Installation of large format ceramic tiles

Two versatile adhesives, manufactured by Instarmac Group plc, have assisted the speedy and successful installation of large format ceramic tiles.

Two versatile adhesives, manufactured by Tamworth based Instarmac Group plc, have assisted the speedy and successful installation of large format ceramic tiles at a trendy new fish and chip bar, being built as part of the new development at Dickens Heath, Solihull.

Dickens Heath is fast developing into one of the foremost and innovative village projects the UK.

During the past ten years the hamlet has been transformed from a very diminutive and quiet parish, into one that is now very popular.

As well as the new fish and chip bar, a number of other new developments are happening in the locality, which despite being much sought after, is still managing to retain its original charm and character.

The finish to the floors and walls of the new fish and chip bar were required to a very high standard.

In addition, contractor Ceramic Tile Supplies of Stirchley, Birmingham, had to work to a tight deadline.

Since the tiles selected for the shop fitting were very large, their size and weight demanded adhesives with the capability of providing high initial grab in order to prevent slippage.

The large format ceramic tiles chosen for the wall areas were fixed using UltraProStick HG, a ready mixed acrylic wall tile adhesive for interior use.

Its unique properties make it ideal for fixing ceramic, glass and mosaic tiles to most building substrates.

UltraProStick HG is specifically formulated to have 'high grab', non-slip qualities, which allow the speedy application of large format tiles.

Once the wall tiles were in place, UltraProRapid RS, a rapid set high strength wall and floor tile adhesive was used to fix the porcelain floor tiles.

This versatile adhesive fixes natural stone, porcelain and ceramic tiles and is ideal for applications where exceptional bond strength and rapid setting are essential.

Further information concerning the Dickens Heath project can be obtained from The Instarmac Group plc.

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