1 Surface Preparation
The surface should be sound, clean, and free from dirt, oil or grease before CREED SILVER ADHESIVE (Grey) is applied, Substrate should be in saturated surface dry (SSD) condition before application of adhesive, Substrates should be in plumb before application of adhesive
2 Mixing
Mix 20 kg of CREED SILVER ADHESIVE (Grey) with 5 to 6 liters of water, Mix to a uniform lump-free consistency using a forced action mixer, keep it for approximately 5 minutes to fatten it, Hand mixing is recommended for small quantities only, Mix as much quantity as can be consumed in 45 min.
3 Application
Apply CREED SILVER ADHESIVE (Grey) paste on substrate with plain side of notch trowel. Press paste firmly to work into the substrate. Comb with notch trowel with notched side, notch trowel to be selected as per required bed thickness, spread as much adhesive paste as can be tiled within 15 minutes, start placing/fixing of tiles & tap using beating block or rubber mallet, for large format tiles & stone provide back butter for 100% coverage & firm bonding, Periodically remove a tile to check transfer of material on tile. Also check the spread of adhesive, if not proper and if it becomes non-sticky then scrap it & apply paste again.
4 Grouting
Grouting should preferably be carried out at least 24 hours after the completion of tiling, for grout joints up to 3mm wide use CREED HIGH POLYMER TILE GROUT, For grout joints above 3mm wide use RIM wide, after grouting clean and polish tiles with a damp sponges or cloth
5 Cleaning
Clean the tools & equipments with potable water immediately after use.
Precautions & Limitations
Always add powder to liquid and not liquid to powder while working in temperature more than 350C (950F) always dampen that substrate & finish faster tiling should not be done when surface temperature is below 40C.
Health & safety precautions
Protective clothing, such as gloves and goggles, should be worn. Treat any contact with the skin and eyes with fresh water immediately. Do not induce vomiting & seek medical assistance immediately reseal pack after use and ensure product is stored as instructed.
Shelf Life & storage
Shelf life is 12 months from the date of manufacturing in unopened condition. Store in a cool & dry place.
