12 best tile adhesives

Tiled materials are widely used in the decoration of residential, industrial and office space. Since this type of lining is expensive for property owners, tile glue plays a huge role in the durability of the coating. A huge range of compositions is represented on the construction market, among them there are universal products and mixtures with a narrowly focused specialization. A tough competition for the Russian consumer is led by many domestic and foreign manufacturers. When the need arises to buy glue, it is best to consult with a professional tiler, who will be engaged in the design of the facing surface. Otherwise, you will have to choose the material, based on the recommendations of experts.

The main criteria for the selection of tile glue

1. First of all it is important to determine Operating conditions tiled pavement. In the bath, shower, sauna, pool can only be used composition with high moisture resistance. On terraces, balconies, facades, resistance to low temperatures is also needed. On the contrary, when installing a warm floor glue must withstand high temperatures.
2. An important factor is ease of preparation of the working solution. Most formulations mix well with water, and some modern products are made using a special dust-free technology. The absence of dust favorably affects not only the cleanliness of the adjacent premises, but also the health of the workers.
3. Tilers are very sensitive to the behavior of the prepared mortar. Highly appreciated good adhesion to the base, plasticity, lack of slipping of a tile and shrinkage after drying. It is desirable that the viability of the mixture was not less than 2-3 hours, then after the smoke or tea drinking it is not necessary to clean the container from the frozen glue.

In our review got the best tile adhesives. When selecting applicants, the following criteria were taken into account:

1. the appointment of the composition;
2. specifications;
3. price;
4. expert opinion;
5. consumer reviews.

Top Tile Adhesives Rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best tile adhesive for the bath	1	Knauf fliesen	297 ₽
	2	Ceresit CM 11 PLUS	304 ₽
	3	UNIS 2000	279 ₽
	4	OSNOVIT MASTPLIX T-12	284 ₽
	5	IVSIL MOSAIK	590 ₽
	6	SOPRO 450	650 ₽
	7	BERGAUF MOSAIK	622 ₽
The best tile adhesive for porcelain tiles	1	Volma Ceramics	233 ₽
	2	Unis Granite	375 ₽
	3	Bergauf keramik	199 ₽
The best tile adhesive for underfloor heating	1	LITOFLEX K80	547 ₽
	2	Mapei keraflex	845 ₽

The best tile adhesive for the bath

In the bathroom, as in the shower, sauna or bath, there is high humidity. Therefore, glue the tiles should be using a water-resistant composition. He should equally well hold the tile on the wall and floor. Experts have chosen several products.

Knauf fliesen

Rating: 4.9

All the necessary qualities for laying tiles in the bathroom has a glue Knauf Fliesen. It is made on a cement base, therefore it is highly resistant to water, it is perfectly mixed with water. The material is suitable for bonding ceramics, porcelain stoneware or stone. In reviews, many professional tilers call glue the best at work. Tile does not move, quickly fixed on the wall.Experts also note good adhesion of glue to different bases, starting with concrete slabs and ending with plasterboard structures.

Thanks to its affordable price and economical consumption, Knauf Fliesen tile adhesive becomes the winner of our rating. The elastic mass is perfectly levelable with a spatula with a comb, which allows you to trim the most problematic areas of the bathroom.

Ceresit CM 11 PLUS

Rating: 4.8

Ceresit CM 11 PLUS tile adhesive is not far behind the winner, according to user feedback. To get on the first line of the rating product was not allowed a higher price and lack of versatility (not suitable for some types of tiles). But the merits of the material were highly appreciated by both professional craftsmen and beginner tilers. First of all, it is worth noting the possibility of external use. The adhesive is resistant to moisture and can be applied in a wide range of temperatures (+5 ... + 30 ° С). At the preparation stage, there are also no problems; with proper mixing, a homogeneous mass without lumps is obtained. Glue well holds both small and large tiles. The working solution retains elasticity for about 3 hours, and it is possible to make adjustments to the lining within 10 minutes.

UNIS 2000

Rating: 4.7

It looks worthy in the top three leaders of the rating UNIS 2000 tile glue. In some indicators, the product surpasses even the winner. This applies to drying speed and adhesive abilities. The solution retains a viable state for 3 hours. The master will have 10 minutes to make changes in the tile coating.

The seam feels confidently not only in the damp environment of the bathroom, but also outside the buildings in case of severe frost. Withstand deformation, changes in humidity and temperature composition allows for high elasticity. Fully glue hardens during the day, after which you can walk on the tile or fuse seams and voids.

Tile adhesive is also advantageous in terms of economy, it has a low price and acceptable consumption.

OSNOVIT MASTPLIX T-12

Rating: 4.6

When it is necessary to level the wall in one operation and glue the tiles in the bathroom, experts recommend paying attention to the adhesive of OSNOVIT MASTPLIX T-12. It is the leveling quality that allows the product to compete successfully with the leaders of the rating. The material does not save even with significant surface differences. This fact is not taken from the manufacturer's advertising prospectus, it is confirmed in the reviews of professional tilers. Tile glue can be used for laying ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles and stone.

The composition after mixing gets good adhesion, the tile does not slip down even with a large thickness of the adhesive joint. The basic thickness can be 20 mm, and in limited areas it is possible to level the cavities up to 30 mm.

IVSIL MOSAIK

Rating: 4.5

By price and adhesion strength, IVSIL MOSAIK tile adhesive can be attributed to professional materials. He often finds himself in top positions in various ratings and tile listers. The experts were most impressed by the wide range of finishing materials that can be glued with the composition. Due to its high adhesion and snow-white color, the product is recommended for laying mosaic tiles, translucent and glass elements, natural stone.After drying, the elastic seam is not afraid of exposure to moisture and temperature changes. Therefore, this tile adhesive can be used not only in the improvement of the bathroom, but also in the design of pools, baths and outdoor bases.

Glue allows to lay tiles on concrete, plastered or brick bases. The viability of the solution is 2-2.5 hours

SOPRO 450

Rating: 4.5

For professional purposes, SOPRO 450 tile adhesive has been created. It ensures the durability of the lining, prevents splitting of tile products due to the presence of reinforcing fibers in the composition. The product could not get into the top of the rating because of the very thin layer (5 mm) that can be applied. Although such technical indicators as elasticity and adhesion, the material is at a height.

Experts also note such an advantage of the composition as increased water-repellent abilities. Tiled glue is recommended not only in bathrooms, but also in saunas and swimming pools. In addition, you can trim and outdoor surfaces such as facades, balconies, terraces. The prepared solution retains its viability for 4 hours, and the seam completely dries out only after 672 hours.

BERGAUF MOSAIK

Rating: 4.5

Especially for laying such a capricious facing material as a mosaic designed tile adhesive BERGAUF MOSAIK. Although the manufacturer allows the use of the product and the traditional lining (ceramic tile, stone, large panels). White composition can be used when working with marble or translucent mosaics. Professional tilers note high adhesiveness, ductility and strength of the seam.

The adhesive composition is simple to prepare, it is pleasant to apply it on horizontal and vertical surfaces, as well as on bases such as plywood, metal, and plaster. Not only a professional veneer can handle this job, but also a beginner. The manufacturer practically does not limit the scope of application. Only the price scares domestic buyers.

The best tile adhesive for porcelain tiles

A special tiled material is porcelain. For its installation requires a tile adhesive, which has high adhesion, plasticity, as well as moisture and frost resistance when making outdoor bases. Here are a few quality compounds.

Volma Ceramics

Rating: 4.9

A great combination of availability and quality was achieved by domestic developers of glue Volma Ceramics. Cement-sand composition can be used both inside buildings and outside. Within a day, you can move around the laid tile or seal the seams. The mixture securely holds both small tiles and large porcelain stoneware panels.

The experts gave the product first place in the rating for excellent adhesion and high plasticity. Tilers note the ease of mixing, as well as a relatively high viability of about 5 hours. Even heavy elements do not float after gluing, and adjustments can be made within 10 minutes. Apply tile adhesive should be prepared on the aligned grounds, because the thickness of the seam should be 2-5 mm.

Unis Granite

Rating: 4.8

Tiled cladding can cope with the highest loads, if you use Unis glue in the work. Due to the unique strength of the product ranked second in our ranking. It withstands heavy slabs made of materials such as porcelain stoneware and marble.Experts highlight such properties of the adhesive composition as safety and quality of manufacture. It can be used both inside and outside buildings. The material is resistant to mechanical stress and temperature extremes.

Tilers highly appreciate the ease of preparation, plastic mass well smoothes all the irregularities on the ground. This tile adhesive is quite versatile, it is used when finishing baths, as well as when installing a heated floor.

Bergauf keramik

Rating: 4.7

Another Russian glue for porcelain stoneware hit the top three. The composition of Bergauf Keramik won a high position due to the increased elasticity and excellent adhesion. Become a winner of the product prevented several factors. It dries longer than its competitors (48 hours). The tiler must have a certain dexterity, since the position of the tile can be changed only for 7 minutes.

The manufacturer recommends applying a layer of mortar with a thickness of 3-10 mm. It is worth noting the efficiency of the composition. Glue consumption at a layer of 1 mm is only 0.83 kg / sq. The properties of the seam after full drying are preserved in a wide range of temperatures (-50 ... + 70 ° С). The product has received a lot of positive feedback from professional tilers.

The best tile adhesive for underfloor heating

Many adhesives under the influence of heat dry up and crack. Therefore, when the device warm floor should select heat-resistant products. Experts advise to pay attention to the following compositions.

LITOFLEX K80

Rating: 4.9

The winner of our rating among tile adhesives for underfloor heating is LITOFLEX K80. Glue mix known firm Litokol intended for laying tiles inside and outside buildings. Due to its elasticity and good heat resistance, it is recommended to use it when installing heated floor coverings. Perfectly withstands glue and vertical loads. Scope of the material is quite wide. With it you can mount ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles and stone. And laying tile on a tile is allowed.

Experts note the greater thickness of the seam (15 mm), which allows the manufacturer. Dust-free composition is easily mixed with water, and the prepared solution can be worked out within 7-8 hours.

Mapei keraflex

Rating: 4.8

Popular adhesive composition from Italy Mapei Keraflex won recognition from the masters of decoration due to its excellent quality and versatility. The product was created on a cement base using a special technology called Dust Free (without dust). A lot of laudatory reviews can be read on the thematic forums regarding the composition. High strength adhesive mixture allows you to mount large-sized tile elements of ceramics, porcelain and natural stone. Good adhesion allows you to lay tiles on a variety of bases. And resistance to high temperature is appreciated by builders when building underfloor heating.

Inferior product to the winner in the maximum layer thickness (5 mm) and price. Glue has a moisture and frost resistance, which expands the scope of application.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase.Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.