Choosing a tile adhesive for outdoor use

Today, many people decorate their homes with tiles. This material is widely represented in the modern construction market. Today we will talk about which tile adhesive is best to choose for outdoor decoration work.

Currently, a wide range of different types of tile adhesives are available in hardware stores. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. It should be remembered that when choosing it, it is necessary to take into account the external conditions in which the tile will be located. The outdoor area of ​​a living space will often be subject to extreme temperature changes. So that the tile does not collapse and remains in its original form, when laying it, you need to use special types of frost-resistant glue. In addition, such a base must be waterproof to avoid the harmful effects of snow and other precipitation on the structure in the winter.

Quite often, I decorate with a tiled ceramic coating not only the clinker front part of the dwelling, but also street decorative paths, sidewalk zones. When laying tiles in these spaces, you should choose not only frost-resistant and moisture-resistant, but also strong, reliable glue. After all, these places on the site are often subjected to considerable weight loads and sharp temperature fluctuations.

All frost-resistant types of tile adhesives have a similar composition, which includes several components.

• Organic and mineral substances. It is on these elements that the strength and hardness of the future composition depends. They provide durability and good glue quality.
• Polymers in the form of aqueous dispersions. This component is needed in order to return all substances to their original state when mixed.
• Cellulose ether. It is needed to give the solution the required degree of viscosity.
• Fillers. Most often, dolomite, quartz sand or simple limestone are used as these components.
• Magnesium, calcium, aluminum. These components give additional strength to the adhesive mixture. In addition, they significantly increase the efficiency of the adhesive.

As a rule, adhesive mixtures for tiles are of two types - universal and reinforced. The first option is ideal for small structures on the street or for interior decoration, while it is better not to use them for heavy, massive ceramic parts. The second type is excellent options for large coatings, which will subsequently be subjected to rather large loads.

It is important to remember that the reinforced type has excellent sealant properties., which allows laying various types of ceramic products. It also differs from the universal adhesive mixture in a higher level of frost resistance and moisture resistance.

Specialists divide all tile adhesives into three main groups, depending on the composition.

• Epoxy based. The main component of this composition is a special epoxy resin. The entire solution is made from just two main elements. It is sold, as a rule, ready-made.
• Cement based. This composition is very popular among consumers.It is ideal not only for external, but also for interior decoration work. The consumption of this glue is large compared to other types of bases. But it should be remembered that the monetary value of such a sample is much lower than that of others.
• Dispersion tile solution. It, like an epoxy-based composition, is sold immediately ready-made. It is the most practical to use. It should also be noted that such a solution is excellent for uneven rough surfaces (for fixing ceramics on other tiles, paint or wood).

When choosing an adhesive for exterior decoration, you need to pay attention not only to the level of frost resistance and moisture resistance, but also to a number of other equally important factors:

• the degree of absorption of sounds;
• the possibility of using it as a putty to get rid of irregularities and roughness;
• hardness, strength;
• time to correct the tiled surface;
• solution consumption;
• suitable base for glue application;
• type of adhesive mixture.

Many consumers cannot decide on the choice of a suitable tile adhesive. Today on the building materials market there is a rather large selection of various frost-resistant adhesive mixtures for tiles. The products of each individual manufacturer differ from others in their properties and characteristics.

Most experts note the high degree of elasticity of this mixture. In addition, this glue is absolutely not afraid of moisture and frost. It can withstand high temperature fluctuations (-50 ° C to + 80 ° C). It is this sample that many consumers call an excellent option for applying between the base and the stone structure.

This type of tile adhesive is also very popular with buyers. This adhesive mixture is frost-resistant enough (from -60 ° C to + 60 ° C). It should be noted that the time reserve for correcting the material is only 10-15 minutes.

According to many repair professionals, this type of tile adhesive is the most durable. It is able to glue together large concrete and stone slabs. Also, such a mixture is distinguished by a special level of moisture resistance, therefore it is often used not only for outdoor finishing work, but also in the design of saunas, baths and swimming pools.

Such a base is particularly moisture resistant, it is suitable not only for decorating the outer part of the facade, but also for interior decoration of the room. It should be noted that this adhesive mixture can withstand temperatures not lower than 15 ° C. Otherwise, the tiled structure will not be durable and will quickly collapse.

A considerable number of experts claim that this type of glue is perfect for laying ceramic tiles. It has good moisture and frost resistance (from -50 ° C to + 50 ° C).

Such glue is ideal not only for interior decoration, but also for exterior. This composition is universal. It is recommended to apply it in a thin layer. This mixture has good frost resistance, but at the same time the level of moisture resistance is much lower than that of other types of glue, so it is best used when laying ceramic tiles with water-absorbing properties.

This type of glue boasts enhanced frost resistance. Such a substance can be applied to concrete, gypsum fiber and gypsum plasterboard sheets, screed, cement and sandy plaster structures. When carrying out work, it should be laid in a thin layer.

Such glue has extremely high frost resistance (from -80 ° C to + 80 ° C). As a rule, it is used for massive ceramic granite products of high weight. It is also important to say that the products manufactured by this company boast excellent sealant properties.

This adhesive solution is also highly frost-resistant. In addition, you can easily work with it in cold weather at sub-zero temperatures. The time for adjusting the tiled structure is only 10 minutes. Like the previous sample, it exhibits good hermetic qualities.

This glue is one of the fastest drying glue. It easily tolerates sudden temperature changes and the release of excess moisture. Best of all, it holds tiles on concrete, cement-lime, cement-concrete bases.

This adhesive is often used for ceramic tiles and porcelain stoneware. It is best applied to a concrete base. Such a solution will be very durable and will be able to withstand significant loads, while not collapsing. It is quite applicable for areas with warm floors.

Such an adhesive solution must be applied to the structure in a thick layer. It is quite elastic, resistant to sudden temperature fluctuations, to excess moisture. It should be noted that this glue is suitable for both outdoor and indoor finishing work. It can also be used in areas with underfloor heating.

Before starting the preparation of the glue mixture, be sure to carefully read the instructions on the package. As a rule, it is in it that it talks about how to properly dilute the base and what kind of consumption of water and the main substance you need to take. After all, there is a technology for each individual type.

After diluting the glue according to the instructions, it must be carefully applied with a special notched trowel to the base. At the same time, we must not forget that the surface must be pre-cleaned and treated with a primer, otherwise the adhesive base will not be able to evenly distribute over the surface of the supporting structure, which will create installation problems. It is better to cover the structure with a thin layer, but there are also solutions that need to be applied in a thick layer.

Most experts recommend sprinkling the top layer of adhesive with cement. This technique will allow you to bind small particles of water that are formed during installation work. This will ensure that the mortar is evenly distributed over the entire surface of the substrate and will help to avoid problems when tiling.

Also, experts often advise to additionally cover one of the sides of the tiled coating with PVA glue.

Today, a considerable number of consumers use all kinds of glue for external tile coverings. Each individual sample differs from others in its characteristics and features. Currently, on the Internet, you can find a large number of customer reviews about various frost-resistant adhesives.

Many people leave their feedback on the company's products Ceresit... The overwhelming majority of buyers note the high strength of this basis, while some talk about the overpriced products of this company. The glue of such a manufacturer will not be affordable for every consumer.

Also, many reviews can be found about the company's adhesive mixtures. Knauf... Some people notice that it is easy to carry out all the necessary installation work for finishing with solutions from this manufacturer. This glue is strong and durable. In addition, many people separately noted the low monetary value. Almost any consumer can afford to buy this solution.

A large number of reviews were left by customers about the company's adhesives. Unis... Some users are satisfied with this basis and separately talk about the affordable price of the substance, its high plasticity. Also, many confidently argue that such a building mixture is perfect for installation on complex structures and on areas with a warm floor.

Despite many positive reviews, you can find negative reactions to the glue of this manufacturer on the Internet. Buyers complain that the glue mixture does not hold the structure well, as a result of which the tile coating often comes off, and also such a base hardens for too long.

A lot of positive feedback was left by consumers about the manufacturer's adhesive solutions. Vetonit... Most people separately praised the substance's high frost resistance and its ability to glue even massive, heavy porcelain stoneware slabs. According to some customers, the products manufactured by this company can boast of their durability and high strength.

A considerable number of people left their opinion about the mixtures of the manufacturer Kreisel... Most people emphasize the good tenacity, strength and reliability of this glue. Although some users said that it was too difficult to grind the seams of the structure.

Also today you can find many reviews about brand adhesives Ivsil... As a rule, customers leave positive opinions about these building mixtures, noting separately their elasticity, durability, ease of application. In addition, these adhesives perfectly bond together heavy and large ceramic and porcelain stoneware slabs.

For information on how to prepare tile glue, see the next video.