Drymix Karopro C2E — Improved High-Performance Tile Adhesive

Drymix — Karopro C2E — Improved Tile Adhesive

Drymix Karopro C2E is an improved cement-based tile adhesive for ceramic, porcelain, glass and porcelain stoneware tiles on interior and exterior walls and floors. Class C2E — the only adhesive in the Drymix range certified for glass tiles. Excellent thixotropic properties prevent slip and sag on vertical surfaces. Tested by LGAI/APPLUS notified laboratory, compliant with EN 12004, ISO 9001 certified.

Key differentiators:
– Only Drymix adhesive suitable for glass tiles
– C2-class adhesion strength: ≥ 1.0 N/mm²
– Excellent thixotropic anti-slip properties on vertical surfaces
– Extended open time: > 30 min
– Suitable for tiles up to 10,000 cm² with back-buttering

Tile size suitability: All sizes up to 10,000 cm² recommended for interior/exterior floors and walls, wet areas, pools and over existing tiles.

Coverage per 25 kg bag:
– Single buttering (10×10×10 notch, trowel at 60°): 6.9 m²
– Double buttering + back adhesion (2.5 mm): 4.3 m²
– Double buttering both sides with notched trowel: 3.9 m²

Product Data:
– Class: C2E
– Pack: 25 kg bag
– Water: 8.25 L per bag (floor) | 7.0 L per bag (wall)
– Mix density: 1,800 kg/m³
– Pot life: 2 hours
– Open time: > 30 min | Adjustability: < 60 min
– Light foot traffic: after 24 hours
– Full use (normal surface): 14 days
– Full use (swimming pool): 21 days
– Shelf life: 6 months

Technical Performance (EN 12004 / ISO 9001 — LGAI/APPLUS certified):
– All tensile adhesion values: ≥ 1.0 N/mm² (initial, heat ageing, water immersion, freeze/thaw)
– Open time after 30 min: ≥ 0.5 N/mm²

Not suitable for: wood, metal, rubber or PVC surfaces; surfaces with strong movement or vibration; where fast-set adhesive is required.

Application:
Moisten surface with masonry brush. Add bag to water (floor: 8.25 L, wall: 7.0 L), mix smooth, rest 2–3 min. Apply with notched trowel. Back-butter tiles > 400×400 mm for pools, basins and heavy-load floors. Grout walls after 5–8 hours, floors after 24 hours. Minimum joint width 2–5 mm.

Precautions:
– Wear gloves and goggles during handling
– Avoid contact with eyes and skin
– In case of contact, rinse abundantly with clean water

Available at QBM Hardware, 59 Royal Road, Phoenix, Mauritius. Tel: +230 5255 1799