Laticrete Tri-Lite Rapid Thin-Set Mortar - 27.5 lb bag - White
Brand: Laticrete
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This highly versatile, quick set tile mortar is an ideal large format tile mortar for most every application where a high strength polymer modified, fast drying thinset is required. Laticrete Tri-Lite Rapid contains no respirable crystalline silica levels that exceed the OSHA action level*
Laticrete Tri-Lite Rapid Features:
- Rapid set ThinSet – ready for grouting in 3-4 hours
- Exceeds ANSI A118.15 FHT, A118.4 and A118.11
- Lightweight tile adhesive – 27.5 LB (12.5kg) - same coverage as 50 LB (22.7 KG) of traditional mortar
- Non-sanded formula, smooth texture, and easy to trowel.
- No respirable crystalline silica levels that exceed the OSHA action level*
- Superior non-sag large format tile mortar
- 3/4" (19 mm) thick without shrinkage
- Smooth creamy formula, lightweight consistency is easy to trowel providing unmatched workability
- Exceeds ISO 13007-C2FTS1P1
* OSHA action level set forth in OSHA’s Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) standard for construction, 29 CFR 1926.1153, as tested by an independent laboratory to be below the OSHA action level for respirable crystalline silica
Uses:
- For wall installations of interior and exterior ceramic tile, porcelain tile and stone.
- Can be used as a Large and Heavy Tile adhesive for flooring installations.
- Ideal for most types of thin-set flooring applications.
Suitable Substrates:
- Exterior Glue Plywood (Interior Only)
- Concrete
- Concrete Block
- Ceramic Tile and Stone
- Ceramic Tile and Stone
- Gypsum Wallboard
- Concrete and Brick Masonry
- Laminate
- Non-Water Soluble Cut-Back Adhesive
- Non-Water Soluble Cut-Back Adhesive
- Vinyl Or Other Resilient Tile
- Brick Masonry
- Cement Plaster
- Concrete and Masonry Surfaces
- Cement Backer Board (Interior Only)
Installation:
All surfaces should be between 40°F (4°C) and 90°F (32°C) and structurally sound, clean and free of all dirt, oil, grease, paint, concrete sealers or curing compounds. Rough or uneven concrete surfaces should be made smooth with a Laticrete latex fortified underlayment or leveling mortar to provide a proper finish. Dry, dusty concrete slabs or masonry should be dampened and excess water swept off. Installation may be made on a damp surface. New concrete slabs shall be damp cured and 28 days old before application. All slabs must be plumb and true to within 1/4" (6 mm) in 10' (3 m). Expansion joints shall be provided through the tile work from all construction or expansion joints in the substrate. Do not cover expansion joints with mortar.
Approximate Coverage:
| Trowel Size | ft2 | m2 |
| 1/4" x 1/4" (6 mm x 6 mm) notched trowel | 80 – 95 | 7.4 – 8.8 |
| 1/4" x 3/8" (6 mm x 9 mm) notched trowel | 60 – 70 | 5.6 – 6.5 |
| 1/2" x 1/2" (12 mm x 12 mm) notched trowel | 40 – 47 | 3.7 – 4.4 |
Performance:
- Open Time: 20 minutes
- Pot Life: 60 minutes
- Time To Grout: 3–4 hours
- Time to Heavy Traffic: 5 hours
- Shelf Life: Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed to be of first quality for one (1) year if stored off the ground in a dry area.
- Packaging: 27.5 lb (12.5 kg) bag.
| SKU | L-279 RAPID |
|---|---|
| In the Box |
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| Weight (lbs.) | 27.5 |
| Non-Returnable | No |
| Manufacturer | Laticrete |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0279-0275-22-1 |
