The development of innovative building materials allows architects to design stunning structures which would not have been possible to create a few decades ago. With a concentration on improved strength, flexibility, and durability, construction and installation materials are bringing what seems like novel concepts to life.
Addressing the Challenges of Installing Tiles and Stones on Dry Walls
One of these concepts is the installation of tiles and stones on dry walls. Cement plaster and concrete, though very strong in compression, don’t perform well under tension and high shear. MYK LATICRETE’s Research and Development facility in Hyderabad took note of this and decided to create a high-quality, high-bond strength adhesive.
MYK LATICRETE’s R&D Focus
MYK LATICRETE’s state-of-the-art R&D facility – ISO 9001 2015 quality certified – specializes in developing innovative, cost-effective, user- and eco-friendly products for Tile and Stone Installation Systems, by using the latest technology and resources. When the R&D facility realized the new techniques of installation of tiles and stones on dry walls had become increasingly popular with builders, contractors, as well as influencers like architects and structural engineers, they brought the BRAND CHAMP LATICRETE® DWA 215 to life.
Introducing LATICRETE® DWA 215
LATICRETE® DWA 215 is a modified Polyurethane Adhesive designed for the installation of glass mosaic tile, ceramic tile, vitrified tile, and natural stone on most drywall boards and clean dry cement-based surfaces. LATICRETE® DWA 215 is a factory-made pail consisting of pre-blended single-component adhesive which is ready to use.
Applications of LATICRETE® DWA 215
It is for commercial and residential installations of ceramic tile, vitrified tile, and natural stone over most drywall boards and clean cement-based surfaces. It can be and is used where installations must resist physical abuse, shock, and mild chemicals (Interior & Exterior).
Product Specifications and Advantages
The product specifications are listed below:
Advantages:
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- Single component/Ready to use
- High bond strength
- No on-site mixing | Fast installation
- Saves time
- Economical
- Can be used on various drywall boards
Suitable Substrates for LATICRETE® DWA 215
- Concrete*
- Cement mortar beds*
- Plywood
- Gypsum wallboard
- Calcium silicate board
- Bison panel board
- Concrete masonry*
- Cement plaster*
- AAC Block masonry*
- Cement terrazzo*
- Cement backer board**
- Existing ceramic tile
- Other resilient tile and stone
MYK LATICRETE’s Commitment to Innovation
With research driving a new understanding of what is required, MYK LATICRETE’s penchant for improved and innovative tile and stone installation materials is evident. A fact which is underlined by LATICRETE® DWA215
