shapes and sizes. The mosaics are supplied on sheets for an easy fixing and these sheets are usually supplied in two forms, face down on paper or face up on synthetic mesh. Each of these two forms requires slightly different application technique.

If the mosaics are supplied with a synthetic mesh, the mesh and mesh adhesive should not cover more than 25% of the back of the tile, otherwise it could affect the final adhesion.Always check the quality of the mesh before beginning application.Glass mosaic tiles need a really white tile adhesive, so that it does not stain the mosaics or appear in transparence.

Metal tiles come mainly in two forms, either sheet metal or metal formed around a solid background such as tile backer board or wood (MDF).

These tiles are often pressed to have a textured surface, which may cause problems when grouting.Not to confuse with ceramic tiles with metallic effect. If the mosaic squares are not well bonded with the mesh, and that the tile adhesive does not have sufficient contact with the back of the mosaic pieces, there will be a high risk of debonding, especially if the mosaics are placed under severe constraints (swimming-pools, etc...)

Resin tiles come in different design, shapes and sizes. Nearly any design can be made to make a feature in a house or a commercial project. Resin tiles are sensitive to moisture and can be very smooth and difficult to adhere.

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Substrate must be clean and sound with enough resistance, ensuring good adhesion between the tile and the substrate taking into consideration that the adjustment of tiles should not exceed the adhesive open time. Special tiles such as mosaics, glass mosaics, metal tiles and resin tiles require special adhesives and preparation.

Tile adhesiveGlass and resin tiles have very smooth and non-porous backs that are difficult to adhere. In this case, highly polymer-modified adhesive such as weber.col plus or weber.col flex are recommended.Apply weber.col plus or weber.col flex evenly on the substrate. Use a suitable notched trowel to have a uniform thickness of 1.5 to 2 mm. Apply the mosaics on the substrate and press them firmly.

Tile grouting Grouting should be done at least 24 hours after fixing tiles, using weber.joint or weber.joint perfect.Joints should be free from any dirt or excess of tile adhesive before applying the tile grout.weber.joint glitter will give an exceptional metallic effect between tiles, especially mosaics (suitable only for internal walls).

Important Note• The outstanding aesthetic qualities of certain special tiles can often hide the fact that extra care will be needed when fixing. Generally, the back of special tiles can be very dense or smooth, meaning that higher grade of adhesive is needed to bond the tile sufficiently.



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weber.col flex (Carroflex) ......................................................................................................P. 52weber.col flex FS (Carroflex FS)..........................................................................................P. 54weber.col F1 (Carrocolle F1)...................................................................................................P. 56weber.col fast ...............................................................................................................................P. 58weber.col max (Carrocolle Max) .......................................................................................P. 60weber.col plus (Carrocolle Plus) ........................................................................................P. 62weber.col bond (Carrocolle Bond) ....................................................................................P. 64weber.col WP (Carrocolle WP)..............................................................................................P. 66weber.col fix (Carrofix) ...........................................................................................................P. 68weber.col epo (Epotile)............................................................................................................P. 70weber.col putty (Carrofix PY) ..............................................................................................P. 72weber.col floor (Carromortar) ............................................................................................P. 74Waterproof.210 AFC .................................................................................................................P. 75Waterproof.110/120 FX ..........................................................................................................P. 76weber.joint perfect ...................................................................................................................P. 78weber.joint (Carrojoint thin) ...............................................................................................P. 80weber.joint epo (Epojoint) ....................................................................................................P. 82 weber.joint epo WB (Epojoint WB)...................................................................................P. 84weber.joint glitter (Carrojoint Glitter) ...........................................................................P. 86weber.col prime (Colle Primer)............................................................................................P. 88 Floortop.600 SCR .......................................................................................................................P. 90Floortop.515 PSC .........................................................................................................................P. 92Conrep.331 TX...............................................................................................................................P. 94

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COMPOSITIONCement, filler-sand, special polymersadmixtures.

AVAILABLE COLORSWhite and grey.

SCOPE OF USECeramic, sandstone, granite, marble mosaic and glass mosaic,porcelain, etc...

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete, lightweight blocks, stone walls, cement-based plaster and renders, gypsum board, glazed tiles, wood agglomerates, ceramic and terrazzo tiles.For gypsum, wood, painted surfaces..., primeris required, consult company for advice.

Workability

Open time 25min. at 20 °CPot life 2 hrs. at 20 °CPerformance Setting time Initial 5.5 hrs. Final 9 hrs.Resistance to slip Excellent

COVERAGE3 to 7 kg/m²

PACKAGING15 kg kit: 11.5 kg powder + 3.5 kg liquid20 kg kit: 15 kg powder + 5 kg liquid32 kg kit: 25 kg powder + 7.5 kg liquid

CHARACTERISTICS

TEST for EN 12004:2007

TEST ANSI 118.4 & EN 12002

Result

Result

Open time tensileadhesion EN 1346 (N/mm²)

Tensile adhesionstrength EN 1348 (N/mm²)

Test performedunder standard conditions

Shear strength ANSI 118.4 (N/mm²)Shear strength ANSI 118.4 (N/mm²)Transverse deformation EN 12002 (mm)

5 min.20 min.30 min.28 days standard conditions7 days standard conditions+ 21 days water immersion14 days standard condition+ 14 days at 70°C7 days standard conditions + 21 dayswater immersion + 25 freez-thaw cycles

7 days standard conditions28 days standard conditions

50 (±5) % relative humidity and 23 (±2) °C

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weber.col flex Two components flexible high performance polymer modified tile adhesive

CLEANING OF TOOLSClean the tools with water, such as drill, notched trowel, bucket and rubber hammer. Cured material need to be removed mechanically.

PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col flex on the substrate by areas of around 1m² each, which can be tiled within a maximum of 25 minutes from mixing time at 20°C. After that time, an outer skin may form preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col flex. Adjustments to the tiles should only be made during weber.col flex open time. It is recommended to leave a minimum joint of 2 mm around the tiles. Grouting the tile joints should only be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint. For immersed areas, allow 21 days curing for weber.col f lex before filling with water.

Eliminate all greasy matters and dust. Substrate must be sufficiently cured to avoid future shrinkage. If the substrate is dry at the time of application, moisten it slightly. Do not pre-soak the tiles.

Mix the two components of weber.col flex by pouring the powder in the liquid progressively while stirring the liquid.An electric mixer with low rotation speed (< 300 rpm) should be used. Mix until a uniform lump free paste is obtained. Let the paste rest for a few minutes before starting the application.

Using a notched trowel apply weber.col flex evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

For large tiles application it is recommended to apply adhesive on the back of the tile as well ensuring full adhesion on the entire surface. Grouting the tile joints should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.

PRODUCT BENEFITS• Waterproof• Highly flexible• Very high bonding• Non-slip (non-sag)

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COMPOSITIONSpecial cement, siliceous sand and additives.

AVAILABLE COLORSGrey

SCOPE OF USECeramic, brick, mosaic stone, clay, non-porous tiles.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete, lightweight blocks, stone walls, cement-based plasters and renders, gypsum board, glazed tiles, wood agglomerates, ceramic and terrazzo tiles. For difficult substrates as gypsum, wood, painted surfaces..., primer is required, consult company for advice.

Fast setting applicationsPot life 15 min. at 20 °CSetting time Initial 1h 30 min. Final 3h 30 min.Resistance to slip Excellent


PACKAGING15 kg: 12.3 kg powder + 2.7 kg liquid30.5 kg: 25 kg powder + 5.5 kg liquid

CHARACTERISTICS

TEST ANSI 118.4 & EN 12002 Result

Shear strength ANSI 118.4 (N/mm²)Shear strength ANSI 118.4 (N/mm²)Transverse deformation EN 12002 (mm)


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PRECAUTIONSThe mixed weber.col flex FS should be used within 15 minutes from mixing time at 20°C.It is recommended to determine the suitability of all materials before proceeding with the installation.


Mix the two components of weber.col flex FS by pouring the powder in the liquid progressively while stirring the liquid. An electric mixer with low rotation speed (<300 rpm) should be used. Mix until a uniform lump free paste is obtained.

Using a notched trowel applyweber.col flex FS evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

For large tiles application it isrecommended to apply adhesive on the back of the tile as well ensuring full adhesion on the entire surface. Grouting the tile joints should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.



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• Fast setting• Waterproof• Highly flexible• Very high bonding• Non-slip (non-sag)

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AVAILABLE COLORSExtra white tile adhesive (will not cause stains on white stones/marble)

SCOPE OF USETo fix quickly and easily a wide range of tiles (ceramic, sandstone, marble, granite, brick, clay, porous and non-porous tiles, composite tiles, etc…)The extra white color of weber.col F1 is especially suitable for the laying of white and soft color tiles and stones.Particularly adapted to fix thin tiles (3 - 4 mm thickness), to avoid bending / warping of tiles.


SUITABLE SUBSTRATES• Concrete• Cementitious plasters and renders• Stone walls• Tiles on tiles• Lightweight blocks (primer is required)• Gypsum boards (primer is required)


High initial tensile adhesionstrength (Mpa) -EN 1348:2007

Open time: tensile adhesionstrength after not less than20 min (Mpa) - EN 1346

High initial tensile adhesionstrength after water immer-sion (Mpa) - EN 1348:2007

Deformable adhesive: Transverse deformation (mm) EN 12004

20 min.28 days standard conditions

6 hrs 28 days

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Mixing water % 20% (3L / 15Kg)

Open time (min) 20 min @ 22ºC

Setting time (hrs ) 2 hrs @ 22ºCPot life (min) 27 min @ 22ºCSlip resistance 0 mm/15 min

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Fresh density 1.56

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SUBSTAINABLE FACTS

• Low V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compound)• Low Dust Technology, comfort of use

PACKAGING15 kg bag

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CLEANING OF TOOLSClean the tools with water after use. Cured materials can only be removed mechanically.

PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col F1 on the substrate by areas which can be tiled within a maximum of 15 minutes from application at 20°C. After that time, an outer skin may form thus preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col F1.Adjustments to the tiles should only be made during weber.col F1 open time.It is recommended to leave a minimum width of 2 mm around the tiles.Grouting the tile joints should only be done 3 to 8 hours (depending on site conditions) after t i l ing, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint. It is recommended to determine the suitability of all materials before proceeding with the installation.

Substrate must be sound and free from dust, grease, oil, cement laitance or any other foreign materials.Over difficult substrates such as gypsum, wood, etc..., prime substrate with weber.col prime.

Mix one bag of 15 kg weber.col F1 with 3 liters of water by pouring the powder in the water progressively while stirring.An electric mixer with low rotation speed (<300rpm)should be used. Mix until a uniform lump-free paste is obtained.

Apply weber.col F1 evenly on the substrate. Apply the tiles on the substrate and press them firmly. weber.col F1 can also be applied on the back of tiles to ensure full adhesion on the entire surface.

For large tiles application, it isrecommended to apply adhesive on the back of the tile ensuring full adhesion on the entire surface. Grouting the tile joints should be done at least 3 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.


INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

PRODUCT BENEFITS• Fast-setting• Extra white• Low Dust technology

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PRODUCTweber.col fast is a two components polymer modified fast-setting high performance ready-mix tile adhesive. It is water-resistant and specially formulated for interior and exterior wall and floor applications.

SCOPE OF USETo fix quickly and easily a wide range of tiles (ceramic, sandstone, marble, granite, brick, clay, porous and non-porous tiles, composite tiles, etc…)The extra white color of weber.col fast is especially suitable for the laying of white and soft color tiles and stones.Particularly adapted to fix thin tiles (3 - 4 mm thickness)

SUITABLE SUBSTRATES• Concrete• Cementitious plasters and renders• Stone walls• Tiles on tiles• Lightweight blocks (primer is required)• Gypsum boards (primer is required)


AVAILABLE COLORSExtra white tile adhesive (will not cause stains on white stones/marble)

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PACKAGING19 kg kit (15kg powder + 4kg liquid)

Mixing liquid % 26.5Fresh density 1.51Open time (min) 10 at 26 ºCPot life (min) 40 at 26 ºC

Open time: tensile adhesion strength after not less than 10 min ( MPa ) - EN 1346

High initial tensile adhesion strength at 28 days (MPa)-EN 1348:2007

Transverse deformation (mm)-Test for EN 12002

High initial tensile adhesion strength after water immersion-EN 1348:2007

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PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col fast on the substrate by areas which can be tiled within a maximum of 10 minutes from application at 26°C. After that time, an outer skin may form thus preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col fast. Adjustments to the tiles should only bemade during weber.col fast’s open time.It is recommended to leave a minimum width of 2 mm around the tiles.Grouting the tile joints should only be done 3 to 8 hours (depending on site conditions) after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.

Substrate must be sound and free from dust, grease, oil, cement laitance or any other foreign materials. Over difficult substrates such as gypsum, wood, etc..., prime substrate with weber.col prime.

Pour the powder (PART B) in the liquid (PART A) progressively while stirring the liquid. Do not mix with water! An electric mixer with low rotation speed (<300rpm) should be used. Mix until a uniform lump-free paste is obtained.

Using a notched trowel applyweber.col fast evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

Apply the tiles on the substrate and press them firmly, while making sure that the paste does not slip from the tile sides. weber.col fast can also be applied on the back of tiles to ensure full adhesion on the entire surface.



PRODUCT BENEFITS

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PRODUCTweber.col max has a very strong bond strength onto tiles with very low porosity. It is suitable to fix tiles onto low porosity substrates such as power floated concrete or existing tiles. weber.col max has a super white color and doesn’t cause staining or discoloration of light colored tiles.It is suitable for use in wet and dry conditions.

SCOPE OF USEweber.col max is a ready mix cement-based polymer modified adhesive for fixing all types of ceramic tiles, including fully vitrified/porcelain tiles to rigid interior and exterior floors and walls.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESweber.col max is used for fixing a wide range of tiles on the following substrates:• Concrete• Aerated concrete blocks• Stone walls (cleaned and prepared)• Glazed tiles (internal use)• Cementitious plaster and renders• Gypsum boardsOver difficult substrates such as gypsum, wood..., primer is required, consult company for advice.

COMPOSITIONCement, selected silica sand and additives

AVAILABLE COLORSExtra white


PACKAGING15 kg

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AppearanceComposition

ColorDensityOpen timePot lifeShelf lifeMixing ratioCoverageService temperature

PowderCement, selected silica sand and additivesWhite1.55 kg/lit. ± 0.0530 min. at 20°C2 hrs at 20°C12 months3.5 lit. per 15 kg3 to 7 kg/m²-20°C to +70°C

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CLEANING OF TOOLSCarefully clean off any excess adhesive from the tiles and joints with a damp cloth or sponge, before it sets. Clean the tools with water after use. Cured materials can only be removed mechanically.

PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col max on the substrate by areas of around 1 m² each, which can be tiled within a maximum of 30 minutes from mixing time at 20°C. After that time, an outer skin may form thus preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col max.Adjustments to the tiles should only be made during weber.col max open time.It is recommended to leave a minimum width of 2 mm around the tiles.Grouting the tile joints should only be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.

Surface must be clean and free from greasy matters or dust.Substrate should have been sufficiently cured in a way that any shrinkage has already occurred.Make good any unsound areas and remove flaky or peeling layers before tiling.Moisten slightly the substrate if it is dry at the time of application, never moisten the tiles.

Mix weber.col max in the proportion of 3.5 liters of clean cool water per 15kg bag. An electric mixer with low rotation speed (< 300 rpm) can be used.Mix until a uniform lump free paste is obtained. Let the paste rest for a few minutes before starting the application.

Using a notched trowel applyweber.col max evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.Apply the adhesive onto the substrate covering up to 1 m² at a time (or no more than can be tiled within 30 minutes at 20°C). Use a suitable notched trowel to achieve a uniform thickness.

Apply the tiles on the substrate and press them firmly, while making sure that the paste does not slip from the tile sides. Large or studded backed tiles may need to have adhesive buttered onto the tile back as well. Leave appropriate clearance joints for grouting and make any adjustments within 10 minutes.



PRODUCT BENEFITS• Extra white• High bonding strength• 15 Kg: Easy to handle• Extended open time

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SCOPE OF USECeramic, sandstone, granite, marble andporcelain tiles.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete, lightweight blocks, stone walls, glazed tiles, cementitious plaster and renders, gypsum board, fixing of polystyrene board to concrete and cementitious substrate.




PACKAGING 25 kg bags

SPECIAL FEATURESweber.col plus is equipped with Low Dust technology in Lebanon, Qatar, UAE and Oman.





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Open time 25min. at 20 °CPot life 2 hrs. at 20 °CPerformance Setting time Initial 5.5 hrs. Final 9 hrs.Resistance to slip Excellent

CHARACTERISTICS

TEST for ANSI 118.4 Result

Shear strength (N/mm²) 7 days standard conditions28 days standard conditions

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SUBSTAINABLE FACTS

• Low V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compound)• Low Dust technology, comfort of use (available in Lebanon, Qatar, UAE, Oman)• Less CO2 emissions (in Qatar and UAE)

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CLEANING OF TOOLSClean the tools with water: drill, notched trowel, bucket and rubber hammer. Cured material need to be removed mechanically.

PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col plus by areas of around1m² which can be tiled within a maximum of25 minutes from mixing time at 20°C.After that time, an outer skin may form preventing the tile from adhering properly toweber.col plus.Adjustments to the tiles should be made during its open time. It is recommended to have a minimum joint of 2 mm around the tiles.


Mix 25 kg of weber.col plus with a proportional of 6 lit. of cold clean water, using an electrical mixer at a low speed (<300 rpm) until a homogeneous mixture is obtained free of lumps. Let the paste rest for a few minutes before starting the application.

Using a notched trowel applyweber.col plus evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

Apply the tile over the spreadweber.col plus and press it firmly, ensuring adhesion between the tile and the substrate.Grouting should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.



PRODUCT BENEFITS• Excellent workability• For porous and non-porous tiles• Internal and external use• Suitable for renovation over tiling • Water resistant

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SCOPE OF USEWide range of ceramic tiles.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete floors, stone walls, cementitiousplaster.Not advisable for gypsum substrates.

Workability

Open time 15min. at 20 °CPot life 2 hrs. at 20 °CPerformance Setting time Initial 9.5 hrs. Final 12.5 hrs.Resistance to slip Excellent


PACKAGING25 kg paper bag (powder) and 1 lit. bottle (liquid).

CHARACTERISTICS


TEST for ANSI 118.4

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Shear strength (N/mm²)

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PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col bond on the substrate by areas of around 1m² each, which can be tiled within a maximum of 25 minutes from mixing time at 20°C. After that time, an outer skin may form preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col bond.Adjustments to the tiles should only be made during weber.col bond open time.It is recommended to leave a minimum widthof 2 mm around the tiles.


Mix 1 lit. of weber.col bond liquid with 5 lit. of water. With the mixing paddle of a low speed drill (<300 rpm) in operation, add gradually the powder component to the mix and continue mixing for 2 to 3 minutes. Mix until a uniform lump-free paste is obtained. Let the paste rest for a few minutes before starting the application.

Using a notched trowel, applyweber.col bond evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

Apply the tiles over the spread weber.col bond and press them firmly, ensuring a good adhesion between the tile and the substrate.Grouting should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.

PRODUCT BENEFITS• High performance adhesive • Powder + latex• Internal and external use• Water resistant



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SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete floors, stone walls, cementitiousplaster.


Workability


CHARACTERISTICS


TEST for ANSI 118.4

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PACKAGING20 or 25kg depending on countries.

weber.col WP formerly «Carrocolle WP»

SUBSTAINABLE FACTS• Low V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compound)• Low Dust Technology, comfort of use (available in Lebanon, UAE, Oman)• Less CO2 emissions (in Qatar and UAE)

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PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col WP on the substrate by areas of around 1m² each, which can be tiled within a maximum of 25 minutes from mixing time at 20°C.After that time, an outer skin may form preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col WP. Adjustments to the tiles should only be made during weber.col WP open time.It is recommended to leave a joint of 2 mm minimum around the tiles.

Eliminate all greasy matters and dust.Substrate must be sufficiently cured to avoid future shrinkage. If the substrate is dry at the time of application, moisten it slightly. Do not pre-soak the tiles.

Using an eletrical mixer at low speed, mix 25 kg of weber.col WP with 5 to 6 lit. of clean water (or 20 kg with 4.8 lit. of water) until a lump free paste is obtained. Let it rest a few minutes before application.

Using a notched trowel, applyweber.col WP evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

Apply the tile over the spreadweber.col WP and press it firmly, to ensure a good adhesion between the tile and the substrate.Grouting the tile joints should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.

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SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete floors, stone walls, cementitiousplaster.

Workability



PACKAGING20 kg bags

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TEST for ANSI 118.4

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PRECAUTIONSApply weber.col fix by areas of around 1m² which can be tiled within a maximum of 15 minutes from mixing time at 20 °C.After that time, an outer skin may form preventing the tile from adhering properly to weber.col fix. Adjustments to the tiles should be made during its open time.It is recommended to have a minimum joint of 2 mm around the tiles. Grouting should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.


Using an electrical mixer at low speed, mix 25 kg of weber.col fix with 5 to 6 lit. of cold clean water (or 20 kg with 4.8 lit. of water) until a lump free paste is obtained. Let it rest for a few minutes before application.

Using a notched trowel apply weber.col fix evenly on the substrate to have a uniform thickness.

Apply the tile over the spread weber.col fix and press it firmly to ensure a good adhesion between the tile and the substrate.Grouting the tile joints should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.

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COMPOSITION3 components:A- Epoxy resinB- HardenerC- Mineral charges

AVAILABLE COLORSGrey (after mixing)

SCOPE OF USETo be used on horizontal applications as of concrete floors where high-chemical and mechanical resistance is required.• Food Production including meat, and fishprocessing, fruit canning, dairy products, etc.• Chemical productions and processing• Brewing and distilling• Soft drink production and bottling

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete, cement plaster and metal.

Pot lifeCompressive strength(ASTM C 579)Adhesion on concrete(BS 1881)Tensile strength(ASTM C307)Flexural strength(ASTM C580)

Approx 1 hr. at 30ºC67.5 MPa at 7 days

> 2.5 MPa

9.8 MPa

29.1 MPa

COVERAGE15 kg / m² depending on thickness.

PACKAGING22 kg kit

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CLEANING OF TOOLSClean tools and equipment with solvents. Do not allow material to cure and harden on equipment.

PRECAUTIONSEnsure adequate ventilation during application and avoid inhalation of vapors. Wear suitable gloves, clothing and eye protection.Direct contact with eyes will cause irritation and may cause serious damage if not treated. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clear water and seek medical attention.

New concrete must be a minimum of 28 days old and possess an open porosity and textured surface with all curing compounds and sealers removed. Old concrete must be clean and well textured. All oil, dirt, debris, paint and unsound concrete must be removed.

Part B (hardener) is to be added to part A (resin), not the reverse. Mix parts A and B for 2 minutes using a suitable electrical mixer at low speed to ensure the proper chemical reaction.

Add the mineral charge (part C) to the premixed of parts A and B and continue mixing for further 2 minutes until all the aggregates are completely wetted by the epoxy.

The mixed adhesive should bespread over the surface using a notched trowel. Tiles should be placed within the open time of the adhesive.Remove the excessed material from the face of the tiles immediately.



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• For heavy duty sites• Chemical resistant/ anti-bacterial• Adhesion on steel/metal• Moisture insensitive• Fast-curing

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COMPOSITIONResins, fillers and plasticizers

AVAILABLE COLORSCreamy sandy paste.

SCOPE OF USEFor internal use only

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete, cementitious plaster, gypsumsubstrates and Wooden substrates.Admissible tiles:Ceramic tiles, sandstone tiles, backed clay, earthenware tiles, molten glass.

DensitypHDry extract Viscosity

1.68779.5%3000 poise (brookfield module D5 trs/min)


PACKAGING20 kg pails

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PRECAUTIONSAvoid prolonged contact with skin. Wear protective gear for hands and eyes. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning thoroughly with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical attention. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

The substrate must be leveled and regular. It must be clean, sound, free from all dust, greasy matters and must be dry. Do not wet the wall nor the tiles.

The product is ready to use. Apply weber.col putty uniformly on the substrate and use the notched trowel to give the required thickness.

Apply the tiles over the spread weber.col putty and press firmly to ensure a full adhesion between the tile and substrate.

Grouting the tile joints should be done at least 24 hours after tiling, using weber.joint perfect or weber.joint.



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• Paste ready to use• Tiling over tiles• Suitable for gypsum boards• For internal walls• Ideal for renovation works

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COMPOSITIONHydraulic binders, calibrated grains and resins.

AVAILABLE COLORSGrey

PRODUCTweber.col floor is a ready mix dry mortar used for installing ceramic tiles, prefabricated stones, blocks or marble, on interior and exterior floors.

CONSUMPTION1.53 kg / m² per 1 mm thickness approx.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESConcrete, plaster mortar screed, hollow blocks, light weight blocks, sand bed.Do not use on gypsum based substrate.

PACKAGINGGCC: 25 kg bags


• For a 25 kg bag: Mix the 25 kg bag of weber.col floor with 3.75 to 4.75 Lit. of clean cool water. For additional adhesion strength, mix the 25 kg bag with 2.5 to 3.2 Lit. of clean cool water with approximately 1.25 Lit. of Admix 240 LTX or Admix 225 MB.• For a 50 kg bag: Mix the 50 kg bag with 7.5 to 9.5 Lit. of clean cool water. For additional adhesion strength, mix the 50 Kg bag with 5 to 6.4 Lit. of clean cool water with approximately 2.5 Lit. of Admix 240 LTX or Admix 225 MB• Mixing is done manually, using an electric agitator or continuous mixer.• Mix well until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.• weber.col floor can be applied up to 40 mm thickness. • For small thicknesses, use one of the cementitious tile adhesives from our range.• Pot life is 60 minutes approximately at 20ºC.• Protect the tiled surfaces. • We recommend using our ranges of weber.joint perfect or weber.joint grout for filling the tile joint.• Ideal application temperature is between 5ºC and 35ºC.

Thick adhesive mortar

AppearanceColorPowder densityGrain sizeAdhesion

Service temperature

PowderGrey1.540 to 4 mm> 0.5 Mpa at 28 days on concrete substrate

-20ºC to + 70ºC

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AVAILABLE COLORSPink (paste appearance)

PRODUCTWaterproof.210 AFC is an elasticized, acrylic, water-based, waterproof membrane. Waterproof.210 AFC is designed for under tile use in demanding internal & external waterproofing applications. Properly applied, Waterproof.210 AFC cures to form a durable, elastic, seamless odorless and impervious membrane that will not re-emulsify once it has fully cured even if continually immersed in water. It has a good resistance to alkalis, salt solutions & diluted acids, non hazardous composition with excellent strength & flexible characteristics.

CONSUMPTION0.260 kg/m² over smooth substrate

PACKAGING15 kg plastic pails

SCOPE OF USEWaterproof.210 AFC has been specifically designed for the long term waterproofing of wet areas including showers, bathrooms, laundries, exterior decks, terraces and balconies. It can be used to waterproof exposed roofs; however water ponding should not be allowed for durations exceeding 48 hours.


PREPARATION OF THE SUBSTRATESubstrate should be dry, smooth, sound and free from oil, grease, waxes, dust, laitance and all loose matter. Any surface defects should be repaired prior to application of membrane.

PRODUCT APPLICATIONApply the 1st layer of Waterproof.210 AFC with sufficient thickness to plug pores, cracks, and holes. Allow to dry and apply the second layer.All corners, cracks or construction joints should receive a waterproofing bond or Fiber Mesh reinforcement between the 1st and 2nd layer. Wherever tiling on Waterproof.210 AFC is required, it is recommended that the tiling starts 24 hours after the application of Waterproof.210 AFC.

Paste appearancePaste densityIdeal applicationtemperaturePull off strength @14 days (ASTM D4541)

Pink1.5605 to 35ºC

1.2 MPa

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COMPOSITION2 components kit:• Powder made of cement, fillers and admixtures.• Liquid based on resins and additives.

AVAILABLE COLORSGrey (Waterproof.110 FX)White (Waterproof.120 FX)

SCOPE OF USEWaterproof.110/120 FX forms a film that is:• Waterproof• Flexible• ResistantThe adhesion and sealing qualities of Water-proof.110/120 FX are outstanding. Therefore, it can be used for positive or negative hydrostatic pressures. Waterproof.110/120 FX is non-shrinking, it prevents reinforcements from corrosion.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESCement based substrates like concrete, cement plaster, masonry; and gypsum board.Waterproof 110/120 FX must be used on damp substrates.

AREA OF USEInside or outside coatings on: • Swimming pools. • Water tanks. • Saunas and jacuzzis. • Drinking water reservoirs.• Pits and tanks of any type. • Tunnels.• Waterproofing of terraces and wet areas. • Waterproofing of sludge basins in sewage treatment plants.

CONSUMPTION 2 kg/m² to 4 kg/m² depending on the nature of the support.

PACKAGING15 kg kit:10 kg powder bag + 5 kg liquid pail.

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VOC and formaldehydecontent ISO/FDIS11890-2/GC-MS

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5 to 35 ºC

Reduction in water absorption is 91.75 %

1 MPa @ 28 days onconcrete substrate

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Powder appearancePowder densityPowder grain sizeLiquid densitypH of the mix

Application temperatureWater absorption(ASTM D 870)

Pull off strengh(ASTM D 4541)Elongation (Dry film thickness 2 mm ASTM D 412:98)

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PRODUCT PREPARATIONMix the 2 components of Waterproof.110/120 FX by using a mechanical mixer in order to obtain a creamy coating which can be applied by brush.

PRODUCT APPLICATIONApply the 1st layer of Waterproof.110/120 FX with sufficient thickness to plug pores, cracks, and holes at 1kg/m². Apply 2nd and 3rd layers in the proportion of 0.5 to 1 kg/m². Always allow to dry between each layer. All corners, cracks or construction joints should receive 20 cm wide fiberglass mesh reinforcement between the 1st and 2nd layer. Wherever tiling on Waterproof.110/120FX is required, weber.col flex should be used. It is recommended that the tiling start after one week from the application of Waterproof.110/120 FX. When needed, flood test on Waterproof.110/120 FX can be carried out prior tiles fixing. Allow one week curing before flood test.

PREPARATION OF THE SUBSTRATEThe substrate must be perfectly sound, clean, free from grease, oil, dust or any friable matters. All corners should be saw-cut and filled with a non-shrink thixotropic mortar like Conrep.331 TX. All honeycombs or holes should be widened and filled with a non-shrink mortar like Conrep.350 NSG.Before applying Waterproof.110/120 FX, wet abundantly the substrate to be treated.


PRODUCT BENEFITS

• Flexible waterproofing• Cementitious• Easy to use• Used for positive and negative pressure

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PRODUCTweber.joint perfect is a high performance cement-based pre-mixed non-shrink grout, used for filling tile joints in wet and dry areas. weber.joint perfect is easy to apply and can be cleaned easily.It only needs to be mixed with water. weber.joint perfect is available in a wide range of attractive colors (please consult our color chart board on page 8).

SCOPE OF USEweber.joint perfect is suitable to fill joints from 1.5 to 20 mm width, between ceramic tiles, marble, natural stones, glass mosaics, earthenware (faience), porcelain, terracotta, etc…weber.joint perfect can be used for internal and external applications, including:• Private swimming-pools• Balconies, terraces• Bathrooms, kitchens

COMPOSITIONCement, mineral charges, hydrophobic agent, synthetic organic polymers and pigments.

AVAILABLE COLORS23 colors are available in GCC29 colors are available in MENAPlease refer to the color chart p.96

COVERAGEPlease refer to the grout consumption table,page 17.

PACKAGING5 kg plastic bags

Mixing water

Fresh density at 23 ºCSetting time (min) at 23 ºC

1.2 to 1.3 L per 5kg bag

1.8 +/- 0.15

45 min

CHARACTERISTICS

TEST RESULTS

Test results as per EN 13888:2009

Flexural strength as Per EN 12808-3:2002 (N/mm²)

Compressive strength as per EN 12808-3:2002

Water absorption after 30 min as per EN 12808-5

Water absorption after 240 min as per EN 12808-5

Shrinkage as per DIN EN 12808-4 at 28 days standard conditions

6 N/mm² >3.5 N/mm²

>15 N/mm²

< 2 g

< 5 g

< 3 mm/m

30 N/mm²

0.1 g

0.25 g

1.38 mm/m

Results Standard requirements for type CG class 2WA

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• No curing required• Anti-fungus with Mould Stop technology

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PRECAUTIONSThe product contains cement powders which, when mixed with water, release alkalis that could be harmful to the skin. It is preferable that the application be done in a ventilated area, and to wear protective gear for hands, eyes and respiratory system and to avoid breathing of the dust. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning thoroughly with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical attention. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

To start grouting the tiles, a minimum of 24 hours from tiling should be respected (minimum 3 hours only if a fast-setting adhesive like weber.col F1 or weber.col fast has been used for tiling).The grooves between all external and internal surfaces to be grouted must be sound and thoroughly cleaned before the application of weber.joint perfect. All traces of oil or grease must be removed. All loose particles of mortar or tile adhesive in the grooves must be physically removed.The gap width between tiles must be between 1.5 and 20mm.

Mix 5 kg of weber.joint perfect with 1.2 to 1.3 L of water. An electric mixer with low rotation speed (<300 rpm) should be used.Mix until a uniform lump free paste is obtained. It is important to let the paste rest for a minute before starting the application.

Apply weber.joint perfect with a rubber spatula into the joints by filling all the gaps. Remove surplus grout with a damp sponge. Use the p roduct within a maximum of 45 min (depending on temperature) after mixing.

When the grout is dry, clean the tiles with a dry cloth. In case of hot conditions, dampen the joint a few hours after application of weber.joint perfect. Do not spray water under high pressure and avoid using any chemical cleaning agent on the grout until 3 days after the application.



PRODUCT BENEFITS

• High stain resistance • Anti-cracks joints up to 20 mm• Anti-fungus• Water-repellent

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COMPOSITIONCement, mineral charges, hydrophobic agent, synthetic organic polymers and pigments.

AVAILABLE COLORS23 colors are available in GCC29 colors are available in MENAPlease refer to the color chart p.96

SCOPE OF USETo grout joints in wet areas, rooms, stairs,etc...between all types of tiles. For joint width between 1.5 and 4 mm.For lower width consult our technical departement.

Density 1.17 kg/lit.Pot life 2 hrs. at 20 °CMixing ratio 5 to 6 lit. / 20 kg bag 1.3 lit / 5 kg bag 5 to 5.5 lit./ 25 kg bagVOC & formaldehydecontent ISO/FDIS11890-2/GC-MS

None (<10g/l)


PACKAGING5 kg and 20 kg bags

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TEST for EN 13888 Results

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SUBSTAINABLE FACTS

• Low V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compound)• No curing required

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PRECAUTIONSThe product contains cement powders which, when mixed with water, release alkalis that could be harmful to the skin. It is preferable that the application be done in a ventilated area, and to wear protection for hands, eyes and respiratory system and to avoid breathing dust. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning thoroughly with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical attention. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

weber.joint must not be used before a minimum of 24 hours from tiling, allowing the tiling to set. Surfaces to be grouted must be sound and thoroughly cleaned before the application of weber.joint. All traces of oil or grease must be removed. All loose particles of mortar or tile adhesive in the groove must be physically removed. The gap between tiles should be between 1.5 and 4 mm width for weber.joint.

Mix 5 kg of weber.joint with 1.3 lit. of clean cold water using an electric mixer at low speed (< 300 rpm). Mix until a uniform lump free paste is obtained. Let the paste rest for a few minutes before starting the application.

Apply weber.joint with a rubber spatula into the joints by filling all the gaps. Remove surplus grout with a damp sponge. Use the product within a maximum of 2 hours after mixing.

When the grout is dry, clean the tiles with a dry cloth. Don’t spray water under high pressure and avoid using any chemical cleaning agent on the grout until 3 days after application.



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PRODUCT BENEFITS

• Easy to apply• Thixotropic• Non-shrink grout• Water resistant

CLEANING OF TOOLSClean the tools with water, such as drill, rubber trowel and bucket. Cured material need to be removed mechanically.

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COMPOSITION3 componentsA) Epoxy resinB) HardenerC) Mineral charges

AVAILABLE COLORSWhite, grey (Other colors can be provided upon request).

PACKAGING4 kg kit A+B+C

SCOPE OF USE:Epoxy tile grouting in following places:• Food production: fruit canning, meat and fish processing, dairy products, etc.• Chemical productions and processing• Brewing and distilling• Soft drink production and bottling• Swimming pools

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Mix density 1.65 ± 0.05Pot life Approx. 1 hr. at 30 °CCompressive strength (ANSI 118.3) 108 MPa at 7 daysAdhesion on concrete (BS 1881) > 2.5 MPa at 7 daysBond strength (ANSI 118.3) 86.9 Kg/ cm² at 7 daysShrinkage (ANSI 118.3) 0.01% at 7 daysThermal shock (ANSI 118.3) 45.2 kg/ cm² at 7 daysWater cleanability (ANSI 118.3) Water cleanable at 80 minutesResistance to chemicals reagents (ASTM D 543:95) Available upon requestVOC and formaldehyde content ISO/FDIS 11890-2/GC-MS None (<10g/l)

COVERAGEPlease refer to the grout consumption table, page 17.

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PRECAUTIONSEnsure adequate ventilation during application and avoid inhalation of vapors. Wear suitable gloves, clothing and eye protection.Direct contact with eyes will cause irritation and may cause serious damage if not treated. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical attention.

Before grouting, joints and the tile surface should be clean with a damp sponge to remove dust, dirt, and other contaminants.Do not leave water standing in joints. Do not clean tiles with acid cleaners.All traces of oil or grease must be removed. All loose particles of mortar or tile adhesive in the groove must be physically removed.The gap between tiles should not exceed 10 mm for weber.joint epo.

Part B (hardener) is to be added to part A (resin), not the reverse. Mix parts A and B for 2 minutes using a suitable electrical mixer at low speed to ensure the proper chemical reaction.

Add the mineral charge (part C) to the premix of parts A and B and continue mixing for further 2 minutes until all the aggregates are completely wetted by the epoxy.

weber.joint epo should be applied directly into the joints.The joint should be completelyfilled. Remove excess grout with a grout float. Do not leave excess grout on the surface of the tiles. weber.joint epo may also be applied by cartridge gun or similar technique.



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PRODUCT BENEFITS• Chemical resistant• Abrasion resistant• Hygienic• Crack-free• Joints up to 10 mm wide


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COMPOSITION3 componentsA) Epoxy resinB) HardenerC) Mineral charges

AVAILABLE COLORSWhite, grey (Other colors can be provided upon request).

PACKAGING16 kg kit

COVERAGEPlease refer to the grout consumption table, page 17.

SCOPE OF USE• Food production: fruit canning, meat and fish processing, dairy products, etc.• Chemical productions and processing• Brewing and distilling• Soft drink production and bottling• Swimming pools

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Mix density 1.65 ± 0.05Pot life Approx. 1 hr. at 30 °CCompressive strength (ANSI 118.3) 108 MPa at 7 daysAdhesion on concrete (BS 1881) > 2.5 MPa at 7 daysBond strength (ANSI 118.3) 86.9 Kg/ cm² at 7 daysShrinkage (ANSI 118.3) 0.01% at 7 daysThermal shock (ANSI 118.3) 45.2 kg/ cm² at 7 daysWater cleanability (ANSI 118.3) Water cleanable at 80 minutesResistance to chemicals reagents (ASTM D 543:95) Available upon requestVOC and formaldehyde content ISO/FDIS 11890-2/GC-MS None (<10g/l)

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PRECAUTIONSEnsure adequate ventilation during application and avoid inhalation of vapors. Wear suitable gloves, clothing and eye protection.Direct contact with eyes will cause irritation and may cause serious damage if not treated. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical attention.

Before grouting, joints and the tile surface should be clean with a damp sponge to remove dust, dirt, and other contaminants. Do not leave water standing in joints. Do not clean tiles with acid cleaners. All traces of oil or grease must be removed. All loose particles of mortar or tile adhesive in the groove must be phys ica l ly removed. The gap between tiles should not exceed 10 mm for weber.joint epo WB.

Part B (hardener) is to be addedto part A (resin), not the reverse. Mix parts A and B for 2 minutes using a suitable electrical mixer at low speed to ensure the proper chemical reaction.

Add the mineral charge (part C) to the premix of parts A and B and continue mixing for further 2 minutes until all the aggregates are completely wetted by the epoxy.

weber.joint epo WB should be applied directly into the joints. The joint should be completely fil led. Remove excess grout with a grout float. Do not leave excess grout on the surface of the tiles. weber.joint epo WB may also be applied by cartridge gun or similar technique.



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PRODUCT BENEFITS• High mechanical strength• Odorless• Hygienic• Chemical resistant• Abrasion resistant• Joints up to 10 mm wide

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COMPOSITIONCement, mineral charges, hydrophobic agent, synthetic organic polymers, pigments and glitters.

AVAILABLE COLORS6 colors are available in silver and gold effect. Please refer to the color chart page 97.

SCOPE OF USEFor interior wall applications, ceramics, mosaic, glass mosaic composite tiles, rectified tiles, porcelain tiles.

Density 1.6 kg/lit.Pot life 2 hrs. at 20 °CMixing ratio 1.55 to 1.80 lit./2.5 kg bucketVOC & formaldehydecontent ISO/FDIS None (<10g/l)11890-2/GC-MS


PACKAGING2.5 kg bucket.

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SUBSTAINABLE FACTS

• Cementitious, easy to recycle• No solvent required for cleaning

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PRECAUTIONSThe product contains cement powders which, when mixed with water, release alkalis that could be harmful to the skin. It is preferable that the application be done in a ventilated area, and to wear protection for hands, eyes and respiratory system and to avoid breathing dust. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning thoroughly with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical attention. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting and seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

weber.joint glitter must not be used before a minimum of 24 hours from tiling , allowing the tile adhesive to set . Surfaces to be grouted must be sound and thoroughly cleaned before the application of weber.joint glitter. All traces of oil or grease must be removed. The gap should be comprised between 1.5 and 7 mm.

Mix 2.5 kg of weber.joint glitter with 1.55 to 1.8 liter of clean cold water using an electric mixer at low speed (< 300 rpm). Mix until a uniform lump free paste is obtained. Let the paste rest for 10 minutes and mix again for 1 minute before starting the application.

Apply weber.joint glitter with a rubber float into the joints leaving no voids by filling all the gaps. After 2 to 4 hours (depending on ambient temperature) from application remove the excess grout with a damp sponge and finish gently the entire surface with a dry cloth.

After 24 hours apply muriatic (hydrochloric) acid diluted (1 acid: 9 water) and leave it for 5 minutes. Clean the grouts with water using a damp sponge to have a better shiny effect.



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PRODUCT BENEFITS• Grout with metallic effect• Premixed ready to use• Easy to apply• Non-shrink grout• Water resistant• Joints up to 7 mm wide

CLEANING OF TOOLSClean the tools with water, such as drill, rubber trowel and bucket. Cured material need to be removed mechanically.

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COLORMilky white

DensityColor

Drying time

Service temperature

COVERAGE100 to 300 ml/m² depending on the roughness and absorbency of the substrate.

PACKAGING5, 15, 20 Liters pails

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PRODUCTweber.col prime is a specially formulated acrylic dispersion for use as a primer before tiling to improve application and adhesion of tile adhesives. weber.col prime prevents over-rapid absorption of water into very absorbent substrate, such as foamed concrete blocks or gypsum boards. It prolongs the open time of the tile adhesives.

SUITABLE SUBSTRATESTo prepare and stabilize porous surfaces prior to tiling and to improve adhesion of tile adhesives on difficult substrates, such as vinyl tiles, timber, asphalt and terrazzo etc. Also prevents swelling of timber.

Approx 1 kg / litMilky white1/2 to 2 hours depending on Application rate and climatic Conditions-20°C to +70°C

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PRECAUTIONSAvoid prolonged contact with skin. Wear protective gear for hands & eyes. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting, in both cases seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

The substrate must be perfectly sound, clean, dry and free from grease, oil, dust or any contamination that may prevent adhesion.

Shake container well before use. Apply the primer evenly, us ing a brush, roller or small broom, over the sound, clean and dust-free surface and leave to dry to a clear thin film before applying the tile adhesives.

It is important that the primer fill the entire surface to ensure a solid bond of the tile adhesives. Avoid forming of puddles.Extremely porous substrates may require two priming coats.Clean tools with water when wet.



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PRODUCT BENEFITS• Improve adhesion on difficult substrates• Ready to apply by brush or roll• Increase open time of tile adhesives

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COMPOSITIONSelected aggregates additives and fibers

COVERAGE22 Kg/m² per cm thickness

PACKAGING25 or 50Kg bags

SCOPE OF USEParticularly recommended for floor screed in hotels, housing, hospitals, industrial floor and car parks.

PRODUCTFloortop.600 SCR is a ready mixed cementitious screed. Floortop.600 SCR is to be simply mixed with water on site. It can be used to level the surface prior to the installation of other floor products such as Floortop.510 SOL or Floortop.515 PSC. Tiles can be laid down directly on top of Floortop. 600 SCR.For industrial floor & car park, Floortop.600 SCR must be topped with a thin layer (8 to 12 mm) Floortop.515 PSC before applying any kind of epoxy mortar or paint.

Appearance Grey powder

Grain size < 5 mm

Flexural strength 9 MPa at 28 days

ASTM C 580-02

Compressive strength

25 MPa at 7 days > 35 MPa at 28 days ASTM C 109-02

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PRECAUTIONSThe product contains cement powders which, when mixed with water, release alkalis that could be harmful to the skin. It is preferable to do the application a well ventilated area, to wear protective gear for hands, eyes and respiratory system and to avoid dust inhal-ing. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. In both cases seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

Surface should be sound, free from oil and dust. The substrate must be absorbing and clean of substances, which may weaken the bond. The tensile strength of the substrate should be > 1 MPa. Weakened top layer and any loose material should be removed to produce a good mechanical key. Then, the substrate is vacuumed and primed with Floortop.510 PRIME to improve the adhesion. Strongly absorbent substrate must be treated twice.

Mix a 50 kg Floortop.600 SCR bag with 5 to 6 liters clean water using a concrete mixer or a mixing machine. Half quantity of water is required for 25 kg package.

Pour the mixed material onto the substrate and spread it with a steel trowel, for a thickness up to 5 cm.Control joints in the existing substrate should be respected.

For large area, joints should be created every 25 m².Avoid fast drying in case of hot temperature or wind by regular curing.



PRODUCT BENEFITS

• Ready to use screed• Thickness up to 5 cm • Tiling directly on top of it

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CONSUMPTION1.7 kg/m²/ mm thickness.

PACKAGING25 kg paper bags.

SCOPE OF USEFloortop.515 PSC is particularly recommended for resurfacing sound, properly prepared interior concrete surfaces. On new construction projects, Floortop.515 PSC may also correct rough or unfinished concrete surface and level uneven floors. On restoration projects, use Floortop.515 PSC to produce a hard smooth finish over old concrete.Floortop.515 PSC can be applied in thicknessesranging from 2 to 15 mm per layer. For applications thicker than 15 mm, kindly contact sodamco-weber technical department. It provides excellent abrasion and chemical resistances. It has excellent self-leveling properties, high early and ultimate strengths.

PRODUCTFloortop.515 PSC is a superior quality cement based,polymer modified (powder latex among other polymers), non-shrinking, self-leveling topping designed for leveling interior horizontal concrete. This single component product produces a tough surface that will accept light traffic 24 hours after installation.

Floortop.515 PSC

ColorGrain sizePowder densityShelf healing properties

Grey powder< 1mm1.4

CHARACTERISTICS

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Initial 265Final 325

Good up to 30 minutes

0 min 145 min 12.510 min 9

Setting time (minutes)

Flowability test(mm)EN 12808 - 2:2002

Shrinkage at 28 days(mm/m) - IBN Germanguideline: 1993

Flexural strength at28 days (N/mm²)EN 13813:2003

Compressive strengthat 28 days (N/mm²)EN 13813:2003

VOC and formaldehyde content ISO/FDIS11890-2/GC-MS

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Floortop.515 PSC Premium self-levelling floor compound

PRODUCT BENEFITS

• Self-levelling• High early strength• Excellent abrasion and chemical resistance

PRODUCT PREPARATIONFloortop.515 PSC is to be mixed in full bag batches. Do not mix partial bags. Each 25 Kg bag of Floortop.515 PSC is to be mixed with 5.25 liters of clean, potable water. Measure and add the proper amount of water for each bag into a mixing container. Using a paddle type mixer on a slow speed drill, place the paddle in the mixing water and start the drill. Slowly add the Floortop.515 PSC powder. Mix for a minimum of 2 minutes until lump free. Scrape the sides of the mixing container and remix for 1 minute. The mixed material should be lump free.

PRODUCT APPLICATIONLimit the work areas into manageable sections of approximately 20 m. Reduce the width of the work area when applying in warmer temperatures. Temperatures above 21ºC or low humidity conditions will shorten the working time of the material. Place the mixed material onto the prepared surface, then immediately work into the substrate with a medium to stiff bristled broom. Spreaders and smoothers may be used to aid in leveling and smoothing the surface. Do not walk in the wet material unless wearing spiked shoes or boots. Always keep a wet edge of material to pour fresh material into. Protect the material from wind when installing. Allow longer cure time of the material before walking on if the temperature is below 21ºC. Wait 3 days minimum before covering the floor with carpeting, tiles, etc...

PREPARATION OF THE SUBSTRATESubstrate must be clean, sound and free from greasy matters and dust. Remove all traces of curing compounds, old paints and sealer, and debris which may affect the adhesion. Before the application the substrate must be sufficiently cured in a way that any shrinkage has already occurred. In hot weather, dampen the slab one day before the application. For porous substrate, it is recommended to apply Floortop.510 PRIME and allow to dry before the application of Floortop.515 PSC.


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COMPOSITIONSand (reconstituted grain size range), special cement, fibres, and special additives.

SCOPE OF USE• Repair of concrete surfaces, honeycombing, edges of steps and all types of load bearing situations.• Restoring the structure of damaged construction: columns, slabs, vault, mats and dam overflows.• Reinforcing of weakened structures such asbalconies, pedestals and cornices.

PACKAGINGUAE: 50 kg bag.Qatar & MENA: 25 kg bag.

PRODUCTConrep.331 TX is a ready-to-use mortar mainly made of sand (reconstituted grain size range), special cement, fibres, and special additives that provide special properties: non-shr ink ing , th i xotropic, high strength, high adhesion, compactness; its closed porosity slows down carbonation.

CHARACTERISTICS

Active ingredients

AppearanceGrain sizeMixing water

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hydraulic binders, syntheticfibres, without any chlorides or metal particlesGrey Powder0 to 2.5 mm8.5 liters / 50 kg bag4.25 liters / 25 kg bag25 liters / 50 kg bag12.5 liters / 25 kg bag5 to 50 mm in one coatNone (<10μg/l)

*Compressive strength ASTMC 109 M at at 22°C ± 1:1 day7 days28 days

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20 MPa45 MPa60 MPa

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• Low V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compound)• Highly durable repair

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PRECAUTIONSThe product contains cement powders which, when mixed with water, release alkalis that could be harmful to the skin. It is preferable to do the application a well ventilated area, to wear protective gear for hands, eyes and respiratory system and to avoid dust inhaling. Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning with soap and water. In case of contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. In both cases seek medical attention. The product is non-flammable.

Conrep.331 TX may be applied on sound concrete, masonry, rock or similar materials.Remove damaged concrete and laitance by chipping with a pick or cold-chiselling to get a rough surface.The area must be surrounded by clean edges. Do not feather edges.The surface must also be free from any trace of grease or oil.



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• High compressive strength:60 MPA• Repair thickness up to 5 cm in one layer

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For thickness more than 50 mm, it is recommended to apply Conrep.331 TX in 2 layers. When the first coat is applied it must be directly roughened to increase bonding with the second coat.

Conrep.331 TX can be applied:• Manually with a trowel.• By using a dry or wet spraying machine.• By pumping.Conrep.331 TX must be used within one hour from mixing depending on temperature & site condition.

Conrep. 331 TX Non-shrink thixotropic repair mortar with fibers

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110 - Jasmine White

123 - Cappuccino

130 - Pastel Yellow

141 - Antique Pink

160 - Baby Blue

120 - Ivory

124 - Terracotta

131 - Camomile

142 - Cherry

161 - Sky Blue

121 - Beige

125 - Chestnut

132 - Mustard

150 - Fresh Mint

170 - Light Grey 172 - Ash Grey

112 - Bone White

173 - Charcoal

114 - Salmon Beige

180 - Black

B 32 - Coral Beige

126 - Chocolate

140 - Baby Pink

151 - Spring Leaf

B31 - Snow White

J 41 - Wheat

171 - Platinum

122 - Clay

J 43 - Camel

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Actual colors may vary from printed references, please refer to real product samples

GS 110 - Icy White GG 120 - Shiny Gold GS 170 - Metallic Silver

GS 126 - Electric BrownGS 173 - Black Pearl GG 124 - Redwood

Grout colors weber.joint glitter (Carrojoint Glitter)

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Too

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Notched Trowel 6x6x6 mm

For tiles < 2000 cm²

For natural stone tiles > 3600 cm²

For tiles > 2000 cm²

For mosaics and paste adhesives

Notched Trowel 9x9x9 mm

Semi circle notched trowel

20x8 mm

Triangular trowel

Grouting rubber trowel To grout joints

Grouting rubber trowel special for epoxies

To grout with epoxy products

Sponge cleaning trowel To clean the grouted surface

Cleaning padTo perform the final

cleaning of the groutedsurface

mixerType of mixer

to be used with a drill to mix the tile adhesive

Application

Tools to be used when tiling

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Maximum strength per unit surface area which can be measured by shear or tensile testing. Usually the adhesion strength is measured in N/mm² or MPa.

Maximum interval after application at which tiles can be embedded in the applied adhesive and meet the specified tensile adhesion strength requirement.

Maximum time interval during which the adhesive can be used after mixing.

Interval between the time when the cementitious adhesive is mixed and the time when it is ready for use.

Ability of combed adhesive layer to wet the tile.

Maximum time interval after which the tile’s position in the adhesive layer can be adjusted without a significant loss of adhesion strength.

Adhesion strength

Maturing time

Pot life

Open time

Wetting capability

Adjustability of tiles

Tile fixing glossary

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Capacity of hardened adhesive to be deformed by stresses between the tile and the fixing surface without damage to the installed surface.

Deformability

Downward movement of a tile applied to a combed adhesive layer in a vertical or inclined surface.

Tile slip (sagging)

Tile fixing glossary

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