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Description for Bostik D-5 Mortar
Extremely durable; used vertically or horizontally; for residential to heavy commercial applications.Note: This material has been discontinued. Please view the Comparable Materials tab or call us at (262) 293-7970 for additional help.
Application Type Bond 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Substrate Ceramic, Cement, PlyWood, Concrete, Vinyl, Dimension stone tiles, Wood, Granite, Slate, Glazed Wall Tile , Porcelain Tile , Quarry Tile Manufacturer Bostik Chemistry vinyl/VCT Application Method Notched trowel Cure Method Air dry Color Limestone, Limestone -
Technical Data for Bostik D-5 Mortar
Overview
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Application Type
- Adhesive - Bond
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Industry
- Industrial - Drains, Posts, Sheets, Tiles
- Construction - Floors, Walls
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Chemistry
- Other - vinyl/VCT
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Application Method
- Spatula/Trowel - Notched trowel
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Cure Method
- Room Temperature / Air Dry - Air dry
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Color
- Gray - Limestone
- Off-White - Limestone
Specifications
Bond Strength
Shear Strength (psi) 470, 504, 370, 175, 200, 300, 225 Test Method Compressive Strength (psi) 3,200 Test Method Hardness
Flexibility Flexible -
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Best Practices for Bostik D-5 Mortar
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Surface Preparation
Surface must be clean, dry and smooth
free of voids, projections, loose materials, oil, grease, sealers, curing compounds, waxes and all other surface contaminants that may inhibit proper bond.
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Application
Apply a thin coat of DURABOND D-5 Premium Thin-Set Mortar with the flat edge of trowel to achieve a good mechanical bond to the substrate. Comb additional mortar with the appropriate size notched trowel. If any evidence of skinning or setting occurs, re-comb mortar with notched trowel. Apply mortar to an area no greater than can be tiled in 20 to 30 minutes. Apply using a twisting motion into a fresh bed of mortar to ensure maximum contact and bond. Periodically check back of tile to ensure proper transfer (interior applications-minimum 80% coverage
exterior, wet, or plywood applications-minimum 95% coverage). A finished mortar bed thickness of 3/32" to 1/8" is required.
See Vendor technical data sheet for more information.
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Mixing
Using a slow speed mixer (<150 rpm), mix 5 to 6 quarts of clean potable water, or 6 to 7 quarts of DURABOND D-L16 High Strength or D-L36 Flexible Mortar Additive, to 50 pounds of DURABOND D-5 Premium Thin-Set Mortar. Mix to creamy consistency. Allow mixture to stand 15 minutes, and re-mix prior to application. Do not re-temper by adding more liquid.
For installations over plywood, sheet vinyl/VCT, approved membranes, exterior applications, or when setting porcelain tile, DURABOND D-5 Premium Thin-Set Mortar must be mixed with DURABOND D-L16 High Strength or DURABOND D-L36 Flexible Mortar Additive.
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Curing
Keep all foot traffic off the installation until tile is firmly set (approximately 12 hours). Set times are dependent upon temperature and humidity.
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Clean-Up
Clean all tools and equipment with soap and water. Do not allow material to dry on surface of tile.
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Set Time Test Methods
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Work / Pot Time Test Methods
Work / Pot Time | Temperature |
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Compressive Strength Test Methods
Compressive Strength | Test Time |
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3,200 psi | 0.00 min |
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength | Substrate | Test Time | Test Method |
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470 psi | Porcelain Tile | 0.00 sec | w/D-L16, ANSI REQ 200 |
504 psi | Glazed Wall Tile | 0.00 sec | w/D-L16, ANSI REQ 300 |
370 psi | Quarry Tile | 0.00 sec | w/D-L16 |
175 psi | Quarry to Wood | 0.00 sec | w/D-L16, ANSI REQ 150 |
200 psi | Porcelain Tile | 0.00 sec | w/water, ANSI REQ 200 |
300 psi | Glazed Wall Tile | 0.00 sec | w/water, ANSI REQ 300 |
225 psi | Quarry Tile | 0.00 sec | w/water |