Concrete Slab:For both dry and wet installations choose a latex thinset. Other options for dry installations are organic mastic or a water-mixed thinset. The Heat Resistant Tile Adhesive should not be used as a grout. For grouting needs, utilise VITCAS Heat Resistant Tile Grout. Suitable for a Variety of Tiles: This adhesive can be used with porous tiles, marble, granite, or slate after appropriate surface sealing. Vitcas Heat Resistant Tile Adhesive, a ready-mixed adhesive specially formulated to meet the demands of high-temperature environments where conventional tile adhesives fall short. Designed for long-term tile retention, this product is the perfect solution for a range of applications from fire surrounds to kitchen equipment and radiators. Key Features:

Floor Tile Adhesive: Organic mastics are the most commonly used floor tile adhesive because of the fact that there is no mixing involved and are therefore more convenient. They are usually a little bit cheaper too. However, when it comes to floor tile adhesive thinset adhesives are actually superior and should be the preferred choice. The fact that they have a stronger bond and can handle more weight makes them perfectly suited for floor tiles which obviously will get much more wear than wall tiles. Other Types Of Tile Adhesive Vitcas Heat Resistant Tile Adhesive is a ready mixed tile adhesive specially formulated for use high-temperature areas such as around the fireplace, behind wood-burning stoves, ranges, radiators, and boilers. The adhesive is made of a non-combustible inorganic material with a high-temperature resistance of up to 1000°C, ensuring a safe and secure bonding. It's usually at this stage that people start asking us, " Can I use tiles around my wood burning fire?" and " what to put behind a wood burning stove?".

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As with tile surfaces, your grout joints are at risk of becoming stained and discoloured by ash and other detritus associated with open fires, so it’s always a good idea to protect them. Grout joints within natural stone and polished tile installations will be sealed just along with the tiles themselves if you’ve gone down the sealing route, however, you can protect just the grout even those installations that don’t require sealing. We recommend our LTP Grout Protectors for the job. Waterproof Tile Adhesive: This would be used when doing an installation in an area that will frequently be getting wet like in the main bathroom or a kitchen countertop. These will be a thinset but which type depends on the surface you are setting your tile on.

Very happy with this adhesive. It worked well with my porcelain tiles and has held up well in high temperatures." The matching rug complements the stove nicely and draws even more attention to the centre of the room. 2. Wooden beams are an alcoves best friend Heavy tiles and materials such as stones, marble, and granite should be fully supported during application and curing. This look boldly displays the wood burner front and centre whilst framing it with country-esque touches. PALACE Heat-Resist is a polymer-fortified adhesive, designed to provide a high strength, durable bond in areas where tiles are installed around a radiant source of heat which does not reach temperatures in excess of 250°C. This is typical of conditions found around domestic installations such as a log burning fire, cooking range/stove or a traditional Aga Oven. It is a pale grey powder based blend incorporating special hydraulic binders which produces a non-slump, fast setting paste suitable for fixing ceramic, porcelain and vitrified tiles in areas surrounding a radiant source of heat. PALACE Heat-Resist should only be used for fixing tiles onto solid masonry surfaces or cement board structures which are stable when exposed to high temperatures. Note: It is essential to confirm that all tiles selected for use in this type of location are similarly heat resistant

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Delivery times are quoted in business days meaning weekends and local holidays including bank holidays, Christmas etc do not count as business days. DELIVERY TIMES - Custom Made Products On Top of Old Tiles:For both dry and wet installations use an epoxy thinset or a latex thinset. How to Remove Tile Adhesive

This is an important question and answering it correctly will determine if you need a waterproof adhesive or not. The main bathroom would be considered a wet job whereas a kitchen floor would be a dry job. As mentioned, 99.9% of porcelain tiles are suitable for use in fire surrounds, hearths and fireplaces and there are no restrictions on the size or design you go for. However, given that wood burners and stoves are prone to creating ash and soot, it’s probably a good idea to opt for tiles that feature a satin or matt glazed surface so as to minimise the risk of stains and scratches from accessories such as ash pans, pokers and tongs. Tiles with these types of finish are a bit more hardy than those with a high-gloss polished finish and the tougher surface layer will require much less effort when it comes to cleaning and upkeep. Just take a putty knife, margin trowel, or utility knife and simply scrape off all of the existing adhesive. When replacing tile adhesive remember to use the same exact adhesive that was used originally. Unfortunately, sometimes this isn’t possible, and if that is the case try to use the same type. So if organic mastic was used, use that. If a thinset was used, use a thinset. If your chimney walls aren't in great condition you can always use heat-resistant boards to give you a stable tiling surface. Inspiration: 3 hot looks for your homeThis adhesive is intended for internal use only. For external applications, consider using Vitcas HB60. You'll need a steady supply of firewood to keep your wood burner roaring. Why not upcycle an old bookcase and place it nearby to not only add to the overall charm of the burner but keep the extra fuel to hand when you need it. The material that you will adhere your tile to will also be important because some adhesives work better with some materials than others. Here are the best based on setting bed material:

The farmhouse-look the wooden beam creates helps modern decors blend with the burner while also helping to further accentuate a traditional look. 3. Display your firewood loud and proud High-Temperature Resistance: Formulated specifically for areas exposed to elevated temperatures, it remains reliable and steadfast where ordinary tile adhesives may falter. Resistant to 1000°C /1830°F Plywood:For both dry and wet installations an epoxy thinset or a latex thinset is specifically made for plywood. Any surplus Heat Resistant Tile Adhesive must be swiftly removed from tile surfaces with a damp cloth to prevent hardening or staining. If you’ve opted to use tiles with a polished finish in your fire surround then do ensure that you seal them if required. The manufacturers instructions will stipulate whether the tiles need sealing or not – tiles with this kind of finish often require such an action so as to prevent them from staining. Whilst most porcelain tiles are impervious to organic matter, those with highly polished surfaces and porous tiles such as those constructed from natural stone like limestone and slate will be susceptible to staining by ash, soot or damage from an errant ember, so please do seal them. We recommend LTP Porcelain Tile Protector for the job. Use Heat Resistant Adhesive & Grout

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Drywall:A latex thinset is the best choice but a water-mixed thinset or organic mastic could also be used. Heat-Resistant Tile Adhesive: This is what you will need when installing fireplace tiles. You need a heat-resistant adhesive because very high heat can easily damage a normal adhesive. Never use organic mastic where there will be high heat. You need a thinset that can handle at least 400 degrees Fahrenheit.