How to Guide

Universal Adhesive
This Product Data Sheet has been prepared in good faith on the
basis of information available at the time of publication. It is intended
to provide users with information about and guidelines for the proper
use and application of the covered TEC
®
Skill Set™ brand
product(s) under normal environmental and working conditions.
Because each project is different, H.B. Fuller Construction Products
Inc. cannot be responsible for the consequences of variations in
such conditions, or for unforeseen conditions.
4. TECHNICAL DATA
Applicable Standard
Exceeds ANSI A136.1 Type I & II specifications.
TEC® Skill Set™ Universal Adhesive
Description
ANSI Requirement
Typical Results
Shear Strength
28 Day, Room
Temperature
> 50 psi
(0.34 MPa)
500 psi (3.42 MPa)
Type I Water
Immersion
> 50 psi
(0.34 MPa)
150 psi (1.03 MPa)
After Accelerated Heat
Aging
> 75% dry shear
strength retention
Passes
Heat Resistance
Maintains at least 10
lb. static load in shear
at 120ºF (49ºC) for 24
hours
Passes
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 1
Physical Properties
Description
Base
Acrylic Latex
Physical State
Paste
Color
Gray
Odor
Nil
Open Time [at 72ºF (22ºC)]
20-35 minutes
Wt./U.S. Gallon
9 lbs. ± 0.3 lbs.
VOC/Liter of Material
27 grams less water
Foot Traffic Rating (ASTM
C627)
Residential to light commercial
Storage
Store in cool, dry location. Do
not store open containers.
Freeze/thaw stable.
Shelf Life
Max.of 1 year from date of
manufacture in properly stored,
unopened package. Good for 6
months if tightly re-sealed,
stored in a cool, dry location
and used within shelf life.
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™ Universal
Adhesive 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 not 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. For tiles
12” x 12” to 20” x 20”, use a 1/4” x 3/8” x 1/4” square-notched trowel.
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. 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.