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Product Selector 

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TILE ADHESIVES 

TILE GROUTS 

FLOOR 

LEVELLING 

AND SCREEDS 

TILING RENDER 

WATERPROOF 

COATINGS 

NATURAL STONE 

PRODUCT 

SELECTOR 

GUIDE 

TILING SYSTEM 

DIAGRAMS

FOR OVER 50 YEARS ARDEX has been 

synonymous with the development and 

manufacture of premium quality specialist 

construction materials to the tiling and flooring 

industries. Through gold standard technical 

and specification support, and reliable, high 

performance products, ARDEX consistently 

meets the modern demands of contractors, 

specifiers and distributors. 

This brochure will guide you through the range 

of ARDEX High Performance Tiling Products, 

and allow you to make an informed 

specification choice, through the provision of 

technical product information and tiling system 

diagrams, for your tiling projects.

ARDEX tiling products are designed to work together for 

peace of mind. Each product is the result of research 

and development with the help f contractors and 

specifiers to ensure product compatibility and market 

leading performance. 

We call this SYSTEMARDEX – 

A system of high quality, compatible products, 

matched to unparalleled technical and field support. 


Tile Adhesive Selector Chart 4 

Tile Fixing and Grouting Techniques 5 - 6 

Movement Joints 7 

Natural Stone 8 

ARDEX Product Case Studies 9 - 11 

Tile Adhesives 12 - 18 

Tile Grouts 19 - 22 

Renders 22 

Waterproof Coatings 23 

Smoothing and Levelling Compounds 24 

Concrete Resurfacer, Patch & Repair Mortar 25 

Fast Track Floor Screeds 26 - 27 

Schlüter Ditra Matting Adhesive 28 

Admixes 28 

Primers 29 

Floor Tiling Systems 30 - 47 

Wall Tiling Systems 48 - 66 

Grout Selector and Coverage Table 67 

Grout Colours Guide 68 - 69 

The ARDEX Pool System 70 - 71 

The ARDEX Wet Room System 72 - 73 

British Standards 74 

ARDEX Technical Services, ARDEX Online 75 

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TILE TYPE 

Tile Adhesive Selector Chart 

ARDEX ADHESIVES 

SELECTING THE CORRECT ARDEX TILE ADHESIVE 

ARDEX D 30 

ARDEX X 7 G or X 7 W 

ARDEX X 7 G PLUS 

ARDEX X 7 R / X 7 R W 

ARDEX X 7 G / E 90 or X 7 W/E 90 

ARDEX S 16 or S 16 W 

Ceramic/Porous Bodied ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

Vitrified 

Fully Vitrified/Porcelain 

Internal 

Fully Vitrified/Porcelain 

External 

Large Format Floor Tile 

(Fluid Bed) 

Slate 

Quarry Tile 

Terracotta 

Vitrified Mosaic 

Glass Mosaic 

Marble and Natural 

Stone Tiles 1 2 

Brick Slips (External) 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

3 

1 

2 

ARDEX D 20 

5 5 

5 5 

✓ ✓ ✓ 

4 

4 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

ARDEX S 16 / E 90 or S 16 W/E 90 

ARDEX S 21 

ARDEX S 21/E 90 

5 5 

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

4 

✓ 4 4 

✓ 4 4 

✓ 

4 

ARDEX X 78 S / X 78 W S 

ARDEX X 77 / X 77 W 

ARDEX X 77 S / X 77 W S 

ARDEX X 7001 / X 7001 W 

✓ ✓ ✓ 

ARDEX S 20 / S 20 W 

ARDEX EG 8 

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

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✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

Check for moisture staining – consider use of Rapidry Formula adhesive or ARDEX EG 8 

For a full explanation on the benefits of the Rapidry Formula see page 8 

White adhesive recommended for light coloured and translucent mosaics, marble and natural stone tiles 

Must be suitable for fixing with tile adhesive 

On absorbent substrates only 

Maximum tile size 300mm x 300mm 

Further advice on the fixing of natural stone or marble is described in the ‘Natural Stone Fixing Guide’ 

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ARDEX X 78 

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 

ARDEX X 32 

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Tile Fixing Techniques 

The adhesive is applied to the prepared 

surface with a trowel and then combed 

through with a suitably sized notched 

trowel in straight ribs to give a ribbed 

mortar bed. The tiles should be fixed 

within the open time of the applied 

adhesive and pressed into place with a 

twisting and sliding action to achieve the 

required contact. 

For tiling to walls in dry internal locations 

the adhesive contact should be at least 

50% of the back of the tile. 

When tiling to floors and all external 

locations, or in wet areas such as showers 

and swimming pools, solid bed fixing 

should be achieved. To achieve a solid 

bed usually requires the tiles to be 

buttered immediately prior to placing into 

the ribbed bed so no voids are left 

beneath the tiles. 

Tile Grouting Technique with 

Cement-Based Grout 

Using a rubber squeegee work the 

cement-based mortar into the tile joints 

ensuring they are completely filled, deep 

joints can usually be filled in one 

operation without the grout sagging in the 

joints. When the mortar firms up in the 

joints this allows for washing down to 

produce a virtually flush finish, with a 

smooth surface by using just a wet 

sponge. 

Tile Fixing and Grouting Techniques 

The size of notched trowel chosen 

depends on the tile size, the surface 

being tiled, the profile on the back of the 

tile and the degree of coverage required. 

If an area is left with dried residue on the 

tile face prior to cleaning, the grout 

residues may, within the working time of 

the grout mortar, require moistening in 

order to make washing off easier. 

When fixing floor tiles, a pourable 

adhesive can be used if preferred to 

enable solid bedding of the tiles without 

the need to butter the backs of the tiles. 

For Natural Stone fixing - see page 9. 

Any dry film remaining on the tile face 

after cleaning down can be easily 

removed by using a damp sponge once 

the mortar has hardened in the joints. 

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Tile Fixing and Grouting Techniques 

ARDEX EG 8 

Cement/Epoxy Hybrid Grout and Adhesive 

ARDEX EG 8 is a cement/epoxy hybrid grout and adhesive with 

excellent resistance to most chemicals but, unlike traditional epoxy 

grouts, ARDEX EG 8 is easy to apply, requires no special tools, and 

can be cleaned off the tile surface up to 45 minutes after application. 

ARDEX EG 8 has been formulated to resist chemical attack and to provide a durable, abrasion resistant waterproof finish that is hygienic and 

impervious, making it ideal for use in: 

• Swimming Pools 

• Hydrotherapy and spa baths 

• Domestic and commercial food preparation areas where chemical resistance and hygienic joints are required 

• Hospitals 

• Bathrooms & showers 

Once hardened, ARDEX EG 8 can withstand full loads after 2 days curing, and after 7 days is resistant to aqueous salt solutions, chlorine water, 

commercial cleaning agents, alkalis and a wide range of dilute mineral acids. 

ARDEX EG 8 can also be used as a floor tile adhesive or a mosaic wall tile adhesive in areas where a chemically resistant adhesive bed is required. 

APPLICATION 

Tools required Apply ARDEX EG 8 with a standard 

squeegee 

Emulsify ARDEX EG 8 residue with an 

ARDEX sponge and water 

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 

Clean down the tile surface, to remove 

emulsified residues 

Remove excess ARDEX EG 8 from 

the surface 

Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 

Finished application 

NO SPECIAL 

TOOLS REQUIRED

Movement Joints 

The incorporation of movement joints is an important part of a 

ceramic floor or wall tiling project and should be detailed at the 

commencement of work. Movement joints are incorporated to 

accommodate moisture or thermal movement and drying 

shrinkage of the background or substrate to be tiled. Detailed 

advice is given in the relevant sections of BS 5385 parts 1, 2 

and 3, extracts of which are given here. 

Internal Wall Tiling 

BS 5385-1 : 2009 

6.5 Movement Joints 

6.5.1 – General 

Consideration should be given at the design stage to the 

provision of movement joints; the type and location of 

movement joints involve considerations of construction 

materials, bedding systems, anticipated temperature and 

humidity conditions, areas concerned and the setting out of the 

tiling. 

Note: Stresses occur in the tiled installation as a result of 

background movement due to such factors as drying shrinkage 

and moisture and thermal changes. These stresses can 

sometimes cause loss of adhesion, bulging or cracking of the 

tiling, but can be localised by incorporating movement joints. 

Where the background is mature and stable, e.g. existing 

rendering or plaster, the movement joints in the tiling, which 

are not to be confused with structural movement joints, might 

need to extend only through the tiling and its bed, and should 

be a minimum of 6mm wide. 

Materials for movement joints should conform to 5.9. 

6.5.2 – Location 

Movement joints should be located in the tiled installation to 

coincide and be continuous with all existing structural 

movement joints, although they are actually formed as separate 

joints isolated by suitable thicknesses of back-up material. 

The movement joints should be able to accommodate expected 

movement and when detailing the location of movement joints 

in tiling, the designer normally specifies that they are 

positioned in the following locations. 

a) Over existing and/or structural movement joints; 

b) Where tiling abuts other materials; 

c) Where tiling is continuous across junctions of 

different background materials; 

d) In large tiled areas, at internal vertical corners 

and at 3m to 4.5m centres horizontally and 

vertically; 

e) Where stresses are likely to be concentrated, for 

example at changes of alignment. 

Where large degrees of thermal movement or vibration are 

expected, the frequency of movement joints should be 

increased to accommodate the movement. 

Movement joints in the tiling should be of a suitable width to 

permit the sealant to accommodate the expected structural 

movement. 

Conversely, in small tiled areas in normal conditions, 

intermediate joints should not be necessary on walls up to 6m 

long provided the background is strong and dimensionally 

stable, there is adequate compressible joint width around each 

tile and movement joints are included at internal angles. 

External Wall Tiling 

BS 5385-2 : 2006 

10 Movement Joints 

10.1 – General 

Consideration should be given at the design stage to the 

provision of movement joints. The type and location of 

movement joints are influenced by considerations of 

construction, materials, bedding systems, anticipated 

temperature and humidity conditions, areas involved and the 

setting out of the tiling. 

Sealants and back-up materials for movement joints should be 

in accordance with 5.9. 

Note: Stresses occur in the tiled installation as a result of 

movement due to such factors as drying shrinkage and 

moisture, thermal changes and creep. These stresses can 

cause loss of adhesion, bulging or cracking of the tiling but 

they can be localised by incorporating movement joints. 

10.2 – Location 

Movement joints should be located in the tiled installation to 

coincide and be continuous with all existing structural 

movement joints, although they are isolated by suitable 

thicknesses of back-up material. 

Where tiles are fixed to an intermediate substrate, the 

movement joint should extend through the intermediate 

substrate. 

Where backgrounds are mature and stable, the movement 

joints in the tiling, which are not to be confused with structural 

movement joints, should extend only through the tiling and its 

bed, and should be a minimum of 6mm wide. 

10.3 – Disposition and Forming 

When detailing the disposition of movement joints, the designer 

should consider the following locations in relation to their effect 

on the setting out of the tiling: 

a) Over existing and/or structural movement joints; 

b) Where tiling abuts other materials; 

c) Junctions between different background materials, where 

tiling is continuous across them; 

d) Storey heights horizontally and approximately 3m to 4.5m 

apart vertically; ideally, they should be located over 

movement joints in the structural background and at 

structural material changes; for example, horizontal joint at 

top and bottom of floor slab, vertical joint at internal 

corners and at junctions with columns; 

e) External angles, vertically between 0.25m and 1m from 

the angle and symmetrically wherever possible. 

Where movement joints in tiling occur over movement joints in 

the background, they should coincide and be continuous with 

these joints and should be of a suitable width to permit the 

sealant to accommodate the expected movement. 

Interior and Exterior Floor Tiling 

BS 5385-3 : 2007 

6.8 Movement Joints 

6.8.1 – Types of movement joints 

6.8.1.1 – General 

Stresses can result from factors such as drying shrinkage, 

deflection and moisture movements in the base and thermal 

and moisture changes affecting the flooring. These stresses 

can sometimes cause loss of adhesion and bulging or cracking 

of the flooring. To counteract this, movement joints extending 

through the tiling and its bed should be incorporated in the 

installation. 

The building designer should assess the magnitude of any 

stresses and decide where movement joints should be located, 

having regard to all the relevant factors including the type of 

flooring and bed. 

Movement joints for the floor tiling are as follows: 

a) Flexible joints aligned to structural movement joints; 

b) Flexible joints to accommodate smaller movements than 

structural joints. 

Note: For movement joints in special conditions refer to 

BS 5385-4. 

6.8.1.2 – Structural movement joints 

Structural movement joints in the bed and tiling should be sited 

immediately over and be continuous with structural movement 

joints in the base. This procedure might not be acceptable if 

the base joints are not straight and parallel, or if their layout 

does not coincide with that of the floor tiles; in these 

circumstances, guidance should be sought from the building 

designer or engineer. 

Movement Joints 

6.8.1.3 – Other movement joints 

Flexible joints should be inserted over supporting walls and 

beams at intermediate positions to accommodate deflection of 

the base and movements in the flooring. 

Flexible joints should be used at floor perimeters and to divide 

the floor into bays at the intervals recommended in 7.1.6.4. 

Wherever possible they should coincide with structural features, 

e.g. columns and door openings, or they can be planned to 

provide a decorative panelled effect. 

Where high temperatures are expected, for instance around 

boilers, over heating installations or from strong sunlight, an 

assessment of the likely temperature range and corresponding 

linear changes in the flooring should be made to determine 

whether and where any additional allowance for movement is 

necessary. 

In floors that have to withstand hard-rimmed wheel traffic or 

the dragging of heavy loads, the position of movement joints 

should, where possible, be planned so that they do not occur in 

the traffic area. Where this is not practicable the joints should 

be of types having their edges reinforced with metal or rigid 

plastic sections. 

Joints other than those protected by metal or rigid plastics 

edging, subject to traffic heavier than light pedestrian, should 

not be wider than 10mm. Information on the permissible 

maximum and minimum joint widths should be obtained from 

the manufacturer of the particular joint filling selected. 

7.1.6 – Movement joints 

7.1.6.1 – General 

Care should be taken to ensure that levelling screeds or tile 

beds adjacent to movement joints are fully compacted. 

Movement joint cavities should extend through the tiling, tile 

bed and levelling screed and should be completely filled and 

sealed after the grouting of the normal joints. Where separating 

layers are incorporated, however, the movement joint should 

extend to this layer but should not penetrate it. Prior to the 

filling and sealing operation, the joints should be thoroughly 

cleaned of all extraneous matter, excess grout, dust, etc. 

7.1.6.2 – Structural movement joints 

Movement joints should be inserted in the bed and tiles over 

movement joints and/or contraction joints in the base. They 

should be continuous with the base joints and should be of 

sufficient width to permit the joint filling to accommodate the 

expected movement. In the event of the base joints not being 

true, e.g. not straight and parallel, or their layout not coinciding 

with that of the tiles, the siting of the movement joints in the 

finish as stated might not be acceptable and a decision as to 

any alternative procedure should be obtained from the building 

designer or engineer or their agent. 

7.1.6.3 – Perimeter joints 

Movement joints should be inserted where the tiling abuts 

restraining surfaces such as perimeter walls, columns, curbs, 

steps and plant fixed to the base. In floors with dimensions of 

2m or less between restraining surfaces, perimeter joints are 

not necessary unless the conditions that can generate stresses 

are likely to be extreme, for example, violent temperature 

changes or prolonged immersion in liquid. 

7.1.6.4 – Intermediate joints 

The need for intermediate joints between perimeter joints 

depends on the dimensions of the floor; for example, with the 

exception of those on suspended construction, in floors with 

less than 10m between perimeter joints no intermediate joints 

are necessary but in larger floors should be employed to divide 

the area into bays of size not greater than 10m x 10m. 

On suspended floors, stress-relieving joints should be inserted 

where flexing is likely to occur, e.g. over supporting walls or 

beams. 

For floors which might be subjected to significant thermal 

changes, i.e. direct sunlight in atria, or underfloor heating, etc., 

the floor area should be divided up by movement joints into 

bays of size not greater than 40m 2 with an edge length not 

greater than 8m. 

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Natural Stone 

Fixing Natural Stone Tiles 

When fixing and grouting natural stone 

wall or floor tiles that are prone to water 

staining, reference should be made to the 

use of the 'Rapidry Formula' range of 

products as described in the table below. 

The ARDEX natural stone range is 

designed to work together as an 

integrated system solution for total 

peace of mind. Each ARDEX natural 

stone product is the result of continuous 

research and development, with the 

help of natural stone tile manufacturers 

and fixers, to ensure product compatibility 

and market leading performance, 

courtesy of the innovative 

ARDEX Rapidry Formula technology. 

ARDEX Natural Stone Systems with ‘Rapidry Formula’ technology for the complete solution: 

FLOOR PREPARATION 

ARDEX K 15-HB Pump or hand applied levelling mortar which can be tiled on in 3-4 hours. 

ARDEX A 35/ Rapid hardening and drying cement for floor screeds, which can be tiled on 24 hours after application. 

ARDEX A 35 MIX 

ARDEX A 38 Rapid Hardening and Drying Cement for floor screeds in internal and external locations. 

Can be tiled on 4 hours after application. 

ADHESIVES 

ARDEX S16 Grey rapid hardening and drying wall and floor natural stone tile adhesive for internal use in dry 

or intermittently damp locations. Can be trafficked and grouted 2-3 hours after fixing. 

ARDEX S16W White rapid hardening and drying wall and floor natural stone tile adhesive for internal use in dry 

or intermittently damp locations. Ideal for fixing translucent marble, glass mosaics and light 

coloured natural stone tiles. Can be trafficked and grouted 2-3 hours after fixing. 

ARDEX X 7001/X 7001 W Grey or white rapid hardening and drying, flexible floor tile adhesive for fixing natural stone tiles to most surfaces 

GREY or WHITE including wood-based sheets and boards. Natural stone tiles can be grouted and trafficked 2 hours after fixing. 

ARDEX S 20/S 20 W Rapid drying and hardening natural stone tile adhesive for bed thickness between 5mm and 20mm. 

GREY or WHITE Can be trafficked and grouted 3 hours after fixing, ideal for uncalibrated natural stone tiles. 

ARDEX X 32 Rapid hardening and drying white natural stone adhesive. Use for uncalibrated stone for internal and external 

areas. Adhesive bed between 3-30mm. Ideal for moisture sensitive stone. Grout after 3 hours. 

GROUT 

The 'Rapidry Formula' system binds the 

mix water within the adhesive or grout 

virtually eliminating the risk of water 

staining and guaranteeing the best 

possible finish to all natural stone tile 

applications. The added benefits of rapid 

drying and rapid hardening make the full 

range of products ideal for the demands 

of working environments when downtime 

needs to be minimised. 

ARDEX Rapidry Plus has all the benefits 

of Rapidry but can also be used for 

external applications. 

Moisture sensitive natural stone tiles grouted 

with a traditional cement-based grout, resulting 

in unsightly water staining at the tile edges. 

Moisture sensitive natural stone tiles grouted 

with ARDEX MG Rapid Drying Marble and 

Natural Stone Grout. ARDEX ‘Rapidry Formula’ 

technology locks the mix water into the grout, 

eliminating water staining at the tile edges. 

ARDEX MG Rapid drying marble and natural stone tile grout. Ideal for grouting natural stone tiles, virtually eliminates 

the risk of water staining to the tile edges. Walkable after only 90 minutes. 

For more information please refer to the ARDEX Natural Stone Installation Brochure

Olympic Park Aquatics Centre 

London, UK Contractor: W B Simpson Limited Products used: ARDEX X 77, ARDEX-FLEX FL, ARDEX S 7, ARDEX S 21, ARDEX WPC 

Lark Hill Village 

Nottingham, UK Contractor: Telling (Finishings) Ltd of Mansfield 

Products used: ARDEX K301, ARDEX X 7 R, ARDEX-FLEX FL 

ARDEX Product Case Studies 

Tonbridge School Centre for Sports & Media 

Tonbridge, Kent, UK Contractor: Cerface Limited 

Products used: ARDEX X 7 R, ARDEX WPC, ARDEX-FLEX FL, ARDEX X 7 G PLUS, ARDEX WA 

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The Savoy 

London, UK Contractor: Mega Marble Ltd Products Used: ARDEX A 35, ARDEX X 7001, ARDEX S 16, ARDEX E 90 

McDonalds 

Products used: ARDEX DGR Degreaser, ARDEX ARDURAPID A 45, ARDEX P 4, ARDEX X 77, ARDEX X 78 S

Kings Cross 

London, UK Contractor: DMC Rail Ltd ARDEX A 35, ARDEX S 21, ARDEX E 90, ARDEX-FLEX FL 

Guess Store 

Regent Street, London, UK Contractor: Collards Floors & Walls Ltd, Bristol 

Products used: ARDEX X 78 S, ARDEX-FLEX FL 


BBC SCOTLAND 

Glasgow, Scotland, UK Contractor: Watson Stonecraft Products used: ARDEX S 20 

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ARDEX D 15 

Ready Mixed Wall 

Tile Adhesive 

Ready Mixed Wall Tile Adhesives 

ARDEX D 15 is a ready mixed adhesive for 

fixing ceramic tiles and mosaics to gypsum 

plaster, paper-faced plasterboards, 

concrete, cement and sand renders, as well 

as fixing porous bodied tiles to existing 

ceramic tiling. No primer required, easy to 

apply with excellent slump resistance and 

offers up to 20 minutes open time. 

Fix porcelain: Yes, if background 

absorbent 

Grout after (walls): 24 hours 

External use: No 

Bed thickness: 1 - 3mm 

Open time: 20 minutes 

Colour: Off White 

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Pack size: 10ltr plastic tub 

Coverage: A 10 litre tub will 

cover approximately 

10m 2 at 1mm thick 

Storage: Store out of direct 

sunlight. Protect 

from frost. Storage 

life not less than 12 

months in unopened 

containers 

ARDEX D 20 

Ready Mixed Wall 

Tile Adhesive 

ARDEX D 20 is a ready mixed adhesive for 

fixing ceramic tiles and mosaics to all 

internal walls in dry or intermittently wet 

locations, e.g. domestic showers, kitchens 

and bathrooms. No primer required, easy 

to apply with excellent slump resistance 

and offers up to 20 minutes open time and 

40 minutes tile adjustability. Tremendous 

adhesion strength and reliability. 


absorbent 




Adjustment time: 40 minutes 



Pack size: 10ltr, 5ltr or 2.5ltr 

plastic tubs 








months in unopened 

containers 

NOTES: For tile sizes above 300mm x 300mm we recommend the use of the appropriate ARDEX cement-based tile adhesive. 

Porcelain tiles should be no larger than 150mm x 150mm 

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ARDEX D 30 

Commercial and Domestic 

Ready Mixed Wall Tile Adhesive 

ARDEX D 30 is a water resistant, non-slip 

ready mixed wall tile adhesive ideal for use 

in commercial and domestic showers, 

kitchens and bathrooms. Suitable for 

virtually all substrates and tile types, 

including porcelain, ARDEX D 30 does not 

need a primer and is easy to use with 

excellent application properties. 


absorbent 







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months if stored in 

original unopened 

containers.

ARDEX X 7 G / ARDEX X 7 W 

Tile Adhesive 

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Grey 

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White 

Versatile, multipurpose adhesives for internal/external 

applications, swimming pools etc., suitable for floors and walls. 

Now fixes porcelain and fully vitrified tiles without the need of an 

admix. 

Fix porcelain: Yes 

External use: Yes* 

Grout after (walls): 

Grout after/ 

24 hours 

walk on (floors): 24 hours 


Working time: 5 hours 



Colour: Grey or White 

Pack size: 20kg 

Coverage: 1.3kg/m2 /mm of bed thickness. 

A 20kg bag will yield approximately 

Coverage 15.3 litres of mortar i.e. 

5.1m2 at 3mm thick 

Underfloor heating: Yes 

Storage: 12 months from the date shown on 

the packaging. 

Floor and Wall Tile Adhesives 

ARDEX S 16 / ARDEX S 16 W 

Rapid Hardening and Rapid Drying Tile 

and Natural Stone Adhesive 

White or grey rapid hardening and drying wall and floor adhesive 

for fixing ceramic and natural stone tiles, glass mosaics, 

porcelain and fully vitrified tiles in internal dry or intermittently 

damp locations. Can be grouted or trafficked 2-3 hours after 

fixing. ARDEX S 16 W is ideal for fixing translucent marble and 

glass mosaics. 


Grout after (walls): 

Grout after/ 

2 - 3 hours 

walk on (floors): 2-3 hours 



Working time: 30 minutes 




Pack size: 20kg bags 



14.7 litres of mortar i.e. 4.9m2 at 

3mm thick 

Underfloor heating: Yes, with the addition of ARDEX E 90 



NOTES: * External or other wet areas such as commercial showers, swimming pools etc. use with ARDEX E 90 Tile Adhesive Improver. 

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Specifically formulated to have a very high yield per bag (Ceram 

Research has confirmed approximately 20% more coverage per 

kg compared to traditional tile adhesives) along with enhanced 

properties of adhesion and flexibility. Ideal for fixing fully vitrified 

or porcelain tiles (internal areas only) and other tiles with low 

porosity as well as glass and porcelain mosaics without the need 

for an admixture. 

Fix porcelain: Yes, internal only 


Grout after/ 


External use: Yes*, except for porcelain 





Colour: Grey 

Pack size: 18kg bag 

Coverage: 1kg/m2 /mm of bed thickness. An 18kg 

bag will yield approximately 18 litres of 

mortar i.e. 6m2 at 3mm thick 


Flexible Floor and Wall Tile Adhesives with Built-In Admix 

ARDEX X 7 G PLUS 

Flexible Adhesive with Built-In Admix 

for Floor and Wall Tiling in Internal/ 

External Locations 

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NOTES: * External or other wet areas such as commercial showers, swimming pools etc. 

ARDEX X 7 R / ARDEX X 7 R W 

Rapid Setting and Hardening Flexible 

Tile Adhesive with Built-In Admix 

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Use with all tile types including fully vitrified, porcelain and 

mosaics. For internal and external applications including 

swimming pools, etc. Suitable for walls and floors, built-in admix. 

Tiles can be grouted and trafficked only 2 hours after fixing. 




Grout after/ 


Bed thickness: 1 - 6mm (3mm on timber) 





Pack size: 20kg bag grey / 20kg bag white 

Coverage: (Grey). 1.4kg/m2 /mm of bed thickness. 

A 20kg bag will yield approximately 14.3 

litres of mortar i.e. 4.7m2 at 3mm thick 


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Grey White 

(White). 1.2kg/m2 /mm of bed thickness. 

A 20kg bag will yield approximately 16.7 

litres of mortar i.e. 5.6m2 at 3mm thick 

Storage: (Grey) 12 months, (White) 6 months 

from the date shown on the packaging.

ARDEX S 20 / ARDEX S 20 W 

Flexible Rapid Hardening and Rapid Drying 

Natural Stone Tile Adhesive 

Reduced risk of water staining. Apply from 5mm to 20mm thick, 

ideal for uncalibrated natural stone tiles. Can be grouted and 

trafficked 3 hours after fixing. ARDEX S 20 W white is ideal for 

fixing translucent marble and other types of translucent natural 

stones. Internal areas. 

Fix porcelain: No 


Grout after/ 



Bed thickness: 5-20mm 






Coverage: 1.2kg/m2 /mm of bed thickness. A 22kg 

bag will yield approximately 18.3 litres of 

mortar i.e. 3.6m2 at 5mm thick 


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Grey White 

ARDEX X 32 

White Rapid Hardening and Rapid Drying 

Natural Stone Tile Adhesive 

Internal or external floor or wall tile stone adhesive. Reduced risk 

of water staining. Apply from 3mm to 30mm thick, ideal for 

uncalibrated natural stone tiles. Can be grouted and trafficked 3 

hours after fixing. ARDEX X 32 white is ideal for fixing translucent 

marble and other types of translucent natural stones. 



Grout after/ 


External use: Yes 

Bed thickness: 3-30mm 




Colour: White 






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ARDEX X 77 / ARDEX X 77 W 

MICROTEC ® Flexible Wall and Floor 

Tile Adhesive 

Exceptionally long open time. Heavier, larger tiles can be used 

without slipping. Fibre reinforced, flexible tile adhesive for 

internal/external use, swimming pools, etc., use with all tile types 

including fully vitrified, porcelain and mosaics. Suitable for walls 

and floors, built-in admix. 




Grout after/ 








Coverage: 1kg/m2 /mm of bed thickness. A 20kg 

bag will yield approximately 19 litres of 






ARDEX X 77 S / ARDEX X 77 W S 

MICROTEC ® Ultra Rapid Setting Flexible 

Wall and Floor Tile Adhesive 

Fibre reinforced rapid setting adhesive. Tiles can be grouted and 

trafficked only 90 minutes after fixing. Use with all tile types 

including fully vitrified, porcelain and mosaics. For internal and 

external applications including swimming pools, etc. Suitable for 

walls and floors, built-in admix. 



Grout after (walls): 90 minutes 

Grout after/ 

walk on (floors): 90 minutes 








bag will yield approximately 16.7 litres 

of mortar i.e. 5.5m2 at 3mm thick 



the packaging.

Floor Tile Bedding Mortar and Flexible Floor Tile Bedding Mortar 

ARDEX X 78 

MICROTEC Flexible Semi-Pourable 

Floor Tile Adhesive 

C2 

T T S1 S1 

Fibre Reinforced standard setting floor tile adhesive. For fixing all 

types of ceramic floor tiles, mosaics etc. Semi-pourable 

consistency makes it ideal for solid bed fixing large format floor 

tiles. Achieves an open time of up to 60 minutes, double that of 

‘E’ classified adhesives. For internal/external applications. 



Grout after/walk on: 24 hours 





Colour: Grey 




16.65 litres of mortar 

i.e. 5.6m2 @ 3mm thick 





ARDEX X 78 S / ARDEX X 78 W S 

MICROTEC ® Ultra Rapid Setting Flexible 

Floor Tile Adhesive 

Fibre reinforced rapid setting floor tile adhesive. Tiles can be 

grouted and trafficked 11 ⁄2 hours after fixing. For fixing all types of 

ceramic floor tiles, mosaics, etc. Its enhanced adhesion 

properties and easily workable consistency make it ideal for solid 

bedding fully vitrified and porcelain large format tiles. 

For internal/external applications. 



Grout after/walk on: 90 mins 













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Fast Track Flexible Tile Adhesive, Epoxy Adhesive and Grout 

ARDEX X 7001 / X 7001 W 

MICROTEC ® Rapid Drying Pourable Floor 

Tile Adhesive 

Fibre reinforced pourable adhesive. Specifically designed for fixing 

all types of floor tiles, including porcelain, to various surfaces 

including wood-based sheets and boards. Tiles can be grouted 

and trafficked 2 hours after fixing. ARDEX X 7001 W white is ideal 

for fixing light and translucent marble and limestone. 



C2 

FE FE 


Bed thickness: 1 - 6mm (1 - 4mm to timber) 











ARDEX S 21 

Rapid Hardening Floor Tile Bedding Mortar 

C1 

For large format tiles. Pourable consistency. May be used to 

smooth rough bases and make up screed levels. 

For internal/external applications including swimming pools. 

Tiles can be grouted and trafficked 3 hours after fixing. 

Fix porcelain: Yes, with addition of ARDEX E90 



Screed bed thickness: 1 - 10mm/10 - 30mm with sand 

Adhesive bed thickness: 3 - 6mm 


Adjustment time: Approximately 20 minutes 


Colour: Grey 




12.3 litres of mortar i.e. 4.1m2 at 

3mm thick 

Underfloor heating: Yes, with addition of ARDEX E90 



NOTES: * External or other wet areas such as commercial showers, swimming pools etc.

ARDEX-FLEX FL 

Rapid Setting and Hardening, Flexible 

Tile Grout with Built-In Admix 

CG2 

Water-repellent and dirt resistant, flexible, rapid hardening tile 

grout for wall and floor joints from 3-15mm wide. Suitable for 

internal and external locations, including swimming pools. Can 

receive foot traffic after 90 minutes, and is easy to apply and 

clean off the surface of the tile. Available in 32 colours. 

Joint width: 3 - 15mm 

Grout porcelain: Yes 

Workable: 30 minutes 

Walkability: 90 minutes 


Colours: 32 colours available 

refer to colour chart on page 68 

Pack size: 2.5kg or 10kg bags 

Coverage: Refer to grout coverage table (page 67) 


WIDE 

JOINTS 



ARDEX ST 

Elastic Silicone Sealant 

CG2 

Tile Grouts 

ARDEX-FLEX FS 

Flexible Tile Grout with Built-In Admix 

Water-repellent and dirt resistant, flexible tile grout for wall and 

floor joints up to 4mm wide. Suitable for internal and external 

locations, including swimming pools. Easy to apply and clean off 

the surface of the tile. Available in 32 colours. 

Joint width: Up to 4mm 


Workable: 2 1 ⁄2 hours 

Walkability: 5 hours 


Colours: 32 colours available 

refer to colour chart on page 68 

Pack size: 2.5kg or 10kg bags 



NARROW 

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Easy to apply with excellent resistance to weather, UV radiation and commonly used cleaning chemicals and 

disinfectants, ARDEX ST contains fungicide that does not support the growth of fungus or moulds. Suitable for 

internal and external use, ARDEX ST minimises discolouration and is also suitable for joints in natural stone. 

ARDEX ST is available in 6 colours that closely match the most popular ARDEX-FLEX grout colours – Brilliant White, 

Spring Jasmine, Floating Driftwood, Dove Grey, Stormy Mist and Innocent Black 

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Tile Grouts 

ARDEX F 4 

Fine Wall Tile Grout 

CG1 

Use for wall tiling and in swimming pools, etc., for joints up to 

4mm wide. Both easy to apply and clean off. 


Grout porcelain: Yes, with addition of ARDEX E101 

Workable: 2 - 3 hours 


Colours: Polar White, Beige, Light Grey 





ARDEX C 2 

Wall and Floor Tile Grout 

CG1 

Available in grey, white, limestone, sandstone, beige or anthracite 

– for joint widths from 2mm upwards, suitable for wall and floor 

tiling in internal/external locations, swimming pools, etc. 



Workable: 2 - 3 hours 



Colours: Anthracite, Beige, Grey, Limestone, 

White, Sandstone 

Pack size: 11kg or 5kg (Beige, Grey or White 

only) bags 




the packaging.

ARDEX GK 

Rapid Setting and Hardening Grout 

CG1 

2A 2A 

For tile joint widths from 3mm upwards. Suitable for 

internal/external use on floors and walls. 






Colours: Anthracite or Grey 






Flexible Floor and Wall Tile Grouts with Built-In Admix 

ARDEX MG 

Rapid Drying Marble and Natural Stone 

Tile Grout 

Virtually eliminates the risk of water staining of the edges of 

moisture sensitive natural stone tiles. For joint widths up to 8mm, 

suitable for wall and floor tiling. Walk on and traffic only 90 

minutes after application. 



Walkability: 90 minutes 


Colours: Light Grey, Dark Grey, White, 

Limestone, Sandstone 




CG2 



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Cement/Epoxy Hybrid Grout , Fast Track Tiling Render 

ARDEX EG 8 

Cement/Epoxy Hybrid Grout and Adhesive 

R2 

ARDEX EG 8 is ideal for use in areas where high standards of 

hygiene and cleanliness are required. ARDEX EG 8 has excellent 

resistance to most chemicals but, unlike traditional epoxy grouts, 

is easy to apply, requires no special tools, and can be cleaned off 

the tile surface up to 45 minutes after application. 





Colours: Grey and White 

T T 

Pack size: 4kg plastic tub 



Adhesive 

RG 

Grout 



ARDEX AM 100 

Fast Track Tiling Render 

Specially formulated pre-blended cement/sand render, requiring 

only the addition of water to produce a slump free mortar which 

can be applied 2-20mm and is ready to receive wall tiling only 2 

hours after application. 

Application thickness: 2 - 20mm 


Fix ceramics: 2 hours 

28 day strength 

(N/mm2 ): 11 

Final set: 90 minutes 



Coverage: 1.3kg/m2 /mm. A 25kg bag will yield 

approximately 19 litres of mortar i.e. 




NOTES: * External or other wet areas such as commercial showers, swimming pools etc.

ARDEX WPC 

Flexible Rapid Drying and Setting 

Waterproof Coating 

ARDEX WPC creates a waterproof protective coating that 

guarantees the prevention of water damage to floors and walls. 

Use prior to tiling in commercial and domestic wet rooms, power 

showers, bathrooms and kitchens. ARDEX WPC is quick and 

easy to apply and tiling can commence after just 90 minutes. 

Pot life: Approximately 45 minutes 

Curing time: 30 minutes for the first coat, 

60 minutes for the second coat 

Fix tiles after: 60 minutes after application of 

second coat 

Colour: Brown 

Pack size: 5kg plastic bottle (liquid) 

5kg bag (powder) 

Coverage: 6.6m2 per unit to give a 0.8mm thick 

coating (2 coats) 




Waterproof Coatings 

ARDEX S 7 

Flexible Waterproof Coating for Floors 

and Walls 

ARDEX S 7 can be used to waterproof swimming pools prior to fixing 

ceramic tiles. Tiles can be fixed after just 4 hours in interior and 

exterior locations, and resists water pressure up to 3 Bar. 

Pot life: Approximately 60 minutes 

Curing time: 4 hours 

Fix tiles after: 4 hours 

Colour: Brown 

Pack size: 15kg 

Coverage: 6.25 m 2 (2 coats applied) 



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Smoothing and Levelling Compounds 

ARDITEX NA 

Ultra Rapid Setting Latex Sub-Floor 

Levelling and Smoothing Compound 

ARDITEX NA is a self-smoothing, protein free, low odour latex levelling 

compound. It is used for the preparation of cement/sand and concrete screeds, 

metal, quarry tiles, asphalt flooring (grade 1), granolithic or terrazzo floors, prior 

to applying the floor tiles. May also be used for pre-smoothing timber floors prior 

to oversheeting with plywood and can be used under a damp proof membrane, 

such as ARDEX DPM. Also used to encapsulate under-tile heating cables to 

concrete, screeds and thermal tilebacking boards. 

Application thickness total: 0 - 30mm 

Application thickness neat: 

Application thickness 

0 - 12mm 

with aggregate: 8 - 30mm use from half to 

equal volumes of ARDEX COARSE 

Aggregate to ARDITEX NA mix 

Working time: 20 mins at 20°C 

Walkable: 2 hours at 20°C 

Fix ceramics: 4 - 6 hours at 20°C 

28 Day compressive strength: 16.5 N/mm 2 

Final set: 11 ⁄2 hours at 20°C 

External use: Consult ARDEX Technical Services 

Under DPM: Yes 

Coverage: Depending on flatness and texture 

of surface one unit will cover 

approximately 5m2 at 3mm thick 

Material requirement: 1.6kg of mortar/m2 /mm 


Pack size: 20kg bags with 4.85kg latex liquid 

Storage: ARDITEX NA powder has a storage 

life of 12 months from the date 

shown on the packaging. ARDITEX NA 

latex has a storage life of not less 

than 6 months from the date 

shown on the packaging. 

ARDEX K 15-HB 

High Build Rapid Drying 

Sub-Floor Smoothing Compound 

Rapid hardening and drying pump or hand applied levelling 

mortar which can be tiled on 4 hours after application. Ideal for 

interior, fast track tiling. 

Application thickness: 5 - 35mm 

Application thickness 

with aggregate: 20 - 35mm use from half to equal 

volumes of ARDEX COARSE 

Aggregate to the ARDEX K 15-HB mix 



Fix ceramics: After 4 hours at 20°C 

Final set: 2 hours at 20°C 


Under DPM: No 

Coverage: Depending on flatness of surface 

a 25kg bag will cover approximately 



Material Requirement: 1.84kg of powder/m 2 /mm 




Mix Water Requirement: 4 - 4.25 litres per 25kg bag.

Fast Track Concrete Resurfacer, External Patch and Repair Mortar 

ARDEX K 301 

Fast Setting Resurfacing and 

Levelling Compound 

A fast setting cost effective solution for smoothing rough or 

damaged concrete or cement/sand screeds and is suitable for 

internal and external applications prior to tiling. ARDEX K 301 is 

walkable after 2-3 hours and can be tiled onto after 24 hours. 

Use to level uneven surfaces, such as paths and patios. 

Application Thickness Total: 2 - 20mm 

Application Thickness Neat: 2 - 20mm 

Working Time: Approx. 30 mins at 20°C 

Walkable: 2 - 3 hours at 20°C 

28 Day Compressive Strength: 28 N/mm 2 

External Use: Yes 


Underfloor Heating: No 

Coverage: Depending on flatness of 

surface a 25kg bag will 

cover approximately 7.8m2 at 2mm thick. 

Material Requirement: 1.6kg powder/m 2 /mm 

Packaging: 25kg bag 

Storage: 12 months from the date 


Mix Water Requirement: 5.25 litres per 25kg bag. 

ARDEX A 46 

Rapid Setting and Hardening External 

Patch and Repair Mortar 

Rapid setting and hardening, slump free repair and patch mortar 

which is ideal for external use or for internal repairs and 

smoothing, prior to the application of ceramic tile finishes. 

Can be used to repair concrete and cement/sand screeds, 

repair steps or create ramps and falls. 

Application Thickness Total: 2 - 30mm 

Application Thickness Neat: 2 - 30mm 

Working Time: 15 mins at 20°C 

Walkable: 2 - 3 hours at 20°C 

Fix Ceramics: 2 - 3 hours at 20°C 

28 Day Compressive Strength: 20 N/mm 2 

Apply Floorcoverings: 24 hours at 20°C 

External Use: Yes 


Underfloor Heating: Yes 


surface an 11kg bag will 

cover approximately 4m2 at 

2mm thick (8 litres of 

mortar). 

Packaging: 11kg bag 



Mix Water Requirement: 2.7 - 3 litres per 11kg bag. 

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Fast Track Floor Screeds 

ARDEX A 38 

Rapid Hardening and Drying Cement for Floor 

Screeds in Internal or External Locations 

Traditional sand/cement screeds can take months to dry, but an 

ARDEX A 38 screed can receive tiling after 4 hours for bonded, 

unbonded and floating screeds, regardless of thickness. ARDEX 

A 38 can be walked on after 3 hours and is suitable for internal 

and external use, including wet and submerged areas. 

Thickness bonded screed: 15 - 50mm 

Thickness unbonded screed: 50mm+ 

Thickness floating screed: 65/75mm+ (65mm for 

domestic locations only) 



Fix ceramics - bonded screed: 4 hours 

Fix ceramics - unbonded screed: 4 hours 

Fix ceramics - floating screed: 4 hours 




surface approximately 1.6m2 per 25kg bag for 50mm 

1:5 screed 




Material Requirement: 1:5 mix = 0.31kg/m 2 /mm 

ARDEX A 35 

Rapid Setting and Ultra Rapid Hardening Cement 

for Floor Screeds in Internal Locations 

Traditional sand/cement screeds can take months to dry, but an 

ARDEX A 35 screed can receive tiling after 24 hours, regardless of 

thickness. After 1 day the compressive and tensile strengths of an 

ARDEX A 35 screed exceed the acceptable minimum attained by a 

conventional screed after 28 days. 





Working time: 1 hour at 20°C 


Fix ceramics - bonded screed: 24 hours at 20°C 

Fix ceramics - unbonded screed: 24 hours at 20°C 


Under DPM: No 


surface a 25kg bag of 

ARDEX A 35 mixed with 

125kg (1:5 mix) of screeding 

sand will cover approximately 






Material Requirement: 1:4 mix = 0.37kg/m2 /mm 

1:5 mix = 0.31kg/m2 /mm

ARDEX A 35 MIX 

Rapid Drying Pre-Blended Screeding and 

Screed Repair Mortar 

Ready-for-use, rapid drying, pre-blended, screeding and screed 

repair mortar that just requires water to produce a screeding 

mortar. Rapid strength development, can receive tiling after 

24 hours, regardless of thickness. Can also be used for rapid 

screed repairs. 





Working time: 1 hour at 20°C 


Fix ceramics - bonded screed: 24 hours at 20°C 

Fix ceramics - unbonded screed: 24 hours at 20°C 

28 day compressive strength: 40 N/mm 2 

External Use: No 

Under DPM: No 


surface approximately 0.83m2 at 15mm thick per 25kg bag 





Material Requirement: 1.85kg of powder/m 2 /mm 

Fast Track Floor Screeds 

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Schlüter Ditra Matting Adhesive, Admixes 

ARDEX AF 200 

Schlüter Ditra Matting Bonding Adhesive 

ARDEX AF 200 is a water-based, low odour, solvent free, high 

quality dispersion adhesive for adhering Schlüter Ditra matting to 

timber floors. 

Coverage: Notch size (mm) m 2 /litre 

2 x 6 3 approximately 

Open/working time: Up to 1 hour depending on room 

temperature/humidity and absorbency 

of the sub floor 

Colour: Cream 


the packaging if stored in good 

conditions between 5°C and 30°C in 

original unopened containers. 

Packaging: Available in 5 litre and 15 litre tubs. 

ARDEX E 90 

Tile Adhesive Improver 

Mortar admix for use with ARDEX cement-based adhesives. 

Gives elastic and water repellent properties plus enhanced 

adhesive strength if fixing to smooth or glazed surfaces. 

Colour: White 

Pack size: 2kg or 3.6kg plastic containers 

Coverage: 3.6kg per 20kg bag of ARDEX X 7/S 16 

(2kg for ARDEX S 21) 



ARDEX E 101 

Tile Grout Improver 

Grout admix for ARDEX C 2, F 4 and GK cement-based grouts and 

normal cement/sand grout mortars. For elastic and water 

repellent tile joints. 

Colour: White 

Pack size: 1kg or 5kg plastic containers 

Coverage: 1kg per 11kg bag of ARDEX C 2, F 4 

or GK grout 


the packaging.

ARDEX P 4 

Ready Mixed Rapid Drying 

Multi-Purpose Primer 

Solvent free primer for internal/external application to walls, 

floors and ceilings. Used prior to the application of ARDEX 

ceramic tile adhesives and levelling compounds. Produces 

textured surface and dries in one hour. Virtually drip free. 

Particularly useful for tile on tile applications. Applied to 

concrete, cement/sand screeds, ceramic tiles, terrazzo. 

Coverage: 

Dependant on the surface to be primed - usually 40m2 per 8kg tub 

Pack size: 

8kg tub 

Storage: 

12 months in the original unopened container. 

ARDEX P 82 

Water Dispersed Epoxy Primer 

Solvent free, non-flammable, two part, water dispersed epoxy 

primer and bonding agent for use on all dense impervious 

surfaces, including hard flooring grade asphalt, ceramic and 

quarry tiles and rigid metal sub-floors, prior to applying ARDEX 

cement-based tile adhesives. 

Coverage: 

Depending on the surface to be primed and method of 

application 10 - 20m2 per 2kg unit, 30 - 60m2 per 6kg unit 

Material requirement: 

5-10m2 per kg of mixed primer 

Pack size: 

2kg or 6kg units 

Storage: 

12 months from the date shown on the packaging. 

Protect from frost. 

Primers 

Primer for anhydrite screeds and gypsum plaster prior to applying 

ARDEX cement-based tile adhesives as well as porous sub-floors to 

improve adhesion of ARDEX sub-floor smoothing compounds, helps 

prevent air bubbles/pin holes and prolong the flow life. 

Use as part of the bonding slurry for ARDEX A 35 Screed and for 

use with ARDEX X 7001 adhesive to timber floors. 

Coverage: 

Determined by dilution: e.g for porous screeds, dry, sound anhydrite 

screeds and gypsum plaster - 5kg diluted with 3 

volumes of water is sufficient for priming approximately 100m2 e.g for power float concrete - 5kg diluted with 2 volumes of 

water is sufficient for priming approximately 60m2 e.g for rough 

concrete - 5kg diluted with an equal volume of water is sufficient for 

priming approximately 35m2 . Undiluted a 1kg bottle will cover 

approximately 5m2 . 

Pack size: 

25kg, 5kg or 1kg containers 

ARDEX P 51 

Primer and Bonding Agent 

Storage: 

12 months from the date shown on the packaging. 

ARDEX E 100 

Additive to Improve Screeding, 

Rendering and Repair Mortars, 

and for Bonding/Slurry Grouts 

ARDEX E 100 is an acrylic-based dispersion for use with screeds in 

internal and external locations. 

• Improves the elasticity and the compressive and tensile strengths 

of the modified mortar 

• Improves the workability and plastic properties of the mortar, 

without increasing the water content 

• Reduces early age crack formation and surface dusting of 

screeds, while increasing their abrasion resistance 

• Use with ARDEX A 38 Rapid Hardening and Drying Cement for 

Floor Screeds as a bonding slurry/grout 

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Floor Tiling System Selector 

These overviews show some of the systems that can be used for various 

circumstances. These should only be used in conjunction with the 

guidance given in the current ARDEX data sheets for the individual 

products shown. 

Detailed design data sheets are available for some of the key systems 

and site specific guidance can be provided by contacting your local 

ARDEX Area Manager or the ARDEX Technical Services Department. 

Other combinations of adhesives and grouts may be suitable, please 

consult the individual product data sheets for further information. 

INTERNAL FLOORS 

SUBSTRATE TO BE TILED 

CONCRETE OR CEMENT/SAND SCREED DRY AREAS 

FLOOR AND WALL TILING, SOLID BED FIXING IS REQUIRED (NO VOIDS 

BEHIND TILES) IN EXTERNAL LOCATIONS. 

FLOOR TILING IN EXTERNAL LOCATIONS SHOULD PREFERABLY BE 

LAID TO FREE DRAINING FALLS. 

N.B. All ARDEX products should be mixed and applied in accordance 

with the relevant product data sheet. 

The use of ARDEX AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat Tiling Render 

allows tiles to be fixed only 2 hours after application. 

A bonded ARDEX EB 2 screed will allow tiles to be fixed only 3 hours 

after application. 

WET AREAS 

FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 1 - P32 


ANHYDRITE SCREED DRY AREAS FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 3 - P34 

FLOORING GRADE ASPHALT DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

EXISTING CERAMIC FLOOR TILING/TERRAZZO DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

TIMBER FLOORS DRY AREAS 

SITE CONDITIONS ARDEX SYSTEM 

WET AREAS 







HEATED TIMBER FLOORS FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 10 - P41 

HEATED CONCRETE OR CEMENT/SAND SCREED FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 11 - P42 

TILEBACKER BOARDS FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 12 - P43 

INDUSTRIAL AREAS, CHEMICALLY RESISTANT JOINTS OR HYGIENIC JOINTS FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 13 - P44 

DAMP CONCRETE/CEMENT AND SAND SCREED REQUIRING DPM FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 14 - P45 

EXTERNAL FLOORS 

CONCRETE OR CEMENT/SAND SCREED 

EXISTING GLAZED/UNGLAZED TILES, TERRAZZO 

N.B. All ARDEX products should be mixed and applied in accordance with the relevant product data sheet. 


FLOOR TILING SYSTEM 16 - P47

Internal Floors 

CEMENT/SAND SCREED 

New cement and sand screeds require at least 3 weeks drying time prior 

to fixing tiles.* 

ANHYDRITE SCREED 1 

Ensure that the surface has been prepared in accordance with the 

manufacturers instructions and is free of dust, is hard and the anhydrite 

screed is fully dry. Use ARDEX P 51 primer diluted 1:3 by volume with 

water. 

HARD FLOORING GRADE ASPHALT SANDED 2 

With well adhered sand key no primer is required. If sand key 

is poor or worn off, proceed as for smooth asphalt. 

HARD FLOORING GRADE ASPHALT SMOOTH 

Use ARDEX P 82 primer. 

EXISTING CERAMIC TILING 

Ensure existing tiling is well adhered. Thorough cleaning and rinsing off 

essential. 

TERRAZZO 

Ensure existing terrazzo is well adhered. Thorough cleaning and rinsing off 

essential; mechanical preparation may be required. 

CONCRETE 

Ensure that new concrete is at least 6 weeks old prior to tiling. 

Check that surface curing agents are removed. 

WET LOCATIONS 3 

Backgrounds should be water resistant and suitable for direct fixing. Tiles 

should be solid bed fixed. 

TIMBER FLOORS 

Use undiluted ARDEX P 51 only with ARDEX X 7001/ARDEX X 7001 W. 

Use ARDEX P82 or ARDEX P 51 with ARDEX S16/ARDEX E90. 

External Floors 

CEMENT/SAND RENDER AND SCREED 

Wood float finish and prevent rapid drying out. Allow to air dry for at least 2 

weeks (renders) or at least 3 weeks (screeds) prior to tiling.* 

CONCRETE 

Allow at least 6 weeks drying time prior to fixing tiles onto new concrete. 

Ensure all formwork release agents are removed. 


Ensure existing tiling is well adhered and can support the new tile bed. 

Thorough cleaning and rinsing off essential. 

BRICKWORK 

Allow new walls to dry for at least 6 weeks prior to direct fixing or rendering. 

Floor Tiling - Background/Substrate Preparation 

2 

Background/Substrate Preparation 

All backgrounds must be rigid, clean, stable and free from any barriers to 

adhesion such as dust, plaster droppings, grease, polish and any water 

softenable or loosely adhered materials. Good adhesion to a stable background 

is very important to guarantee the successful application of tiling. 

Surfaces to be tiled must be flat and when checked with a 2m straight edge, 

any gap under the straight edge between points of contact with the surface 

should not exceed 3mm (Surface Regularity 1). Any small scale irregularities 

should be pre-smoothed before tiling. 

* With an unbonded ARDEX A 35 cement/sand screed tiles can be fixed after 

only 24 hours, with an ARDEX A 38 cement/sand screed tiles can be fixed after 

only 4 hours. 

If thinner layers need to be made up, consideration should be given to the use 

of the appropriate ARDEX smoothing compound. 

Primers 

ARDEX P 4 - Solvent free primer for internal/external 

application to walls, floors and ceilings. Used prior to the 

application of ARDEX ceramic tile adhesives and levelling 

compounds. Produces textured surface and dries in one 

hour. Virtually drip free. Particularly useful for tile on tile 

applications. Applied to concrete, cement/sand screeds, 

ceramic tiles, terrazzo. 

ARDEX P 51 - For use with ARDEX X 7001. 

Also for use on porous and absorbent anhydrite screeds. 

ARDEX P 82 - Non-flammable, water dispersed epoxy 

primer for bonding to smooth impervious surfaces 

including existing ceramic tiling, internal asphalt, terrazzo, 

sound and well adhered paint coatings and old adhesive 

residues, prior to the use of cement-based adhesives. 

1 

2 

Bed thickness maximum 3mm unless using ARDEX S 20. 

Adhesive bed thickness not greater than 6mm. 

3 ARDEX WPC can be used to protect moisture sensitive 

backgrounds in wet locations, prior to fixing tiles using the 

appropriate ARDEX cement-based adhesive. 

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• Tiling to concrete or cement/sand screed - dry areas 

• Internal floors 

Multi-purpose flexible, all tile types: 

ARDEX X 7 

Multi-purpose, rapidset flexible, 

all tile types: 

ARDEX X 7 R 

MICROTEC ® Flexible Semi- 

Pourable Floor Tile Adhesive 

- Large format tiles: 

ARDEX X 78 

Floor Tiling System 1 

Concrete or 

cement/sand 

sand screed 

NOTE: For natural stone tiling refer to the 

‘ARDEX Natural Stone Tiling Guide’. 

If smoothing or levelling of the sub-floor is 

required prior to tiling the use of the 

appropriate ARDEX smoothing or levelling 

compound should be considered. 

See notes on Page 31 regarding suitability 

and preparation of concrete and 

cement/sand screeds prior to tiling. 

Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 

Narrow joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to concrete or cement/sand screed - wet areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Concrete or 

cement/sand 

screed or ARDEX 

A 35 rapid drying 

screed 



If smoothing or falls are required prior to 

applying the waterproof coatings the use of 

the appropriate ARDEX smoothing 

compound or screeding mortar should be 

considered. 





Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


ARDEX WPC 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to anhydrite screed - dry areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 


Anhydrite screed 







Floor tiles ARDEX P 51 

(Diluted 1:3) 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to flooring grade asphalt - dry areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Sand keyed 

asphalt 







Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


ARDEX P 82 

Smooth asphalt 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to flooring grade asphalt - wet areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 


Sand keyed asphalt 




and preparation of asphalt floors prior to 

tiling. 


Floor tiles ARDITEX NA 

3-6mm thick 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

Smooth asphalt 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to existing ceramic floor tiling/terrazzo - dry areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Existing 

floor tiles 




and preparation of existing ceramic floor 

tiles and terrazzo prior to tiling. 


New floor 

tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


ARDEX P 82 or ARDEX P 4 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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38 

• Tiling to existing ceramic floor tiling/terrazzo - wet areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 


Existing floor tiles 




and preparation of existing ceramic floor 

tiles and terrazzo prior to tiling. 

New floor 

tiles 

ARDEX WPC 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


ARDITEX NA 

3-6mm 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to timber floors - dry areas 


Existing 

floorboards 



Further guidance on the fixing of ceramic 

floor tiles to wood-based boards is 

described in the ‘Fixing Ceramic Tiles 

to existing suitable Tongued and Grooved 

Floorboards’ leaflet. 


ARDEX X 7001 

Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


ARDEX P 51 

(Undiluted) 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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40 

• Tiling to timber floors - wet areas 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 


Existing floorboards 

Schlüter Ditra matting 

www.schluter.co.uk 



ARDEX AF 200 

Schlüter Ditra Matting 

Bonding Adhesive 

Size of adhesive ribbing shown 

for illustrative purposes only 

Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


Pre-smooth with 

selected tile adhesive 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to heated timber floors 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Existing 

floorboards 



Further guidance on the fixing of specific 

proprietary insulating tile backing board is 

described in the relevant ARDEX/Wedi, 

ARDEX/Marmox or ARDEX/Kerdi 

application leaflets. 

Heating cables 

Proprietary 

insulating tile 

backing board 


Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


Pre smoothing layer 

of ARDITEX NA or 

ARDEX adhesive 

shown above 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to heated concrete or cement/sand screeds 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Heated concrete or 

cement/sand screed 

(thermally cycled) 

WET AREAS 





and preparation of heated concrete or 


Reference should be made to IGN 7. 

ARDEX WPC 

Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

DRY AREAS

• Tiling to proprietary tile backing boards 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Proprietary tile 

backing board 




proprietary tile backing boards is described 

in the relevant ARDEX/Wedi, 

ARDEX/Marmox or ARDEX/Kerdi 

application leaflets. 


Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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44 

• Tiling of industrial areas, chemically resistant or hygienic joints 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 


Concrete or 


Chemical/hygienic joints 

In industrial areas where heavy impacts and 

loads occur or where corrosive liquid lies on the 

tiles, bed and grout in ARDEX EG 8. 



If smoothing or falls are required prior to tiling 

the use of ARDEX S 21 or ARDEX EB 2 should 

be considered. 

See notes on Page 31 regarding suitability and 

preparation cement/sand screeds prior to tiling. 

Floor tiles 

ARDEX EG 8 Cement/Epoxy 

Hybrid Grout 


Full chemical resistance

• Tiling to damp concrete or cement/sand screed to 

include surface damp proof membrane 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

ARDEX DPM 

(2 coat coloured system) 




and preparation of concrete or 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

New Floor tiles 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 


ARDEX P 82 

Existing damp concrete 

or cement/sand screed 

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• Tiling to concrete or cement/sand screed 

• External floors 

Multi-purpose flexible: 

ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

Concrete or 


*NOTE: When fixing fully vitrified or porcelain 

tiles in external situations use either ARDEX X 77, 

ARDEX X 7 R, ARDEX X 78/ARDEX X 78 S. 



If smoothing or screeding of the sub-floor is 

required prior to tiling the use of ARDEX K 301, 

A 46, S 21 or ARDEX A 38 should be considered. 

See notes on page 31 regarding suitability and 

preparation of concrete or cement/sand screeds 

prior to tiling. 

Floor tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to existing glazed/unglazed floor tiles 

• External floors 

ARDEX X 7 + ARDEX E 90 

ARDEX S 21 + ARDEX E 90 

Existing 

tiles 

*NOTE: When fixing fully vitrified or 

porcelain tiles in external situations use 

either ARDEX X 77, ARDEX X 7 R, 

ARDEX X 78/ARDEX X 78 S. 




and preparation of existing ceramic tiles 

prior to tiling. 


Floor tiles 

ARDEX P 4 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 



ARDEX X 7 



ARDEX X 7 R 




ARDEX X 78 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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Wall Tiling System Selector 

These overviews show some of the systems that can be used for various 

circumstances. These should only be used in conjunction with the 

guidance given in the current ARDEX data sheets for the individual 

products shown. 

Detailed design data sheets are available for some of the key systems 

and site specific guidance can be provided by contacting your local 

ARDEX Area Manager or the ARDEX Technical Services Department. 

Other combinations of adhesives and grouts may be suitable, please 

consult the individual product data sheets for further information. 

INTERNAL WALLS 

SUBSTRATE TO BE TILED 

CONCRETE OR CEMENT/SAND RENDER DRY AREAS 

FLOOR AND WALL TILING, SOLID BED FIXING IS REQUIRED (NO VOIDS 

BEHIND TILES) IN EXTERNAL LOCATIONS. 

FLOOR TILING IN EXTERNAL LOCATIONS SHOULD PREFERABLY BE 

LAID TO FREE DRAINING FALLS. 

N.B. All ARDEX products should be mixed and applied in accordance 

with the relevant product data sheet. 

The use of ARDEX AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat Tiling Render 

allows tiles to be fixed only 2 hours after application. 

A bonded ARDEX EB 2 screed will allow tiles to be fixed only 3 hours 

after application. 

WET AREAS 

GYPSUM PLASTER DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

PLASTERBOARD DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

AERATED CONCRETE BLOCK DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

GLAZED/UNGLAZED TILES DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

WOOD-BASED SHEETS AND BOARDS DRY AREAS 

WET AREAS 

BRICKWORK/CONCRETE BLOCKWORK DRY AREAS 

SITE CONDITIONS ARDEX SYSTEM 

WET AREAS 

WALL TILING SYSTEM 1 - P50 














BRICKWORK/CONCRETE BLOCKWORK WALL TILING SYSTEM 15 - P64 

EXTERNAL WALLS 

CONCRETE OR CEMENT/SAND RENDER, BRICKWORK/BLOCKWORK WALLS 

EXISTING GLAZED/UNGLAZED TILES, GLAZED BRICKS 



N.B. All ARDEX products should be mixed and applied in accordance with the relevant product data sheet.

Internal Walls 

CONCRETE 

Allow at least 6 weeks drying time prior to fixing new tiles onto new 

concrete. Ensure mould oil and curing agents are removed. 

CEMENT/SAND RENDER 

Wood float finish and prevent rapid drying of the surface for 1 to 2 days. 

Allow to air dry for at least two weeks prior to tiling.* 

GYPSUM PLASTER 1 3 

Do not use in wet or damp conditions, must be dry and at least 4 weeks 

old. Brush down surface prior to tiling. Where required use ARDEX P 51 

primer. 

PLASTERBOARD 2 3 

Ensure boards are rigidly braced and adequately supported; fix directly to 

the paper facing. Do not skim with plaster. 

AERATED CONCRETE 3 

Allow at least 6 weeks drying time for new walls before tiling or rendering. 

Render should not exceed 13mm in thickness. 

EXISTING CERAMIC TILING 3 


Thorough cleaning and rinsing off essential. In dry locations where 

required use ARDEX P 82 / ARDEX P 4 primer. 

WOOD-BASED BOARDS 3 

Avoid if possible, refer to BS 5385:Part 1. If installed, the boards must be 

dry and conditioned to the correct moisture content and their backs and 

edges suitably sealed prior to being rigidly fixed. Where required use 

ARDEX P 82 primer. 

COMPOSITE BOARDS 3 

Check with manufacturer for guidance on dimensional stability. 

Priming or surface preparation may be required. 

BRICKWORK 

Allow new walls to dry for at least 6 weeks prior to direct fixing or 

rendering. 

CONCRETE BLOCKWORK 

New walls should be built with dry blocks. Allow 6 weeks drying time 

before direct fixing or rendering. 

WET LOCATIONS 4 

Backgrounds should be water-resistant and suitable for direct fixing. Tiles 

should be solid bed fixed. 

Wall Tiling - Background/Substrate Preparation 

External Walls 

CEMENT/SAND RENDER AND SCREED 

Wood float finish and prevent rapid drying out. Allow to air dry for at least 2 

weeks (renders) or at least 3 weeks (screeds) prior to tiling.* 

CONCRETE 

Allow at least 6 weeks drying time prior to fixing tiles onto new concrete. 

Ensure all formwork release agents are removed. 



Thorough cleaning and rinsing off essential. 

BRICKWORK 

Allow new walls to dry for at least 6 weeks prior to direct fixing or rendering. 

Background/Substrate Preparation 

All backgrounds must be rigid, clean, stable and free from any barriers to 

adhesion such as dust, plaster droppings, grease, polish and any water 

softenable or loosely adhered materials. Good adhesion to a stable background 

is very important to guarantee the successful application of tiling. 

Surfaces to be tiled must be flat and when checked with a 2m straight edge, 

any gap under the straight edge between points of contact with the surface 

should not exceed 3mm (Surface Regularity 1). Any small scale irregularities 

should be pre-smoothed before tiling. 

* With ARDEX AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat Tiling Render tiles can be 

fixed only 2 hours after application. 

For tiling in dry locations the adhesive coverage should be at least 50%. For 

tiling in wet locations solid bed fixing is required (No voids behind tiles). 

Primers 

ARDEX P 4 - Solvent free primer for internal/external 

application to walls, floors and ceilings. Used prior to the 

application of ARDEX ceramic tile adhesives and levelling 

compounds. Produces textured surface and dries in one 

hour. Applied to concrete, cement/sand screeds, 

ceramic tiles, terrazzo. 

ARDEX P 51 - For use on plaster before fixing with ARDEX 

or ARDEX-FLEX cement-based adhesives. 

ARDEX P 82 - Non-flammable, water dispersed epoxy 

primer for bonding to wood-based surfaces and existing 

ceramic tiling prior to the use of cement-based adhesives. 

1 

2 

3 

Maximum weight of tiling per square metre is 20kg. 

Maximum weight of tiling per square metre is 32kg. 

Bed thickness maximum 3mm. 

4 ARDEX WPC Flexible Rapid Drying and Setting Waterproof Coating 

Can be used to protect moisture sensitive backgrounds in 

domestic/commercial wet locations, prior to fixing tiles using 

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ARDEX D30 or the appropriate ARDEX cement-based adhesive.

50 

Wall Tiling System 1 

• Tiling to concrete or cement/sand render - dry areas 

• Internal walls 





cement/sand renders to receive ceramic 

wall tiling. 

Concrete or 

cement/sand render 

Multi-purpose, ready mixed: 

ARDEX D 20 - maximum tile size 300mm x 300mm 


ARDEX X 7 

MICROTEC ® Flexible Floor and Wall Tile Adhesive: 

ARDEX X 77 W 

Rapid set flexible: 

ARDEX X 7 R / ARDEX X7RW 

Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to concrete or cement/sand render - wet areas 






cement/sand renders to receive ceramic 

wall tiling. 

NOTE: The use of the ARDEX waterproof 

coatings will only prevent moisture ingress 

from the tiled side of the background. 

ARDEX WPC 

Commercial or domestic location 

Concrete or 

cement/sand render 


Multi-purpose, ready mixed for commercial wet areas: 

ARDEX D 30 (absorbent tiles only on ARDEX WPC 

maximum tile size 300mm x 300mm) 


ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to gypsum plaster - dry areas 


ARDEX P 51 (Dilute 1:3) 




and preparation of plaster to receive 

ceramic wall tiling. 

Plaster 




ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to gypsum plaster - areas prone to intermittent splashing 


Note: if at all possible avoid 

gypsum plaster in wet areas 

Plaster 




and preparation of plaster to receive 




coatings will only prevent moisture ingress 

from the tiled side of the background. 

ARDEX WPC 




ARDEX D 30 (absorbent tiles only, maximum tile size 300mm x 300mm) 


ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to plasterboard - dry areas 


Plasterboard 




and preparation of plasterboard to receive 





ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to moisture resistant plasterboard - wet areas (showers) 


Plasterboard 

NOTE: For natural stone tiling refer to the ‘ARDEX Natural 

Stone Tiling Guide’. 

ARDEX WPC 


See notes on Page 49 regarding suitability and preparation of 

plasterboard to receive ceramic wall tiling. 

NOTE: The use of the ARDEX waterproof coatings will only 

prevent moisture ingress from the tiled side of the background. 

NOTE: The adhesives below, including ARDEX D 30 can be 

applied directly to moisture resistant plasterboard in domestic 

showers, omitting the use of a waterproof coating. 



Multi-purpose, ready mixed for commercial 

wet areas: 



ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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56 


• Tiling to aerated concrete blocks - dry areas 


Aerated concrete 

blockwork 




preparation of aerated concrete blocks to 

receive ceramic wall tiling. 

NOTE: If the aerated concrete blockwork is not 

suitably flat to receive ceramic tiling, the use of 

ARDEX AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat 

Tiling Render should be considered. 

Wall tiles 





ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to aerated concrete blocks - wet areas 


Aerated concrete 

blockwork 




preparation of aerated concrete blocks to 


NOTE: If the aerated concrete blockwork is not 

suitably flat to receive ceramic tiling, the use of 

ARDEX AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat 

Tiling Render should be considered. 

ARDEX WPC 



Wall tiles 





ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to glazed/unglazed tiles - dry areas 


Existing tiles 

A 




and preparation of existing ceramic wall 

tiling to receive new tiles. 

Option A or B can be used depending if 

fixing directly or if priming is preferred. 

ARDEX P 4 

B 


ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


Multi-purpose, 

ready mixed: 

ARDEX D 20 

(absorbent tiles only, 

maximum tile size 300mm x 300mm) 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to glazed/unglazed tiles - wet areas 


Existing tiles 




and preparation of existing ceramic wall 

tiles to receive new tiles. 


Wall tiles 


Multi-purpose, ready mixed for commercial wet 

areas not submerged i.e. swimming pools: 


ARDEX X 7 + ARDEX E 90 

(can be used in swimming pool refurbishment) 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to wood-based sheets and boards - dry areas 


Wood-based board 




and preparation of wood-based boards to 


ARDEX P 82 


ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


Multi-purpose, 

ready mixed: 

ARDEX D 20 

(absorbent tiles only, 

maximum size 

300mm x 300mm) 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to wood-based sheets and boards - wet areas 


Note: wood-based sheets and boards should not be used in wet locations, if they cannot be removed 

oversheet with moisture resistant plasterboard and treat as System 6. If not possible consider this system in domestic locations only. 

ARDEX WPC 



Heavy use domestic location 


preparation of wood-based boards to receive 



coatings will only prevent moisture ingress from 

the tiled side of the background. 

Wood-based board 



Multi-purpose, ready mixed for commercial 

wet areas: 

ARDEX D 30(absorbent tiles only, maximum tile size 300mm x 300mm) 


ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to brickwork/concrete blockwork - dry areas 




Brickwork/concrete 

blockwork 


preparation of brickwork and concrete 

blockwork to receive ceramic wall tiling. 

NOTE: If the concrete blockwork is not suitably 

flat to receive ceramic tiling, the use of ARDEX 

AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat Tiling 

Render should be considered. 

Wall tiles 





ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to brickwork/concrete blockwork - wet areas (showers) 


ARDEX WPC 




preparation of brickwork and concrete 


NOTE: If the concrete blockwork is not suitably 

flat to receive ceramic tiling, the use of ARDEX 

AM 100 Rapid Hardening One Coat Tiling 

Render should be considered. 

Brickwork/concrete 

blockwork 

Heavy use domestic/commercial location 


Wall tiles 





ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to proprietary tile backing boards 


Proprietary tile 

backing board 




proprietary tile backing board is described 

in the relevant ARDEX/Wedi, ARDEX/Marmox, 

or ARDEX/Kerdi application leaflet. 

NOTE: Some proprietary tile backing boards are 

not impervious to water, hence in wet areas 

ARDEX WPC may need to be used. 

Wall tiles 





ARDEX X 7 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 

WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

• Tiling to concrete or cement/sand render, 

brickwork/blockwork walls 

• External walls 

Concrete/cement and sand 

render/brickwork/blockwork 

NOTE: For natural stone tiling refer to the ‘ARDEX Natural 

Stone Tiling Guide’. 

See notes on Page 49 regarding suitability and preparation of 

brickwork and concrete, cement/sand render, brickwork and 


NOTE: If the backgrounds are not suitably flat to receive 

ceramic tiling, the use of ARDEX AM 100 Rapid Hardening 

One Coat Tiling Render should be considered. 

*NOTE: When fixing fully vitrified or porcelain tiles in external 

situations use ARDEX X 77. 



ARDEX X 7 * 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wall tiles 

Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS 

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• Tiling to existing glazed/unglazed tiles, glazed bricks 

• External walls 

ARDEX X 7 

+ ARDEX E 90 




and preparation of existing tiling or glazed 

bricks to receive ceramic wall tiling. 

*NOTE: When fixing fully vitrified or 

porcelain tiles in external situations use 

ARDEX X 77. 

Existing tiles/glazed bricks 

Wall tiles 

ARDEX P 4 


ARDEX X 7 * 


ARDEX X 77 W 



Wide joints: 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 


ARDEX-FLEX FS 


WIDE 

JOINTS 

NARROW 

JOINTS

KEY: 

Recommended 

Addition of ARDEX E 101 for water 

repellent joints 

PRODUCTS 

ARDEX C2 

ARDEX F4 

ARDEX GK 

ARDEX MG* 

ARDEX-FLEX FS 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 

ARDEX EG 8 

GROUT SELECTOR TABLE 

Wall Tiling 

Floor Tiling 

Heavy Pedestrian Traffic 

Internal Locations 

External Locations 

Wet Internal Locations 

Swimming Pools (Balanced water) 

SITUATION 

* If the tiles/slabs to be grouted are prone to moisture absorption and have been fixed with either ARDEX S 16/S 16 W, ARDEX X 7001/X 7001 W or ARDEX S 20/S 20 W 

rapid drying adhesives, we advise grouting is also carried out using ARDEX MG Rapid Drying Marble and Natural Stone Grout to minimise the risk of moisture staining to the tile edges. 

COVERAGE 

This will depend upon tile size, joint width, depth and the 

Grout Coverage Figure (G.C.F.). Use the following to estimate 

the approximate grout requirements for square or rectangular 

tiles (all dimensions in mm): 

Stage 1. ADD length and breadth of tile together. 

2. MULTIPLY result by joint width. 

3. MULTIPLY result by joint depth. 

4. MULTIPLY result by the Grout Coverage Figure (G.C.F). 

5. DIVIDE result by length of tile. 

6. DIVIDE result by breadth of tile. 

The result is the material requirement in kg per sq metre. 

Quick and easy grout coverage can be calculated using the 

cement and epoxy based grout calculator at ARDEX online: 

www.ardex.co.uk/service/DatasheetsandCalculators.aspx 

Grout Selector and Coverage Table 

Swimming Pools (Aggressive water) 

Aggressive Spillages 

Heavy Industrial 

Early Traffic 

Abattoirs 

SUMMARY 

Material required is:- 

(length + breadth) x width x depth 

length x breadth 

EXAMPLE Using ARDEX-FLEX FL 

Dairies 

High Hygiene Areas (Food preparation) 

Abrasive Conditions 

Grout Coverage Figure 

1.7 

1.5 

1.8 

1.45 

1.5 

1.75 

1.7 

x G.C.F. = kg/m 2 

(300 + 300) x 10 x 10 

x 1.75 = 1.16kg/m 

300 x 300 

2 

Tiles 300mm x 300mm x 10mm; joints of 10mm:- 

Thus one 10kg bag of ARDEX-FLEX FL will grout up to 8.6m 2 of tiling. 

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ARDEX-FLEX GROUT AND SILICONE COLOUR GUIDE 

ARDEX-FLEX cement-based grouts are designed for use where the highest levels of protection are required for cement-based grouts. 

ARDEX-FLEX FL 

Rapid setting, flexible, water repellent cement-based grout for floor and wall tile joints from 3-15mm wide in internal and external locations including swimming pools. 

ARDEX-FLEX FS 

Water repellent and dirt resistant, flexible grout. Easy to apply and to clean off, suitable for use in internal and external locations, swimming pools, etc. For wall and floor tile 

joints up to 4mm wide. 

01 

Brilliant White 

02 

Blossom White 

03 

Antique Ivory 

04 

Spring Jasmine 

05 

Gentle Dawn 

06 

Natural Almond 

07 

Classic Vanilla 

08 

Floating Driftwood 

Grout Colours Guide 

Available in ARDEX ST 



09 

Fresh Snowdrop 

10 

Gentle Blush 

11 

Stone Beach 

12 

Barley Sugar 

13 

Fresh Magnolia 

14 

Wild Mushroom 

15 

Oyster Pink 

16 

Organic Earth 

Due to printing processes, colours shown are approximate. Grout colours may vary when dry, depending on type of tile installed, substrate and installation conditions. 

17 

Dove Grey 

18 

Silver Shimmer 

19 

Ocean Grey 

20 

Slate Grey 

21 

Pebble Drift 

22 

Grey Dusk 

23 

Stormy Mist 

24 

Cast Iron 

25 

Available in ARDEX ST Available in ARDEX ST 


Innocent Black 

26 

Coffee Bean 

27 

Ground Cocoa 

28 

Burnt Orange 

29 

Winter White 

30 

Spring Green 

31 

Summer Yellow 

32 

Autumn Red

ARDEX TILING GROUTS COLOUR GUIDE 

ARDEX cement-based grouts have a proven record for being versatile and reliably meeting all manner of 'everyday' tiling requirements. 

ARDEX C2 - For joint widths from 2mm upwards, suitable for wall and floor tiling in internal and external situations, swimming pools, etc. 

Grey 

Sandstone 

Light Grey 

Sandstone 

White 

Anthracite 

Limestone Beige 

ARDEX F4 - Fine grout for internal and external use, including swimming pools etc., for joints up to 4mm wide. Easy to apply and clean off. Walls only. 

Polar White Light Grey Beige 

ARDEX GK - Rapid setting and hardening grout for internal and external use, for joint widths from 3mm upwards. Suitable for floor and wall tile joints. 

Grey Anthracite 

ARDEX MG - Rapid drying grout suitable for natural stone or marble wall or floor tile joints up to 8mm wide, with reduced risk of water staining to the tile edge. 

When mixed with water, it produces a soft, creamy, easily worked mortar with good filling properties, enabling deep joints to be filled in one operation. 

Dark Grey White Limestone 

ARDEX Cement/Epoxy Hybrid Grout is used for applications where high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are required. 

ARDEX EG 8 - Cement/Epoxy Hybrid Grout and Adhesive for wall and floor tile joints from 2-12mm wide. Formulated to resist chemical attack, no special tools required and 

can be cleaned off tile surface up to 45 minutes after application 

White Grey 

Grout Colours Guide 

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The ARDEX Pool System 

Walls - Preparation 

ARDEX AM 100 is recommended for use as a wall render prior to tiling. ARDEX AM 100 can be applied from 2-20mm thick, and tiling can commence after 2 hours at 20°C. 

Walls and Floors - Waterproofing 

Use ARDEX S 7 waterproof coating to ensure your swimming pool is water tight and free from leaks. Apply to walls and floors prior to tiling. Ensure you use the 

correct joint tapes required. 

Walls - Tile Fixing 

Fix mosaics or wall tiles with ARDEX X 77 MICROTEC adhesive ensuring solid bedding is achieved. 

Floors - Preparation 

Depending on the thickness of base required, there are three options for floor preparation prior to tiling. 

1 

2 

3 

Apply ARDEX S 21 neat to the floor at a 0-10mm thickness 

Apply ARDEX S 21 and the incorporation of screeding sand to produce a 10-30mm base. This can also be used to form 

ramps and falls. 

Apply an ARDEX A 38 screed to make up a concrete base for a 15-50mm bonded screed. 

Floors - Tile Fixing 

Ensure solid bedding of the tiles is achieved when fixing mosaics or floor tiles using 

ARDEX X 77 MICROTEC adhesive or for a rapid setting adhesive use ARDEX X 77 S 

MICROTEC adhesive. If you are fixing large format tiles and require a semi-pourable adhesive, 

use ARDEX X 78 S MICROTEC Adhesive. 

Grouting Walls and Floors 

ARDEX-FLEX FS and FL grouts are available in 32 colours to colour match any tile choice. 

1 

2 

For areas where chemical resistance and hygienic joints are required use ARDEX EG 8 

cement/epoxy hybrid grout and adhesive. 

Always refer to the product data sheet or call the ARDEX Technical Services Department 

for advice on 01440 714939. You can also refer to BS 5385-4:2009 regarding 

timescales for stages of work and pool filling times. 

ARDEX AM 100 

Rapid Hardening 

One Coat Tiling Render 

OPTION 1 

Standard Set Adhesive 

ARDEX X 77 

MICROTEC ® Flexible 

Floor and Wall Tile 

Adhesive 

or 

ARDEX S 7 

Flexible Waterproof Coating 

for Floors and Walls 

Concrete 

OPTION 2 

Semi-Pourable Adhesive 

ARDEX X 78 

MICROTEC Flexible 

Semi-Pourable Floor 

Tile Adhesive – Large 

format tiles 

Concrete base

1 

2 

A 

OPTION 1: 0 - 10MM 

ARDEX S 21 


Floor Tile Bedding 

Mortar 

Neat, 0 - 10mm 

3 

B 


ARDEX S 21 

Rapid Hardening Floor 

Tile Bedding Mortar 

with Sand, 

10 - 30mm and 

A Bonding Coat 

(neat ARDEX S 21) 

ARDEX-FLEX FS* 

Flexible Tile Grout 

with Built-In Admix 

1 - 4mm joints 

or 

ARDEX-FLEX FL* 

Rapid Setting Flexible 

Cement- Based 

Grouting Compound 


ARDEX EG 8 

Cement/Epoxy Hybrid 

Grout and Adhesive 


ARDEX A 38 


Cement for Floor 

Screeds 

Cement/Sand 

Screed, 15 - 50mm 

ARDEX E 100 

Bonding/Slurry Grout 

B Bonding Cement 

System 

The information supplied in our literature or given by our employees is based upon extensive experience and, 

together with that supplied by our agents or distributors, is given in good faith in order to help you. 

We guarantee the consistent high quality of our products; however, as we have no control over site conditions or 

the execution of the work, we accept no liability for any loss or damage which may arise as a result thereof. 

For detailed information and advice please visit www.ardex.co.uk or call our 

Technical Services Department on 01440 714939 

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Walls - Preparation 

ARDEX AM 100 is recommended for use as a wall render prior to tiling. ARDEX AM 100 can be applied from 2-20mm thick, and tiling can commence after 2 hours at 20°C. 

Walls and Floors - Waterproofing 

Use ARDEX WPC Waterproof Protection System to ensure your wet room is water tight and free from leaks. Apply to walls and floors prior to tiling. 

Walls - Tile Fixing 

Fix mosaics or wall tiles with ARDEX X 77 MICROTEC adhesive ensuring solid bedding is achieved. 

Floors - Preparation 

Depending on the thickness of base required, there are three options for floor preparation prior to tiling. 

1 

2 

3 

Apply ARDEX S 21 neat to the floor at a 0-10mm thickness 

Apply ARDEX S 21 and the incorporation of screeding sand to produce a 10-30mm base. This can also be used to form ramps and falls. 

Apply an ARDEX A 38 screed to make up a concrete base for a 15-50mm bonded screed. 

Floors - Tile Fixing 

Ensure solid bedding of the tiles is achieved when fixing mosaics or floor tiles using ARDEX X 77 MICROTEC 

adhesive or for a rapid setting adhesive use ARDEX X 77 S MICROTEC adhesive. If you are fixing large format 

tiles and require a semi-pourable adhesive, use ARDEX X 78 S MICROTEC Adhesive. 

Grouting Walls and Floors 

1 ARDEX-FLEX FS and FL grouts are available in 32 colours to colour match 

any tile choice. 

2 

The ARDEX Wet Room System 

For areas where chemical resistance and hygienic joints are required use 

ARDEX EG 8 cement/epoxy hybrid grout and adhesive. 

Always refer to the product data sheet or call the ARDEX Technical Services Department 

for advice on 01440 714939. You can also refer to BS 5385-4:2009 regarding 

timescales for stages of work and pool filling times. 

ARDEX AM 100 


One Coat Tiling 

Render 

OPTION 1 

Standard Set Adhesive 

ARDEX X 77 

MICROTEC ® Flexible 

Floor and Wall Tile 

Adhesive 

or 

Concrete 

ARDEX WPC 

Waterproof Protection 

System 

For Timber Floors 

Refer to the ARDEX Schlüter Timber Floor 

System or Wedi/Marmox data sheet 

OPTION 2 

Semi-Pourable Adhesive 

Concrete base 

ARDEX X 78 

MICROTEC Flexible 

Semi-Pourable Floor 

Tile Adhesive – Large 

format tiles

MOVEMENT JOINTS 

1 

2 

A 


ARDEX S 21 


Floor Tile Bedding 

Mortar 

Neat, 0 - 10mm 

3 

B 


ARDEX S 21 

Rapid Hardening Floor 

Tile Bedding Mortar 

with Sand, 

10 - 30mm and 

A Bonding Coat 

(neat ARDEX S 21) 

ARDEX-FLEX FS* 

Flexible Tile Grout 

with Built-In Admix 


or 

ARDEX-FLEX FL* 

Rapid Setting Flexible 

Cement- Based 

Grouting Compound 


ARDEX EG 8 

Cement/Epoxy Hybrid 

Grout and Adhesive 


ARDEX A 38 


Cement for Floor 

Screeds 

Cement/Sand 

Screed, 15 - 50mm 

ARDEX E 100 

Bonding/Slurry Grout 

B Bonding Cement 

System 

The information supplied in our literature or given by our employees is based upon extensive experience and, 

together with that supplied by our agents or distributors, is given in good faith in order to help you. 

We guarantee the consistent high quality of our products; however, as we have no control over site conditions or 

the execution of the work, we accept no liability for any loss or damage which may arise as a result thereof. 

For detailed information and advice please visit www.ardex.co.uk or call our 

Technical Services Department on 01440 714939 

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British Standards 

British Standards 

The advice given in this publication is based on the following British 

Standard Codes of Practice and should be referred to if further guidance 

is required. 

BS 5385-1:2009 

Wall and floor tiling 

Part 1: Design and installation of ceramic natural stone and mosaic wall 

tiling in normal conditions - Code of practice. 

BS 5385-2:2006 


Part 2: Design and installation of external ceramic and mosaic wall tiling 

in normal conditions - Code of practice. 

BS 5385-3:2007 


Part 3: Design and installation of internal and external ceramic and 

mosaic floor tiling in normal conditions - Code of practice. 

BS 5385-4:2009 


Part 4: Design and installation of ceramic and mosaic tiling in special 

conditions - Code of practice. 

BS 5385-5:2009 


Part 5: Design and installation of terrazzo, natural stone and 

agglomerated stone tile and slab flooring - Code of practice. 

BS 8000 

Workmanship on building sites 

Part 11: Code of practice for wall and floor tiling. 

Section 11.1:1989 

Part 11.1: Ceramic tiles, terrazzo tiles and mosaics. 

BS EN 12004:2007 

Adhesives for tiles - Requirements, evaluation of conformity, classification 

and designation. 

BS EN 14411:2006 

Ceramic tiles 

Definitions, classifications, characteristics and marking. 

BS EN 13914-1:2005 

Design, preparation and application of external rendering and internal 

plastering. 

BS 6925:1988 

Mastic asphalt for building and civil engineering (limestone aggregate) 

BS 8204-1:2003 + A1 2009 

Screeds, bases and in situ floorings. 

Concrete bases and cementitious levelling screeds to receive floorings - 

Code of practice. 

BS EN 13888:2009 

Grout for tiles - Requirements, evaluation of conformity, classification and 

designation. 

CLASSIFICATION OF TILE ADHESIVES 

EUROPEAN STANDARDS 

EN12004 

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION 

TYPE CLASS 

C 1 Normal cementitious adhesive 

C 1 F Fast-setting cementitious adhesive 

C 1 T Normal cementitious adhesive with reduced slip 

C 1 F T Fast setting adhesive with reduced slip 

C 2 Improved cementitious adhesive with additional characteristics 

C 2 E Improved cementitious adhesive with extended open time and 

additional characteristics 

C 2 F Improved fast-setting cementitious adhesive with additional 

characteristics 

C 2 T Improved cementitious adhesive with additional characteristics 

and reduced slip 

C 2 T E Improved cementitious adhesive with additional characteristics, 

reduced slip and extended open time 

C 2 F T Improved fast-setting cementitious adhesive with additional 

characteristics and reduced slip 

D 1 Normal dispersion adhesive 

D 1 T Normal dispersion adhesive with reduced slip 

D 2 Improved dispersion adhesive with additional characteristics 

D 2 T Improved dispersion adhesive with additional characteristics and 

reduced slip 

D 2 T E Improved dispersion adhesive with additional characteristics, 

reduced slip and extended open time 

R 1 Normal reaction resin adhesive 

R 1 T Normal reaction resin adhesive with reduced slip 

R 2 Improved reaction resin adhesive with additional characteristics 

R 2 T Improved reaction resin adhesive with additional characteristics 

and reduced slip 

EN12002 


TYPE CLASS 

C S 1 Deformable adhesive 

C S 2 Highly deformable adhesive 

BS EN13888:2009 


TYPE CLASS 

CG 1 Normal cementitious grout 

CG 2 W Improved cementitious grout with additional characteristic of 

reduced water absorption 

CG 2 A Improved cementitious grout with additional characteristic of 

high abrasion resistance 

CG 2 W A Improved cementitious grout with additional characteristic of 

reduced water absorption and high abrasion resistance 

RG Reaction resin grout

ARDEX Technical Services, ARDEX Customer Services, ARDEX Online 

ARDEX online: www.ardex.co.uk 

For the latest and most up to date information and advice, visit the ARDEX CPD ACADEMY at: 

www.ardexcpdacademy.com 

The academy allows you to earn CPD points by taking one of our RIBA approved CPD seminars online. Technical 

guidance, product information and project case studies are available to download, making the ARDEX CPD Academy 

an essential tool in the specification process. 

ARDEX Technical Services 

The ARDEX Technical Services department is available to 

answer any technical queries between 08.30 and 17.00 

GMT Monday to Friday. 

Call on 01440 714939 for an answer to your technical problem. 

You can also forward your queries by fax on 01440 716663. 

Or by email: technical.services@ardex.co.uk. 

Or by post: 

Technical Services Department 

ARDEX UK Limited 

Homefield Road 

Haverhill 

Suffolk CB9 8QP 

United Kingdom 

ARDEX Customer Services 

The ARDEX Customer Services department is available to 

answer any queries between 08.30 and 17.00 GMT Monday 

to Friday. 

Call on 01440 714939 for an answer to your query. 

You can also forward your queries by fax on 01440 716640. 

Or by email: info@ardex.co.uk. 

Or by post: 

Customer Services Department 

ARDEX UK Limited 

Homefield Road 

Haverhill 

Suffolk CB9 8QP 

United Kingdom 

NOTE: The information supplied in our literature or given by our employees is based upon extensive experience and together with that supplied by our agents or distributors, is given in good faith in order to help 

you. Our Company policy is one of continuous Research and Development; we therefore reserve the right to update this information at any time without prior notice. We also guarantee the consistent high quality 

of our products; however, as we have no control over site conditions or the execution of the work, we accept no liability for any loss or damage which may arise as a result thereof. 

The colours shown in this catalogue are as faithful as printing processes allow however there may be some variation, please check at point of purchase. 

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ARDEX UK LIMITED 

Homefield Road Haverhill 

Suffolk CB9 8QP England 

Telephone: 01440 714939 

Fax: 01440 716640 

Technical Services Fax: 

01440 716643 

Email: info@ardex.co.uk 

ARDEX online: www.ardex.co.uk 

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