Tile glue, which is currently represented in the market of building materials, is usually distinguished both in appearance and in terms of application. Let's talk about this in more detail.
Tile glue is usually sold in the form of a dry mix, packaged in bags of 5, 10 or 25 kilograms. The composition must be diluted with water to obtain a solution of the desired consistency. Ready-made tile mortars are not so common because they are much more expensive, and also because of a very limited and fairly short shelf life after dissection. But with a small amount of work they are much more convenient to use. Among the advantages of ready-made solutions is that they are manufactured according to factory conditions. However, experienced craftsmen prefer to use tile glue made of dry mixes. This is much cheaper, which is very important for large amounts of work, and also more economical in the process of use, since usually only the amount of glue that will be used immediately is diluted.
Tile glue in the field of application can be universal and specialized. The second option is designed for laying tiles where special resistance to water is required, for example, in a pool bowl, but it can also be used in a bathroom or a shower. There are mixtures that are more elastic, designed for rooms where a certain mobility of the substrate is required. Heat-resistant dry mixes are another type of specialized glue. After curing, this adhesive is able to withstand sufficiently high temperatures without damage, so it is widely used for facing fireplaces and stoves.
The consumption of tile glue is approximately the same in all cases, however, the degree of base preparation is more influenced by it. If there are significant irregularities, then, naturally, much more composition will leave. When self-diluting the adhesive it is necessary to strictly adhere to the established norms: the solution should not turn out to be too liquid, but not excessively thick. For kneading the correct thing is to use a special drill bit, otherwise it will be difficult to get the composition of the required consistency. In the plastic container pour the required amount of water, turn on the "mixer", and then gradually pour dry tile adhesive, kneading it all until a uniform mass.
The composition should be applied evenly to the surface with a thickness, align with a notched trowel, keeping it almost perpendicular to the surface. Do not make the area of application too large until you have enough experience. It is worth remembering that on the wall the glue freezes much faster than in the container, as the porous surface of the wall and tiles instantly draws all the water out of it. On the wall, the solution freezes for 10 minutes or even faster. Clay tile "Plus" has excellent characteristics, allowing you to quickly and efficiently lay the tile. All surfaces after the next stage of work should be wiped with a cloth moistened with water.