Installation Guide

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DESCRIPTION

Mapelastic AquaDefense is a premixed, advanced liquid-rubber, extremely

quick-drying waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane for installation under

ceramic tile or stone in residential, commercial and industrial environments.

Mapelastic AquaDefense provides a thin, continuous barrier to protect adjacent

rooms and floors below from water damage. For common problem areas like

coves, corners, cracks and drains, it can be combined with MAPEI’s optional

Reinforcing Fabric or Mapeband

™

accessories (cove roll and drain flash) to

provide additional protection. Mapelastic AquaDefense dries after about 30 to

50 minutes and is then ready to receive any MAPEI polymer or epoxy mortar.

Mapelastic AquaDefense can be flood-tested after 12 hours of drying time,

is IAPMO-listed for use as a shower-pan liner, and exceeds ANSI A118.10

and ANSI A118.12 standards.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Very quick drying: Install tile after 30 to 50 minutes of drying time.

• Time-saving: Flood-test as shower-pan liner after 12 hours of drying time.

• Apply with roller or brush – easy to install over flat, curved or irregular

surfaces

• Bonds to a wide range of surfaces; convenient, user-friendly and versatile

• No odor; great for confined spaces

• Prevents in-plane floor cracks from transmitting through tile or stone

INDUSTRY STANDARDS AND APPROVALS

• ANSI: Exceeds A118.10 standard (Waterproofing Membranes for Thin-Set

Ceramic Tile) and A118.12 standard (Crack-Isolation Membranes for Thin-

Set Ceramic Tile)

• ASTM: C627 (Robinson) service rating for extra heavy

• ASTM: E-96 Method E, meeting requirements of <0.5 perms

• IAPMO: Listed for use as shower-pan liner

• IAPMO File #3996

• ICC Evaluation Service Report ESR 3474

• Los Angeles Board of Building & Safety Commissioners File Number

M-130022

LEED v3 Points Contribution LEED Points

MR Credit 5, Regional Materials* .......................................Up to 2 points

IEQ Credit 4.2, Low-Emitting Materials – Paints & Coatings .........1 point

* Using this product may help contribute to LEED certification of projects in the

categories shown above. Points are awarded based on contributions of all

project materials.

WHERE TO USE

• Residential and commercial interior/exterior floors, walls and ceilings

• Industrial interior floors and walls

• Tub and shower surrounds: bathrooms; kitchens; food prep, dishwashing,

servery and cafeteria areas; countertops; and laundry rooms

• Residential and commercial submerged applications: freshwater pools,

fountains and water features (completely covered by ceramic tile)

• Cantilevered balconies and decks over unoccupied space (see the

“Limitations” section)

• Balconies and decks over occupied space when used in conjunction with

a primary waterproofing membrane

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Version: April 28, 2016

Summary of content (6 pages)

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e s n e f e D a u q A Version: April 28, 2016 ® ic t s ela p Ma Premium Waterproofing and Crack-Isolation Membrane TM DESCRIPTION • ASTM: C627 (Robinson) service rating for extra heavy Mapelastic AquaDefense is a premixed, advanced liquid-rubber, extremely quick-drying waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane for installation under ceramic tile or stone in residential, commercial and industrial environments.
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nse e f e D a u Aq • Steam rooms and steam showers (refer to TCNA handbook’s sections SR613 and SR614 or TTMAC 319SR and 321SR).
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PRODUCT APPLICATION 6. Bolt down collar to drain flange. Read all installation instructions thoroughly before installation. 7. Where Mapelastic AquaDefense coating ends on any penetration, apply a bead of silicone or urethane sealant. • Fill all cracks, control joints and gaps in corners and coves that are greater than 1/32" (1 mm) with an appropriate filler material. Force material into crack and finish smooth with trowel. Let dry.
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Installation with MAPEI's Reinforcing Fabric : 3. While fabric is wet, apply additional Mapelastic AquaDefense over fabric until completely covered to create void-free surface. Let dry to a dark-green color. 4. Apply a second coat and let dry. Sealant (depth is 1/2 width) Tile Rounded backup (with no bond to sealant) Install fabric on main area Bond coat 1. Apply the first coat of Mapelastic AquaDefense (including areas previously coated) using a 3/8" (10-mm) nap roller. 2.
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Product Performance Properties Laboratory Tests Results pH 9 Viscosity Approximately 30,000 cps Density 1,3 g per mL Weight 10.9 lbs. per U.S. gal.
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nse e f e D a u Aq ™ tic las pe Ma RELATED DOCUMENTS Reference Guide: Surface Preparation Requirements for tile and stone installation systems RGT0309* * At www.mapei.com Refer to the SDS for specific data related to health and safety as well as product handling. STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY Before using, user shall determine the suitability of the product for its intended use and user alone assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.