Thinset products overview.
Mix
with water. Tintable, white base.
Suitable for most basic mosaic projects, excluding extreme 3D mosaics.
Provides good bond strength.
Available in Standard or Rapid Set options.
Suitable for both interior and exterior installations.
Laticrete 4237: Two-Part Component:
Enhances bond strength, flexibility, and water resistance.
Ideal for demanding mosaic installations, including extreme 3D, special effects, and mixed media.
Available in Rapid & Fast set options.
Options:
• Mix liquid latex additive with Laticrete #211 white, tintable dry powder thinset base.
• Mix with Laticrete
PermaColor sanded
grout for a customized thinset shade.
Suitable for both interior and exterior installations.
Laticrete #254 Platinum Thinset:
Mix with water. Tintable, white base.
Suitable for a wide range of
tesserae, including 3D and mixed media mosaics.
Offers strong bond strength, flexibility, and water resistance. Excellent for mosaic push-in method.
Suitable for both interior and exterior installations.
Laticrete Latapoxy #310: Epoxy paste. Two-Part Component:
Available in Standard & Rapid set options.
Putty shade when mixed, but tintable (sparingly). Only powdered
oxides. No
liquid oxides.
Superior bond strength and chemical resistance. Great for hard-to-glue items!
Mix in a 1:1 ratio, ensuring thorough mixing without streaks. Make small amounts often.
Suitable for both interior and exterior installations.
OzMosaic stocks high quality powdered
cement oxides.
Mix small batches of thinset so you don't waste the product.
Use mosaic baggies for ease of thinset use.
Clean up tools whilst fresh with water/detergent.
Book into an OzMosaics workshop to learn so much about thinset and mosaics!
In summary:
Choose Laticrete #335 for most projects.
Laticrete 4237 is ideal for demanding installations and custom shades.
Latapoxy 310 provides superior durability.
Laticrete #254 Platinum is suitable for 3D and versatile mosaics.
Consider factors like tile type, installation thickness, site conditions, substrate, tesserae, grout, and desired performance when selecting the right product.
Use powdered cement
oxides or high-quality pure paint tints for coloration. Avoid using paint as it can affect performance.
Wear appropriate safety gear (gloves, safety goggles, protective clothing, masks) when handling adhesives.
Visit Laticrete Australia website for detailed product information, specifications, safety guidelines, and usage instructions.
Visits to OzMosaics Studio are by appointment only. Ph 07 3847 4873
