QUICK-SETTING ADHESIVE FOR CERAMIC TILES,
FOR INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL USE

USE

AVAL KM 14 is a specialist adhesive designed for fixing wall and floor ceramic tiles (glazed tiles, terracotta, clinker, gres tiles) and non-absorbent cement, concrete and natural stone tiles. It is used in particular if quick tile fixing and use is required e.g. in case of refurbishment of corridors or other rooms that have to be continuously used. AVAL KM 14 can be used on the following substrates: cement plaster, cement-lime plaster, gypsum plaster, concrete, aerated concrete, cement or anhydrite jointless floor, and rough surfaces made of bricks, blocks, hollow bricks and other similar ceramic or lime-sand materials. It is suitable for indoor and outdoor use with maximum thickness of the layer of 2÷5 mm.

PROPERTIES

AVAL KM 14 is a ready-to-use dry mix of top-quality cement binder, aggregates and modifying agents. It has good plasticity and adhesion to various construction materials, which ensures its exceptionally general-purpose application. Owing to quick setting, tiles can be used (e.g. for grouting) in ca. 4 hours from fixing. Owing to its operating parameters, it is very efficient, convenient and easy to use. Optimum selection of consistency and thickness of adhesion layer in accordance with recommendations (for relevant conditions of mortar application) eliminate slip of newly adhered tiles. AVAL KM 14 is frost- and water-proof.

SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

The substrate should be dry, stable, even and structurally sound i.e. strong enough; it should be free from anything that may weaken mortar adhesion, in particular dust, dirt, lime, oil, grease, wax, remains of emulsion and oil paint. It is recommended that any irregularities of substrate`s surface that prevent from application of the appropriate layer thickness (2÷5 mm) of AVAL KM 14 should be adjusted with, for example, AVAL KM 41 levelling mortar, AVAL KT 111 plastering mix, AVAL KN 83 mortar, etc. If necessary, use AVAL KT 17 or AVAL KN 97 priming emulsion to reduce substrate`s excessive absorption. In case of applying the adhesive to unstable substrates of bearing capacity that can hardly be determined (e.g. dusty, difficult to clean), it is recommended to make an adhesion test, i.e. to adhere a tile and check the bonding after 48 hours. In case of fixing ceramic tiles and terracotta to stable water-resistant plywood, or directly on the surface of existing glazed tiles, or on wall or floor heating systems, it is recommended to apply an adhesive of increased flexibility and adherence AVAL KM 17 or AVAL KM 14 combined with AVAL KC 83 elastic emulsion.

ADHESIVE PREPARATION

In order to prepare the mortar, pour dry mortar into a container with suitable amount of water (in proportion: 0.22 l of water for 1 kg of dry mortar) and mix until homogenous. It is best to mix it mechanically, using a drill with a mixer. The mortar is ready to use after 5 minutes and after remixing. It maintains its properties for ca. 1 hour. When using with AVAL KC 83, pour it to a water solution of the emulsion prepared as follows: 10 kg of AVAL KM 14 dry mix for a solution prepared using 1 kg of AVAL KC 83 and 1.7 l of water. Continue as previously described. Adhesive with AVAL KC 83 maintains its properties for ca. 30 minutes.

APPLICATION

AVAL KM 14 is applied in a thin layer for tile fixing. Apply the adhesive to the prepared, primed substrate with a trowel or a smooth float made of steel and then distribute it evenly and shape it (possibly in one direction) using a notched trowel. Do not lay the mortar over excessively large surface because it maintains its adhesive properties for 10÷30 minutes (depending on the substrate and environment). In order to check if it is still possible to fix tiles, you should make a test, i.e. press the mortar with your fingers. If the adhesive has remained on the fingers, you may fix tiles. If the fingers are clean, remove the old layer of the adhesive and apply a new one. After having spread the mortar place the tile and press it towards the substrate. Apply so much mortar that when a tile is pressed down, its contact surface with the adhesive is even and as large as possible (min. 2/3 of tile surface). In case of tile fixing on floors located outdoors, it is recommended to ensure complete adhesion surface. Tile position may be adjusted within 10 minutes afterwards. If grouting is to be carried out, remove excess of the adhesive when tiles are pressed towards the surface. The floor can be accessed or grouted no earlier than 4 hours after the tiles have been fixed. AVAL KM 14 adhesive mixed with AVAL KC 83 elastic emulsion maintains its properties for ca. 6 hours. The adhesive achieves its full functional strength after 3 days. The information comprises basic instructions of product application and does not relieve users of responsibility for work in accordance with good construction practice and OHS regulations. Caution: increased air humidity and low temperature extend the setting time.

CONSUMPTION

On average 1.5 kg of the adhesive is used for 1 m2 for each 1 mm of the adhesive layer. In practice consumption depends on how smooth and even the substrate is and what type of tiles is applied. Approximate consumption of adhesive for selected types of tiles Type of tile Trowel`s notch size Thickness of adhesive layer Average consumption (kg/m2) Small tiles (up to 10x10 cm) of smooth or slightly profiled bottom surface 4.0 mm ca. 2.0÷3.0 mm 2.1÷4.5 Medium tiles (25x25 cm) of slightly profiled bottom surface 6.0÷8.0 mm ca. 2.5÷4.0 mm 2.65÷6.0 Large tiles (30x30 cm) of medium profiled bottom surface 8.0÷10.0 mm ca. 3.5÷5.0 mm 3.7÷7.5

TOOLS

A drill with a mixer, smooth and notched float made of steel. Wash the tools with clean water directly after use. Clean the remainder of the set mortar that is difficult to remove with AVAL KL 55.

PACKAGING

Paper bags: 25 kg Pallet: 1050 kg in 25 kg bags

STORAGE & TRANSPORT

Store and transport in tightly closed bags, in dry conditions (pallets are particularly recommended). Keep dry. Shelf life in conditions complying with the requirements is 12 months from the date on the packaging.

CAUTION

Irritant. Protect skin, eyes and respiratory system. Do not inhale dust. If contact with eyes occurs, immediately rinse them with plenty of water and seek medical attention. If ingestion happens, immediately seek medical attention and show doctor the packaging or label. Keep out of the reach of children.