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Ask your QuestionWhat steps can be taken to extend the open time of a tile adhesive? Is it okay to do so or can there be downsides to doing this?
Asked by Adam on 15th Dec 2021Best Answer
"Simply put more water into the mix.
Pro: it would spread out better under the tile and the floor. It would be easier to level it.
Con: it takes longer to dry. The tile may drop if the floor isn't completely levelled."
"To extend the open time of tile adhesive you must use a standard-setting adhesive not a rapid setting and you must keep to the mix guidelines on the instructions as they are what is required to have a good adhesive mix that is consistent with your tiling work."
Answered on 2nd Jan 2022 - Member since Jul 2017 - report"It is better to wait until the next day. You should turn on the heating."
Answered on 5th Jan 2022 - Member since Dec 2021 - report"Diluting adhesive may effect it`s mechanical integrity. Why do you want to do this ?"
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