What is AquaDefense used for?
Mapelastic AquaDefense is a premixed, advanced liquid-rubber, extremely quick-drying waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane for installation under ceramic tile or stone in residential, commercial and industrial environments.
Can you tile over AquaDefense?
Can Mapei AquaDefense be used on concrete?
MAPELASTIC AQUADEFENSE Can be tiled after 4 hours. For use on screed, render, concrete, plywood and ceramic finishes.
Can AquaDefense be used for shower pan?
After that layer of the shower pan dries (about 2 hours or so, depending on temperature and humidity), apply two coats of MAPEI’s Mapelastic AquaDefense waterproofing membrane to the full height of the tile being installed and down to the drain base covering at the flange of the drain, which creates a seal for the …
Does AquaDefense stick to silicone?
Where Mapelastic AquaDefense coating ends on any penetration, apply a bead of silicone or urethane sealant. Remove excess Mapelastic AquaDefense (while fresh) with damp sponge, soap and warm water. Any completely dried material may be mechanically removed.
Is AquaDefense the same as Red Guard?
Aquadefense is a liquid-rubber fast-drying waterproofing material used for creating waterproof barriers and crack-resistant membranes. Redguard, a product of Custom Building Products, is an elastomeric membrane product used under tile and stone applications as a waterproof barrier.
Can Mapei premium mortar be used over AquaDefense?
Can I use mastic or a premixed tile adhesive over Mapelastic® AquaDefense? Ready-to-use tile adhesives, such as MAPEI’s Type 1™ mastic and Premium Mortar for tile and stone, require a porous substrate to cure properly. They should not be installed over waterproofing membranes.
Can AquaDefense be used on drywall?
Aquadefense can go over gypsum board, but only in “approved areas”.
Does AquaDefense need a primer?
Yes . aquadefense does stick better in tests areas and during second conversation with mapei been told that accualy priming with primer G diluted 1:1 with water may help adhesion.
How long does Thinset take to dry before AquaDefense?
1. Mapelastic AquaDefense is ready to receive thin-set mortars for tile or stone when dry to touch (about 30 to 50 minutes after applying second coat).
Can you use thinset on AquaDefense?
Mapei specifies modified thinset to be used when installing tile and stone to Aquadefense but nothing in the literature mentions the use a product like kerdi. I was thinking of using unmodified as will have if mixed to install the kerdi membrane on the pan.
Can I use hydro ban on plywood?
HYDRO BAN bonds directly to a wide variety of substrates. Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed to be of first quality for two (2) years if stored at temperatures >32°F (0°C) and <110°F (43°C). DO NOT bond to OSB, particle board, interior glue plywood, luan, Masonite® or hardwood surfaces.
What do you need to know about Mapei aquadefense?
Mapelastic AquaDefense is an easy-to-use, easy-to-apply, quick-drying waterproofing membrane. Helpful tips to ensure that your Mapelastic AquaDefense waterproofing application is done quickly, easily and correctly. To improve visibility in low-light conditions and make chalk lines more apparent, MAPEI’s AquaDefense now dries…
What kind of paint to use over aquadefense?
You can absolutely paint over AquaDefense so long as you use a water-based acrylic or latex paint. It would be a good idea to check with the paint manufacturer on their recommendation over liquid-applied waterproofing membranes.
How long does it take for mapelastic aquadefense to dry?
Mapelastic AquaDefense dries after about 30 to 50 minutes and is then ready to receive any MAPEI polymer or epoxy mortar. Mapelastic AquaDefense can be flood-tested after 12 hours of drying time, is IAPMO-listed for use as a shower-pan liner, and exceeds ANSI A118.10 and ANSI A118.12 standards.