Kaspo Gold Bond AG 251

Kaspo Gold Bond AG 251 is a high-performance polymer-modified thin-set adhesive designed for demanding applications — glass mosaic tiles, big-format vitrified tiles, natural stone, precast terrazzo, and engineered stone. Its underwater shear bond strength makes it a trusted choice for wet areas including swimming pools, water bodies, and washrooms.

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IS 15477: Type 3 Adhesive

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EN 12004 / ISO 9001: Classification C2TES1

Suitable Substrates

Concrete, concrete masonry, cement mortar beds, cement plaster, cement backer board, cement terrazzo, brick masonry, vitrified tiles and stone.

Features

  • Prepacked, factory-controlled formulation for consistent quality batch to batch

  • Highly flexible yet strong bond strength suited to big-format and mesh-backed mosaic tiles

  • Excellent tensile and shear adhesion

  • Good underwater shear bond approved for submerged/wet-area applications

  • Excellent water and frost resistance

  • Suitable for both interior and exterior, including external applications

Directions of Use

01

Mix 20kg bag with 5.5 litres of clean water using an electric mixer (approx. 300 RPM) until smooth and lump-free.

02

Rest the paste for 5–7 minutes to mature.

03

Spread no more than 1 sq.m at a time; apply a first thin layer with the flat side of the trowel, followed by the desired thickness (3mm–5mm) using a suitable notched trowel sized to the tile format.

04

Lay the tile and press down to squash the adhesive groove.

05

Wipe excess paste with a damp cloth.

06

Leave a minimum 24-hour cure period before grouting.

Technical Specifications

Property

Value

Color & Appearance

Grey

Pot Life

> 180 minutes

Open Time

> 60 minutes

Setting Time

800 minutes (~13.3 hours)

Temperature Resistance

4°C to 45°C

Slip Resistance

0 mm

Tensile Adhesion (28 Days)

2.50 N/mm²

Shear Adhesion (28 Days)

2.50 N/mm²

Bulk Density

1450 kg/m³

Coverage (20 kg bag)

30-35 sq. ft.

Water Required

~5.5 litres per 20kg bag

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaspo Gold Bond AG 251 suitable for swimming pool tiling

Yes, it has good underwater shear bond strength and is specifically suited for wet areas such as swimming pools, water bodies, and washrooms.

Can it be used for large-format vitrified tiles?

Is Kaspo Gold Bond AG 251 suitable for swimming pool tiling

Yes, it has good underwater shear bond strength and is specifically suited for wet areas such as swimming pools, water bodies, and washrooms.

Can it be used for large-format vitrified tiles?