ARDEX TRADE EVENT CORK 2026

The Ultimate Showcase for Flooring & Tiling Professionals

📍 Location: SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Cork
📅 Date: Thursday, 26th March
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

What’s On The Agenda?
Live Product Training & Demos: Get hands-on with the latest innovations from industry-leading brands including:

ARDEX | BAL | DUNLOP | GUTJAHR | WEDI

Approved C.P.D. Seminars
Gain valuable Continuing Professional Development credits throughout the day.

CPD Times

Ardex 10.30am

BAL 1pm

Wedi 6pm

Networking & Support
Meet the Ardex technical and sales teams for expert project advice.

Perks for Attending

🍔 Free food & beverages served all day
🎁 Exciting giveaways & prizes

In tile and stone installation, speed and reliability are key. ARDEX 4×4 FAST Grey is a thin-bed cement-based adhesive designed to deliver high performance for both indoor and outdoor applications, on floors and walls.

What Is ARDEX 4×4 FAST Grey?

It’s a grey powder adhesive composed of cement, mineral fillers, synthetic resins, and selected additives. When mixed with water, it forms a smooth, flexible, fast-setting mortar suitable for a wide range of tile types and substrates.

Key Features

⚡ Fast Setting

Open time: 30 minutes
Working time: 70–90 minutes
Ready for grouting within a few hours

🧱 Versatile Use

Suitable for ceramic, porcelain, vitrified mosaics, and moisture-insensitive natural stone
Compatible with underfloor heating systems
For interior and exterior, wall and floor applications

🛠️ Adjustable Consistency

Can be mixed to a thixotropic consistency (for walls) or semi-fluid (for floors)
Recommended mix: 7–8 litres of water per 25kg bag

🌧️ Water and Weather Resistant

Ideal for wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, terraces, and balconies
Compatible with waterproofing systems like ARDEX WPC

Substrate Preparation

ARDEX 4×4 FAST adheres to dry or damp substrates that are solid, load-bearing, and free of contaminants. For special substrates:

Gypsum or anhydrite: use ARDEX P51 primer
Non-porous surfaces: use ARDEX P82 (indoors) or ARDEX P4 (existing tiles)

Why Professionals Choose It

Time-saving: fast setting allows quicker progression to grouting
Easy to apply: smooth handling and excellent adhesion
Certified quality: complies with EN 12004 and EN 12002
Manufactured under ISO 9001 standards

Where to Buy
ARDEX 4×4 FAST Grey is available through official distributors across Ireland.

When it comes to preparing floors for tiling or other finishes, achieving a smooth, level surface is essential. Enter BAL Level Plus—a rapid-setting, high-performance levelling compound that offers unmatched versatility and reliability for both domestic and commercial projects.

What Is BAL Level Plus?

BAL Level Plus is a unique 1-part or 2-part cementitious levelling compound designed to deliver super-smooth results across a wide range of substrates. Whether you’re working on concrete, screeds, vinyl, or even heated floors, BAL Level Plus adapts to your needs.

1-Part Mix: Just add water for standard installations.
2-Part Mix: Combine with BAL Level Plus Liquid (latex additive) for enhanced performance on more challenging surfaces.

Key Features & Benefits

✅ Flexible Application

1-Part (Water Mix): Ideal for concrete, cement:sand screeds, terrazzo, quarry tiles, and old tile adhesive residues.
2-Part (Latex Mix): Perfect for bitumen, asphalt, underfloor heating, glazed tiles, vinyl (excluding LVT), and use under damp proof membranes (DPMs).

✅ Fast-Track Installation

Pot life: 25 minutes
Ready for tiling: 2–3 hours
Foot traffic: after 2 hours
Soft floor coverings: after 24 hours

✅ Depth Versatility

Standard bed depth: 2–12mm (1-part) or 2–10mm (2-part)
Can be built up to 30mm with aggregate

✅ Superior Finish

Excellent flow and self-healing properties
Suitable for spike-rolling
Achieves SR1 surface regularity (±3mm over 2m straight edge)

✅ Durability

Temperature resistance: -30°C to 100°C (cured)
Compressive strength: >20N/mm²
Flexural strength: >6–7N/mm² depending on mix

Where Can You Use It?

BAL Level Plus is suitable for:

Ceramic, porcelain, and mosaic tiles
Natural stone
Vinyl, linoleum, carpet
Wooden flooring (parquet, laminates)
Resilient flooring and certain floor paints

Note: Not suitable for exterior use, total immersion areas (e.g., swimming pools), or as a wearing surface.

Why Choose BAL Level Plus?

According to Alex Underwood, Head of Marketing at BAL:

“BAL Level Plus is a perfect solution for tilers and contractors. It gives the option of a really good 1-part leveller for most subfloors, but for problematic floors, they can mix Level Plus with the latex liquid for enhanced performance.”

This flexibility means you only need one product to tackle a wide variety of levelling challenges—saving time, money, and hassle on-site.

Stick Anything to Anything – Introducing BAL Universal Sealant and Adhesive.

At Ardex Building Products Ireland, we’re excited to launch a true game-changer for the construction and tiling industries – the new BAL Universal Sealant and Adhesive. Designed for maximum versatility, this multi-purpose hybrid sealant is perfect for virtually any job, bonding almost every building material – even underwater.

With its high initial tack and impressive bond strength, BAL Universal Sealant and Adhesive is the ideal choice for sealing and fixing a wide range of components, including pipework, shower trays, mirrors, sanitary ware, soap holders, skirting boards, dado rails, and more. Whether you’re working on a domestic bathroom refurbishment or a large-scale commercial fit-out, this product delivers consistent, high-performance results.

What sets BAL Universal Sealant apart is not just its strength and flexibility, but its reliability in wet conditions. It’s fully compatible with BAL Waterproof 1C as part of an EAD-certified waterproofing system, ensuring compliance with NHBC and Homebond standards for new-build wet areas – an essential for specifiers and contractors alike.

BAL Universal Sealant eliminates the need for multiple adhesives and sealants on-site. One product does it all – cutting down on waste, saving time, and simplifying installations. It’s ready to use straight from the cartridge and adheres effortlessly to most surfaces without the need for primers.

From fixing accessories to critical waterproofing detailing, BAL Universal Sealant and Adhesive is the go-to solution for installers who want reliability, strength, and total flexibility.

One tube. Endless possibilities.

Available now from ARDEX Building Products Ireland.

At ARDEX Building Products Ireland, we’re proud to introduce the IndorTec® THERM-E – a next-generation electric underfloor heating system designed to offer exceptional performance, speed of installation, and energy efficiency. Whether you’re working on a bathroom renovation or a full wet room design, THERM-E makes it easier than ever to combine comfort, durability, and time-saving installation in one solution.

The standout feature of IndorTec® THERM-E lies in its smart engineering. The system boasts a perfectly flat carrier mat, which makes it incredibly quick and simple to lay. Its unique open structure and 38% fewer air cavities compared to traditional systems ensure heat is delivered faster and more efficiently. Because the heating cables are fully embedded in the adhesive without any gaps, the floor surface warms up quickly and evenly.

But the innovation doesn’t stop there. THERM-E isn’t just a heating solution – it also functions as a high-load bonded decoupling layer and waterproofing membrane, making it ideal for wet room installations. The system’s sleeveless connecting technology and uniform cable cross-section ensure easy laying and long-term reliability.

Tilers and installers will particularly appreciate the time-saving advantages. The precise geometry of the mat prevents kinks in the cable and allows grouting to be completed with just “one wipe” – cutting down on labour without compromising quality.

To make things even easier, IndorTec® THERM-E is available as a complete set, including the heating mat, cables, thermostat, and all necessary conduits. 3 options depending on size of area.

Whether you’re specifying for residential or commercial projects, ARDEX IndorTec® THERM-E brings efficiency, simplicity, and superior performance to every floor. Full BAL and ARDEX systems are available on top whether your laying tiles , timber flooring or vinyl.

For more information, contact the ARDEX Ireland team or visit our website today.

When installing a walk-in shower on timber floors, stability, waterproofing, and ease of installation are crucial. Ardex Ireland offers the ideal solution with Wedi Fundo Rioligno (25/54mm) and Fundo Ligno Plus (23/44mm) – both designed for seamless, flush-to-floor integration. Combined with the Wedi Fundo Sealing Set and Wedi 610 adhesive, these systems provide a 100% waterproof and secure shower base, ensuring long-term performance.

Fundo Rioligno: Ideal for Timber Subfloorsand has a Linear drain

Designed for direct installation on timber floors, Fundo Rioligno eliminates the need for additional reinforcement. At 25mm thick (54mm including falls), it integrates smoothly into timber constructions, maintaining floor height consistency.

Benefits:

✔ No additional reinforcement required

✔ Integrated drain technology for fast, efficient water removal

✔ Pre-sloped surface – no extra levelling needed

✔ Lightweight yet robust for easy installation

Fundo Ligno Plus: Slim & Versatile

For projects requiring a thinner profile, Fundo Ligno Plus offers a 23mm thick board (44mm including falls), making it ideal for renovations and areas with height restrictions.

Why Choose Fundo Ligno Plus?

✔ Ultra-low height – perfect for retrofit projects

✔ Fully waterproof – no additional sealing required

✔ Compatible with tiles

✔ Strong and stable – long-lasting performance

Enhanced Waterproofing with Wedi Fundo Sealing Set & Wedi 610

When connecting to the Wedi Building board or another tillable surface , ensure a completely watertight system, use the Wedi Fundo Sealing Set with Wedi 610 adhesive. This combination creates a secure, permanently waterproof seal at all joints and connections, guaranteeing a leak-free, durable installation.

For more details on these innovative shower solutions, contact Ardex Ireland today!

ARDEX, in collaboration with leading brands like BAL, Wedi, and Gutjahr, is hosting the Ireland Tiling Open Day on Tuesday, October 15th at our Ballycoolin location in Blanchardstown, Dublin. This event is the perfect opportunity for professionals and enthusiasts alike to explore the latest in tiling technology, get hands-on with new products, and engage with industry experts.

Date: Tuesday, October 15th

Time: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Breakfast starts at 7:30 AM, Lunch from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM)

Location: Ballycoolin, Blanchardstown, Dublin, D15 VN36

Admission: Free

The Ireland Tiling Open Day is packed with valuable sessions and activities, making it a must-attend for anyone in the industry. Here’s a sneak peek at what we have in store for you:

1. Grout & Adhesive Q&A Clinics

Whether you’re dealing with challenging projects or just curious about the best practices, our Q&A clinics are the place to get your questions answered. Learn directly from the experts about grout and adhesive selection, application techniques, and troubleshooting.

2. Product Innovation Stations

Discover cutting-edge innovations from leading brands like BAL, Wedi, and Gutjahr. These stations will showcase the latest products designed to improve efficiency, durability, and aesthetics in tiling and construction projects.

3. Live Product Demos and Applications

Seeing is believing! Watch live demonstrations to gain a better understanding of how to use new products effectively. Our experts will showcase the proper use of tools, materials, and installation techniques.

4. RIAI Accredited CPD’s

For professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and qualifications, we offer RIAI Accredited CPD sessions. This is a great chance to learn about and discuss professional development points while deepening your understanding of industry standards.

5. Warehouse Tours

Ever wondered how our warehouse operates? Join one of our guided tours to get a behind-the-scenes look at our state-of-the-art facilities, storage solutions, and logistics.

6. Brand Loyalty Deals and Product Sampling

Take advantage of exclusive event-only deals on a wide range of products. Additionally, there will be opportunities to sample new products, so you can experience their quality firsthand.

7. Networking and Industry Insights

This event isn’t just about products – it’s about people too! Meet like-minded professionals, share experiences, and hear from some of the leading voices in the industry. Guest speakers will provide insights on current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the tiling and building products sector.

The Ireland Tiling Open Day is more than just a showcase; it’s a platform for learning, networking, and growth. Here’s why you should join us:

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, the ARDEX Building Products Ireland Tiling Open Day is an event you don’t want to miss. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 15th, and come ready to learn, connect, and grow.

For more information or to confirm your attendance, feel free to reach out to us. We look forward to seeing you there!