How to Guide

Description
ANSI Requirement
Typical
Results
Impact Test
All tiles remain bonded after
impact
Passes
Stain Test
< 70% penetration
Passes
Stability in Storage
4 weeks minimum
Passes
Resistance to Mold
Growth
No mold growth
Passes
Tested in accordance
with American National
Standards for Organic
Adhesives for Installation
of Ceramic Tile – ANSI
A136.1, Type I & II
Specifications.
Physical Properties
Description
Base
Acrylic Latex
Physical State
Paste
Color
White
Odor
Nil
Open Time [at 72ºF (22ºC)]
20-35 minutes
Wt./U.S. Gallon
12.5 lbs. ± .2 lbs.
VOC/Liter of Material
6 grams (calculated); 8 grams
less water
Foot Traffic Rating (ASTM
C627)
Residential to light commercial
5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Surface Preparation
All surfaces must be clean, dry, free of dirt, dust, grease, oil, loose
paint, wallpaper, and residues of old adhesive, or any foreign matter
which might impair adhesion where TEC® Skill Set™ Type 1 Mastic
is spread. Painted enameled walls and floors must be thoroughly
scored or sanded to insure a bond to the original base wall or floor.
Do no sand any floors or adhesives that are known or suspected to
contain asbestos. Installations where concrete is damp or the
concrete is subject to moisture vapor emissions can fail.
Application
The adhesive, tile, and room should be maintained at a minimum
temperature of 60ºF for 24 hours prior to installation. The minimum
60ºF temperature must be maintained during the entire installation,
and for a minimum of 48 hours following.
Use a 3/16” x 5/32” V-notched trowel for installation of tile up to 6” x
6”. For tiles larger than 6” x 6”, use a 1/4” x 1/4” x 1/4” square-
notched trowel. Maximum tile size: for walls is 12” x 12” for floors is
8” x 8”.
Type 1 Mastic
Printed in U.S.A
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1105 South Frontenac Street
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Construction Products Inc.
Only apply the amount of adhesive to surface that can be tiled over
in 15 minutes. DO NOT SET TILE IF SKIN HAS FORMED ON THE
ADHESIVE. If adhesive skin has formed, remove and re-apply. This
time will vary with the temperature, humidity, and the substrate.
Apply the adhesive to the substrate first with the flat side of the
trowel. Then comb with the notched side of the trowel in one
direction. Firmly press tiles into the adhesive and move them
perpendicularly across the ridges. Do not slide tiles against each
other. Periodically remove and check a tile to assure complete
coverage.
Dry Time
Cure times will vary with size and porosity of substrate (porcelain tile
takes considerably longer to cure), humidity and temperature (cooler
temperatures will extend set times). No traffic is permitted on tiles
prior to curing. Grouting may begin once adhesive is firmly set up.
Up to 6” x 6” wall tiles require wait time of 6 hours or longer. Over 6”
x 6” tile or any floor tile application requires at least 24-48 hours.
Check to determine readiness by trying to twist the tile and see if it
moves. If it does, additional cure time is required. If the tile won’t
twist but you hear a wet suction sound when the tile is stepped on,
additional cure time is also required. The use of TEC
®
Skill Set™
brand grouts is highly recommended.
Full cure takes at least 48-72 hours depending on conditions.
For glass tile, refer to TEC
®
Skill Set™ Glass Tile Mortar. For marble
and granite installations, test in an inconspicuous area as
discoloration may occur. Most discoloration disappears after 30
days. For proper curing, do not abut marble tiles together.
Clean-up
While adhesive is still fresh, clean tools, hands, and excess
material from face of tile with warm soapy water.
6. WARRANTY
For details about our limited warranties, see your sales associate
or tecskillset.com.
7. TECHNICAL SERVICES
Technical Assistance
Information is available by calling the Technical Service Helpline.
Toll Free: 800-832-9023
Fax: [phone]
Technical and Safety Literature
To acquire technical and safety literature, please visit our website at
tecskillset.com.