GOLD STAR

Grey, Interior & Exterior Wall & Floor

Tile / Stone Adhesive

Features

High polymer modified adhesive

Easy mixing & smooth application & better workability

For installation of tiles / stones on walls & floors in interior &

exterior

High strength

Water resistance

ARDEX ENDURA (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED

Corporate Office & Regd. Office:
Unit No. 406 & 407, “Brigade Rubix”,
No. 20, HMT Campus, Yeshwanthapur Hobli,
Bengaluru - 560013. Karnataka, INDIA.
CIN No: U24233KA1997PTC022383
Tel: +91 80 66746500
Fax: +91 80 66746540
Email: customercare@ardexendura.com
Visit us: www.ardexendura.com
GOLD STAR
Grey, Interior & Exterior Wall & Floor Tile / Stone Adhesive
DESCRIPTION SURFACE PREPARATION In case of using ADMIX AD1: Use 1 litre of
Grey high polymer modified, cement-based Before starting any work ensure that the base ADMIX AD1 + 4 – 4.5 litres of water + 20kg of
wall and floor tile /stone adhesive. Suitable for is : GOLD STAR
fixing tiles and natural stones in interior and • Sufficiently flat to permit the specified
exterior situations, including swimming pools. flatness of finished tiling, bearing in mind the APPLICATION
permissible minimum & maximum thickness 1. Spread not more than 1 sq.m. at a time,
STANDARDS of the bedding material. apply the adhesive to the wall or floor
GOLD STAR meets the performance • Suitable for tiling in the service conditions to surface.
requirements of IS 15477 : 2004 Type 2 which it will be exposed. 2 Comb the adhesive to the required depth
"Specification for Adhesives for use with • Free from efflorescence, laitance, dirt and (between 3 - 6 mm) using a suitable trowel.
Ceramic Tiles and Mosaics." other loose material. Remove thoroughly by 3. Press the tile /stone firmly into position with
standard practice. a slight twisting action, checking periodically
PERFORMANCE • Clean all tile and other non-porous surfaces that good contact is maintained with the
Suitable for fixing at 3 - 6mm bed thickness should be cleaned down by washing with back of each tile /stone. Leave no voids
(can be extended up to 12 mm in area of water containing detergent, then with clean behind tile /stone.
limited extent) wall and floor tiles, mosaics, water. 4. Tile /stone should be fixed within 20 minutes
vitrified and fully vitrified tiles, marble, of adhesive being applied, depending on the
terrazzo and natural stone. The set adhesive is SITE WORK INSTRUCTIONS porosity of the surface and atmospheric
water-resistant and is suitable for use in SURFACE CONSIDERATIONS conditions. Tile /stone can be adjusted up to
showers and totally immersed situations such New Cement / Sand Rendering / Brick / Block 10 - 15 minutes after fixing. Touch the
as swimming pools. works: adhesive ribs periodically and if a skin
Before commencing tiling, allow plaster surface has formed, remove the adhesive and apply
Not recommended for direct use onto gypsum to dry out by exposure to air for at least 2 a new adhesive.
plaster, paint or metal. Suitable for use on weeks. (3 weeks for swimming pools). 5. Leave adequate joints between individual
glazed tiles and glazed bricks when used in tiles unless self spacing tiles are used. Use
conjunction with ARDEX ENDURA ADMIX AD1. New Concrete Bases: ARDEX ENDURA spacers for uniform joint
ARDEX ENDURA ADMIX AD1 can be used in Before commencing tiling ensure that bases width.
conjunction with GOLD STAR to enhance the have been allowed to dry out by exposure 6. Clean off surplus adhesive from the
physical properties of the set adhesive, to air for at least 4 weeks. tile /stone face and between joints.
i.e. Impart flexibility, improve adhesion, reduce 7. Do not use in damp conditions and
water permeability and widen application. (See Existing Concrete / Screed Bases: temperature less than 50C
data sheet of ARDEX ENDURA ADMIX AD1 for Cut out all loose or hollow portions and make 8. Use suitable clamps along with adhesive at
further details) good with a 1:3 cement : sand mortar applied the time of installation of tiles / stones at
over a slurry bonding coat*. Carefully remove height of more than 20 feet. If the tile /
AREAS OF APPLICATION any soft or unsound residues of existing stone size are bigger, use clamps from 10
Walls & Floors ü
adhesive without damaging the bases. Ensure feet height
remaining adhesive residue is sound and firmly
Interiors & Exteriors ü
9. Leave movement joints at every 10 meters
bounded to the base.
height as per standard BS 5385.
Dry areas ü
Ceramic / Vitrified & Fully Vitrified Tile /
GROUTING
Wet areas ü Terrazzo / Hard Natural Stone Bases:
Grouting should not be carried out for at least
Showers Check that existing finish is firmly adhering
ü (1) 24 hours. Use the appropriate grouting
to the base. Remove any loose or hollow
Swimming Pools ü (2), (3)
material from the range of cementitious and
sounding areas and make good with a
epoxy grouts.
1:3 cement : sand mortar over a slurry
NOTE: The addition of ARDEX ENDURA
bonding coat*.
*Slurry bonding coat is prepared by mixing 2 parts by weight
ADMIX GT1 to cement-based grouts
BACKGROUND / BASES of portland cement to 1 part of ARDEX ENDURA ADMIX AD1. will enhance adhesion to tile / stone edges,
Brush on the base immediately before applying mortar. water-resistance and improves flexibility.
Sand / Cement Rendering ü ARDEX ENDURA ADMIX AD1 dosage 10 litres per 50kg bag
of cement.
Brick Work / Concrete ü TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
MIXING GOLD STAR @ 27± 1°C
Sand / Cement Screed ü
Add GOLD STAR to clean water. Mix thoroughly Bed Thickness 3 - 6 mm
Unglazed Tiles ü until a slump-free mortar is obtained. A 20kg (4), (5) & (6)
bag will require approximately 5 - 5.5 litres of Walls* Use Thin-bed Trowel
Hard Natural Stone ü
water. The adhesive is immediately ready-for- (Dry wall areas)
Glazed Tiles ü (2) use and has a pot-life of 3 hours at 27 ± 10C.
No further water should be added. Floors* Use Thick-bed Trowel
*Suitability depends on (Floor areas)
NOTE: surface level / flatness
ü = Suitable
(1) Do not use the shower for at least 2 weeks following Mixing Ratio 1 p.b.w. Water to
the completion of grouting. (p.b.w = Parts by weight) 4 p.b.w. Adhesive
(2) Use in conjunction with ARDEX ENDURA ADMIX AD1.
(3) Do not fill pool for at least 3 weeks following Open Time 15 - 20 Minutes
completion of grouting.
Pot Life 3 hours
Setting Time 24 hours NOTE
The information supplied in this datasheet
Temperature -30°C to 150°C is based upon extensive experience and is
Resistance given in good faith in order to help you.
Mixed Density 1.75 - 1.80 g/cc Our Company policy is one of continuous
Research and Development; we therefore
VOC Content 1.12 g/L reserve the right to update this information
NOTE: at any time without prior notice. We also
(4) Up to 12mm in areas of limited extent. guarantee the consistent high quality of our
(5) Use thick-bed trowel for floor tiling products; however as we have no control over
(6) Use thin-bed trowel for wall tiling. site conditions or the execution of the work,
TYPICAL VALUE
we accept no liability for any loss or damage
GOLD STAR @ 27± 1°C which may arise as a result thereof.

Shear Adhesion

GOLD STAR
1 Day Air 4.5kN
14 Day Air 11.00kN
IS 15477:2004 min. Type 2
1 Day Air 4.00kN
14 Day Air 10.00kN

COVERAGE ESTIMATES
Pack size Coverage
Grey - 20kg & 2kg approximately
3.5kg/m² @ 3 mm
thickness

NOTE
Coverage will depend on the nature and
flatness of the surface and the method of
application. For good coverage, it is vitally
important that all surfaces should be clean,
smooth, plumb, level and free from defects
and undulations.

STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE

GOLD STAR has a shelf life of 12 months when
stored in normal dry conditions.

PRECAUTIONS
Keep out of reach of children, wear suitable
protective clothing, gloves and eyes/face
protection. After contact with skin, wash
immediately with plenty of clean water.
In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately
with plenty of clean water and seek medical
advice.

For more details please refer the relevant

Material Safety Data Sheet

CONDITIONS OF SALE
Sold subject to the Company's conditions
of sale which are available on request.
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