Ardex X 32 Universal Rapid Setting and Drying Thin-to-Thick Bed Mortar (Gray) - 40 Lb. Bag
A rapid-setting, Portland cement-based, polymer-modified mortar with MICROTEC® and self-drying technologies, ARDEX X 32™ MICROTEC® Universal Rapid Setting and Drying Thin-to-Thick Bed Mortar is ideal for moisture-sensitive natural stone, marble and granite installations. It will not contribute to staining, discoloration or warping of natural stone tiles. ARDEX X 32 can be used as a thin to thick bed up to 1 1/4” (31.8 mm) thick and is excellent for use with agglomerate and ungauged stones that require various mortar depths. Even at a 1 ¼” (31.8 mm) thickness, ARDEX X 32 is ready for grout in just 3 hours, making it ideal for same day interior or exterior fast track installations. ARDEX X 32 can be used over exterior concrete and masonry surfaces and over common interior substrates, including concrete, masonry and exterior-grade plywood.
Key Features
- Fast setting – walk on and grout in 3 hours
- Use as a thin, medium or thick bed mortar, up to 1 1/4″ (32 mm)
- Ideal for use with moisture-sensitive stone, virtually eliminates staining, warping and discoloration
- Water repellent; for fast track swimming pool and wet area applications
- The ultimate mortar for interior and exterior ungauged stone applications
- Ideal for use with heavy and large format tiles
- Excellent sag resistance for walls and slump resistance for floors
- Easy to mix and apply; mixes using just water
- Ideal for rapid pre-smoothing of floors and walls prior to tiling
Standards
SystemOne
Microtec® Technology
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.4
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.11
Meets or exceeds ANSI 118.15
ISO Classification: ISO C2 FTE S1
Installation
Mixing Ratio:
5 3/4 – 6 1/2 quarts (5.5 – 6.1 L) of water per 40 lb. (18 kg) bag
*For smaller batches, use 3.25 parts powder to 1 part water by volume
Approximate Coverage per 40 lb. (18 kg) bag:
1/4” x 1/4” Sq. Notch trowel; 80 sq. ft. (7.4 sq. m)
1/4” x 3/8” x 1/4” Sq. Notch trowel; 60 sq. ft. (5.5 sq. m)
1/2” x 1/2” Sq. Notch trowel; 40 sq. ft. (3.7 sq. m)
Performance
Open Time: Up to 20 minutes
Pot Life: Approx. 1 hour
Adjustment Time: Approx. 20 – 30 minutes
Time to Grout: 3 hours
Colors: Gray, White
VOC: 0
Packaging: 40 lb. (18 kg) bag
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area. Do not leave bags exposed to sun.
Shelf Life: 1 year, if unopened
Warranty: ARDEX
