Keraply
Professional Latex Additive for Tile Mortar
Keraply is a professional-grade, acrylic latex admixture used to enhance the performance of MAPEI’s non-modified, dry-set mortars as well as Adesilex P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile mortar. As a highly recommended admixture, Keraply enhances bond strength, flexural strength, elongation and freeze/thaw durability.
FAQs
Which tile mortars are recommended for use over Mapelastic® AquaDefense?
MAPEI mortars for use over Mapelastic AquaDefense are: Ultraflex® LFT™, Ultraflex LFT Rapid, Ultraflex LHT®, Keraflex™ Plus, Ultraflex 1, Keraflex SG, Ultraflex LHT SG mixed with Keraply®, Adesilex™ P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile Mortar mixed with Keraply, MAPEI Ultralite™ Mortar and Kerapoxy® 410.
Is a non-modified mortar the same as a dry-set mortar?
Yes, there are several terms used to describe a cement-based tile mortar that does not contain any polymer, such as "unmodified," "non-modified" and "dry-set" mortar. MAPEI's Keraflor® does not contain polymer and is considered non-modified. If you add a liquid latex additive, such as MAPEI's Keraply®, to a non-modified mortar, it becomes modified.
Can MAPEI's Adesilex™ P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile Mortar be used with clear and translucent glass tile?
Yes, MAPEI's Adesilex P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile Mortar mixed with water or Keraply® is recommended for most types of clear, transparent and translucent glass tile.
Can MAPEI's Adesilex™ P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile Mortar be used with natural stone?
Yes, MAPEI's Adesilex P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile Mortar mixed with water or Keraply® is recommended for most installations of natural-stone mosaic as well as natural-stone tile up to 15" (38 cm) in length on any side.
Can Premium Mortar be used outside?
MAPEI's Premium Mortar for tile and stone should not be used for exterior installations. Polymer-modified, cement-based mortars that are generally recommended for installing tile outside include MAPEI's Ultraflex® LFT™ mortar, and MAPEI's Keraflor® mortar mixed with MAPEI's Keraply® additive.
Can Premium Mortar be used in a pool?
MAPEI's Premium Mortar should not be used in submerged applications, such as swimming pools. Use MAPEI's Adesilex™ P10 Mosaic & Glass Tile Mortar mixed with MAPEI's Keraply® additive.