Rahul Trading Company

• High performance, polymer modified, non-slip adhesive
• Grey cement based, high performance, high strength adhesive for fixing tiles/stones in areas of limited movement or vibration as it can accommodate shocks due to impact load and heavy traffic. The set adhesive is water-resistant and non-slip.
• DIAMOND STAR Grey is ideal for fixing ceramic, vitrified & fully vitrified tiles, glass mosaic, porcelain, industrial grade tiles, cement terrazzo, natural stone and engineered stone on wall/floor in interior/exterior situations upto 6mm bed thickness (can be extended up to 12 mm in area of limited extent).
• Note: Not recommended for direct use onto gypsum plaster (wall finishes), paint or metal.

STANDARDS

• Confirms to IS 15477: 2019 Type 3T “Specification for Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”.
• Confirms to EN 12004: 2017 and is an improvedcementitious adhesive (C2) with slip resistance (T) and extendedopen time (E) of class C2TE.
• COVERAGE:-Approximately 1.25 -1.35 kg/m²/mm

Features

• Very high bond strength
• Water resistant
• Non-slip
• Easy mixing, smooth application & better workability
• Deformable to accommodate minor shocks
• Enhanced flexibility & adhesion can be obtained with addition of ADMIX AD1 (latex additive).
• Also Available in Ardex Endura Diamond Star White(price:-825). 

• High performance, fibre reinforced, deformable tile/stone adhesive
• High polymer modified, white coloured adhesive formulated with enhanced properties of slip resistance, flexibility and extended open time necessary for fixing large format tiles, slim tiles and stable natural stones on wall/floor in interior/exterior situations.
• Platinum Star Plus (White) is fibre reinforced to increase the flexural and bond strength of the adhesive and to impede the crack propagation in the composite material.

STANDARDS

• Confirms to IS 15477: 2019 Type 4TS1 “Specification for Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”
• Confirms to EN 12004: 2017 and is a improved cementitious adhesive (C2) with slip resistant (T), extended open time, (E) deformable (S1) of class C2TES1
• COVERAGE:-Approximately 1.10 – 1.20 kg/m²/mm

Features

• Fibre reinforced for high performance and strength
• Extended open time
• Excellent water and frost resistance
• Deformable׃ accommodates differential movement of the covering
• Bed thickness upto 15mm׃ suitable for tiling on uneven substrates
• Excellent tensile & shear adhesion
• Good slip resistance required for fixing large format wall tiles
• Excellent bond to various building materials
• Easy mixing, smooth application & good workability.

• High performance, fibre reinforced, deformable tile/stone adhesive
• High polymer modified, grey coloured adhesive formulated with enhanced properties of slip resistance, flexibility and extended open time necessary for fixing large format tiles, slim tiles and stable natural stones on wall/floor in interior/exterior situations.
• Platinum Star Plus (Grey) is fibre reinforced to increase the flexural and bond strength of the adhesive and to impede the crack propagation in the composite material.

STANDARDS

• Complies with IS 15477: 2019 Type 4TS1 “Specification for Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”.
• Conforms with the requirements of EN 12004: 2017 and is a deformable (S1), improved (2), slip resistant (T), cementitious adhesive (C), with extended open time (E) of class to C2TES1.
• COVERAGE :-Approximately 1.10 – 1.20 kg/m²/mm

Features

• Fibre reinforced for high performance and strength
• Extended open time
• Excellent water and frost resistance
• Deformable׃ accommodates differential movement of the covering
• Bed thickness upto 15mm׃ suitable for tiling on uneven substrates
• Excellent tensile & shear adhesion
• Good slip resistance required for fixing large format wall tiles
• Excellent bond to various building materials
• Easy mixing, smooth application & good workability.

• High Polymer Modified, Cementitious, Tile/stone Adhesive
• High polymer modified, grey cement-based tile adhesive suitable for fixing tile/stone in interior walls/floor and exterior floor situations upto 6mm bed thickness (can be extended up to 12 mm in area of limited extent). The set adhesive is water-resistant and is suitable for use in showers and totally immersed situations Plus such as swimming pools. GOLD STAR is used for fixing mosaics, vitrified and fully vitrified tiles, terrazzo and natural stone,for tile on tile application, on low absorbent substrates like Mivan wall /Shear walls and on waterproofed substrate.

STANDARDS

• Confirms to IS 15477: 2019 Type 2T "Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”
• Confirms to EN 12004: 2017 and is a normal cementitious adhesive © with slip resistance (T) of class C2T
• COVERAGE Approximately 1.2 - 1.25 kg/m /mm

Features

• Very high bond strength
• Water resistant
• Easy mixing, smooth application & better workability
• Good working time- Open time of 30 min.
• Suitable for most common substrates and tiles
• Enhanced flexibility & adhesion can be obtained with addition of ADMIX AD1 (latex additive).
• Also Available in Star Plus (Price :-675).

• White cement based, high polymer modified, tile/stone adhesive
• High polymer modified, white cement-based tile adhesive suitable for fixing tiles with less than 3% porosity, like vitrified, semi-vitrified tiles and natural stones on walls and floor in interior and exterior situations. WHITE STAR is specially designed to fix marble tiles/stones to prevent discoloration/stains due to iron-oxide. The set adhesive is water-resistant and is suitable for use in showers, wet areas and swimming pools. Also, ideal for renovation (tile-over-tile) for quick & easy installation works.
• Note: Not recommended for direct use onto gypsum plaster (wall finishes), paint or metal.

STANDARDS

• Confirms to IS 15477: 2019 Type 2T “Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”
• Confirms to EN 12004: 2017 and is a normal cementitious adhesive (C1) with slip resistance (T) of class C1T
• COVERAGE:-Approximately 1.35 – 1.40 kg/m²/mm

• High bond strength
• Water resistant
• Easy mixing, smooth application & better workability
• Enhanced flexibility & adhesion can be obtained with addition of ADMIX AD1 (latex additive).
• Suitable for most common substrates and tiles.

• Polymer modified Grey/White cement-based general purpose adhesive having excellent application properties with good bond strength used for fixing terracotta and ceramic tiles on both interior floor and wall in dry areas on cementitious substrate. Also suitable for installing porous natural stones on interior floors only.
• Note: Not recommended for direct use onto gypsum plaster (wall finishes), paint or metal.

STANDARDS

• Confirms to IS 15477: 2019 Type 1T “Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”.

• Confirms to EN 12004: 2017 and is a normal set cementitious adhesive (C1) with slip resistance (T) of class to C1T.
• COVERAGE:-Approximately 1.45 – 1.55 kg/m2/mm.
• Also Available in Silver Star White(20 Kg Price:-500).

• Cement based adhesive for use by wet-on-wet method
• S 15 C is a very economical, polymer modified cementitiou sadhesive designed for use in slurry consistency on fresh screed for wet-on-wet fixing of tiles & stones. The additional strength of S 15 C ensures a better bond of the tile/stone to the screed in comparison to the conventional cement slurry.
• S 15 C is available in grey and white cement base for fixing vitrified tiles, ceramic tiles and stable natural stones. It is not suitable for fixing moisture sensitive stones and for vertical applications.
• COVERAGE:-Approximately 2.50 kg/m² as slurry Coat @ 2 mm thickness

Features

• Free flowing slurry – no need for adhesive trowel
• Economical
• Good bond strength
• Longer working time compared to cement slurry

• Polymer modified Grey/White cement-based general purpose adhesive having excellent application properties with good bond strength used for fixing terracotta and ceramic tiles on both interior floor and wall in dry areas on cementitious substrate. Also suitable for installing porous natural stones on interior floors only.
• Note: Not recommended for direct use onto gypsum plaster (wall finishes), paint or metal.

STANDARDS

• Confirms to IS 15477: 2019 Type 1T “Adhesives for use with Ceramic, Mosaic and Stone Tiles”.

• Confirms to EN 12004: 2017 and is a normal set cementitious adhesive (C1) with slip resistance (T) of class to C1T.
• COVERAGE:-Approximately 1.45 – 1.55 kg/m2/mm.
• Also Available in Silver Star White(20 Kg Price:-500).

• BRONZE STAR Grey, polymer modified adhesive suitable for fixing porous clay & ceramic tiles of small format on walls & floors in interior dry situations on cement-based backgrounds.
• Areas of Application:- Designed especially for dry areas of interior floor and interior wall installations of all types of ceramic tile and small format natural stones over concrete and on a variety of cement-based substrates. Can be used up to 6 mm bed thickness (can be extended up to 12 mm thickness in area of limited extent).

Application

• Surface Preparation:If a plaster/leveling mortar bed is applied, ensure that it is cured for at least 7 days to achieve proper strength before application of tile adhesive for installation of tile
• New concrete slabs shall be damp cured and 28* days old before application.
• Ensure the substrate is clean and free from impurities like dust, dirt, debris, oil, grease, curing agents, loose plaster etc
• Dampen the wall before application of thin set adhesive
• Clean the back of tile for any dust or coating

Mixing:

• Place clean, potable water into a clean mixing bowl. Add BRONZE STAR powder into the mixing bowl. Use approximately 5.5 – 6L of water for 20 kg of powder.
• Mix by hand or with a slow speed mixer to a smooth, trowelable consistency. Allow adhesive to slake for 5 minutes. Adjust consistency if necessary. Remix and apply with the proper sized notched trowel.
• Proportion:Approximately 1 bag of BRONZE STAR with 5.5-6 ltrs of water. Adjust quantity of liquid to obtain proper consistency.

Installation:

• Apply adhesive to the substrate with the flat side of the trowel, pressing firmly to work into surface. Comb on additional adhesive with the notched side. Use the proper sized notched trowel to ensure full bedding of the tile. Spread as much adhesive as can be covered with tile in 10 minutes.
• Back butter large format tiles (> 12”x12”) to provide full bedding and firm support. Place tiles into wet, sticky adhesive and beat in using a beating block and rubber mallet to imbed tile and adjust level. Check adhesive for complete coverage by periodically removing a tile and inspecting bedding adhesive transfer onto back of tile. Use of spacer is recommended to provide grout joints between tiles / stones. The joint width shall be as per the recommendation of architect / engineer. Remove the spacers when the adhesive is set firm.
• If adhesive is skinned over (not sticky), remove and replace with fresh adhesive.
• Grouting:Grout installation shall be commenced after a minimum of 24 hours curing time at 70°F (21° C).For maximum stain resistance EPOXY GROUT is recommended.