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HIGH PERFORMANCE
BUILDING PRODUCTS

Fast Track Solutions for Professionals

 BUILDING MATERIALS     DECORATING & INTERIORS
       CEMENTS &            FLOORING, TILING &
   BUILDING CHEMICALS       WALL PREPARATION
HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDING PRODUCTS - Fast Track Solutions for Professionals BUILDING MATERIALS - ARDEX UK
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BUILDING MATERIALS
   CEMENTS

		Screed       Cements                 4-5
		Floor      Levelling                 6-10
   BUILDING CHEMICALS

		Concrete Repair                      11-12
		External      Resurfacing            13
		Construction         Adhesive        14
		Crack       Repair                   15
DECORATING & INTERIORS
   FLOORING

                                       16-17

		Moisture      Control

                                       18

		Flooring      Adhesive

   TILING

                                       19

       Tanking & Waterproofing

                                       20-22

		Tile Adhesives

		Tile Grouts & Silicones              23-26
   PREPARATION

                                       27-30

		Wall      Repair & Smoothing

PRIMERS & ANCILLARY PRODUCTS

                                       31

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RAPID DRYING CEMENT FOR FLOOR SCREEDS
    ARDEX A 29

                                                    n Install ceramic tiles in as little as 24 hours and all
                                                      other floorcoverings after only 7 days

                                                    n O
                                                       utstanding performance at a true 1:7 mix

                                                    n E
                                                       xtended 90 minute working time

                                                    n P
                                                       asses the BRE (ISCR) Screed Test in as little as
                                                      24 hours

      ARDEX A 29 combines excellent workability, speed and performance. Developed to perform in real UK site
      conditions, it offers unique application and performance benefits to professional builders.

      Installation Schedule                                                                                     Pack Size
        THICKNESS:         WORKING TIME:        WALK ON:         DRYING TIME:         Consumption:
      20mm - 75mm              90 minutes       8 hours          From 7 Days       0.27kg per m2/mm

                                                                                                                  20kg

      Suitable for:

          Internal and external use                         Bonded, unbonded, and floating screeds
          Wet areas                                         Underfloor heating systems
          All floor finishes                                Pump or hand application

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QUICK DRYING LIQUID SCREED
ARDEX A 70 GYPFLO

                                                 n Walkable in as little as 6 hours

                                                 n Ready to receive floorcoverings in as little as 14 days

                                                 n E
                                                    xcellent flow properties

                                                 n L
                                                    ow shrinkage minimises cracking and curling

                                                 n P
                                                    re-blended for consistency and convenience

                                                 n J ust add water

  ARDEX A 70 GYPFLO is a quick drying, flowable Calcium Sulphate screed that is specially formulated to receive
  floorcoverings in as little as 14 days – over twice as fast as standard Calcium Sulphate screeds.

  Installation Schedule                                                                                      Pack Size
    THICKNESS:         WORKING TIME:        WALK ON:         DRYING TIME:         Consumption:
  30mm - 45mm              120 minutes       6 hours         From 14 Days       0.27kg per m2/mm

                                                                                                               25kg

  Suitable for:

      Internal use                                       Unbonded and floating screeds
      Pump or hand application                           Underfloor heating systems
      All floor finishes

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RAPID SETTING LATEX FLOOR LEVELLING AND SMOOTHING COMPOUND
    ARDITEX NA

                                                                       Over                Over Old
                                                                  Screeds/Cement           Adhesives            Over Plywood

                                                                    Over DPMs              Over Steel           Over Bitumen

                                                                   n Ideal for renovation projects or problematic substrates
                                                                   n Install floorcoverings after 4 hours, and ceramic tiles in
                                                                     as little as 3 hours
                                             MED Modules B and
                                                D Approved
                                                                   n Can
                                                                        be used with confidence over old adhesive residues
                                                                     including bitumen
                                                                   n E
                                                                      xcellent adhesion without priming to almost all
                                                                     substrates including flooring grade plywood
                                                 Pumpable          n Unaffected by moisture
                                                                   n F
                                                                      eather edge to 12mm in one application (30mm
                                                                     incorporating ARDEX Coarse Aggregate)
                                                                   n Use
                                                                        with ARDEX Damp Proof Membranes for the
                                                                     ultimate fast track floor renovation system

      ARDITEX NA is a self-smoothing, protein free, latex levelling compound with improved flow and excellent adhesion,
      flexibility and moisture resistance. These unique properties ensure that ARDITEX NA can be used with confidence
      over almost all subfloors without priming.

      Installation Schedule                                                                                            Pack Size
      APPLICATION DEPTH:   WORKING TIME:            WALK ON:                DRYING TIME:      COVERAGE:
           0-30mm             20 minutes         After 2 hours              From 3 hours     5m2 at 3mm
                                                                                               per bag                   20kg

                                                                                                                            5kg

      Suitable for:

          Covering ceramic tiles                             Concrete                         Gypsum/anhydrite (prime first)
          Sand and cement screeds                            Steel floors                     Bitumen and adhesive residue
          Flooring grade plywood                             DPMs                             Underfloor heating systems

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LATEX FLOOR LEVELLING AND SMOOTHING COMPOUND
ARDITEX CL

                                                           n Ideal for new build projects

                                                           n A
                                                              pply floorcoverings after 12 hours

                                                           n Receives
                                                                    light foot traffic in as little as 2 hours

                                                           n E
                                                              xcellent flow and application properties

                                                           n Can be used on heated screeds

                                                           n Feather
                                                                   edge to 10mm in a single application (30mm
                                                             incorporating ARDEX Coarse Aggregate)

  ARDITEX CL is a two part levelling and smoothing compound with excellent flow and application properties. For
  smoothing and levelling most common internal subfloors such as concrete, sand and cement or Gypsum (anhydrite)
  based screeds. Prime the substrate before application with ARDEX P 51.

  Installation Schedule                                                                                            Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:   WORKING TIME:        WALK ON:             DRYING TIME:          COVERAGE:
       0-30mm             20 minutes       After 2 hours        From 12 hours        5m2 at 2-3mm
                                                                                       per bag                     20kg

                                                                                                                      5kg

  Suitable for:

      Sand and cement screeds                     Concrete                          Gypsum/anhydrite (prime first)

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RAPID DRYING SMOOTHING AND PATCHING COMPOUND
    ARDITEX FEATHER FINISH

                                                             n Install floorcoverings after 15 minutes

                                                             n True
                                                                  feather edge allows for greater coverage - up to
                                                               50m2 coverage per 11kg bag

                                                             n Ideal for patching and smoothing minor surface damage
                                                               to levelling and smoothing compounds

                                                             n E
                                                                xceptional bond to plywood, concrete, smoothing
                                                               compounds, terrazzo and ceramic tiles, without the
                                                               need to prime

                                                             n Easy to mix and apply, just add water

      ARDEX FEATHER FINISH is an ultra rapid drying patching and smoothing compound, which provides a high bond
      strength to concrete, plywood, sand/cement screeds, existing smoothing compounds and ceramic tiles, without the
      need to prime. Ideal for use prior to the installation of resilient floorcoverings such as vinyl sheet or LVT.

      Installation Schedule                                                                                    Pack Size
      APPLICATION DEPTH:   WORKING TIME:         WALK ON:          DRYING TIME:        COVERAGE:
           0-3mm              15 minutes      After 15 minutes   From 15 minutes     50m2 with skim
                                                                                    coat per 11kg bag            11kg
                                                                                                                   or
                                                                                                                  5kg

      Suitable for:

          Skimming plywood                    Smoothing ridges                          Uneven trowel marks
          Patching and filling                Depressions                               Old adhesive residue
          Flooring grade plywood              Existing smoothing compounds              Sand and cement screeds

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LEVELLING AND SMOOTHING COMPOUND
ARDEX K 11

                                                       n W
                                                          alkable in 2.5 hours regardless of thickness

                                                       n Free
                                                            flowing mortar 1.5mm – 10mm

                                                       n R
                                                          eceives floorcoverings the next day

                                                       n Suitable for floors with underfloor heating

                                       Pumpable        n E
                                                          xcellent surface finish even in thinner layers

                                                       n Low
                                                           odour and high yield

  ARDEX K 11 is a cost effective free flowing rapid hardening levelling and smoothing compound designed for a wide
  range of subfloor types including sand/cement screeds, gypsum screeds and concrete.

  Installation Schedule                                                                                      Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:   WORKING TIME:              WALK ON:         DRYING TIME:         COVERAGE:
      1.5-10mm            30 minutes         After 2.5 hours      From 16 hours       4.7m2 at 3mm
                                                                                         per bag
                                                                                                                22kg

  Suitable for:

      Concrete                            Traces of adhesive residue                        Underfloor heating systems
      Sand and cement screeds             Gypsum/anhydrite (prime first)                    DPMs

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HIGH BUILD LEVELLING AND SMOOTHING COMPOUND
     ARDEX K 15 HB

                                                            n A
                                                               pply from 5mm to 35mm in one operation

                                                            n Rapid
                                                                  hardening - walkable in approximately 2 hours,
                                                              even with thick applications

                                                            n D
                                                               ry within 24 hours regardless of thickness

                                            Pumpable        n Ceramic floor tiles can be fixed after 4 hours

                                                            n C
                                                               an be hand mixed or pump applied

                                                            n Strong
                                                                   - high compressive strength

       ARDEX K 15 HB is an advanced and versatile high build levelling compound designed for applications from 5mm up
       to a maximum of 35mm. It is virtually tension free and is designed to rapidly level uneven, hard subfloors.

       Installation Schedule                                                                                     Pack Size
       APPLICATION DEPTH:   WORKING TIME:              WALK ON:         DRYING TIME:        COVERAGE:
            5-35mm             30 minutes              2 hours         From 24 hours       2.7m2 at 5mm
                                                                                              per bag
                                                                                                                     25kg

       Suitable for:

           Concrete                             Traces of adhesive residue                   Underfloor heating systems
           Pre-cast concrete                    Gypsum/anhydrite (prime first)               DPMs
           Sand and cement screeds

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MULTI-PURPOSE REPAIR MORTAR
ARDEX A 46

                                                     n E
                                                        N 1504 R2 polymer modified cementitious repair mortar

                                                     n Ideal for repairing damaged concrete

                                                     n No priming required

                                                     n S
                                                        ets within 30 minutes

                                                     n S
                                                        lump free – ideal for vertical and overhead repairs

                                                     n E
                                                        asy to smooth and float

                                                     n Shrinkage compensated

  ARDEX A 46 is a slump free, rapid setting mortar for repairs, smoothing and refacing. Suitable for external and
  internal use, it sets in only 30 minutes and can receive finishes in 4 hours regardless of thickness.

  Installation Schedule                                                                     Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:    WORKING TIME:        SETTING TIME:         COVERAGE:
       2-50mm           15-20 minutes         30 minutes          4m2 at 2mm
                                                                   per 11kg
                                                                                                               11kg
                                                                                                   5kg

  Suitable For:

      Damaged concrete                      Repairing bug holes                    Gaps
      Building ramps                        Stair nosings                          Wall edges
      Filling tie bolt holes                Cracks                                 Soffit repair

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FAIRING COAT AND FINE REPAIR MORTAR
     ARDEX A 125

                                                          n EN 1504 R1 polymer modified cementitious repair mortar

                                                          n Ideal for the vertical and overhead repair of surface defects
                                                            and damage

                                                          n Finishes to a smooth surface suitable for painting

                                                          n F
                                                             ast track - ready to receive decorative finishes the next day

                                                          n Extended pot life of 4 hours

                                                          n Increased coverage over traditional fairing coats

                                                          n N
                                                             on-combustible – reaction to fire Class A1 (EN 13501-1)

                                                          n E
                                                             N 1504 certified and CE Marked

       ARDEX A 125 is a grey, cement-based, fine coat finishing render, fairing coat and fine repair mortar. Suitable for the
       rapid repair of many types of concrete surface imperfections, to produce a level and smooth finish. Can also be used
       on blockwork and renders.

       Installation Schedule                                                                    Pack Size
       APPLICATION DEPTH:    WORKING TIME:         DRYING TIME:         COVERAGE:
             0-5mm          Approx 30 minutes       24 hours           5m2 at 3mm
                                                                          thick
                                                                                                  22kg

       Suitable for:

           Vertical and overhead                 Blockwork                          Internal and external use
           Concrete                              Sand renders                       Receiving cement resistant coatings
           Brickwork                             Receiving paint

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EXTERIOR SELF LEVELLING CONCRETE RESURFACING COMPOUND
ARDEX K 301

                                                    n F
                                                       lowable cementitious levelling and repair compound for
                                                      the repair and levelling of rough or damaged concrete

                                                    n Suitable
                                                             for internal and external applications onto
                                                      concrete and bonded sand/cement screeds

                                                    n F
                                                       or smoothing and resurfacing paths, drives, domestic
                                                      parking areas, courtyards, etc.

                                                    n Fast setting - walkable after 2-3 hours

                                                    n R
                                                       apid hardening - can withstand light vehicular traffic
                                                      after 48 hours

                                                    n Apply from 2mm to 20mm thick in a single application

  ARDEX K 301 is fast setting resurfacing compound, ideal for exterior concrete areas including damaged drives, paths,
  patios and larger surface areas such as domestic car parks and courtyards. It is easy to mix and apply and can be
  pumped for faster application.

  Installation Schedule                                                                                          Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:    WORKING TIME:         WALK ON:          DRYING TIME:         COVERAGE:
       2-20mm             30 minutes       After 2-3 hours        48 hours          3m2 at 5mm
                                                                                      per bag
                                                                                                                  25kg

  Suitable for:

      Driveways                            Balconies                           Walkways
      Court yards                          Patios
      Parking areas                        Domestic garages

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MULTI-PURPOSE CONSTRUCTION ADHESIVE AND SEALANT
     ARDEX CA 20 P

                                                         n B
                                                            onds virtually every building material

                                                         n Solvent
                                                                 free and low odour

                                                         n S
                                                            hrinkage free

                                                         n High initial tack and bond strength

                                                         n C
                                                            an even be used underwater, for minor repair
                                                           applications

                                                         n Excellent resistance to UV, weather and ageing

       ARDEX CA 20 P is suitable for a wide range of site applications, as an adhesive and sealant, for general building
       maintenance on floors and walls in internal and external locations.

       Installation Schedule                                                                                        Pack Size
        WORKING TIME:          WALK ON:        SKINNING TIME:      CURE TIME:             COVERAGE:
          30 minutes         After 2-3 hours      10 mins           28 hours             1/4” bead =
                                                                                          9.75 lin/m

                                                                                                                     310ml

       Suitable for:

           Bonding skirting boards                      Stair nosings                        Adhering boxes/conduits
           Dado rails, architrave, kick plates          Edge trims                           Ceramic tile repairs
           Carpet gripper                               Underwater applications              Sealing around baths & sinks

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RAPID HARDENING CRACK REPAIR KIT
ARDEX P 10 SR

                                                    n Easy to use, no mixing equipment required

                                                    n Fast setting and load bearing in as little as 20 minutes
          NEED                                      n Full kit provided for the stitch repair of cracks and joints
        IMAGE OF
        PRODUCT                                     n Low viscosity with high penetrating capabilities

                                                    n Odourless and low emissions

  ARDEX P 10 SR is designed for the rapid repair of non-structural cracks, joint sealing and as a rapid hardening
  general-purpose adhesive. The kit is very easy to use and includes stitching pins, protective gloves and mixing/dosing
  bottles.

  Installation Schedule                                                                                        Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:    WORKING TIME:          WALK ON:          DRYING TIME:         COVERAGE:
       Variable           10 minutes          20 minutes          20 minutes        4 Linear meters

                                                                                                                   2x
                                                                                                                 300ml

  Suitable for:

      Concrete                                   Metal                           Wood
      Sand and cement screeds                    Plastic                         Underfloor heating systems

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ONE COAT SURFACE DAMP PROOF MEMBRANE
     ARDEX DPM 1 C

                                                        n P
                                                           rotects the floorcovering from residual construction
                                                          moisture and rising damp

                                                        n C
                                                           an be used where a structural DPM is not present or is
                                                          ineffective (common in pre 1970s structures)

                                                        n A
                                                           ccommodates Hygrometer readings up to 98% RH in
                                                          one coat

                                                        n A
                                                           dheres well to wet concrete even at 10°C

                                                        n Suitable for flooring with underfloor heating systems

       Apply ARDEX DPM 1 C to protect the floorcovering installation from ground bearing moisture and residual
       construction moisture. Ideal for use where there is no functioning structural DPM (common in older properties).

       Installation Schedule                                                                                       Pack Size
       APPLICATION DEPTH:    WORKING TIME:         WALK ON:         OVER COAT TIME:       COVERAGE:
       250-350 microns         20 minutes           6 hours             6 hours           Up to 25m2
                                                                                         per 10kg unit              10kg

       Suitable for:

           Sand and cement screeds                  Up to 98% RH                              Saturated Concrete
           Gypsum/anhydrite (Prime first)           Residual construction moisture            Underfloor heating systems
           Concrete slabs

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ONE COMPONENT MOISTURE VAPOUR SUPPRESSANT
ARDEX A MVS 95

                                                             n P
                                                                rotects floors from residual construction moisture in
                                                               new concrete slabs and sand/cement screeds

                                                             n F
                                                                ast drying – ARDEX Levelling and Smoothing
                                                               Compounds can be applied in as little as 2 hours

                                                             n A
                                                                pply ARDEX Levelling and Smoothing Compounds
                                                               direct without priming

                                                             n Suitable for use on heated screeds

                                                             n Ready for use, resealable and reusable

                                                             n Water-based, low VOC technology

  ARDEX MVS 95 protects the final floorcovering from residual construction moisture, ensuring fast track flooring
  installations. ARDEX MVS 95 is ideal for use in new construction or refurbishment projects where a structural damp
  proof membrane is present and the relative humidity of the floor does not exceed 95% RH.

  Installation Schedule                                                                                      Pack Size
    THICKNESS:        WORKING TIME:           WALK ON:        OVER COAT TIME:       COVERAGE:
 150 - 200 microns      90 minutes            2 hours          From 2 hours         Up to 36m2
                                                                                   per 12kg unit
                                                                                                               12kg

  Suitable for:

      Sand and cement screeds                     Up to 95% RH                            Concrete slabs
      Residual construction moisture              Underfloor heating systems

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UNIVERSAL FLOORING ADHESIVE
     ARDEX AF 2365

                                                                    Vinyl sheet         Cushioned vinyl               LVT

                                                                      Textiles          Rubber flooring             Linoleum

                                                           n Suitable for installing all main floorcovering types

                                                           n H
                                                              igh temperature resistance, suitable for use over
                                                             underfloor heating systems

                                                           n S
                                                              olvent free

                                                           n V
                                                              ery low emissions

                                                           n O
                                                              nce applied, floorcoverings can be installed up to 40
                                                             minutes later

       ARDEX AF 2365 is a universal adhesive, ideal for installing all types of vinyl floorcoverings, textiles, linoleum and
       rubber up to 2.5mm thick. It offers excellent application properties and is protected from biodegradation.

       Installation Schedule                                                                                          Pack Size
         APPLICATION:          AIRING TIME:         WORKING TIME:         OPEN TIME:          Coverage:
      A1/A2/B1/B2 trowel      0-20 minutes          10-40 minutes       15-50 minutes        Up to 67m2
                                                                                            per 14kg unit
                                                                                                                        14kg or
                                                                                                                         6kg

       Suitable for:

           Luxury Vinyl Tiles and Planks                Linoleum                           Jute/hessian backed lino
           Textiles                                     Rubber up to 2.5mm                 Carpet
           Cushioned Vinyl                              Vinyl Sheet                        Carpet tiles

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WATERPROOF PROTECTION SYSTEM
ARDEX WPC

                                                    n T
                                                       he British Standard for Tiling recommends that wet areas are
                                                      protected by a tanking system (BS 5385)

                                                    n Flexible Rapid Drying Waterproof Coating for Internal Wet Areas

                                                    n Can also be used to fill holes, gaps and joints

                                                    n T
                                                       ile after only 90 minutes

                                                    n Quick and easy to apply with a roller, paint brush or trowel

                                                    n FREE roller & scrim tape in every box

                                                    n Ideal for internal wet rooms, power showers and bathrooms

  ARDEX WPC is a rapid drying waterproof protection coating that allows tiling to commence after just 90 minutes.
  The adjustable mix ratio means you can make a thicker mix to fill small cracks, gaps and joints with a small trowel,
  then a thinner mix to cover the walls with the roller. Available in white or grey.

  Installation Schedule                                                                             Pack Size
     APPLICATION:           POT LIFE:         TILE AFTER:         COVERAGE:
                           45 minutes         90 minutes     6.6m2 per 10kg unit

                                                                                                           10kg

  Suitable for:

      Cement                                  Gypsum plaster                              Plasterboard
      Wood based materials                    Sand and cement screeds                     Sealing joints
      Filling gaps and holes

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MICROTEC® FLEXIBLE STANDARD SET TILE ADHESIVE
     ARDEX X 77

                                                          n F
                                                             ix any tile size or type without slipping and without battens

                                                          n S
                                                             pend less time mixing and more time fixing, with a 3-hour pot life
                                                            and 60 minute open time

                                                          n G
                                                             et up to 8m2 from every bag, with a high yield formulation that
                                                            goes up to 40% further than leading competitors

                                                          n Ideal for almost all tile types including porcelain and non-moisture
                                                            sensitive natural stone

                                                          n Suitable for internal and external areas, including swimming pools

                                                          n Suitable for use with underfloor heating

                                                          n 10kg bag comes inside FREE mixing bucket

       ARDEX X 77 MICROTEC® Flexible Standard Set Tile Adhesive has been specifically engineered to fit today’s tiles
       with ease, whilst also providing additional performance benefits that support modern fixing practices. Suitable for
       both floor and wall tilling including large format tiles. Available in grey or white.

       Installation Schedule                                                                    Pack Size
            POT LIFE:          OPEN TIME:         GROUT AFTER:          COVERAGE:
            3 hours            60 minutes         Walls - 8 hours    8m2 per 20kg bag
                                                 Floors - 24 hours

                                                                                                  20kg             10kg

       Suitable for:

           Plasterboard backgrounds                Wood boards and sheets                  Aslphalt
           Gypsum plaster                          Painted surfaces                        Gypsum/anhydrite screeds
           Sand and cement screeds                 Existing ceramic tiling                 Underfloor heating systems

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THICK BED FLOOR TILE ADHESIVE
ARDEX X 325

                                                    n A
                                                       pply 3-25mm thick to level uneven floors and fix tiles in a single
                                                      application

                                                    n S
                                                       olid bed fix large format floor tiles without back-buttering

                                                    n G
                                                       rout after just 3 hours

                                                    n Ideal for almost all tile types including porcelain and non-moisture
                                                      sensitive natural stone

                                                    n Suitable for internal and external areas, including swimming pools

                                                    n Suitable for use with underfloor heating

  ARDEX X 325 PTB is an advanced pourable thick bed tile adhesive that’s the ideal all-in-one product for levelling
  uneven floors and fixing large format floor tiles.

  Installation Schedule                                                                               Pack Size
       POT LIFE:          OPEN TIME:        GROUT AFTER:          COVERAGE:
      30 minutes          20 minutes        Floors - 3 hours    4.8m2 at 3mm
                                                                 per 20kg bag
                                                                                                            20kg

  Suitable for:

      Sand and cement screeds                       Wood boards and sheets                  Swimming pools
      Gypsum/anhydrite screeds                      Painted surfaces                        Adhesive residues
      Underfloor heating systems                    Wet areas                               Asphalt

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FLEXIBLE STANDARD SET TILE ADHESIVE
     ARDEX X 7

                                                          n Extended pot life of 5 hours

                                                          n Excellent workability and slump resistance

                                                          n Ideal for almost all tile types including non-moisture sensitive
                                                            natural stone

                                                          n Suitable for wall and floor applications

                                                          n Suitable for internal and external areas, including swimming pools

                                                          n Suitable for use with underfloor heating

                                                          n Frost and weather resistant

       ARDEX X 7 is a versatile multi-purpose tile adhesive, with enhanced properties of adhesion, suitable for fixing
       ceramic, porcelain, glass mosaics, and most non-moisture sensitive natural stone floor and wall tiles. Available in
       both white and grey.

       Installation Schedule                                                                                Pack Size
            POT LIFE:          OPEN TIME:         GROUT AFTER:          COVERAGE:
            5 hours            30 minutes         Floors - 8 hours      5.1m2 per
                                                                        20kg bag
                                                                                                                  20kg

       Suitable for:

           Sand and cement screeds                   Wood boards and sheets                       Existing glazed tiles
           Anhydrite screeds                         Painted surfaces                             Gypsum plaster
           Underfloor heating                        Plasterboard                                 Asphalt

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FLEXIBLE TILE GROUTS
ARDEX-FLEX FS & ARDEX-FLEX FL

                                                                     n Available in 35 colours

                                                                     n N
                                                                        o colour variation or streaking during mixing

                                                                     n W
                                                                        ater repellent and dirt resistant

                                                                     n Easy to apply and clean off the tile surface

                                                                     n S
                                                                        uitable for floor and wall tiling

                                                                     n F
                                                                        or internal and external applications,
                                                                       including heated subfloors

  ARDEX-FLEX Flexible Tile Grouts are available in 35 colours that blend uniformly to ensure a consistent, streak-
  free finish. They are suitable for commercial and domestic environments, including swimming pools, showers and
  kitchens.

  Installation Schedule                                                                  Pack Size
   GROUT WIDTH:          WORKING TIME:         WALK ON TIME:         COVERAGE:
   FS up to 4mm           FS 2.5hrs               FS 5hrs             Refer to
  FL 3mm-15mm             FL 30mins              FL 90mins           datasheet
                                                                                            10kg
                                                                                                        5kg
                                                                                                                  2.5kg

  Suitable for:

      Ceramic and porcelain tiles               Extruded tiles                            Glass blockwork
      Non-moisture sensitive                    Non-moisture sensitive                    Internal and external use
      natural stone                             quarry tiles

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GROUT COLOUR GUIDE
             ALSO IN ARDEX ST               ALSO IN ARDEX ST

      01 Brilliant White            08 Floating Driftwood          15 Oyster Pink          22 Grey Dusk            29 Winter White

                                                                                                ALSO IN ARDEX ST

      02 Blossom White              09 Fresh Snowdrop              16 Organic Earth        23 Stormy Mist          30 Spring Green

             ALSO IN ARDEX ST                                           ALSO IN ARDEX ST        ALSO IN ARDEX ST

      03 Antique Ivory              10 Gentle Blush                17 Dove Grey            24 Cast Iron            31 Summer Yellow

             ALSO IN ARDEX ST                                           ALSO IN ARDEX ST        ALSO IN ARDEX ST

      04 Spring Jasmine             11 Stone Beach                 18 Silver Shimmer       25 Innocent Black       32 Autumn Red

                                                                        ALSO IN ARDEX ST        ALSO IN ARDEX ST

      05 Gentle Dawn                12 Barley Sugar                19 Ocean Grey           26 Coffee Bean          33 Weathered Ash

             ALSO IN ARDEX ST                                           ALSO IN ARDEX ST

      06 Natural Almond             13 Fresh Magnolia              20 Slate Grey           27 Ground Cocoa         34 Woodland Taupe

      07 Classic Vanilla            14 Wild Mushroom               21 Pebble Drift         28 Burnt Orange         35 Pecan Syrup

     Due to the printing process, all colours shown are approximate.

                                                                                  FREE colour sample
                                                                                  sticks or a complete
                                                                                  grout fan on request

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EPOXY TILE GROUT AND ADHESIVE
ARDEX EG 8 PLUS

                                                               White                   Grey               Silver Grey

                                                                                Bahama Beige              Anthracite

                                                        n C
                                                           ombines the chemical resistance of epoxy grouts with the
                                                          enhanced application properties of cement-based grouts

                                                        n C
                                                           an be cleaned off in as little as 15 minutes and up to 60
                                                          minutes after application

                                                        n E
                                                           asier to use than traditional epoxy grouts with no special
                                                          application tools required

                                                        n R
                                                           esists chemical attack, and is waterproof and abrasion-
                                                          resistant

                                                        n H
                                                           ygienic and durable for a reduced maintenance schedule

                                                        n S
                                                           uitable for floor and wall tiling

  ARDEX EG 8 PLUS has high chemical and abrasion resistance, and being impervious it also produces hygienic joints
  that require minimal maintenance. Unlike traditional epoxy grouts however, it is easy to apply and clean off up to 60
  minutes after application.

  Installation Schedule                                                                       Pack Size
   GROUT WIDTH:          WORKING TIME:         WALK ON TIME:           COVERAGE:
     1-10mm               30 minutes              12 hours        Refer to datasheet

                                                                                                4kg

  Suitable for:

      Swimming pools                                 Showers                                  Bathrooms
      Spa baths                                      Hydrotherapy baths                       Shops

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NEUTRAL CURE ELASTIC SILICONE SEALANT
     ARDEX ST

                                                   n E
                                                      xcellent resistance to weather, UV-radiation and commonly used
                                                     cleaning chemicals and disinfectants

                                                   n C
                                                      ontains fungicide to prevent the growth of fungi and moulds

                                                   n N
                                                      eutral cure and low odour

                                                   n M
                                                      inimises discolouration and is suitable for most surface finishes,
                                                     including natural stone

                                                   n A
                                                      vailable in Transparent and 13 colours that complement the
                                                     most popular ARDEX-FLEX Tile Grout colours

                                                   n S
                                                      uitable for wall and floor applications, both inside and outside

                                                   n S
                                                      uitable for use with underfloor heating

       ARDEX ST Elastic Silicone Sealant is ideal for movement joints, corner and connecting joints in bathrooms, showers
       and living areas, and doors and windows abutting tiles. Available in Transparent and 13 colours designed to match
       the most popular ARDEX-FLEX Flexible Tile Grout colours. (See Grout Colour Guide on page 24).

       Installation Schedule                                                                                  Pack Size
        JOINT WIDTH:        WORKING TIME:          WALK ON:        SKINNING TIME:       COVERAGE:
       30mm on walls         30 minutes         After 2-3 hours       5 mins           8.6m with a
       15mm on floors                                                                   6mm bead

                                                                                                                     310ml

       Suitable for:

           Sealing movement joints                 Corner joints                                 Connecting joints
           Glazed and unglazed tiles               Enamel                                        Glass
           Acrylic and plastics                    Wood and kitchen workboards                   Anodised aluminium

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RENOVATION COMPOUND & LIGHTWEIGHT HIGH BUILD REPAIR MORTAR
ARDEX A 950

                                                   n Polymer
                                                             Modified Cementitious Lightweight Repair Mortar
                                                     for Internal Use

                                                   n Slump free, apply from 2mm to 100mm

                                                   n C
                                                      an receive finishes after 24 hours regardless of thickness

                                                   n Ideal for general building work, filling large cavities and deep
                                                     holes around door frames

                                                   n No priming required

                                                   n N
                                                      on-combustible – Reaction to fire Class A1 (EN 13501-1)

                                                   n Low-tension and shrinkage compensated, even in thick layers

  ARDEX A 950 is a multi-purpose lightweight high build repair mortar that can be used to repair walls and floors.
  ARDEX A 950 can be applied from 2mm to 100mm, and will harden in as little as 1 hour, regardless of thickness.

  Installation Schedule                                                                   Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:   WORKING TIME:         DRYING TIME:         COVERAGE:
      2-100mm           30-40 minutes       From 90 minutes      8m2 at 3mm
                                                                    thick
                                                                                            20kg

  Suitable for:

      Internal floors, walls and ceilings               Boxing in pipework                              Electrical chases
      Large cavities and deep holes                     Making columns and pedestals
      Dot and dab fixing of plasterboard                Modelling architectural features

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BRILLIANT WHITE ULTRA-FINE FINISHING PLASTER
     ARDEX A 826

                                                          n Ideal for ultra-fine skim coats

                                                          n One coat application

                                                          n P
                                                             aint in as little as 1 hour

                                                          n Sanding not required, can be sponge finished

                                                          n Can
                                                              also be used to fill joints between plasterboards on walls
                                                            and ceilings

                                                          n Shrinkage
                                                                    compensated, will not crack or craze

                                                          n B
                                                             rilliant White

       ARDEX A 826 is a brilliant white, rapid hardening, ultra-fine plaster for the smoothing and finishing of interior wall
       and ceiling surfaces. ARDEX A 826 creates a true feather finish for walls and ceilings.

       Installation Schedule                                                                      Pack Size
       APPLICATION DEPTH:      WORKING TIME:       SURFACE DRY:          COVERAGE:
            0-10mm                1 hour             1-2 hours       27m2 at 1mm per
                                                                        25kg bag
                                                                                                    25kg

       Suitable for:

           Finishing plaster                          Background for paint                    Wallpaper finishes
           Plasterboard backgrounds                   Pre-rendered walls                      Concrete backgrounds
           Aerated concrete                           Lightweight blocks                      Construction boards

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FILLING COMPOUND AND SMOOTHING PLASTER
ARDEX A 828

                                                      n Ideal
                                                            for smoothing and plastering a variety of surfaces,
                                                        such as – render, concrete, aerated concrete, plasterboard,
                                                        construction boards

                                                      n Can
                                                           be used as a deep wall filler with all the advantages of a
                                                        fast setting plaster

                                                      n Can
                                                          fill large surface depressions in walls and ceilings

                                                      n Covers
                                                             old decorative finishes such as ARTEX

                                                      n Slump,
                                                             tension and crack free

  ARDEX A 828 is a brilliant white, rapid hardening, plaster for filling, smoothing and finishing interior walls and
  ceilings. As a high build plaster it can be used to fill electrical chases or repair static cracks. It’s smooth consistency
  also provides you with the perfect finish.

  Installation Schedule                                                                        Pack Size
  APPLICATION DEPTH:      WORKING TIME:        SURFACE DRY:           COVERAGE:
       0-30mm                 1 hour              1 hours         27m2 at 1mm per
                                                                     25kg bag
                                                                                                 25kg

  Suitable for:

      Finishing plaster                            Background for paint                  Wallpaper finishes
      Plasterboard backgrounds                     Pre-rendered walls                    Concrete backgrounds
      Aerated concrete                             Lightweight blocks                    Construction boards

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RENOVATION PLASTER
     ARDEX R 1

                                                           n Ideal
                                                                 for problem walls, covers ARTEX, sound wallpapers,
                                                             and paint and tiles

                                                           n Can
                                                                receive finishes in as little as 24 hours, regardless
                                                             of thickness

                                                           n Brilliant White

                                                           n Tension
                                                                   and crack free

                                                           n Slump
                                                                 free

       ARDEX R 1 is a brilliant white, cementitious, rapid drying renovation plaster for difficult walls and ceilings. It’s ideal
       for smoothing and plastering walls and ceilings in dry internal areas, prior to the application of wallpaper, paints,
       dispersion based renders and other wallcoverings.

       Installation Schedule                                                                       Pack Size
       APPLICATION DEPTH:     WORKING TIME:         DRYING TIME:          COVERAGE:
            0-50mm              30 minutes            24 hours        27m2 at 1mm per
                                                                         25kg bag
                                                                                                      25kg
                                                                                                                  5kg

       Suitable for:

           Covers ARTEX                         Old wallpaper                         Concrete, cement and lime renders
           Plaster                              Plasterboards                         Ceramic tiles
           Paints                               Brickwork                             Sound tile adhesive

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PRIMERS, BONDING CEMENT & AGGREGATES
ANCILLARY PRODUCTS

ARDEX P 51                                                 ARDEX R 3 E
CONCENTRATED WATER-BASED PRIMER                            MOISTURE TOLERANT EPOXY PRIMER
& BONDING AGENT
n M
   ulti-purpose – seals and                               n F
                                                              or use on damp surfaces
  primes a wide range of
  applications                                             n C
                                                              an be sand blinded for
                                                             thicker flooring systems
n B
   lue pigment allows clear
  identification of primed                                 n Solvent free
  areas
n C
   onvenient resealable tub

     COVERAGE:                                                  COVERAGE:
    Up to 160m2                                                 Up to 24m2
    per 5kg tub                                                 per 6kg tub

ARDEX P 51 is a multi-purpose primer ideal for porous      ARDEX R 3 E Moisture Tolerant Epoxy Primer is a two
surfaces prior to the application of ARDEX Levelling and   component solvent free epoxy resin for use on concrete
Smoothing Compounds.                                       and cementitious surfaces that have damp surfaces (e.g.
                                                           from water spillages or rain) prior to installing ARDEX
                                                           Levelling and Smoothing Compounds .

ARDEX A 18                                                 ARDEX AGGREGATE
SCREED BONDING CEMENT WITH                                 FINE & COARSE AGGREGATES
COLOUR INDICATOR

n P
   roduces a slurry ideal for                             n F
                                                              ine aggregate for sand
  bonding ARDEX Screed                                       blinding ARDEX R 3 E
  Cements
                                                           n C
                                                              oarse aggregate for deep
n H
   igh adhesion strength                                    fill levelling compounds
n C
   olour change reduces                                   n Dry and pre-packed
  the risk of the application
  of screeds into dry
  bonding slurries                                              PACK SIZE:

     COVERAGE:
  11m2 at 1.5mm
   per 25kg bag                                                    25kg

When mixed with water, ARDEX A 18 produces a slurry        ARDEX Aggregates are for use with ARDEX Subfloor
ideal for bonding ARDEX Screed Cements. It can also be     Smoothing compounds where thicker applications
used for joining daywork joints when a new bay is laid     are required, or for fully blinding epoxy primers.
against a set and hardened screed.

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MIXING BUCKETS, SPONGES & WIPES, DUST EXTRACTION
     ANCILLARY PRODUCTS

     ARDEX MIXING BUCKET                ARDEX SPONGE
     n 3
        2 litre capacity              n A
                                          RDEX branded square
                                         cut sponge for the
     n R
        obust design with               cleaning off of ceramic
       reinforced rim and                tiles when grouting
       handles
                                       n Ideal for smoothing the
     n Ideal for mixing                 surface of ARDEX repair
       ARDEX smoothing and               mortars
       levelling compounds
       and cement based
       adhesives and grouts

     ARDEX HEAVY DUTY WIPES            ARDEX MEASURING BUCKET
     n F
        ormulated to remove           n C
                                          lear walled measuring
       adhesives, sealants, oils,        bucket with scale for use
       grease and more from hands        with ARDEX water-based
       and tools                         flooring products and
     n R
        esealable lid                   ceramic
                                         tile adhesives

     ARDEX DUSTFREE
     n R
        educes airborne dust from
       mixing with drills
     n E
        asy to use - fits the ARDEX
       Mixing Bucket and standard
       vacuum equipment

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ARDEX TECHNICAL SUPPORT

                       TECHNICAL ADVICE
                       We’re on hand to offer advice and product recommendations, in line with
                       British Standards codes of practice, via telephone, email, video call and our
                       social media channels.

                       SITE SUPPORT
                       Our highly experienced Technical Service team are available to attend your site,
                       offering site assessments, advice and guidance on the best use of our products
                       and systems for your project.

                       SPECIFICATION WRITING
                       We work closely with architects, specifiers, contractors and floorcovering
                       manufacturers to ensure the most suitable specification for your project. When
                       specifying ARDEX you can rely on our expert team for on-going support at every
                       stage of your project, including a rapid response to specification writing.

TECHNICAL HELPLINE - 01440 714939
The ARDEX Technical Services is available to answer any technical questions between 08:30 and
17:00 GMT Monday to Friday. Email info@ardex.co.uk.

For the latest information on ARDEX products including technical datasheets, health and safety datasheets
and product coverage calculators, please visit the ARDEX website at www.ardex.co.uk

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ARDEX TRAINING

     ARDEX offer a range of flooring training and tiling courses at our purpose built Academies in Suffolk and
     Stoke-on-Trent.
     Training is carried out by our team of technical experts, who have extensive knowledge and practical
     experience of the flooring and tiling industries which allows our courses to remain accurate and
     up-to-date, covering the latest information, technological advances and industry regulations.
     For training enquiries contact our National Training Manager, Steve Davies on 01440 714939 or visit
     www.ardex.co.uk/training

     FLOORING COURSES
     REPAIR >> PROTECT >> SMOOTH & LEVEL >> INSTALL

     For the perfect floor you need the perfect subfloor. Our subfloor preparation courses are a perfect blend
     of theory and hands on exercises, covering everything from moisture testing through to selecting the
     correct Floorcovering Adhesive.

            n   Subfloor
                        Preparation
            n   Subfloor
                        Preparation & LVT Installation
            n   Intermediate Subfloor Preparation
            n   Identification
                             and Preparation of an Anhydrite/Calcium Sulphate Screed
            n   Subfloor
                        Preparation & Introduction to Installing Safety Flooring in a Wet Room

     TILING COURSES
     WATERPROOF >> FIX >> GROUT >> FINISH

     On our tiling courses you’ll develop your knowledge of the key elements associated with professional tiling
     installations; from wall and floor preparation through to tile fixing and grouting.

            n Systems for Professional Tiling
            n Systems,
                       Tools & Techniques for Professional Tiling   (2 Day)
            n Large Format Tiling
            n Pool
                  & Wet Leisure Tiling
            n Tiling Over Anhydrite/Calcium Sulphate Screeds

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ARDEX UK SALES TEAM

                         National Training Manager
                         Steve Davies
                         07817 470074

                         Contract Managers
                         Vince Ruffini
                         07736 638536
                         Ian Lawton
                         07850 356734
                         Daniel Fairhurst
Morris Pate              07815 525813
07860 528824
                         Phillip Wilkinson
                         07525 812818

John Gledhill
07860 528827

                                                Kevin Gale
                                                07860 528829

David Clay
07860 528825

                                                Jonathan Ardley
Gary Wheeler                                    07977 412477
07860 528793
                                                John Oliver
                                                07860 440725
                                                Darren Wilcock
Richard Marden                                  07525 591484
07860 528823

                      Martyn Bell
                      07866 913608

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ARDEX UK Ltd, Homefield Road, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8QP
                  01440 714939

info@ardex.co.uk    www.ardex.co.uk
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