| Description |
| EAGLE FIX-181 is an high quality rapid-set polymer modified universal thin-set mortar, that only needs water for installation of all types of natural stones and tiles on more demanding jobs. This thin-set is specially formulated for the installation of tiles, vitrified or not and also impervious like porcelain, either inside or outside, on horizontal or vertical surfaces. Joints can be done as quickly as 2 to 3 hours after ceramic tile installation with Eagle FIX-181. It has been formulated for residential and commercial uses. Having an excellent adhesion over conventional substrates, EAGLE FIX181 gives a very good adhesion over surfaces like asbestos or composite vinyl tiles, existing ceramic tiles, cement-based terrazzo and cut-back residues. Take note that rigorous attention must be taken to execute surface preparation conform to trade practices and Eagle Black’s surface preparation guidelines. |
| Surface Preparation |
All surfaces to be covered shall be structurally sound, clean and free from traces of dust, oil, grease, wax, paint, curing agent, coatings and loose particles. They must also be exempt from any trace or presence of acids, concentrated alkalis, chemical cleaning agents or any other material that can reduce adhesion. Substrates like particleboard, chipboard, Lauan, press wood or Masonite are not appropriate for thin-set mortar products. The only recommended wood substrate for residential floors is exterior grade plywood installed in an interior dry area. All concrete substrates shall be completely cured and at least 28 days old, free from hydrostatic conditions and/or extreme humidity problems. They must be roughened to completely remove all traces of paint, coating, loosely bonded toppings, loose particles and construction debris. Ambient, surface and product temperature must be superior to 10ºC (50ºF)and lower than 35ºC (95ºF) before the installation and for the first 24 hours. |
| Mixing |
n a clean container, pour exactly 240 ml of fresh clean water per kilogram of powder, add gradually Eagle Fix-181 powder while mixing with a low-speed drill and mixer. Blend for about 1 minute scraping recipient walls and paddle to obtain a homogeneous trowelable consistency. Apply immediately. Occasionally remix while using it, with no water addition. Clean working tools and hands with water while product is still fresh. |
| Application |
Spread and scratch mortar on surface to be covered with flat edge of trowel. Quickly add mortar and using notch side of the trowel, spread mortar uniformly, taking care to trace ridge lines in the same straight line direction. Spread enough mortar so that the surface can be covered in less than about 15 minutes. If ridges have slightly dried and there is skin formation at the surface, there will be no adherence, mortar will have to be removed and a fresh coat applied. Press tiles firmly with a back and forth motion across ridges to obtain full mortar transfer at the back of tiles. Tiles must be embedded at 1/3 of their thickness in mortar. Never wet tiles prior to their application, if so, it must be advised by tile manufacturer. |
| Curing |
Protect surfaces for 3 hours. Curing time may vary according to temperature and humidity level. Make sure application is dry prior to allow light traffic for grouting. |
| Approximate coverage for a 22.7 kg (50lb) bag :
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Trowel 6 X 6 X 6 mm (¼” X ¼” X ¼”) : ………8.4 m² (90 ft²)
Trowel 6 X 10 X 6 mm (¼” X 3/8” X ¼”) : ………6.0 m² (70 ft²) |
| Package |
Available in 22.7 kg bag. Grey. |
| Storage |
| Store in a dry and fresh area. Shelf life is 6 months in its original non-opened container. |
