Question 1

Why Birla White Tile Adhesives?

Accepted Answer

Birla White uses state-of-the-art technology and German-modified polymer technology to deliver best-in-class tile adhesives. Powered by the White Cement Advantage, these adhesives provide strong bonding with the substrate and long-lasting elegance to floors and walls.

Question 2

Is Tile Adhesive Better than Cement?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Birla White Tilestix tile adhesive is a better choice than cement for tile installation. Tile adhesives have specific properties that offer improved bonding, flexibility, and resistance to the tile installation that secures tile application. Birla White TileStix tile adhesives also ensure easy workability and provide a seamless result compared to traditional cement mortar.

Question 3

Why is TileStix Extero Grip+ Multipurpose adhesive?

Accepted Answer

TileStix Extero Grip+ is high polymers and cement based thin set adhesive which is mixed with water and used for tile/stone installation in internal and external areas. It can be used for tile-on-tile applications as well.

Question 4

Where can I use this adhesive?

Accepted Answer

You can use TileStix Extero Grip+ for internal and external areas like residential floors, walls to install ceramic/vitrified/glass mosaic tiles at any height. It can also be used in submerged areas like swimming pools. TileStix Extero Grip+ can be used in areas with high vibrations like escalators, lifts.

Question 5

How much water is to be mixed with TileStix Extero Grip+?

Accepted Answer

For 20 Kg bag of TileStix Extero Grip+, one needs 6 to 6.4 Liters of water. Mix water depending upon the consistency of mix required and ambient environmental conditions.

Question 6

What is the maximum size of tile that can be installed using TileStix Extero Grip+?

Accepted Answer

The maximum size of tile is 2400mm X 1800mm for installation with TileStix Extero Grip +.

Question 7

Can I use TileStix Extero Grip+ for external tile installations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For external tile installations, the thermal stresses are critical and would need adhesive to become accommodative to the movements arising from these stresses. TileStix Extero Grip+ has the ability to accommodate such movements.

Question 8

Can I install Natural stones using TileStix Extero Grip+?

Accepted Answer

Yes, TileStix Extero Grip+ can be used to fix Natural stones. It is white cement based adhesive and hence does not stain light coloured stones.

Question 9

If I want to use TileStix Extero Grip+ for internal/external wall tiling, what is the maximum height up to which I can install tiles?

Accepted Answer

You can install tiles at any height using TileStix Extero Grip+.

Question 10

Can I install Engineered stones/Agglomerates/Quartz using TileStix Extero Grip+?

Accepted Answer

If the Engineered stones/Agglomerates/Quartz stones have to be installed on floors, you may use TileStix Extero Grip+.

Question 11

My design of external wall does not provide for spacing between tiles. Can I proceed using TileStix Extero Grip+?

Accepted Answer

No. It is mandatory to have spacing between the tiles when installed on external façade or floors. The thermal movements are very high and spacers are must to accommodate such movements.

Question 12

What is the shelf life?

Accepted Answer

12 months for a sealed pack when stored under cover, out of direct sunlight, in damp-proof conditions, and protected from extreme temperatures.

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