Tiling & Grouting in Cold Weather with LATICRETECan you believe winter is just around the corner!? And with temperatures already starting to drop in some parts of Australia, it's time to start preparing for working in colder conditions. We've put together some helpful tips and hints for tiling and grouting in cold weather to ensure your tiling projects look great for many years to come. Conventional Portland cement tile setting beds, thin-set adhesive mortars, groups, and cement plasters are often permanently damaged when subject to below freezing temperatures immediately after installation. The water content of a mortar turning into ice often results in Portland cement gel structure rupturing with a significant loss in strength, flexibility, and durability. Subsequent repairs to the damaged work and resulting site delays are extremely costly. There is a simple rule to follow when the temperature is low during installation: The 10°C Rule: for every 10°C below 21°C, Portland cement and epoxy based materials take twice as long to cure. Helpful Hints
Continue reading our helpful hints for Cold Weather Tiling and Grouting here. Contact us to discuss your next project, arrange a demo, request FREE samples, technical support.
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