Description
Thick Bed Bedding Mortar
Pre-blended underlayment specifically designed to float a mortar bed for ceramic and natural stone tile. It is easy to mix and use, eliminating the need for site mixing of sand and cement. Thick Bed Bedding Mortar’s 3:1 mix ratio provides a high-strength surface ideal for tiling commercial and industrial installations.
Mixing Ratios
Mix with 2.4 L (2-1/2 quarts) of cool clean water or, for added strength, mix with 1.2 L (1 1/4 quarts) Thin-Set Mortar Admix and 1.2L (1-1/4 quarts) of cool, clean water and 22.68 kg (50 lbs) powder together to a semi-damp, dry-pack consistency.
Curing of Product
Curing time is affected by ambient and surface temperatures and humidity. Use the following as a guideline.
Allow 24 hours before grouting and light traffic, and 7-10 days before heavy or vehicular traffic. Before exposure to heavy or vehicular traffic, assure assembly is rated “Heavy or Extra Heavy” per TCNA Service Requirements. As necessary, use plywood or other load distributing protection when moving heavy equipment across tiled assembly.
Coverage
SQUARE FOOT COVERAGE PER 50 LB BAG (SQUARE METER PER 22.68 KG)
Thickness: 1/2″ (13mm) Min Coverage 9 ft² (0.8 m²) / Max Coverage 11 ft² (1 m²)
Thickness: 1″ (25mm) Min Coverage 4.5 ft² (0.4 m²) / Max Coverage 5.5 ft² (0.5 m²)
