ARDEX PU 30: A Versatile Primer and for a Range of Substrates from ARDEX Building Products
ARDEX PU 30 is a high-performance, single-component polyurethane primer designed for a variety of applications in flooring and surface preparation. Known for its versatility and ease of use, this product is ideal for professional flooring contractors . With its quick-drying formula and reworkable properties, this polyurethane primer offers excellent adhesion and moisture protection for a range of substrates.
Key Benefits of ARDEX PU 30
ARDEX PU 30 is a ready-to-use, single-component primer that is both water- and solvent-free, making it an eco-friendly choice for projects requiring minimal environmental impact. It boasts EMICODE EC1 PLUS certification, ensuring it has very low emissions for improved indoor air quality. The primer’s quick-drying nature allows for reworking within just one hour, enabling faster project turnaround.
The product’s unique formulation penetrates deeply into substrates to block capillary moisture, preventing the effects of residual moisture from compromising floor finishes. This makes it an excellent choice for use on both absorbent and non-absorbent surfaces, including concrete, cement screeds, calcium sulphate screeds, and even old mastic asphalt floors.
Wide Range of Applications
ARDEX PU 30 serves multiple functions, including acting as a barrier against excessive residual moisture in cement screeds and concrete floors (up to 6 CM-% and 98 rH%). It can also be used as a consolidator for sore edge zones on absorbent substrates like calcium sulphate or cement screeds. Additionally, it provides an effective primer for moisture-sensitive surfaces, such as chipboard, OSB, gypsum fibre boards, and even old ceramic tiles or terrazzo floors.
This versatile primer is especially valuable when working with underfloor heating systems, as it provides moisture protection up to 3 CM-% and 85 rH% in cement screeds. It’s also ideal for priming before applying parquet flooring with ARDEX reaction adhesives.
In summary, ARDEX PU 30 is a reliable and efficient primer that ensures a stable foundation for a wide range of flooring applications, offering superior moisture control and substrate consolidation.
ARDEX Products are delighted to introduce the BAL Micromax Grout-Effect Sealant, a unique high-performance, ready-to-use sealant that offers a grout-like finish with built-in Microban antimicrobial protection. Ideal for both walls and floors, this innovative sealant is designed to meet the needs of any tiling project, providing a textured, matt-finish that perfectly matches your Micromax3 ECO Grout colour. Perfect for expansion joint oppose to using metal profiles that stand out.
What sets the BAL Micromax Grout-Effect Sealant apart is its advanced silicone technology, offering exceptional adhesion for sealing between tiles and a variety of surfaces, such as sanitary ware, acrylic, fiberglass, glass, glazed tiles, porcelain, and even painted surfaces. Waterproof and highly durable, it is suitable for both dry and wet environments, indoors and outdoors. Whether you are working on a bathroom, kitchen, or exterior project, this versatile sealant ensures a seamless, professional finish.
In addition to its superior performance, the Micromax Grout-Effect Sealant includes built-in antimicrobial protection, defending against black mould, mildew, and bacteria. Its long-lasting durability makes it perfect for both commercial and domestic settings, offering a reliable seal unaffected by UV radiation, weathering, or immersion in water. For flawless perimeter and movement joints, internal corners, and more, this product is the ideal choice for any professional or DIY project.
ARDEX Building Products Ireland is proud to provide to the Irish tiling market the full range of Dunlop Tile Adhesives, Primers, Grouts, and Silicones. Manufactured by Building Adhesives Limited, Dunlop products are synonymous with high-quality, professional-grade materials for the building and construction industries. From tile grouts and adhesives to tiling preparation products and silicone sealants, Dunlop delivers top-tier solutions that ensure projects are completed to the highest standard—done right the first time.
Whether you’re working on a commercial or domestic project, Dunlop’s comprehensive product range guarantees durability, performance, and ease of use. Their adhesives and grouts are formulated to provide strong bonds and long-lasting finishes, while their primers and silicone sealants offer robust preparation and sealing solutions. Designed with both professionals and DIYers in mind, Dunlop’s products are the go-to choice for reliable and high-performance tiling systems.
Training & Resources
In addition to its high-quality products, Dunlop and ARDEX Ireland also provides extensive support for the tiling and flooring industry. Offering a wide range of training courses, programs, and events, Dunlop ensures that both customers and trade professionals stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.
On-Site Support
For additional hands-on support, ARDEX Ireland’s field-based teams, including Area Sales Managers, Training, Technical Support, and Specification Teams, are available for site visits, branch queries, screed tests, and more. Their goal is to ensure that your projects run smoothly from start to finish.
For more information on Dunlop tiling products and services, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today on +353 1 880 9210 or info@ardexbuildingproducts.ie
A unique high-performance ready-to-use grout-effect sealant with built-in Microban antimicrobial protection for walls and floors new from ARDEX Building Products Ireland. The new grout-effect silicone technology provides a textured, grout-effect, matt-finish for perimeter and movement joints. Waterproof with excellent adhesion, it is perfect for sealing between tiles and other surfaces including sanitary, acrylic, fibreglass, glass, glazed tiles, porcelain and painted surfaces in dry and wet interior and exterior environments.
BAL MICROMAX GROUT-EFFECT SEALANT is the perfect finishing product for your project when you are looking for seamless movement and perimeter joints, internal corners and more to match your chosen Micromax3 ECO Grout colour. Colour-matched to our Micromax3 ECO grouts, Micromax Grout-Effect silicone sealant offers excellent bond unaffected by weathering, UV radiation and immersion in water. Built-in anti-microbial protection protects against black mould, mildew and bacteria and is perfect for any commercial or domestic environment. Contact your local BAL stockist throughout Ireland for more information about BAL MICROMAX GROUT-EFFECT SEALANT.
BAL Green Screed Adhesive is a polymer-modified, cement-based, flexible tile adhesive for newly laid floors. It is designed specifically for fast-track tiling on recently laid screeds/concrete and on low porosity substrates.
– Coverage: Approximately 3.45m2
-Setting time: 24 hours
-Suitability: Suitable for use in internal and external areas and in both wet and dry environments
-Water resistant
-Frost resistant
-Ideal for use in swimming pools
-Can be used when fixing ceramic tiles, porcelain and fully vitrified tiles, natural stone, terrazzo, rigid foam insulating materials, and brick slips
-Allows for fast track floor tile installation at 20°C (New concrete – after 7 days, New cement/sand screed – after 24 hours
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The ARDEX DS 101 is a groundbreaking uncoupling mat designed to provide unparalleled protection for floor tiling systems. This innovative product is engineered to shield floor tiles from the damages typically caused by problematic substrates, ensuring a long-lasting and durable finish.
One of the standout features of the ARDEX DS 101 is its efficiency in adhesive usage. It requires 20% less adhesive compared to traditional cavity mats, making it a cost-effective and environmentally friendly option for tiling projects. Moreover, its fast-track installation capability allows for immediate tiling, significantly reducing project timelines.
Weighing in at a mere 1mm thick, the ARDEX DS 101 is both lightweight and incredibly easy to cut and install. This makes it an ideal choice for a variety of settings, from domestic renovations to commercial applications. Its suitability for underfloor heating systems adds to its versatility, ensuring it meets the demands of modern flooring requirements.
The ARDEX DS 101 is specifically designed to accommodate lateral movement in tile installations, which is essential for floors that experience limited movement. When used in conjunction with recommended ARDEX flexible cementitious or flooring adhesives, it effectively mitigates tension stresses between the substrate and the flooring. This capability is crucial in preventing reflective cracking caused by shrinkage, board joints, and lateral movement.
This mat can be stuck down by a flexible tile adhesive from ARDEX or if the substrate conditions are correct we can use a flooring adhesive like ARDEX Universal 2365 .
Ideal for the installation of ceramic and porcelain tiles, natural stone, and concrete pavers, the ARDEX DS 101 excels in both renovation and new construction projects. It is suitable for internal flooring in a wide range of settings, including domestic and commercial areas subject to medium to heavy-duty use. Additionally, it is perfect for bathroom and kitchen areas, and its compatibility with heated and timber floors further highlights its adaptability.
In summary, the ARDEX DS 101 uncoupling mat offers a robust solution for floor tiling systems, ensuring a smooth, crack-free, and long-lasting installation across various applications.
This mat is also included in the ARDEX group system 10 year warranty.
When it comes to waterproofing solutions for wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchens, ARDEX and BAL offer a comprehensive range of tanking systems designed to ensure long-lasting protection against water damage. Let’s explore some of the options available from both brands, including BAL Tank It, BAL 1C, ARDEX WPC Kit, ARDEX SK 100 W Tricom Sheet, and Wedi Wall Tools Sealing Set.
BAL Tank It is a popular choice for waterproofing substrates before tiling. This tanking system consists of a polymer liquid and cement powder , and scrim tape, providing a robust barrier against water penetration. It’s suitable for both walls and floors, offering peace of mind in areas prone to moisture.
BAL 1C is a single-component, flexible waterproofing membrane designed to provide excellent adhesion and flexibility. It can be applied to various substrates, including concrete and plasterboard, offering versatility in wet area applications. BAL 1C is particularly effective in areas with movement, ensuring durable waterproofing solutions around corners and joints.
The ARDEX WPC Kit offers a comprehensive solution for waterproofing showers, bathrooms, and wet rooms. It comprises a two-component waterproofing membrane known for its flexibility and mix ratio ability . The kit also includes reinforcing tape, ensuring complete waterproofing coverage, even in challenging areas.
ARDEX SK 100 W Tricom Sheet is a flexible waterproofing membrane that offers excellent durability and resistance to water ingress. It features a unique tricom structure for enhanced strength and stability, making it suitable for high-stress areas such as domestic and commercial wet areas inside and out .
Wedi Wall Tools Sealing Set – The Wedi Wall Tools Sealing Set provides all the necessary components to create watertight seals around pipes, corners, and joints in wet areas. This set includes sealing tape, sealing adhesive, and sealing collars, ensuring comprehensive waterproofing when used with Wedi building boards.
Last but not least , there’s the Wedi board itself , a waterproof building material, pairs seamlessly with Wedi 610 adhesive and sealant. This combination ensures a robust and watertight construction, perfect for wet areas like bathrooms and showers. Together, they offer durability, ease of installation, and long-lasting protection against moisture.
In conclusion, whether you opt for ARDEX or BAL tanking systems, you can trust in their quality and reliability to safeguard your wet areas against water damage. From flexible membranes to self-adhesive sheets and sealing sets, these solutions offer versatility and durability for all your waterproofing needs.
ARDEX offers a range of high-quality self-leveling underlayments designed to prepare subfloors for the installation of floor coverings. Among these options are ARDEX K 40 HB, ARDEX K 40 Flow, and ARDEX K 55 Fast. Each product has unique characteristics tailored to specific flooring needs.
ARDEX K40 HB is a high-build, fibre reinforced leveling compound suitable for use on interior concrete, cement, and more . It is specially formulated to provide a smooth and level surface, Applications up to 5mm can receive resilient floorcoverings, including timber, after 6 hours, and thicker applications up to 40mm after 48 hours. Ceramic floor tiles can be fixed 2 hours after application.
Apply most floorcoverings after 12 hours
Receives light foot traffic in as little as 2 hours
Excellent flow and application properties
Can be used on heated screeds. This product offers excellent flow properties and can be applied from feather edge to 40mm in thickness in a single pour.
ARDEX K40 Flow is a self-leveling compound with enhanced flow properties, making it ideal for larger surface areas and projects where rapid installation is required. It is designed to achieve a smooth, flat finish and can be applied from 2 to 20mm in thickness. ARDEX K40 Flow offers extended working time, allowing for easier handling and application.
Walkable in as little as 2 hours
ARDEX K55 Fast is a rapid-setting self-leveling compound designed for time-sensitive projects where fast-track installation is essential. It sets quickly, allowing floor coverings to be installed in as little as six hours, minimizing downtime and allowing for faster project completion. ARDEX K55 Fast offers excellent flow properties and can be applied from feather edge to 10mm in a single application. Can be walked on as little as 30mins and can receive floor coverings after 60mins at 20 degrees .
In summary, while ARDEX K40 HB, ARDEX K40 Flow, and ARDEX K55 Fast are all self-leveling compounds designed to prepare subfloors, they differ in their flow properties, setting times, and suitability for various project requirements. ARDEX K40 HB offers high build and reliability, ARDEX K40 Flow provides enhanced flow properties for larger areas, and ARDEX K55 Fast ensures rapid installation for time-sensitive projects. By choosing the right Ardex product, contractors and installers can achieve optimal results while meeting the specific needs of their flooring projects.
When it comes to construction, time is of the essence, and ARDEX has once again raised the bar with the introduction of ARDEX K55 Fast in Ireland. This latest addition to the Levelling & Smoothing Compound range is not just an innovation; it’s a revolution in efficiency and performance.
1. Superior Levelling Performance ARDEX K55 Fast boasts exceptional levelling capabilities, allowing professionals to achieve a smooth and even surface effortlessly. From feather edges to 10mm in a single application, this compound simplifies the levelling process, reducing the need for multiple layers.
2. Rapid Hardening for Quick Results Time is money, and ARDEX K55 Fast understands the urgency of construction projects. With rapid hardening properties, this compound accelerates the drying process, allowing for walking on the surface in just 30 minutes. This feature not only speeds up the workflow but also enhances overall project timelines.
3. Swift Installation of Floorcoverings ARDEX K55 Fast doesn’t just stop at rapid drying; it takes the efficiency a step further by enabling the installation of floorcoverings in as little as 60 minutes at 20°C. This means that your projects can progress swiftly, meeting deadlines without compromising on quality.
4. Single Application Convenience Say goodbye to tedious layering. ARDEX K55 Fast allows application from a feather edge up to 10mm in one go. This not only saves time but also simplifies the process, making it user-friendly for both seasoned professionals and those newer to the trade.
5. Excellent Flow and Surface Finish Quality matters, and ARDEX K55 Fast delivers excellence in both flow and surface finish. Achieve a flawless result with ease, eliminating the need for patching or rubbing down the next day. The smooth and consistent finish ensures a polished look for your projects.
In conclusion, ARDEX K55 Fast is more than just a levelling and smoothing compound, it’s a catalyst for efficiency and excellence in construction projects across Ireland.
Its rapid hardening, single-application convenience, and superior performance set a new standard in the industry.
Embrace the future of construction with ARDEX K55 Fast and experience a transformative approach to levelling and smoothing compounds. Your projects deserve the best, and ARDEX delivers precisely that.
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Roadstone FlowPlus is the next generation self-levelling cementitious screed developed using the latest technology from KNOPP CHEMIE, part of the ARDEX Group.
This collaboration by the market leaders in cement technology offers a fast-track system and quality assurance, from the initial screed installation through to the final floor finishes. This unique product is extensively supported by the Ardex / Roadstone technical teams both in terms of moisture testing, specification and product support. Roadstone FlowPlus is an all-in-one admixture based on highest quality raw materials.
This multi-component admixture inherits state of the art technology that permits exceptional screeds of outstanding performance due to significantly reduced shrinkage properties and best stability resulting from highest rheology to realise a perfect surface. Roadstone FlowPlus screeds are suitable for all residential and commercial floors carrying internal pedestrian traffic to IS.EN.13813 and installed to BS8204 Codes of Practice These screeds can be installed in all kinds of buildings, ranging from old to new, in apartment buildings, schools, sports halls, shopping centres and industrial buildings. Knopp screeds fulfil the German DGNB criteria and achieve A+ for sustainability and low voc’s
Roadstone Flowplus screed emerges as a game-changer in the construction industry, offering a revolutionary solution for floor screeding. This innovative product from Roadstone has gained widespread recognition for its advanced properties and its ability to streamline the screeding process.
One of the standout features of Roadstone Flowplus is its self-levelling capability. This means that when properly applied, the screed automatically levels itself, creating a smooth and even surface. This eliminates the need for extensive manual levelling, saving both time and labor costs during construction projects. The self-levelling nature of Flowplus ensures that the finished floors meet the highest standards of flatness and evenness.
Efficiency is a key hallmark of Roadstone Flowplus screed. Its unique formulation allows for rapid installation, significantly reducing construction timelines. The quick-drying nature of the screed means that subsequent construction activities can commence sooner, accelerating project completion. This time-saving aspect makes Flowplus a preferred choice for both large-scale commercial projects and smaller residential developments.
The versatility of Roadstone Flowplus is another factor contributing to its popularity. It is suitable for use with various floor coverings, including tiles, carpets, and wood, offering flexibility in design choices. This adaptability makes Flowplus an ideal solution for a wide range of construction applications.
Beyond its practical advantages, Roadstone Flowplus is designed with sustainability in mind. The screed’s low environmental impact, coupled with its compliance with relevant industry standards, positions it as a responsible choice for eco-conscious construction projects.
In conclusion, Roadstone Flowplus screed sets a new standard in the construction industry with its self-levelling efficiency, time-saving properties, versatility, and commitment to sustainability. As the demand for high-performance and environmentally responsible construction materials grows, Flowplus stands out as a reliable and forward-thinking solution for achieving top-quality, level floors in a variety of construction settings.
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