Carry only one product onto the job site for virtually all applications with this versatile lightweight mortar that replaces mastic, multipurpose and medium bed mortars.
LATICRETE 255 MultiMax is reinforced with Kevlar for unmatched non-sag performance and adjustability of large format tile and stone on walls. Builds up to 3/4 (18 mm) without shrinkage for floors without any slump, sag or lippage. Incredibly lightweight consistency allows for easy troweling onto the substrate with minimal effort.
A 40 lb (18.2 kg) bag of LATICRETE 255 MultiMax provides the same coverage as a 50 lb (22.7 kg) bag of standard thin-set mortar. Mixes with water for maximum strength and performance. Inhibits the growth of stain-causing mold and mildew in substrates with Microban antimicrobial product protection.
40 lb bag
Approximate Coverage per 40 lb (18.2 kg) Bag:
* Wall - 105-120 ft2 (9.8-11.2 m2) with 3/16" (4.5 mm) v-notched trowel.
* Wall - 72-88 ft2 (6.7-8.2 m2) with 1/4" x 1/4" (6 mm x 6 mm) notched trowel.
* Wall - 48-58 ft2 (4.4-5.4 m2) with 1/4" x 3/8" (6 mm x 9 mm) notched trowel.
* Medium Bed - 36-44 ft2 (3.3-4.1 m2) with 1/2" x 1/2" (12 mm x 12 mm) notched trowel.
* Thin-Set - 80-98 ft2 (7.4-9.1 m2) with 1/4" x 1/4" (6 mm x 6 mm) notched trowel.
* Thin-Set - 54-66 ft2 (5.0-6.1 m2) with 1/4" x 3/8" (6 mm x 9 mm) notched trowel.
* Coverage will vary depending on trowel notch size, type and size of tile, and substrate.
Uses:
- For wall installations of interior and exterior ceramic tile, porcelain tile and stone.
- Can be used as a medium bed mortar for flooring installations.
- Ideal for showers, bathrooms and areas where mastic is used.
Advantages:
- Revolutionary patented formula for optimum performance.
- Inhibits the growth of stain-causing mold and mildew with Microban antimicrobial product protection.
- Reinforced with Kevlar for maximum strength and performance.
- Incredible non-sag performance, even with heavy tile.
- High coverage-15% more than conventional thin-sets.
- Lightweight mortar-very smooth and easy to trowel.
- Excellent medium bed performance, 3/4" (18 mm) thick without shrinkage.
- "Extra Heavy Service" rating per TCNA performance levels (RE: ASTM C627 Robinson Floor Test).
Suitable Substrates:
- Exterior glue plywood*
- Concrete
- Concrete block
- Ceramic tile
- Gypsum wallboard*
- Cement backer board**
- Masonry and brick
* Interior use only.
** Consult cement backer board manufacturer for specific installation recommendations and to verify acceptability for exterior use.
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