Sep. 04, 2023
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In recent years, as a new type of binder additive, redispersible latex powder has attracted great attention from the construction industry. New research has found that the application of redispersible polymer powder in tile adhesives can play a huge role in improving bond strength and durability.
Redispersible latex powder is a kind of water-based dispersion, which disperses latex particles in water through advanced drying process. Adding redispersible latex powder to the tile adhesive can improve the fluidity, viscosity and ductility of the tile adhesive, making it more suitable for bonding various materials.
On the one hand, redispersible latex powder can provide better adhesion, tightly bond the tiles to the base layer, and prevent the tiles from falling off and cracking during use. On the other hand, redispersible latex powder has excellent flexibility and stretchability, which can effectively reduce the impact of thermal expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes on the tile bonding layer, and further enhance the compressive strength and durability of tiles.
In addition, the redispersible latex powder also has good water resistance, which can prevent the tile adhesive from being damaged by moisture erosion in a humid environment. This allows the tiles to be widely used in wet places such as bathrooms and kitchens, while prolonging the service life of the tiles.
Experts said that the application prospect of redispersible latex powder in tile adhesives is broad. In addition to improving bonding strength and durability, redispersible latex powder can also reduce the construction cost of tile adhesives, reduce environmental pollution, and meet the requirements of sustainable development.
With the continuous innovation and development of redispersible polymer powder technology, it is believed that it will play a greater role in the construction industry and provide people with higher-quality decorative materials and construction projects.