Laticrete 253 Gold Modified Thin-Set Mortar - 50 lb bag
Laticrete 253 Gold is a premium polymer-modified thin-set mortar designed for reliable installation of ceramic tile, porcelain tile, and natural stone. Mixed with water only, it delivers strong adhesion, excellent workability, and dependable performance for both floor and wall applications.
Brand: Laticrete
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Laticrete 253 Gold Thin-Set Mortar — Polymer-Modified Tile Adhesive
Laticrete 253 Gold Modified Thin-Set Mortar is engineered to deliver dependable adhesion and ease of installation across a wide range of tile and stone applications. Its polymer-fortified formulation ensures strong bonding, improved durability, and excellent handling characteristics.
Designed for both interior and exterior use, 253 Gold performs reliably on floors and walls over concrete, masonry, exterior glue plywood (interior only), and other approved substrates. Ideal for residential and light commercial projects, it offers professional performance with straightforward mixing and application.
Key Features and Benefits
- Superior Polymer-Modified Performance — Fortified formula provides enhanced bond strength and flexibility for long-lasting tile installations
- Exceeds Industry Standards — Meets and exceeds ANSI A118.4, ANSI A118.11, and ISO 13007-1 (C2) requirements for professional-grade reliability
- Excellent Adhesion to Multiple Surfaces — Bonds securely to most common substrates, including concrete, masonry, plywood (interior), and existing tile
- Interior and Exterior Applications — Suitable for floors and walls in residential and commercial environments
- Water-Mix Only Convenience — No additives required—simply mix with water for consistent, predictable results
Suitable Substrates
- Concrete
- Cement Mortar Bed
- Existing Ceramic Tile and Stone
- Exterior Glue Plywood (Interior Only)
- Properly Prepared Vinyl or Other Resilient Tile
- Non-Water Soluble Cut-Back Adhesive
- Concrete Block
- Concrete Masonry
- Cement Plaster
- Brick Masonry
- Cement Terrazzo
- Gypsum Wallboard
- Plastic Laminate
- Cement Backer Board
- Hydro Ban Membrane
Applications
- Ceramic tile installations
- Porcelain tile installations
- Natural stone installations
- Interior and exterior floors and walls
- Residential and light commercial tile projects
Installation:
All surfaces should be between 40°F (4°C) and 90°F(32°C) and structurally sound, clean and free of all dirt, oil, grease, paint, concrete sealers or curing compounds. Rough or uneven concrete surfaces should be made smooth with Latex Portland Cement Underlayment to provide a wood float (or better) finish. Dry, dusty concrete slabs or masonry should be dampened and excess water swept off. Installation may be made on a damp surface. New concrete slabs shall be damp cured and 28 days old before application. All slabs must be plumb and true to within 1/4" (6 mm) in 10 ft (3 m). Expansion joints shall be provided through the tile work from all construction or expansion joints in the substrate. Do not cover expansion joints with mortar.
Approximate Coverage:
- Approximately 80–95 ft2 / 50 lb bag (7.4–8.8 m2 / 22.7 kg bag) with 1/4" x 1/4" (6 mm x 6 mm) notched trowel.
- Approximately 60–70 ft2 / 50 lb bag (5.6–6.5 m2 / 22.7 kg bag) with 1/4" x 3/8" (6 mm x 9 mm) notched trowel.
- For installing Strata Mat, approximately 110-120ft2 /50 lb bag (10.2 – 11.1 m2 /22.7 kg bag) with 1/4" x 3/16” (6mm x 5mm) notched trowel
Coverage will vary depending on trowel notch size, type and size of tile and substrate.
Performance:
- Open Time: 60 minutes
- Pot Life: 4 hours
- Time to Heavy Traffic: 24 hours
- Wet Density: 12.6 lb/gal (1.5 g/ml)
- VOC: 0
- Shelf Life: 2 year. High humidity will reduce the shelf life of bagged product.
- Packaging: 50 lb (22.7 kg) bag.
| SKU | L-253GOLD |
|---|---|
| Weight (lbs.) | 50.00 |
| Non-Returnable | Yes |
| Manufacturer | Laticrete |
| Warranty | Limited Warranty Upon Manufacturer Inspection |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0253-00XX-2X |
