Masonry Veneer Solutions

A great photo of Jim from Stoneman using LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Mortar.

The increase in popularity of adhered masonry veneer facades has left the industry absent of suitable installation materials and detailed specifications - LATICRETE® has the answer! Our proven technology will provide a permanent, high strength installation that is freeze thaw stable and protects from water intrusion.

For over 50 years LATICRETE has continuously provided the latest technology in construction materials and methods to deliver superior problem free installations for tile and stone installations. Utilizing these advanced technologies, the LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Installation System (MVIS) is designed to offer complete solutions for adhered masonry veneers.

Installation of masonry veneers is typically performed with on-site mortar mixes that are subject to large variations in quality and performance. Whether over concrete or masonry substrates, installations usually include metal lath and most often provide inadequate protection from the weather resulting in water intrusion and also delamination of the veneer. Difficult to use and very time consuming to prepare, these systems are not engineered as complete wall systems and therefore do not offer warranties from a reliable source that will stand behind the installation.

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For more information about using LATICRETE in your projects, product demos, samples or technical support please contact LATICRETE UK Ltd on: 0151 486 6101, email sales@laticrete.co.uk or visit www.laticrete.co.uk

First lightweight, non-sag, KEVLAR reinforced mortar

Did you know: LATICRETE 255 MultiMax Multipurpose Thin-Set Mortar was the first lightweight, non-sag, KEVLAR reinforced mortar.

255 MULTIMAX is a patented, versatile polymer modified thin-set that provides maximum non-sag performance on walls, maximum build up of up to 18 mm without shrinkage for floors and maximum coverage due to its lightweight creamy smooth consistency. In addition, 255 MULTIMAX is reinforced with Kevlar to provide maximum strength and durability. GreenGuard certified, and now contains >10% post-consumer recycled content.

• Revolutionary patented formula combines excellent workability with optimum medium bed performance.
• Inhibits the growth of stain-causing mould and mildew with Microban antimicrobial product protection.
• Reinforced with Kevlar for maximum strength and performance.
• Incredible non-sag performance, even with heavy tile.
• High coverage—15% more than conventional thin-sets.
• Lightweight mortar—very smooth and easy to trowel.
• Excellent medium bed performance, 19 mm thick without shrinkage.
• “Extra Heavy Service” rating per TCNA performance levels (RE: ASTM C627 Robinson Floor Test).

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1 Step Sound & Crack Adhesive

125 Sound & Crack Adhesive is a superior crack prevention and sound isolation adhesive mortar.

Independently tested to ANSI A118.12 specification for crack isolation for ceramic tile and stone installations and independently tested to ASTM E2179 and ASTM E492 for impact sound isolation. 125 Sound & Crack Adhesive is a single component adhesive mortar which takes the place of costly time consuming membrane or mat systems by allowing for faster, more effective tile or stone installations.

• Prevents transmission of cracks from the approved substrates to the tile or stone finish when subjected to horizontal in plane movement of cracks up to 1/8" (3 mm) under normal usage.
• Single component, just add water
• Contains 33% post consumer recycled materials
• Superior workability—equipped with lightweight technology
• GREENGUARD certified, LEED compliant
• Reinforced with Kevlar®
• Equipped with Microban®
• "Extra Heavy" as per ASTM C627 Robinson Floor Test - TCNA

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