Premixed Mortar?

4/9/2019 at 12:50:52 PM

Tiling is the bigest portion of all our renovations and we would not use pre-mixed mortar for anything.

I would use a good quality Thinset appropriate for your subfloor. Since I don't know if there is anything on top of your concrete, make sure you read the instructions on the bag to see if it appropriate for your application.

You will have a choice of modified or non-modified and if you have access to a tile store, I would go with Keisel or Schluter Thinset.

Good luck

4/9/2019 at 4:20:35 PM

Thank you, Victor. Should I install the tiles directly on the concrete floor?

4/9/2019 at 8:53:12 PM

This is a great question, I personally haven't worked with pre mixed mortar but in my experience I would say to stay away from it. Neither myself or any of my quality tile installers use such a product and would not recommend to a client. If it is like pre mixed grout, complete garbage. Hope this helps

4/10/2019 at 12:08:35 AM

Hi Syed,

I'm not sure that one brand would be that much "better" than the other. Just be sure to carefully read the label!!!

I have used the product without issue. I only use it in smaller projects...based on its cost alone.

It wont be fully cured for 72 hours, but typically can be walked on after 24hrs.

Its fine on a basement floor. Just prep and primer the floor accordingly.