Product: Heritage Tiles WALL FIX WX Issue Date: 11 July 2011
DESCRIPTION
White tile adhesive with superior anti-slip.
FEATURES
· Low slump
· Outdoor and indoor use
· Walls
· White colour
BEST FOR
· Light coloured or translucent tiles
· Large Tiles
· Walls
· Large jobs
SUITABLE SUBSTRATES
· Walls
· Concrete
· Cement Render and Screeds
· Fibre Cement and Plasterboard
· Rendered Brick and Block
· Tiling directly onto ASA Dampfix Gold, Dampfix 3 Dampfix 2 and Dampfix
SUITABLE TILES
Suitable for all types of tiles (excludes moisture sensitive stone and tiles).
Available in: 20kg bags
LIMITATIONS
· All workmanship (including movement joints) must be carried out in accordance with AS3958.1-2007
· Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before using
· Only tile surfaces that are suitable. If in doubt check with substrate manufacturer
· When tiling directly onto waterproofing membranes check to ensure compatibility
· Not suitable for use with moisture sensitive stone or tiles
· Use only at ambient conditions between 5 and 35°C. Do not use in windy or very low humidity conditions
· Some surfaces such as plastic and metal may require special preparation and may not be suitable
· When tiling walls do not exceed 2.7m and always check that it will support the intended weight
· If tiling directly onto solvent based polyurethane waterproofing membranes extra precautions must be taken and special surface preparation must be carried out. Suitability is not assured so contact Heritage Tiles for further information
· Not suitable for total immersion
· Do not use to tile directly onto timber, plywood, particleboard, MDF or Masonite
· Suspended concrete slabs must conform to AS3958.1-2007 for maximum deflection. Any post tensioned concrete slabs must be treated as a flexible substrate.
SURFACE PREPARATION
1. Make sure the wall has been correctly installed according to relevant standards and manufacturers recommendations
2. Allow for minimum curing time for render and screeds (1 day) and concrete (7 days)
3. Remove all material that will interfere with bond. These include oils, grease, wax, release agents, curing compounds dust or any loose material
4. Ensure surface is sound. All weak or friable material must be removed
5. Check the cleaned surface by applying a small amount of water. It will be easily absorbed if porous and bead on the surface if not
6. Treat porous surfaces with ASA Multiprime
7. Most non-porous surfaces may be primed with Bostik NP Primer
8. If in doubt about most suitable preparation, contact Heritage Tiles
MOVEMENT JOINTS
Movement joints must be incorporated at the design stage and in accordance with AS3958.1-2007.
MIXING
20kg powder mixes into 5 – 5.5L water
(1kg into 275 - 300mL water)
1. Add water to bucket
2. Mix powder into water with mechanical stirring
3. mix until smooth
4. Allow to stand for 2 minutes before using
Note: Mix consistency will appear thicker than standard adhesives but will still be smooth and easy to trowel.
When mixed correctly WALL FIX will stick to underside of trowel without dropping off. If not holding tiles on wall as expected, mix in more powder to produce a stiffer mix or measure water for next batch. Always add the powder to the water. Use a drill with suitable mixing paddle designed for the task. Do not mix by hand. Use a low speed mixer (300rpm).
APPLICATION
1. Apply to the prepared substrate using a notched trowel. Use a 6mm notch for tiles up to 150x150mm, a
10mm notch for up to 250x250mm and a 12mm notch for 300x300mm tiles. Tiles 400x400mm and larger should be back-buttered in addition to using a 12mm notched trowel
2. Press tiles firmly into adhesive before it skins
3. Apply only up to 1m² at a time to avoid skinning
4. If skinned, re-spread to expose "wet” adhesive
5. Check that enough of the substrate and tile back are in contact with adhesive (usually at least 80% but higher for large format tiles)
6. Discard any material that has hardened before use
7. Allow adhesive to harden and set the tile adequately before grouting.
All workmanship must be carried out in accordance with AS3958.1-2007 and good workmanship practices.
POT LIFE
3 hours at 22°C and 50% RH.
Pot life will be influenced by ambient conditions. Shorter pot life in warm conditions and longer pot life in cool conditions should be expected.
Extra care should be taken in warm conditions to ensure the adhesive has not stiffened significantly before use and that the open time has not been exceeded. If in doubt discard and prepare a new batch.
SETTING TIME
6 hours at 22°C and 50% RH.
Setting times will be influenced by ambient conditions. Faster setting in warm conditions and slower setting in cool conditions should be expected.
COVERAGE
Approximate Coverage
Notch Size kg per m2 m2 per bag
6mm 2.3 9
10mm 4 5
12mm 4.5 4.5
GROUTING
Use a suitable ASA grout after the tiles appear firm. Use ASA Grout Additive when tiling over flexible substrates (such as fibre cement)
CLEAN UP
Remove using a wet cloth before the product hardens. If allowed to set it must be removed mechanically.
SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE
12 Months when stored off the ground in a cool, dry weatherproof environment.
SAFETY DIRECTIONS
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dust. Wear overalls, safety shoes, impervious gloves and chemical goggles. Use only in well ventilated areas. If inhalation risk exists wear a dust respirator.
No smoking.
Avoid contact with foodstuffs, and sources of heat and ignition. Wash hands thoroughly after use. Store in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from oxidising agents. Do not empty into drains.
RISK: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
FOR FIRE: If involved in a fire use water, fog, foam or dry agents. Avoid breathing products of combustion.
FOR SPILLS: Clean up all spills immediately. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear impervious gloves and safety goggles. Trowel up/scrape up and place spilled material in clean, dry, sealed container. Flush spill area with water. Refer to State/Territory Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
FIRST AID
If poisoning occurs, contact a Doctor or Poisons Information Centre New Zealand: 0800 764 766).
SEE THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
EMERGENCY INFORMATION: 1800 033 111 (ALL HOURS).
SWALLOWED: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately give a glass of water. First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
EYE: Immediately irrigate with copious amount of water for 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Urgently seek medical advice.
SKIN: If skin or hair contact occurs, flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available). Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED: If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area. Other measures are usually unnecessary. Seek medical advice if in doubt.
DISCLAIMER: The representations and recommendations regarding the products are based on tests which we believe to be reliable. However, no guarantee of their accuracy can be made because of the great range of field conditions and variations encountered in raw materials, manufacturing equipment and methods. Thus, the products are sold with a limited warranty only, and on the condition that purchasers will make their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their particular purposes.
