Enhanced Bonding for Lasting Stone Installations

Because of their strength, beauty and premium appearance, marble and granite are commonly used for modern construction. Natural stone gives longevity value to everything from luxury homes and commercial buildings to hotels, malls, and exterior facades. Still, a stone install is only as strong as its bonding system.Cement-based fixing methods are eventually weakened by moisture, temperature changes, structural movements and vibrations. This may produce voids, fractures, debonding, and perhaps the stone panels will also get off. In the purpose of assisting in overcoming these issues of slippage, Autoflege Construction Chemicals introduced GRIPFIKS GBA which a high-performance textured coat adhesive that enhances adhesion of marble, granite, stone cladding & other heavy decorative materials. GRIPFIKS GBA is an innovative bonding layer created by developing advanced polymer technology to be extremely effective at enhancing adhesion and durability for long-term installation performance indoors or outdoors.

What is GRIPFIKS GBA?

GRIPFIKS GBA is a new textured coat adhesive formulated specifically to enhance the bonding of natural stone surfaces with fixing material, such as cement mortar or tile adhesives.

The durability combined with the brut-like coating can provide surface adhesion that allows for a much better rougher, textured layer of bond, and mechanical anchorage than traditional systems relying solely on mortar to install stones.

Its water-based formula makes it easy to apply, and it offers professional quality performance over a large variety of construction applications.

Most Common Reasons for Stone Installation Failure

There are numerous explanations behind the disappointment of common stone installations, including:

• Poor Surface Adhesion:- Conventional cement mortar tends to have a poor grip on smooth stone surfaces.
• Thermal Movement: Variations in temperature simply expand and contract different materials at rates that are not the same, you then assign stress on the bond.
• Structural Movement:- Effects of long-term adhesion: normal building movement, vibrate and settle down.
• Moisture Ingress:- Traditional bonding systems can succumb to desensitization due to water infiltration over time.
• Inadequate Surface Preparation :- Substantial reductions in bond strength can occur because of dust, grease, loose particles, and other contaminants.

These problems can result in:

• Stone detachment
• Cracks and surface damage
• Hollow sounds beneath installed stone
• Moisture-related deterioration
• Expensive repairs and replacements

GRIPFIKSTM GBA is developed to address these difficulties, improving the robustness of installation.

How GRIPFIKS GBA Works?

GRIPFIKS GBA creates a rough bonding layer on the reverse side of marble, granite or stone to promote adhesion at the bond interface between stone and fixing mortar or adhesive.

• The enhanced bond between both interfaces has been improved:
• To Improve Bond Strength
• To improve Load Distribution
• To reduce the Risk of Debonding
• To Minimize Moisture Penetration
• To Improve the Overall Durability of the Installation
  
  

In other words, your installation will be much stronger and much safer than before; capable of withstanding the forces placed upon it from everyday wear-and-tear (from both the environment and structures) without failing.

Key Features & Benefits

• Superior Adhesion

Enhances the adhesion between natural stone substrates and cementitious anchoring materials for better permanence of heavy stones.

• Enhanced Durability

Minimizes chance of stone detachment, cracking, debonding and other installation problems

• Improved Water Resistance

Offers extra protection against moisture related problems thus being good for:

• Bathrooms
• Kitchens
• Wet areas
• Exterior walls
• High-humidity environments
• Applicable on its Own for Indoor & Outdoor
• Provides consistent operation in several indoor and outdoor applications.
• Safe, Water-Based Formula

GRIPFIKS GBA is:

• Water-based
• non-toxic
• non-flammable
• Easy to clean

Hence it is safer to handle and more eco-friendly.

Faster Application

This ready-to-use formulation reduces preparation time to help ensure efficiency on the job site while providing consistent coverage.

Cost-Effective Performance

The offering helps mitigate installation failure and thus, reduces upcoming maintenance and repairs costs.

Recommended Applications

GRIPFIKS GBA is suitable for:

• Marble Installations
• For floor, wall covering and decorative marble applications.
• Granite Fixing
• Perfect for more weighty granite slabs and panels.
• Natural Stone Cladding
• Ideal for internal and external cladding systems.
• Ceramic & Decorative Surfaces
• Can be applied to the ceramic and engineered stone surfaces.
• Residential Projects
• Worthy at homes and apartments, villas and renovation work.
• Commercial Projects
• Quick Facts | Hotels, malls, offices, hospitals and institutional buildings

Surface Preparation

You do not simply perform optimally; you prepare well.

• Clean the Surface
• Remove:
• Dust
• Dirt
• Oil
• Grease
• Loose particles
  Paint residues
• Inspect the Substrate
• Verify that the surface is structurally sound and it does not have any weak or damaged areas.
• Surface Profiling
• Lightly scuff sand or abrade the sub carpet if it is a glass-like surface.
• A good prep goes a long way to maximize adhesion and longevity.

Application Method

Step 1: Apply the Product

Apply a thin, even coat with the help of a brush or roller to the prepared surface.

Step 2: Ensure Uniform Coverage

XSM provides a best king-sized mattress facing construction with dual purpose guns to apply even deck of material and remove thicker areas.

Step 3: Allow to Dry

Let the coating dry completely.

Drying time: Based on temperature, humidity & site conditions can be 6-24 hours.

Step 4: Install the Stone

After they dry, install with:

Cement mortar
Suitable tile adhesives
Approved stone-fixing systems

The enhanced bonding performance is now ready at the surface.

Coverage

Approximate Coverage: 40–60 sq. ft. per kg per coat

Your coverage may be different from this (depending on 🙂

Surface texture
Porosity
Application method
Substrate condition
Packaging

Available in:

• 1 kg Pack
• 5 kg Pack

This is right for large constructions but also small-scale repairs.

Storage & Shelf Life

For best results:

Store in a cool, dry place
Protect from direct sunlight
Keep containers tightly sealed
Prevent exposure to freezing conditions

Storage Stability: Up to 6 months of unopened packaging when stored within the recommended parameters.

Why Choose GRIPFIKS GBA?

Provide extremely effective bond performance for modern stone installations.

Some advantages of GRIPFIKS GBA:

– stronger bond
– better installation reliability
– better moisture resistance
– stronger/longer-lasting
– much easier to install
– reduced maintenance costs
– professional quality

GRIPFIKS GBA provides contractors, builders, architects, and homeowners with a solid method of producing safe and long-lasting marble and granite installations.

The bond is key a quality bond is what drives the long-term success of any marble or granite installation. Moisture, thermal movement, vibration and structural stresses can render traditional methods insufficient to resist these forces.

GRIPFIKS GBA addresses this concern by establishing a powerful bonding interface to increase adhesion, durability, and moisture resistance while minimizing the risk of installation failures.

The ready to use formulation and precast performance attributes of the GBA – GRIPFIKS GBA technology provides a solution for durable, better performing stone installations in many new construction applications.