Geocrust Afrique

Tile Adhesive

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e are a leading regional cementitious tile adhesive manufacturer producing premium quality brands under the trade name POWERGRIP. POWERGRIP tile adhesive are manufactured to the highest international standards to guarantee our customers the ultimate tile fixing solution for their versatile needs.

Traditionally, cement mortars have served as tile binding agents on surfaces, consistently demonstrating suboptimal performance. The diverse array of tile types, sizes, and substrate conditions necessitates the use of specialized, high-performance tile adhesives to ensure a lasting and secure tile fixation. Variations in water absorption levels among different tile types significantly impact the adhesive’s bonding effectiveness. Moreover, fluctuations in weather conditions lead to differential expansion and contraction rates between tiles and adhesive agents, resulting in common challenges like tile popping up or breaking in traditional mortar or cement applications. Newly laid tiles using traditional cement mortar often exhibit slippage on walls. Attempts to address these fixing failures have involved resorting to extra-thick bed mortar or cement pastes resulting in both low productivity and high-cost project implementation process.

In response to the technical challenges inherent in traditional tile-fixing methods, GeoCrust Afrique has made a strategic transition towards manufacture of innovatively formulated and enhanced polymer-modified POWERGRGIP tile adhesives that can be employed in fixing a wide variety of tile types and sizes across vast surfaces types and conditions to achieve uniform high-performance thin adhesive beds with enhanced adhesion and flexibility. These ground breaking adhesives have established a regional household-name for providing superior-quality and long-lasting tiling solutions across a broad spectrum of applications.

POWERGRIP tile adhesives versus traditional cement mortar

TILE ADHESIVECEMENT MORTAR
High viscosity allowing for better bonding strength developmentFast setting with Low viscosity resulting in early de-bonding
High elasticity Polymer modified adhesive - withstand heating and cooling effectFrequent popping out of tiles over changing weather conditions
Low Material Consumption – EconomicalHigh Material Consumption – Non economical
Provide water retention & high sag resistance thus does not require vertical supportHigh slip hence needs Vertical support – spacers
Uniform bed eliminating voids and bonding failures consequently long-lasting tile fixInconsistent bed formation creating voids underneath tiles making them fragile and prone to cracking
Consistent quality performance – Premixed factory formulatedInconsistent quality performance- unreliable site material mixes prone to errors
Specially formulated for Excellent bonding to tiles of varying water absorption ratesPoor sticking to tiles due to their low water absorption rates
Thin BedThick Bed
Fast & efficient applicationTime consuming

Features and Benefits of our POWERGRIP range of Tile Adhesives:

they exhibit excellent adhesive properties and form strong lasting bonds with the substrate. Formulated for high shear and tensile strength.

for every tiling work user-specific application and performance requirements; from floors to walls, indoors to outdoors regardless of the substrate/surface or tile material type

factory formulated premixes which only require to be mixed with portable water before use

No slips observed on vertical applications.

Shrinkage cracks are minimized/eliminated due to its water retention and self-curing properties.

superior workability and strength development leading to higher productivity per worker consequently reduced project time.

intentionally formulated incorporating biocides to withstand weathering as well as unsightly Molds and Algae formation.

POWERGRIP TILE ADHESIVES

POWERGRIP Classic GP

Classified as C1 T in accordance with EN 12004 standard (Also complies with KS 1530).

It’s a durable and economical one component general purpose polymer modified cementitious tile adhesive for internal and external floor and wall tiling applications in residential and commercial buildings.

Specially formulated for fixing:

  • Small to medium sized ceramic tiles
  • Small to medium clay/terracotta and other natural stones tiles
  • Small sized porcelain tiles.
  • Single component product – ready to use (add only water as guided)
  • Superior grip/bonding Strength with no vertical slip- high adhesion with no vertical slip
  • Waterproof
  • Mold and algae formation resistant
  • Economical – Cost efficient, higher productivity and saves time.
  • Excellent workability – Fast and easy to mix and apply.

POWERGRIP Ultra BOND

Classified as C2 TE in accordance with EN 12004 standard (Also complies with KS 1530).

It’s a superior strength one component polymer modified high cementitious tile adhesive designed for internal and external floor and wall tiling applications where both high performance and water proofing properties are required especially industrial and heavy trafficked residential and commercial buildings e.g. malls, lobbies, hospitals, airports, hotels etc as well as tiling work in wet applications e.g. Showers, bathrooms, kitchens, cold rooms etc.

Specially formulated for fixing medium to large sized tiles as below:

  • All types of Ceramic, Terracotta/clay, Porcelain, Precast Terrazzo, Granite, Vitrified and semi-vitrified, Glass Mosaic and Marble tiles.
  • Engineered and natural Stones.
  • Tile-on-Tile application
  • Durable grip with superior bonding Strength, shock and impact resistant
  • Waterproof – Excellent resistance to water ingress.
  • Permanent, problem free installation – enhanced durability
  • Ideal for all types of tiling applications
  • Excellent vertical slip resistance
  • High workability – Fast and easy to mix and apply.
  • Weathering, Molds and Algae formation resistant

POWERGRIP Premium MAX

Classified as C2 FT in accordance with EN 12004 standard (Also complies with KS 1530).

POWERGRIP Premium MAX is a heavy-duty polymer modified premium grade Tile Adhesive expertly formulated as a water repellant large format tiles adhesive for internal and external floor and wall tiling applications under both submerged/wet and dry conditions.

Specially formulated for fixing medium to large sized tiles as below:

  • All types of tiles including engineered and natural Stones, low thickness slabs, basalt tiles, pavers etc
  • Ideal for roofs, pools and bathrooms
  • High trafficked areas e.g. Residential flooring, industrial flooring, commercial flooring, etc
  • Ultimate adhesion/bonding Strength
  • Waterproof – Resists water ingress, aids in waterproofing
  • Excellent durability and resistance to ageing.
  • Ideal for all types of tiling applications – Bonds with all types of cementitious surfaces
  • Excellent vertical slip resistance
  • High workability – Fast and easy to mix and apply.
  • Weathering, Molds and Algae formation resistant
AttributesClassic GPUltra BONDPremium MAX
ColorGreyGreyGrey
Packaging25Kg Bag25Kg Bag25Kg Bag
Maximum Tile Size≤ 2FT * 2FT≤ 6FT * 3FT≤ 10FT * 4FT
Surface/Substrate TypeMortar Screed, Concrete baseAll Surfaces – New & OldAll Surfaces – New & Old
Walls & FloorsYESYESYES
Internal ApplicationYESYESYES
External ApplicationNOYESYES
Pot Life2 - 3 Hours6 Hours8 Hours
Open Time15 - 20 Minutes15 - 20 Minutes20 - 30 Minutes
Slip (mm)≤ 0.5 mm≤ 0.5 mm≤ 0.5 mm
Water to Adhesive ratio6 -7 Litres per 25Kg bag6 -7 Litres per 25Kg bag6 -8 Litres per 25Kg bag
Foot Traffic After24 Hours24 Hours24 Hours
Floor Grouting After24 Hours24 Hours24 Hours
Wall Grouting After8 Hours8 Hours8 Hours
Shelf Life12 Months12 Months12 Months
Tile-on-TileNOYESYES
Swimming PoolsNOYESYES
Ceramic TilesYESYESYES
Terracotta/Clay TilesYESYESYES
Porcelain TilesYES (small format)YESYES
Precast TerrazzoNOYESYES
Granite TilesNOYESYES
Vitrified TilesNOYESYES
Glass Mosaic TilesNOYESYES
Natural StonesNOYESYES
MarbleNOYESYES
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