Specific and volumetric weight of different types of adhesive per 1 m²

Specific weight of different types of adhesive per 1 m²

Construction work involves the use of various structures; some of them need to be fixed with a high-quality installation material — adhesive. Each material requires its own type of substance to ensure a strong bond. The most popular construction adhesives are:

• Tile adhesive
• Epoxy adhesive
• PVA adhesive
• Adhesive for porcelain stoneware

Functional features and weight of tile adhesive

Modern design very often uses tiles as additional interior elements, both indoors and for building cladding. The market can offer many options for tiles and mosaics. In order for tile masonry to last a long time, specialized adhesive substances should be used instead of the usual mortar.

Adhesive mixtures are available in a wide range. Their variety is determined by the functions they are able to perform:

• Ability to work in wet rooms
• Work with materials at low and high temperatures (external finishing or fireplaces)
• Ability to quickly fix elements to prevent slipping and sliding
• Ability to adjust the correct position of the element

For a quality result, it is necessary to choose the right product and determine the required quantity. The specific weight of adhesive varies from 1.3 to 1.35 g/cm³, but there are exceptions (depending on the brand and manufacturer). Thus, for 1 m², the weight of tile adhesive is about 5 kg of dry mixture.

Important characteristics of adhesive for porcelain stoneware

Porcelain stoneware slabs are strong, heavy and have a dense structure. Therefore, for high-quality installation, it is necessary to use a base with a high adhesive capacity. The main parameters when choosing it are the weight of the tile it can hold and the strength of adhesion. Successful work with porcelain stoneware requires high adhesion (bonding to the surface) and plasticity of the adhesive mortar. In addition, it is important to pay attention to the layer of the product when laying floor structures — it should be equal to the thickness of the tile itself.

Often, a packaged bag of adhesive for porcelain stoneware weighs 25 kg. The mixture consumption at a layer thickness of 1 mm is 1.3 kg/m². Usually it contains fractional sand, modifying additives and high-quality cement. Such a product is environmentally safe.

Epoxy adhesive for construction purposes

Epoxy adhesive includes a base and a catalyst, which are mixed immediately before use. When using epoxy adhesive, it should be remembered that the amount of material consumed increases on uneven surfaces or with deformations.

The weight of epoxy adhesive is calculated as follows:

WEA = adhesive density × (tile area + thickness of the applied layer)

It is important to take into account the porosity of decorative parts. Sales consultants will help correctly calculate the need for materials so that the result meets expectations.

Weight of construction PVA adhesive

PVA adhesive for construction purposes can bond various materials: paper, wood, cardboard, leather, linoleum, plastic, laminate, glass and facing tile. It is convenient for furniture assembly and has significant resistance to high temperatures and dynamic loads. It is suitable for carpentry processes, leaves no traces and is very elastic.

The weight of PVA adhesive in a packaging container is 0.5 kg. The material consumption is economical — within 100–900 g/m². It is inexpensive and moisture-resistant. It should be applied with a brush, taking the temperature conditions into account. It can be used to strengthen the adhesive mixture, increase its viscosity and improve adhesion.