Bostik Mix X530 Hydroment 425 High Performance Acrylic Additive For Water Resistant & Mortar Strengthening 18KG

Description 

Hydroment 425 is a high-performance acrylic additive and mortar strengthening additive for cement-based adhesive and Drytile Grout / Ceramic Tile Filler. This product is used to replace water that is normally added to the cement-based adhesive or other thin-set / medium set mortars and colour grouts sanded or unsanded. The use of Hydroment 425 will further improve the adhesion, flexibility and water resistance of thin-set / medium set mortars and colour grouts to serve the requirement in many areas of residential, commercial buildings, factories, warehouses and etc. Typical installations include high traffic areas such as podiums, lift lobbies, service bays, platforms and vehicular wash areas. Other strength critical areas are swimming pools and outdoor installation.

Features 

• Suitable for internal and external installations
• Mixes easily with thin-set or medium set mortars and colour grouts
• Enhancement in bond strength and flexibility
• Retains colour better in grout installations
• Reduces water absorption in grout installation in wet areas
• Improve workability and cohesiveness

Recommended Use 

Where there is a requirement on ;

• Improving shear bond strength of tile and stone installations.
• Improving water resistance of colour grouts and mortars. Improving flexural and tensile strength.

Hydroment 425 can be used ;

• as a slurry bond coat (together with Portland Cement) to receive new screeds or topping.

Substrate Types

Use a primer for the substrate;

• Concrete
• Cement screed backings
• Masonry surfaces
• Lightweight blocks