Kerakoll Setaflex Rapid S1 Tile Adhesive Grey 20kg

Kerakoll Setaflex Rapid S1 Tile Adhesive in Grey is a high-performance, rapid-setting adhesive designed for professional tiling projects. This 20kg adhesive is perfect for a variety of tile types including porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone. Its deformable nature, tested to S1 standards, ensures flexibility and durability, making it suitable for both residential and commercial applications.

This adhesive is specifically formulated for underfloor heating systems, providing excellent adhesion and ensuring that your tiles remain securely in place despite temperature fluctuations. The rapid-setting feature allows you to walk on and grout your tiles just 3 hours after application, significantly speeding up project timelines.

Setaflex Rapid S1 is versatile and can be used on a wide range of substrates. These include existing tiles, waterproofing products, heating systems, cement-based screeds, concrete substrates, plasterboard, fibro-cement slabs, gypsum and anhydrite, brick/blockwork, lime and cement-based plasters/renders, thermal insulation panelling systems, insulating panels, impact noise insulation sheets, timber, metal, and PVC. This wide applicability ensures that it can handle almost any tiling challenge.

The adhesive is suitable for multiple materials such as porcelain tiles, low thickness slabs, ceramic tiles, large size tiles, natural stone, recomposed materials, glass mosaics, thermal and acoustic insulation, terracotta, and klinker. This makes it ideal for a wide range of projects, from standard tiling to more complex installations involving different materials.

Kerakoll Setaflex Rapid S1 is designed for both internal and external use, making it suitable for overlaying, terraces, balconies, swimming pools, saunas, spas, and even street furniture. Its robust formulation ensures that it can withstand the rigours of different environments, whether it’s a high-traffic commercial area or a serene residential space.

For eco-conscious builders, Setaflex Rapid S1 is an excellent choice. It boasts low VOC emissions and is made from recyclable materials, aligning with modern sustainability standards. This adhesive also conforms to BS EN 12004 standards, ensuring high performance and safety.

Preparation and application are straightforward. The substrate must comply with BS 5385 parts 1-5, ensuring it is level, cured, undamaged, compact, rigid, dry, and free from any debonding agents. For highly absorbent concrete substrates, it is recommended to dampen them or apply a coat of Primer A Eco. The adhesive should be mixed with water as per the guidelines to achieve the desired consistency for application.

Kerakoll Setaflex Rapid S1 guarantees superior adhesion, even in challenging conditions such as heat ageing, water immersion, and freeze-thaw cycles. It performs reliably with a shear adhesion of ? 2.5 N/mm² for porcelain tiles after 28 days and a tensile adhesion of ? 2.5 N/mm² for concrete and porcelain tiles. The adhesive’s working temperature range is from -40 °C to +90 °C, ensuring versatility in various climates and conditions.

Overall, Kerakoll Setaflex Rapid S1 Tile Adhesive Grey 20kg is a comprehensive, high-performance solution for all your tiling needs, providing durability, flexibility, and eco-friendliness.