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System for installing ceramic tiles in damp environments on waterproofing multipurpose panels

New building

Internal walls; Wet environments

Installation of ceramic tiles

Application steps

Discover the application steps, the products used for this solution and other alternative products.

1

Waterproofing multipurpose panels

MAPEGUARD BOARD

Cut the panels to the size required with a cutter. Holes and openings for through elements may be created using a drill with a hole-saw bit or with a reciprocating saw.

2

Hybrid sealant

MAPEFLEX MS 45

Use this hybrid sealant and mechanical fasteners to assemble the panels to create partitions, sink units and furnishing features.

3

Adhesive
ULTRALITE S1 FLEX ZERO

pply the adhesive on the substrate with a notched trowel suitable for the type and format of the tiles to ensure the back of the tiles is sufficiently wetted. Use the double-buttering method where specified by UNI 11493-1. While installing the tiles use levelling systems from the MapeLevel line to maintain the correct width for the grouts and to reduce lippage between adjacent tiles.

4

Porcelain tiles

5

Grout

KERAPOXY EASY DESIGN

Once the adhesive has set, carefully fill the grouts to their full depth using a rubber trowel without leaving gaps or steps.After filling the grouts with epoxy mortar clean the surface while the mortar is still wet fresh with a cellulose sponge dipped in water and a Scotch-Brite® pad where required. Carry out any final cleaning required using UltraCare Kerapoxy Cleaner.