What is Ditra XL used for?
Uncoupling and waterproofing membrane Made of polyethylene, DITRA and DITRA-XL serve as a waterproofing layer that protects moisture-sensitive substrates, such as plywood/OSB. Free-space on the underside of the matting provides a route for excess moisture and vapor to prevent damage to the tile layer above.
What is Schluter Ditra used for?
Ditra is an uncoupling membrane designed for ceramic and stone tile installations on floors. It provides uncoupling to prevent cracked tile and grout. It is made of polyethylene creating a waterproofing layer protecting the substrate.
What is Ditra mat?
DITRA Matting is a polyethylene membrane with an anchoring fleece laminated to its underside. The matting has a grid structure of square cavities which are each cut back in a dovetail configuration. DITRA Matting is specifically designed for tile and natural stone installations.
Is Schluter Ditra better than cement board?
Ditra is waterproof, while cement board lets water through but won’t be damaged by it. This may make Ditra a better choice if moisture from below is a concern, such as with some outdoor applications or installations over concrete.
Is Schluter Ditra necessary?
No, you don’t have to use it, it’s just that it’s lighter and easier to install than any backerboard on a floor and has more to offer as far as it’s performance. But nothing beats a full mud job if it can be used.
What Thinset do you use with Ditra?
For example, to set DITRA over plywood or OSB, a modified thin-set mortar meeting the requirements of ANSI A118. 11 is used. To set DITRA over concrete or gypsum, Schluter-Systems recommends an unmodified thin-set mortar meeting the requirements of ANSI A118. 1.
How long should Ditra dry before tiling?
After about 24 hours, it’ll be ready for tile, and meanwhile Jim and Rich are getting started on the over half.
What do you need to know about Schluter Ditra?
Designed specifically for ceramic tile and dimension stone installations, DITRA serves as an uncoupling layer, waterproofing membrane, and vapor management layer that accommodates moisture from beneath the tile covering.
What do Ditra and Ditra XL tiles do?
DITRA and DITRA-XL provide uncoupling to prevent cracked tile and grout. Made of polyethylene, DITRA and DITRA-XL serve as a waterproofing layer that protects moisture-sensitive substrates, such as plywood/OSB. Free-space on the underside of the matting provides a route for excess moisture and vapor to prevent damage to the tile layer above.
Can a Schluter Ditra be installed over vinyl flooring?
Can Schluter®-DITRA and Schluter®-DITRA-XL be installed over vinyl flooring? Yes, Schluter®-DITRA or DITRA-XL can be installed over vinyl. Some limitations include the following:
What can Ditra be used for underlayment for?
The ability of DITRA installations to support and distribute heavy loads while preserving the integrity of the tiled surface has been verified through extensive laboratory and field testing, including applications exposed to vehicular traffic. Specifically designed as an underlayment for ceramic and stone tile