Tiled Steam Room and Steam Shower Technical Design Manual

Tiled Steam Room and Steam Shower
Technical Design Manual
Tile Steam Room and Steam Shower Technical Design Manual

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2 Tiled Steam Room and Steam Shower – Technical Design Manual
Table of Contents
Preface..................................................................................................................................................5
Section 1: Introduction
1.1 Steam Room Facts......................................................................................................................9
1.2 Tile Installations in Steam Rooms – Materials and Methods....................................................9
1.3 Summary . ................................................................................................................................13
Section 2: Specification for Steam Room – Full Mortar Bed Method

Detail ES-SR613..............................................................................................................................16
General Information.......................................................................................................................17
Products........................................................................................................................................ 24
Execution Statement..................................................................................................................... 27
Health and Safety.......................................................................................................................... 34
Section 3: Specification for Steam Room – Thin Bed Method

Detail ES-SR614............................................................................................................................. 36
General Information...................................................................................................................... 37
Products........................................................................................................................................ 43
Execution Statement..................................................................................................................... 46
Health and Safety.......................................................................................................................... 54
Section 4: Steam Room Detail Drawings......................................................................................

4.1 ES-SR613 – Steam Room – Full Mortar Bed with Waterproofing........................................... 56
4.2 ES-SR614 – Steam Room – Thin Bed Method with Waterproofing........................................ 57
4.3 ES-SR614B – Steam Room – Cement Backer Board – Vapor Barrier Placement................... 58
4.4 ES-P605 – Pool/Fountain/Steam Room Penetration............................................................ 59
4.5 WP-SR302 – Steam Room Drain Detail.................................................................................. 60
Section 5: Maintenance and Protection.......................................................................................

5.1 Quality Assurance.................................................................................................................... 62
5.2 Preventative and Corrective Maintenance............................................................................. 63
5.3 Protection and Sealing............................................................................................................ 64
5.4 Case Study – Full Mortar Bed Steam Room........................................................................... 65
Section 6: Appendix.............................................................................................................................
6.1 Steam Room Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................. 78
6.2 Resource Guide – Trade Organizations and Technical Resources......................................... 80
6.3 Glossary................................................................................................................................... 82

Preface
LATICRETE International, Inc., a world leader in the manufacturing of ceramic tile and stone
installation systems, has long recognized the need for a technical design manual to provide
guidelines and recommendations for the design, specification and installation of tile and
stone in steam room/steam shower applications. Improved technology in steam room
construction and equipment has made steam rooms and steam showers readily available
to anyone. In keeping with our position as an industry leader, LATICRETE International
is publishing this Tiled Steam Room and Steam Shower Technical Design Manual to
provide information and guidelines to architects, design professionals, construction
professionals, tile installation professionals, and the tile and stone distribution industry.
It is the goal of this manual to provide the necessary information to help ensure a proper
and long-lasting tile installation in a steam room or steam shower environment.


1.1 Steam Room Facts 9235 Waterproofing Membrane. Tile is the

Who wouldn’t like to have a steam bath or perfect finish for a steam room application
steam shower in their own home? Steam and choosing the right tile is important. For
provides an invigorating way to maintain or best results, the tile should be impervious (i.e.
restore physical and mental health. Sitting in porcelain) or have a glazed surface to help limit
a steam room environment can help the body the amount of moisture and moisture vapor
to burn calories, improve circulation, relax that makes its way into the system.
muscles, flush toxins from the body, cleanse An acceptable vapor barrier can be a vital
pores, relieve stress, and help induce more component of any steam room and, when
relaxing sleep. All of this in just twenty minutes properly installed, can prevent moisture from
a day! getting into wall and ceiling cavities. When hot,
The fact is; steam rooms and steam showers moist air comes in contact with cooler surfaces
are becoming more and more common in home (at or below dew point) it condenses and turns
environments. They are no longer just for back into water. If the dew point temperature
health clubs or the very wealthy; now anybody is within the wall cavity then the moisture will
can own their own steam room. Steam room either build up within the wall or show up in
and steam showers are fairly often included in areas where water is not supposed to be found.
new home construction, rather than a standard This can lead to structural damage, mold,
shower. While there are many benefits to water problems, poor indoor air quality, and
owning and using a steam room or steam more. In order to function properly it is critical
shower there are also some basic principles that this vapor barrier laps into the shower pan
that must be kept in mind when designing, (another critical component of a steam room
installing and using these units: installation).
1. Prevent steam from escaping. 1.2 Tile Installations in Steam Room
2. Collect any condensed water and allow it and Shower Applications Materials and
to drain properly. Methods
3. Keep
water from dripping on the steam Let’s look at two typical steam room
room occupants. constructs:
Steam generation units create a great deal of 1. The first design incorporates steel or wood
moisture; this moisture initially takes the form framing and a concrete, slab-on-grade
of water vapor (steam). This water vapor is sub-floor. The ceiling should be sloped
highly penetrative and any room not properly at least 2" minimum per foot (50 mm per
prepared may be exposed to damage caused 300 mm) to prevent water from dripping
by excessive moisture. Proper measures must on steam room occupants (per Tile Council
be taken to prevent moisture transgression of North America recommendations). The
into or through walls, ceiling and floor. floor should be pre-pitched (prior to the
installation of the shower pan liner) at the
These preventive measures include a properly
rate of 1/4" per foot (6 mm per 300 mm)
placed, suitable vapor barrier and/or an
to make sure that water flows toward the
acceptable waterproofing membrane.
drain. Keep in mind that a shower pan is
LATICRETE International, Inc. always
required in all steam room/steam shower
recommends using both a vapor barrier, placed
installations!
on the framing or on the concrete/concrete
masonry units prior to further construction,
and LATICRETE® Hydro Ban™ or LATICRETE

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Section Introduction
The installation begins with the proper choice must be installed onto the ceiling as well as
and placement of a two-part clamping-ring- the walls because steam can certainly escape
style drain with weepers as per ASME A112.6.3. through the ceiling. It is imperative that this
Place tile spacers or gravel around weep holes, vapor barrier be placed so that it laps into the
as detailed by the design professional, to shower pan liner! This way any moisture that
prevent mortar from clogging the weep holes comes in contact with the vapor barrier will
and should be installed by a qualified plumber drain into the shower pan and through the
in accord with International Residential Code weep holes of the drain.
(IRC) P2709.4. The pipes and drain should Next, install a 2" (50 mm) thick (minimum)
be properly supported to prevent problems wire-reinforced, mortar bed comprised of
in the future. A suitable primary shower pan LATICRETE 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed; or,
liner, complying with ASTM D 4068, D 4551 LATICRETE 226 Thick Bed Mortar gauged
or other International Code Council (ICC) with LATICRETE 3701 Mortar Admix onto the
and International Association of Plumbing shower floor. The wire-reinforcement should
and Mechanical Officers (IAPMO) approved be 2" x 2" (50 mm x 50 mm), 16 gauge,
material, would then be installed to tie into galvanized, welded wire mesh and should be
the bottom flange of the drain (without placed at half the depth of the mortar bed.
blocking the weep holes). The liner must be Make sure that the mortar bed maintains the
turned up the walls to a point at least 3" (75 1/4" per foot (6 mm per 300 mm) slope to
mm) above the top of the curb or 6" (150 drain which was established by the pre-pitch
mm) above the floor in steam rooms or steam in the sub-floor. After the mortar bed has
showers without curbs. The shower pan must cured, the installation of the cement backer
be properly formed and fastened to prevent board on the walls and ceiling can begin.
problems. Check with local building code
The addition of a suitable insulation material
to help determine what shower pan liner is
between the wall and ceiling framing should
acceptable in your area. This pan will act as
be done before installation of the cement
your vapor barrier on the floor. Curbs must be
backer board. Insulation will help keep the
sloped to drain back into the steam room for
heat in the steam room, cool air out, and helps
condensation runoff. Perform a flood test to
to control the dew point (the temperature
determine integrity of the pan liner and make
where condensation takes place) within
repairs as necessary before proceeding.
the wall. The cement backer board used
After the shower pan liner is in place, install must be acceptable for steam room use
the vapor barrier directly onto the side of the and installed per the board manufacturer’s
wall and ceiling framing that will be exposed to written installation instructions; this includes
the steam room. The vapor barrier should be taping of all board joints. Use LATICRETE
4 – 6 mil thick polyethylene (cross laminated 254 Platinum and 2" (50 mm) wide, alkali-
virgin polyethylene is excellent) and, if resistant fiberglass mesh tape to treat the
possible, should be one piece that can fit into board joints. Be sure to allow space at the
the entire area. Fasten the vapor barrier to ceiling/wall transition for the insertion of
the studs with corrosion-resistant fasteners. a slip joint to allow for proper expansion/
A spot of LATICRETE® Latasil™ (100% silicone contraction to take place.
sealant) onto the fasteners will help prevent
Pipes and penetrations through board should
moisture penetration through the fastener
be accounted for and space between board
holes. Make sure that the vapor barrier is
and penetration should be kept to a minimum.
properly formed and is tight to the studs of
Allow the mortar used to tape the board
the walls and ceiling. Yes – the vapor barrier
joints to harden and then commence with

waterproofing the entire inside area of the 2. The second design involves installation over
steam room with LATICRETE Hydro all other substrates including concrete or
Ban™ or LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing masonry walls. Again, the ceiling should be
Membrane. The entire steam room should sloped at least 2" minimum per foot (50 mm
be waterproofed, including the ceiling, walls, per 300 mm) to prevent water from dripping
floor, seat, and any other exposed area; on steam room occupants (per Tile Council
this will help improve the functionality of of North America recommendations).
the vapor barrier and inhibit the passage of The floor should be pre-pitched (prior
most of the moisture through the system. to the installation of the shower pan)
Loop the LATICRETE Hydro Ban or LATICRETE at the rate of 1/4" per foot (6 mm per
9235 Waterproofing Membrane into the slip 300 mm) to make sure that water flows
joints to allow for movement in these areas. toward the drain. Also, a shower pan is
Any vapor transpiring through the LATICRETE required in ALL steam room/steam shower
9235 Waterproofing Membrane should easily installations!
be handled by the vapor barrier. For more The installation begins with the proper
information on the installation of LATICRETE choice and placement of a two-part clamping
Hydro Ban or LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing ring style drains with weepers as per ASME
Membrane, please refer to www.laticrete.com. A112.6.3. Place tile spacers or gravel around
Make sure that ANY and ALL penetrations are weep holes, as detailed by the design
properly waterproofed and sealed tightly with professional, to prevent mortar from clogging
LATICRETE Latasil! the weep holes, they should be installed by a
Tile can be installed directly onto the qualified plumber in accord with IRC P2709.4.
LATICRETE Hydro Ban or LATICRETE 9235 The pipes and drain should be properly
Waterproofing Membrane as soon as it is supported to prevent problems in the future.
dry to the touch. LATICRETE 254 Platinum For this type of steam room construction,
is the thin-set of choice for steam room/ LATICRETE Hydro Ban or LATICRETE 9235
steam shower installations. Check with the Waterproofing Membrane can be used as the
manufacturer of the tile to make sure that it primary shower pan liner. A suitable primary
is compatible in steam room applications. shower pan liner material, complying with
Once the tiles have set firm, grout the
installation with LATICRETE SpectraLOCK®†
PRO Grout for best performance. Alternative
grouting choices would be LATICRETE
PermaColor™ Grout^. Use LATICRETE Latasil,
with LATICRETE 9118 Primer, in slip joints,
steam jets, movement joints, around the
drain, to seal lighting fixtures, access panels
(if present), or at any change of plane. The
use of LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout will
add to the performance of the tile installation
because it has an absorption rate of <.5%.
It will be necessary to wait for 14 days for
LATICRETE PermaColor Grout, and 10 days for
LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout to cure
at 70°F (21°C) before turning on the steam
generation unit.

ASTM D4068, D4551 or other ICC and IAPMO imperative that this vapor barrier be placed
approved material may also be used as the so that it laps into the shower pan liner! This
primary shower pan liner. No matter which of way any moisture that comes in contact with
the approved materials is used as the shower the vapor barrier will drain into the shower
pan liner, it must be tied into the bottom pan and through the weep holes of the drain.
flange of the drain properly. The liner is Once the vapor barrier has been properly
applied directly onto the concrete or masonry installed, application of the insulation panels
walls and concrete floor. The liner must be can commence. These panels are typically
turned up the walls to a point at least 3" fastenedmechanicallythroughtothesubstrate
(75 mm) above the top of the curb or 6" through the vapor barrier; check with the
(150 mm) above the floor in steam rooms or insulation manufacturer for proper installation
steam showers without curbs. The shower instructions for their product in this
pan must be properly formed and fastened to application. A dab of LATICRETE Latasil
prevent problems. Check with local building can help prevent moisture from getting
code to help determine what shower pan through the fastener holes. Install galvanized
liner is acceptable in your area. This pan will diamond metal lath, complying with ASTM
act as your vapor barrier on the floor. Curbs C847, according to the current revision of
must be sloped to drain back into the steam ANSI A108.1 (1.1 and 1.2). Make sure that no
room for condensation runoff. Perform a fasteners penetrate the shower pan liner.
flood test to determine integrity of the pan Pencil rods and tie wires may also be used to
liner and make repairs as necessary before secure the metal lath in place.
proceeding. Allow 2 2 hour cure period at
Apply a mortar bed consisting of LATICRETE
70°F (21°C) prior to flood testing LATICRETE®
3701 Fortified Mortar Bed; or, LATICRETE 226
Hydro Ban™ a 7 day cure at 70°F (21°C) prior to
Thick Bed Mortar gauged with LATICRETE
flood testing LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing
3701 Mortar Admix as scratch and leveling
Membrane. For more information on flood
coats, in compliance with ANSI A108.1A (1.3
testing requirements and procedures, please
and 1.4) over the wire lath on the walls and
refer to TDS 169 “Flood Testing Procedures”
ceiling. The scratch and float coats can be
at www.laticrete.com.
installed in lifts up to 5/8" (13 mm) thick and
After the shower pan liner is in place, install should be floated to be plumb and true.
the vapor barrier directly onto the concrete/
Next, install a 2" (50 mm) thick (minimum)
masonry walls making sure that the vapor
wire-reinforced, mortar bed comprised of
barrier laps into the shower pan liner. The vapor
LATICRETE 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed; or,
barrier should be 4 – 6 mil polyethylene (cross
LATICRETE 226 Thick Bed Mortar gauged
laminated virgin polyethylene is excellent)
with LATICRETE 3701 Mortar Admix onto the
and, if possible, should be one piece that can
shower floor. The wire-reinforcement should
fit into the entire area. Fasten the vapor barrier
be 2" x 2" (50 mm x 50 mm), 16 gauge,
to the wall with corrosion resistant fasteners.
galvanized, welded wire mesh and should be
A spot of LATICRETE Latasil™ (100% silicone)
placed at half the depth of the mortar bed.
onto the fasteners will help prevent moisture
Make sure that the mortar bed maintains the
penetration through the fastener holes. Make
1/4" per foot (6 mm per 300 mm) slope to
sure that the vapor barrier is properly formed
drain which was established by the pre-pitch
and is tight to the walls and ceiling. Yes
in the sub-floor.
the vapor barrier must be installed onto the
ceiling as well as the walls because steam
can certainly escape through the ceiling. It is

Allow the floor mortar bed to set until firm 1.3 Summary
and then commence with waterproofing the Expansion joints are generally placed at
inside area of the steam room with LATICRETE the wall/floor and wall/ceiling transitions.
Hydro Ban or LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Larger steam rooms may require additional
Membrane. The entire steam room should be expansion joints to allow for movement. The
waterproofed, including the ceiling, walls, project design professional should indicate
floor, seat, and any other exposed area; this where these expansion joints are placed. Refer
will help improve the functionality of the vapor to the Tile Council of North America Handbook
barrier and inhibit the passage of most of for Ceramic Tile Installation EJ-171 for more
the moisture through the system. Any vapor information and details.
transpiring through the LATICRETE Hydro Ban Once the steam room is ready…ENJOY!!
or LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Membrane
Please refer to the proper execution statement
should easily be handled by the vapor barrier.
located at the back of this guide for more
Make sure that any and all penetrations and
detailed instructions and details on these
fixtures are properly waterproofed and sealed
steam room installations.
tightly with LATICRETE Latasil.
Just keep in mind, it would be beneficial for all
Tile can now be installed directly onto the
concerned to make sure that the steam room
LATICRETE Hydro Ban or LATICRETE 9235
construction and installation is done right the
Waterproofing Membrane once it has
first time. Any mistake can lead to structural
sufficiently cured. LATICRETE 254 Platinum
damage, mold, water infiltration issues, and
is the thin-set of choice for steam room/
more.
steam shower installations. Check with the
manufacturer of the tile to make sure that it Repairs can be extensive, and the steam room
is compatible in steam room applications. would be far more costly to repair than to do it
right the first time!!
Once the tiles have set firm, grout the
installation with LATICRETE SpectraLOCK®†
PRO Grout for best performance. Alternative
grouting choices would be LATICRETE
PermaColor™ Grout^. Use LATICRETE Latasil,
with LATICRETE 9118 Primer, in slip joints,
steam jets, movement joints, around the
drain, or at any change in plane. The use of
LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout will add
to the performance of the tile installation
because it has an absorption rate of <.5%.
It will be necessary to wait for 14 days for
LATICRETE PermaColor Grout, and 10 days for
LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout to cure
at 70°F (21°C) before turning on the steam
generation unit.
†
United States Patent No.: 6,881,768 (and other Patents).
^ United States Patent No.: 6,784,229 B2 (and other Patents.)

Section 2: Specification for Steam
Room – Full Mortar Bed

Section 2: Detail ES – SR 613
Revision Date: 09/09

Scale: NTS
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limitations consult related Product Data Sheets technical services free of charge. The user maintains
and Execution Statements related to this detail and all responsibility for verifying the applicability and
applicable industry standards. suitability of the technical service or information
provided.
†
United States Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents).
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Section 2: Part 1 – General Information
Part 1 – General 1.5 Environmental Performance

1.1 Summary Requirements
A. Scope of work – Provide ceramic tile, tile A. Environmental Performance Criteria: The
installation materials and accessories as following criteria are required for products
indicated on drawings, as specified herein, included in this section.
and as needed for complete and proper Refer to Division 1 for additional requirements:
installation. 1. Products manufactured regionally within a
B. Related Documents – provisions within 500 mile radius of the Project site;
General and Supplementary General 2. Adhesive products must meet or exceed
Conditions of the Contract, Division 1 - General the VOC limits of South Coast Air Quality
Requirements, and the Drawings apply to this Management District Rule #1168 and Bay
Section. Area Resources Board Reg. 8, Rule 51.
1.2 Section Includes 1.6 Related Sections
A. Ceramic wall tile and trim units (glazed) A. Section 03300 Cast-in-Place Concrete
B. Ceramic floor tile/mosaics and trim units (monolithic slab finishing for ceramic tile)
(glazed or unglazed) B. Section 03305 Concrete Curing
C. C
eramic tile pavers and trim units (glazed or C. Section 03410 Structural Pre-cast Concrete
unglazed)
D. Section 03532 Concrete Floor Topping
D. Quarry tile pavers and trim units (glazed or
E. Section 04200 Unit Masonry (CMU wall
unglazed)
substrates)
E. Porcelain tile
F. Section 04300 Stone
F. Glass mosaics
G. Section 06100 Rough Carpentry (plywood
G. Special purpose tile sub-floors)
H. Decorative thin wall tile H. Section 07110 Membrane Waterproofing
I. Installation Products; adhesives, mortars, I. Section 07920 Elastomeric Joint Sealants
grouts and sealants
J. Section 09250 Gypsum Board Assemblies
J. Waterproofing membranes for ceramic tile
K. Section 09385 Stone Tile
work
L. Section 10800 Washroom Accessories
K. Anti-fracture membranes for ceramic tile
work M. Section 15440 Plumbing Fixtures
L. Sound control underlayments NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Above are examples of typical broad
scope and narrow scope sections related to ceramic tile
M. Thresholds, trim, cementitious backer units installation. Edit for applicable related sections.
and other accessories specified herein.
1.7 Allowances
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable procedures and
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for detail of applicable
materials.
ALLOWANCES; coordinate with Section 01020 Allowances.
Allowances in the form of unit pricing are sometimes
1.3 Products Furnished But Not Installed used when the scope of the tile work at time of bid is
Under This Section undetermined.
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable products
1.8 Alternates
1.4 Products Installed But Not Furnished NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable ALTERNATES.
Under This Section Alternates may be used to evaluate varying levels of
performance of setting systems or to assist in the selection
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable products.
of the tile by economy.

1.9 Reference Standards M. American Society For Testing And Materials

A. American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) (ASTM) C150 Standard Specification for
Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Portland Cement
Steel Structural Members N. American Society For Testing And Materials
B. A
merican National Standards Institute (ASTM) C171 Standard Specification for
(ANSI) A137.1 American National Standard Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete
Specifications For Ceramic Tile O. American Society For Testing And Materials
C. A
merican National Standards Institute (ASTM) C241 Standard Test Method for
(ANSI) A108.01 – A108.17 American National Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to
Standard Specifications For The Installation Foot Traffic
Of Ceramic Tile P. American Society For Testing And Materials
D. American National Standards Institute (ASTM) C267 Standard Test Method for
(ANSI) A118.1 – A118.12 American National Chemical Resistance of Mortars, Grouts, and
Standard Specifications For The Installation Monolithic Surfacings
Of Ceramic Tile Q. American Society For Testing And Materials
E. A
merican National Standards Institute (ASTM) C482 Standard Test Method for
(ANSI) A136.1 American National Standard Bond Strength of Ceramic Tile to Portland
Specifications For The Installation Of Cement
Ceramic Tile R. American Society For Testing And Materials
F. A
merican Plywood Association (APA) Y510T (ASTM) C503 Standard Specification for
Plywood Design Specifications Marble Dimension Stone (Exterior)
G. American Society For Testing And Materials S. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) A82 Standard Specification for Steel (ASTM) C531 Standard Test Method for
Wire, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement Linear Shrinkage and Coefficient of Thermal
H. American Society For Testing And Materials Expansion of Chemical-Resistant Mortars,
(ASTM) A185 Standard Specification for Grouts, Monolithic Surfacings and Polymer
Steel Welded Wire Fabric, Plain, for Concrete Concretes
Reinforcement T. American Society For Testing And Materials
I. American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM) C627 Standard Test Method for
(ASTM) C33 Standard Specification for Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile Installation
Concrete Aggregate Systems Using the Robinson-Type Floor
Tester
J. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C36 Standard Specification for U. American Society For Testing And Materials
Gypsum Wallboard (ASTM) C794 Standard Test Method for
Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint
K. American Society For Testing And Materials
Sealants
(ASTM) C109 Standard Test Method
for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic V. American Society For Testing And Materials
Cement Mortars (Using 2" or 50 mm Cube (ASTM) C847 Standard Specification for
Specimens) Metal Lath
L. American Society For Testing And Materials W. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C144 Standard Specification for (ASTM) C905 Standard Test Method for
Aggregate for Masonry Mortar Apparent Density of Chemical-Resistant
Mortars, Grouts, and Monolithic Surfacings

X. American Society For Testing And Materials II. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C920 Standard Specification for (ASTM) E84 Standard Test Method for
Elastomeric Joint Sealants Surface Burning Characteristics of Building
Y. American Society For Testing And Materials Materials
(ASTM) C955 Standard Specification for Load JJ. American Society For Testing And Materials
Bearing (Transverse and Axial) Steel Studs, (ASTM) E90 Standard Test Method for
Runners (Tracks), and Bracing or Bridging Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound
for Screw Application of Gypsum Board and Transmission Loss of Building Partitions
Metal Plaster Bases KK. American Society For Testing And Materials
Z. American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM) E96 Standard Test Methods for
(ASTM) D226 Standard Specification for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials
Asphalt-Saturated Organic Felt Used in LL. American Society For Testing And Materials
Roofing And Waterproofing (ASTM) E413 Standard Classification for
AA. American Society For Testing And Materials Rating Sound Insulation
(ASTM) D227 Standard Specification for MM. American Society For Testing And Materials
Coal-Tar Saturated Organic Felt Used in (ASTM) E492 Standard Test Method
Roofing and Waterproofing for Laboratory Measurement of Impact
BB. American Society For Testing And Materials Sound Transmission Through Floor-Ceiling
(ASTM) D751 Standard Test Method for Assemblies Using the Tapping Machine
Coated Fabrics NN. American Society For Testing And Materials
CC. American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM) E989 Standard Classification for
(ASTM) D751 Standard Test Method for Determination of Impact Insulation Class
Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness (IIC)
DD. American Society For Testing And Materials OO. American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASTM) D1248 Standard Test Method for (ASME) – ASME A112.6.3 Floor and Trench
Staining of Porous Substances by Joint Drains
Sealants PP. Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute
EE. American Society For Testing And Materials (CSSBI) Lightweight Steel Framing Binder
(ASTM) D2240 Standard Test Method for {Publication 52M}
Coated Fabrics QQ. Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
FF. American Society For Testing And Materials Bulletin No. 750 Impact Noise Control in
(ASTM) D4263 Standard Test Method for Multifamily Dwellings
Indicating Moisture in Concrete by The RR. Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Plastic Sheet Method TS 28 A Guide to Airborne, Impact
GG. American Society For Testing And Materials and Structure-borne Noise-Control in
(ASTM) D4397 Standard Specification for Multifamily Dwellings
Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, SS. Materials And Methods Standards
Industrial and Agricultural Applications Association (MMSA) Bulletins 1 – 16
HH. American Society For Testing And Materials TT. Metal Lath/Steel Framing Association
(ASTM) D4716 Standard Test Method for (ML/SFA) 540 Lightweight Steel Framing
Determining the (In Plane) Flow Rate Per Systems Manual
Unit Width and Hydraulic Transmissivity of
a Geo-synthetic Using a Constant Head

UU. Steel Stud Manufacturers Association GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality

(SSMA) Product Technical Information and Certified® by the GREENGUARD
ICBO Evaluation Service, Inc. Report ER- Environmental Institute under the
4943P GREENGUARD Standard for Low
VV. Terrazzo, Tile And Marble Association Of Emitting Products” for each tile
Canada (TTMAC) Specification Guide 09300 installation product used to verify Low
Tile Installation Manual VOC product information.
WW. Tile Council Of North America (TCNA) 2. Contractor’s certification of LEED
Handbook For Ceramic Tile Installation Compliance: Submit Contractor’s
certification verifying the installation of
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable reference standards.
specified LEED Compliant products.
1.10 System Description 3. Product Cut Sheets for all materials that
A. Ceramic mosaic floor tile installed over meet the LEED performance criteria.
concrete floor slabs using latex-modified Submit Product Cut Sheets with Contractor
Portland cement mortar and latex Portland or Subcontractor’s stamp, as confirmation
cement grout joints. that submitted products were installed
B. Quarry tile and base installed using latex on Project.
modified Portland cement mortar over a 4. Material Safety Data Sheets for all
plastic Portland cement mortar bed or over a applicable products.
cured (pre-floated) Portland cement mortar
B. LEED Credit Submittals for the following;
bed with epoxy grouted joints.
1. LEED Construction Guide for Green
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: The above systems are example
descriptions; edit for additional applicable systems. Building Design and Construction, 2009
Edition Credit EQ 4.1: Manufacturer’s
1.11 Submittals product data for tile installation materials,
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable requirements. including GREENGUARD Certificate on
A. Submittal Requirements: Submit the GREENGUARD letterhead stating product
following “Required LEED Criteria” VOC content.
certification items as listed below. Refer to 2. LEED Construction Guide for Green
Division 1 for additional requirements: Building Design and Construction, 2009
1. A completed LEED Environmental Building Edition Credit EQ 4.3: Manufacturer’s
Materials Certification Form. Information product data for tile installation materials,
to be supplied generally includes: including GREENGUARD Certificate on
GREENGUARD letterhead stating product
a. Manufacturing plant locations for tile
VOC content.
installation products.
b. LEED Credits as listed in Part 1.4B “LEED
Building Design and Construction, 2009
Credit Submittals”.
Edition Credit MR 2.1: (Divert 50% from
c. GREENGUARD Environmental Disposal) Manufacturer’s packaging
Institute certificates or GreenGuard showing recycle symbol for appropriate
Environmental Institute Schools & disposition in construction waste
Children certificates provided by the management.
tile installation materials manufacturer
on GREENGUARD letterhead
Building Design and Construction, 2009
stating “This product has been
Edition Credit MR 2.1: (Divert 75% from

Disposal) Manufacturer’s packaging 10. LEED Schools Reference Guide

showing recycle symbol for appropriate (Educational Projects Only), 2007
disposition in construction waste Edition Credit EQ 10 (Mold Prevention):
management. Manufacturer’s packaging and/or data
5. L EED Construction Guide for Green showing anti-microbial protection in
Building Design and Construction, 2009 product(s).
Edition Credit MR 4.1: Manufacturer’s C. S
ubmit shop drawings and manufacturers’
product data showing post-consumer product data under provisions of Section
and/or pre-consumer recycled content. (01300) (01340)
6. L EED Construction Guide for Green D. S
ubmit samples of each type/style/finish/
Building Design and Construction, 2009 size/color of ceramic tile, mosaic, paver,
Edition Credit MR 4.2: Manufacturer’s trim unit or threshold under provisions of
product data showing post-consumer Section (01300) (01340)
and/or pre-consumer recycled content. E. Submit manufacturers’ installation
7. L EED Construction Guide for Green instructions under provisions of Section
Building Design and Construction, 2009 (01300) (01340)
Edition Credit MR 5.1 10% Extracted, F. Submit manufacturer’s certification under
Processed & Manufactured Regionally): provisions of Section (01405) that the
Product data indicating location of materials supplied conform to ANSI A137.1.
material manufacturer for regionally
G. Submit proof of warranty.
manufactured materials.
H. Submit sample of installation system
a. Include statement indicating cost and
demonstrating compatibility/functional
distance from manufacturer to Project
relationships between adhesives, mortars,
for each regionally manufactured
grouts and other components under
product.
provision of Section (01300) (01340). Submit
8. L EED Construction Guide for Green proof from tile or stone manufacturer or
Building Design and Construction, 2009 supplier verifying suitability of tile or stone
Edition Credit MR 5.2 (20% Extracted, for specific application and use; including
Processed & Manufactured Regionally): dimensional stability, water absorption,
Product data indicating location of freeze/thaw resistance (if applicable),
material manufacturer for regionally resistance to thermal cycling, and other
manufactured materials. characteristics that the may project may
a. Include statement indicating cost and require. These characteristics must be
distance from manufacturer to Project reviewed and approved by the project
for each regionally manufactured design professional(s).
product. I. Submit list from manufacturer of installation
9. LEED Schools Reference Guide system/adhesive/mortar/grout identifying a
(Educational Projects Only), 2007 Edition minimum of three (3) similar projects, each
Credit EQ 9 (Enhanced Acoustical with a minimum of ten (10) years service.
Performance): Impact noise reduction J. F or alternate materials, at least thirty (30)
test reports and product data on sound days before bid date submit independent
control product(s). laboratory test results confirming
compliance with specifications listed in Part
2 – Products.

1.12 Quality Assurance D. Installer qualifications: company

A. Tile Manufacturer (single source specializing in installation of ceramic tile,
responsibility): Company specializing in mosaics, pavers, trim units and thresholds
ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, trim units with five (5) years documented experience
and/or thresholds with three (3) years with installations of similar scope, materials
minimum experience. Obtain tile from a and design.
single source with resources to provide 1.13 Mock-Ups
products of consistent quality in appearance A. Provide mock-up of each type/style/finish/
and physical properties. size/color of ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers,
B. Installation System Manufacturer trim unit and threshold, along with respective
(single source responsibility): Company installation adhesives, mortars, grouts and
specializing in adhesives, mortars, grouts other installation materials, under provisions
and other installation materials with ten (10) of Section (01400) (01405).
years minimum experience and ISO 9001
1.14 Pre-Installation Conference
certification. Obtain installation materials
Pre-installation conference: At least three
from single source manufacturer to insure
weeks prior to commencing the work attend a
consistent quality and full compatibility.
meeting at the jobsite to discuss conformance
C. Submit laboratory confirmation of adhesives, with requirements of specification and job
mortars, grouts and other installation site conditions. Representatives of owner,
materials: architect, general contractor, tile subcontractor,
1. Identify proper usage of specified materials Tile Manufacturer, Installation System
using positive analytical method. Manufacturer and any other parties who are
2. Identify compatibility of specified materials involved in the scope of this installation must
using positive analytical method. attend the meeting.
3. Identify proper color matching of specified
materials using a positive analytical
method.

1.15 Delivery, Storage and Handling and 90°F (32°C) at time of installation. It is
A. AcceptanceatSite:deliverandstorepackaged the General Contractor’s responsibility to
materials in original containers with seals maintain temperature control.
unbroken and labels, including grade seal, 1.17 Sequencing and Scheduling
intact until time of use, in accordance with A. Coordinate installation of tile work with
manufacturer’s instructions. related work.
B. Store ceramic tile and installation system B. Proceed with tile work only after curbs,
materials in a dry location; handle in a vents, drains, piping, and other projections
manner to prevent chipping, breakage, and through substrate have been installed and
contamination. when substrate construction and framing of
C. Protect latex additives, organic adhesives, openings have been completed.
epoxy adhesives and sealants from NOTES FOR SPECIFIER: Edit for project specific sequence
freezing or overheating in accordance with and scheduling.
manufacturer’s instructions; store at room
temperature when possible. 1.18 Warranty
The Contractor warrants the work of this
D. Store portland cement mortars and grouts
Section to be in accordance with the Contract
in a dry location.
Documents and free from faults and defects
1.16 Project/Site Conditions in materials and workmanship for a period
A. Provide ventilation and protection of 25 years. The manufacturer of adhesives,
of environment as recommended by mortars, grouts and other installation materials
manufacturer. shall provide a written twenty five (25) year
B. Prevent carbon dioxide damage to ceramic warranty, which covers materials and labor
tile, mosaics, pavers, trim, thresholds, as – reference LATICRETE Warranty Data Sheet
well as adhesives, mortars, grouts and other 025.0 for complete details and requirements.
installation materials, by venting temporary For exterior facades over steel or wood framing,
heaters to the exterior. the manufacturer of adhesives, mortars, grouts
and other installation materials shall provide
C. Maintain ambient temperatures not less
a written ten (10) year warranty, which covers
than 50°F (10°C) or more than 100°F (38°C)
replacement of LATICRETE products only –
during installation and for a minimum of
reference LATICRETE Warranty Data Sheet
seven (7) days after completion. Setting
230.15 for complete details and requirements.
of portland cement is retarded by low
temperatures. Protect work for extended 1.19 Maintenance
period of time and from damage by other Submit maintenance data under provisions
trades. Installation with latex portland of Section 01730. Include cleaning methods,
cement mortars requires substrate, ambient cleaning solutions recommended, stain
and material temperatures at least 37°F removal methods, as well as polishes and
(3°C). There should be no ice in slab. waxes recommended.
Freezing after installation will not damage 1.20 Extra Materials Stock
latex portland cement mortars. Protect Upon completion of the work of this Section,
portland cement based mortars and grouts deliver to the Owner 2% minimum additional
from direct sunlight, radiant heat, forced tile and trim shape of each type, color, pattern
ventilation (heat and cold) and drafts until and size used in the Work, as well as extra
cured to prevent premature evaporation of stock of adhesives, mortars, grouts and other
moisture. Epoxy mortars and grouts require installation materials for the Owner’s use in
surface temperatures between 60°F (16°C)

Section 2: Part 2 – Products
replacement and maintenance. Extra stock is 2.5 Performance Specification – Tile

to be from same production run or batch as Installation Accessories
original tile and installation materials. A. Waterproofing Membrane to be thin, cold
PART 2 – PRODUCTS applied, single component liquid and
load bearing. Reinforcing fabric to be non-
2.1 Tile Manufacturers
woven rot-proof specifically intended for
Subject to compliance with paragraphs 1.12 and
waterproofing membrane. Waterproofing
performance requirements, provide products
Membrane to be non-toxic, non-flammable,
by one of the following manufacturers:
and non-hazardous during storage, mixing,
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Provide list of acceptable tile application and when cured. It shall be
manufacturers.
certified by IAPMO and ICC approved as a
2.2 Wall TIle Materials shower pan liner and shall also meet the
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for each tile type. following physical requirements:
A. Ceramic Tile 1. Hydrostatic Test (ASTM D4068): Pass
B. Grade: 2. Elongation at break (ASTM D751): 20 –
30%
C. Size:
3. System Crack Resistance (ANSI A118.12):
D. Edge
Pass (High)
E. Finish:
4. 7 day Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.10):
F. Color >265 psi (1.8 MPa)
G. Special shapes 5. 7 day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.10)
H. Location: >200 psi (1.4 MPa)
2.3 Floor Tile Materials 6. 28 Day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for each tile type. A118.4): >214 psi (1.48 – 2.4 MPa)
A. Ceramic Tile 7. Service Rating (TCA/ASTM C627): Extra
Heavy
B. Grade:
8. Total VOC Content: < 0.05 mg/m3
C. Size:
B. Epoxy Waterproofing Membrane to be 3
D. Edge
component epoxy, trowel applied specifically
E. Finish: designed to be used under ceramic tile,
F. Color stone or brick and requires only 24 hours
G. Special shapes prior to flood testing:
H. Location: 1. Breaking Strength (ANSI A118.10): 450 –
530 psi (3.1-3.6 MPa)
2.4 Ceramic Tile Installation Materials
Manufacturer 2. Waterproofness (ANSI A118.10): No Water
A. L ATICRETE International, Inc., penetration
1 Laticrete Park North, 3. 7 day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.10):
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA 110 – 150 psi (0.8 – 1 MPa)
Phone +1.800.243.4788, +1203.393.0010 4. 28 Day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
support@laticrete.com, www.laticrete.com; A118.10): 90 – 120 psi (0.6 – 0.83 MPa)
www.laticrete.com/green
5. 12 Week Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Use either the following performance A118.10): 110 – 130 psi (0.8 – 0.9 MPa)
specification or the proprietary specification.
6. Total VOC Content: <3.4 g/l

C. Crack Suppression Membrane to be thin, cold NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit applicable tile installation
accessories.
applied, single component liquid and load
bearing. Reinforcing fabric (if required or 2.6 Performance Specification – Tile
used) to be non-woven, rot-proof specifically Installation Materials
intended for crack suppression membrane. A. Sound Abatement and Crack Isolation Mat
Materials to be non-toxic, non-flammable, shall be load bearing, shock and vibration
and non-hazardous during storage, resistant. It shall be certified by independent
mixing, application and when cured. Crack laboratory testing to meet the specified
Suppression Membrane shall also meet the acoustical performance when installed in a
following physical requirements: Floor Assembly with a 6" (150 mm) concrete
1. E
longation at break (ASTM D751): 20 – slab, as well as meet the following physical
30% requirements:
2. System Crack Resistance (ANSI A118.12) 1. Service Rating (ASTM C627): Light
Pass (High) 2. Point Load (ANSI A118.12-5.2): >1250 psi
3. 7 day Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.10): (8.6 MPa)
265 – 300 psi (1.8 – 2.0 MPa) 3. Installed Weight (ASTM C905 Modified):
4. 7 day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.10) 2.6 lbs/ft2 (12.8 kg/m2)
200 – 275 psi (1.4 – 1.9 MPa) 4. Delta Impact Insulation Class (ΔIIC; ASTM
5. 28 Day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI E2179): 20
A118.4): >214 – 343 psi (1.48 – 2.4 MPa) B. Sound Abatement and Crack Suppression
6. S
ervice Rating (TCA/ASTM C627): Extra Adhesive shall comply with ANSI A118.12,
Heavy provide an Extra Heavy rating and provide a
7. Total VOC Content: < 0.05 mg/m3 minimum ΔIIC of 15:
D. Wire Reinforcing: 2" x 2" (50 x 50 mm) x 16 1. Service Rating (ASTM C627): Extra Heavy
ASW gauge or 0.0625" (1.6 mm) diameter 2. Delta Impact Insulation Class (ΔIIC; ASTM
galvanized steel welded wire mesh E2179): 15
complying with ANSI A108.02 3.7, ASTM 3. Point Load (ANSI A118.12 5.2): >1000 psi
A185 and ASTM A82. (6.9 MPa)
E. Cleavage membrane: 15 pound asphalt 4. Minimum Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
saturated, non-perforated roofing felt A118.12): 100psi (0.7 MPa)
complying with ASTM D226, 15 pound coal
C. Moisture Vapor Reduction to be epoxy based
tar saturated, non-perforated roofing felt
and GreenGuard compliant as well as
complying with ASTM D227 or 4.0 mils
meet the following physical requirements:
(0.1 mm) thick polyethylene plastic film
complying with ASTM D4397. 1. Shear Bond to Concrete (ANSI A118.12 –
5.1.5): >285 psi (2.0 MPa)
F. C
ementitious backer board units: size and
thickness as specified, complying with ANSI 2. Alkalinity Resistance (ASTM C267): Pass
A118.9. 3. Permeability (ASTM F1869): 9.7 lbs/1,000
G. Thresholds: Provide marble saddles ft2/ 24 hours down to 0.2 lbs/1,000 ft2/24
complying with ASTM C241 for abrasion hours (248 µg/s•m2 down to 11 µg/s•m2)
resistance and ASTM C503 for exterior
use, in color, size, shape and thickness as
indicated on drawings.

D. Latex Portland Cement Mortar for thick 6. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3
beds, screeds, leveling beds and scratch/ 7. Cured Epoxy Adhesive to be chemically and
plaster coats to be weather, frost, shock stain resistant to ketchup, mustard, tea,
resistant and meet the following physical coffee, milk, soda, beer, wine, bleach (5%
requirements: solution), ammonia, juices, vegetable oil,
1. C
ompressive Strength (ANSI A118.4 detergents, brine, sugar, cosmetics and
Modified): >4000 psi (27.6 MPa) blood, as well as chemically resistant to
2. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.6): ≤ 5% dilute food acids, dilute alkalis, gasoline,
turpentine and mineral spirits.
3. S
ervice Rating (TCA/ASTM C627): Extra
Heavy G. L atex Portland Cement Thin Bed Mortar for
thin set and slurry bond coats to be weather,
4. Smoke and Flame Contribution (ASTM
frost, shock resistant, non-flammable and
E84 Modified): 0
meet the following physical requirements:
5. Total VOC Content: < 0.05 mg/m3
1. Compressive strength (ANSI A118.4):
E. Self-Leveling Underlayment shall be >2500 psi (17.2 MPa)
mixed with water to produce a pumpable,
2. Bond strength (ANSI A118.4): >450 psi
fast setting, free flowing cementitious
(3.1 MPa)
underlayment which can be poured from a
feather-edge to 1-1/2" (38 mm) thick in one 3. Smoke and Flame Contribution (ASTM
pour. E84 Modified): 0
1. 4 Hour Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.4 4. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3
Mod.): >1500 psi (10.3 MPa) H. Organic Adhesive shall be non-flammable,
2. 1 Day Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.4 water resistant, latex adhesive and shall
Mod.): >2800 psi (19.3 MPa) meet the following physical requirements:
3. 2
8 Day Compressive Strength (ANSI 1. Open Time (ANSI A136.1): 70 minutes at
A118.4 Mod.): >4300 psi (29.7 MPa) 75°F (24°C)
4. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.7): >500 psi 2. Color: White
(3.5 MPa) 3. Density (ANSI A136.1): 13.2 lbs/gal
5. Time To Foot Traffic: 3 – 4 Hours (1.6 kg/l)
6. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3 I. Epoxy Grout (Industrial) to be non-flammable,
chemical resistant 100% solids epoxy with
F. Epoxy Adhesive to be chemical resistant
high temperature resistance and meeting the
100% solids epoxy with high temperature
following physical requirements:
resistance and meet the following minimum
physical requirements: 1. Initial Set Time (ANSI A118.5): Pass
(4 hours)
1. Compressive strength (ANSI A118.3):
>5000 psi (34.4 MPa) 2. Service Set Time (ANSI A118.5): Pass
(<7 days)
hear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3): >1250
2. S
psi (8.6 MPa) 3. Shrinkage (ANSI A118.3): Pass (0.07%)
3. Thermal Shock Resistance (ANSI A118.3): 4. Sag (ANSI A118.3): Pass (no sag)
>600 psi (4.1 MPa) 5. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3; quarry
4. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.3): >1400 psi tile): 1000 psi (6.9 MPa)
(9.6 MPa) 6. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.3):
5. Shrinkage (ANSI A118.3): 0 – 0.1% 15500 psi (107 MPa)

Section 2: Part 3 – Execution Statement
7. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.5): 2600 psi 3. F lexural Strength (ANSI A118.7): >1250 psi
(18.0 MPa) (8.6 MPa)
8. Thermal Shock Resistance (ANSI A118.3): 4. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.7): <5%
500 psi (3.4 MPa) 5. L inear Shrinkage (ANSI A118.7): <0.05 %
9. Cured Epoxy Grout to be chemically and 6. Smoke and Flame Contribution (ASTM
stain resistant to ketchup, mustard, tea, E84 Modified): 0
coffee, milk, soda, beer, wine, bleach (3%
7. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3
solution), ammonia, juices, vegetable
oil, detergents, brine, sugar, cosmetics L. Expansion and Control Joint Sealant to be a
and blood, as well as being chemically one component, neutral cure, exterior grade
resistant to dilute food/mineral acids, silicone sealant and meet the following
gasoline and mineral spirits. requirements:
J. Epoxy Grout (Commercial/Residential) shall 1. Tensile Strength (ASTM C794): 280 psi
be non-toxic, non-flammable, non-hazardous (1.9 MPa)
during storage, mixing, application and when 2. Hardness (ASTM D751; Shore A):
cured and shall meet the following physical 25 (colored sealant) /15 (clear sealant)
requirements: 3. Weather Resistance (QUV Weather-
1. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.3): 3500 ometer): 10000 hours (no change)
psi (24 MPa) M. R
oof Decks (and other exterior paving
2. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3): 1000 applications over occupied/storage spaces)
psi (6.9 MPa) shall consist of a Primary Roofing/
3. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.3): 1100 psi Waterproofing Membrane, as specified in
(7.6 MPa) Section 0700 (q.v.), and a lightweight, frost/
weather resistant installation system for
4. Thermal Shock (ANSI A118.3): >500 psi
tile, pavers, brick and stone that provides
(3.5 MPa)
integral subsurface drainage and meets the
5. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.3): <0.5 % following physical requirements:
6. Vertical Joint Sag (ANSI A118.3): Pass 1. Compressive Strength (ASTM C109
7. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3 Modified): 3000 psi (20.7 MPa)
8. Cured Epoxy Grout to be chemically and 2. Hydraulic Transmissivity (ASTM D4716):
stain resistant to ketchup, mustard, tea, 1.6 gal/minute (6.1 l/minute)
coffee, milk, soda, beer, wine, bleach (5% 3. Service Rating (ASTM C627): Extra Heavy
solution), ammonia, juices, vegetable oil,
N. Spot Bonding Epoxy Adhesive for installing
brine, sugar, cosmetics, and blood, as well
tile, brick and stone over vertical and
as chemically resistant to dilute acids and
overhead surfaces shall be high strength,
dilute alkalis.
high temperature resistant, non-sag
K. Latex Portland Cement Grout to be weather, and shall meet the following physical
frost and shock resistant, as well as meet requirements:
the following physical requirements:
1. Thermal Shock Resistance (ANSI A118.3):
1. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.7): 4500 >1000 psi (6.9 MPa)
psi (31 MPa)
2. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.3): 0.1 %
2. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.7): >500 psi
3. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.3):
(3.45 MPa)
>8300 psi (57.2 MPa)

4. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3 D. MoistureVaporReduction:LATAPOXY312Vapor

Modified): >730 psi (5 MPa) Reduction Membrane** as manufactured by
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit applicable tile installation LATICRETE International, Inc.
materials. E. Epoxy Adhesive: LATAPOXY 300 Adhesive**
2.7 Proprietary Specification – Tile as manufactured by LATICRETE International,
Installation Accessories Inc.
Installation accessories as manufactured by F. Latex Portland Cement Thin Bed Mortar:
LATICRETE International, Inc., LATICRETE 254 Platinum** as manufactured
1 LATICRETE Park North, by LATICRETE International, Inc.
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA. G. Sound & Crack Isolation Adhesive:
Phone +1.800.243.4788, LATICRETE 125 Sound & Crack Adhesive** as
www.laticrete.com manufactured by LATICRETE International,
A. Waterproofing Membrane: LATICRETE® Inc.
Hydro Ban™** as manufactured by LATICRETE H. Organic Adhesive: LATICRETE 15 Premium
International, Inc. Mastic as manufactured by LATICRETE
B. Epoxy Waterproofing Membrane: LATAPOXY® International, Inc.
24hr HydroProofing™ as manufactured by I. Epoxy Grout (Industrial): LATAPOXY 2000
LATICRETE International, Inc. Industrial Grout** as manufactured by
C. Crack Suppression Membrane: LATICRETE LATICRETE International, Inc.
Blue 92 Anti-Fracture Membrane** as J. Epoxy Grout (Commercial/Residential):
manufactured by LATICRETE International, LATICRETE SpectraLOCK® PRO Grout† as
Inc. manufactured by LATICRETE International,
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit applicable tile installation Inc.
accessories.
K. Latex Portland Cement Grout: LATICRETE
2.8Proprietary Specification – Tile PermaColor™ Grout^ as manufactured by
Installation Materials LATICRETE International, Inc.
Installation materials as manufactured by L. Expansion and Control Joint Sealant:
LATICRETE International, Inc., LATICRETE Latasil as manufactured by
1 LATICRETE Park North, LATICRETE International, Inc.
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA.
M. Roof Deck: LATICRETE Plaza & Deck
Phone +1.800.243.4788,
System as manufactured by LATICRETE
www.laticrete.com; www.laticrete.com/green
International, Inc.
A. S
ound Control Underlayment: LATICRETE
N. Spot Bonding Epoxy Adhesive: LATAPOXY
170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat (Standard
310 Stone Adhesive (Standard or Rapid
or PLUS Configurations) as manufactured by
Grade) as manufactured by LATICRETE
International, Inc.
B. Latex-Portland Cement Mortar for thick
beds, screeds, leveling beds and scratch/
plaster coats: LATICRETE 3701 Fortified
Mortar Bed** as manufactured by LATICRETE
International, Inc.
C. Self-Leveling Underlayment: LATICRETE 86
LatiLevel™** as manufactured by LATICRETE
International, Inc.

Part 3 – Execution 5. Not leveled with gypsum or asphalt based

3.1 Substrate Examination compounds;
A. Verify that surfaces to be covered with 6. Dry as per American Society for Testing
ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, brick, stone, and Materials (ASTM) D4263 “Standard
trim or waterproofing are: Test for Determining Moisture in Concrete
1. S
ound, rigid and conform to good design/ by the Plastic Sheet Method.”
engineering practices; B. Concrete surfaces shall also be:
2. S
ystems, including the framing system 1. Cured a minimum of 28 days at 70°F (21°C),
and panels, over which tile or stone will including an initial seven (7) day period of
be installed shall be in conformance wet curing;
with the International Residential Code NOTE TO SPECIFIER: LATICRETE® latex portland cement
(IRC) for residential applications, the mortars do not require a minimum cure time for concrete
International Building Code (IBC) for substrates or mortar beds;
commercial applications, or applicable 2. Wood float finished, or better, if the

building codes. The project design should installation is to be done by the thin bed
include the intended use and necessary method;
allowances for the expected live load, C. Advise General Contractor and Architect of
concentrated load, impact load, and dead any surface or substrate conditions requiring
load including the weight of the finish and correction before tile work commences.
installation materials; Beginning of work constitutes acceptance of
3. Clean and free of dust, dirt, oil, grease, substrate or surface conditions.
sealers, curing compounds, laitance,
3.2 Surface Preparation
efflorescence, form oil, loose plaster,
A. Requirements
paint, and scale;
Steam Rooms require a waterproofing
4. Thin-set tile installations have a specified
membrane on all surfaces to prevent
subsurface tolerance, for instance 1/4"
moisture from penetrating adjoining spaces.
in 10' (6 mm in 3 m) and 1/16" in 1' (1.5
Additionally, a vapor barrier (6 mil thick
mm in 300 mm), to conform with the ANSI
polyethylene sheeting or #15 Builders Felt)
specifications. Because thin-set is not
must be installed over the steel framing (or
intended to be used in truing or leveling
substrate) and behind the insulation board.
the work of others, the subsurface typically
Vapor barrier shall be designed for relative
should not vary by more than 1/16" over
temperature exposure. Install vapor barrier so
1' (1.5 mm over 300 mm), nor more than
that it laps over the shower pan waterproofing
1/32" (0.8 mm) between adjoining edges
membrane so that condensation can drain into
where applicable (e.g. between sheets
the shower pan (not behind it) – see associated
of exterior glue plywood or between
detail SR-614. All steam rooms will require
adjacent concrete masonry units).
adequate insulation on walls and ceilings to
Should the architect/designer require a
reduce moisture condensation at temperature
more stringent tolerance (e.g. 1/8" in 10'
variations. Slope ceilings 2" per foot (50 mm
[3 mm in 3 m] ), the subsurface specification
per 300 mm) minimum to avoid condensation
must reflect that tolerance, or the tile
from dripping onto occupants. Install open slip
specification must include a specific and
joints in all corners between walls and ceiling
separate requirement to bring the 1/4"
and to divide areas that exceed 16' (480 cm)
(6 mm) subsurface tolerance into
in length. For more information on the floor
compliance with the 1/8" (6 mm) tolerance
desired;
installation; follow method ESB414. For more B. Lath and Plaster Method: Install prior to
information on the wall and ceiling installation; installing the waterproofing membrane:
follow method ES-W221(I). Install cleavage membrane complying
Structure to receive the installation assembly with current revision of ANSI A108.02 (3.8
must be sound, solid, well bonded, stripped Membrane or cleavage membrane). Install
clean and free from dust, wax, grease, sealer metal lath complying with the current
and all other contamination which may reduce revision of ANSI A108.1 (3.3 Requirements
or prevent adhesion. for lathing and portland cement plastering,
ANSI A108.02 (3.6 Metal lath) and A108.1A
B. Bonded Thick Bed – Pitch Layer Over Floor
(1.0 – 1.2, 1.4, and 5.1). Apply latex-portland
Substrate – To provide pitch over a concrete
cement mortar as scratch/leveling coat over
deck, prepare a LATICRETE® latex leveling
wire lath, concrete or masonry in compliance
bed mix (see § 3.4D thick bed mortar
with current revision of ANSI A108.01
material below applied over a slurry bond
(3.3.5.1) and A108.1A (1.4). Float surface of
coat consisting of LATICRETE 254 Platinum).
scratch/leveling coat plumb, true and allow
Apply mortar over dampened substrate.
mortar to set until firm. For installation of
Pitch layer 1/4" per 1' (6 mm per 0.3 m) per
tile, brick or stone, follow Thin Bed Method
ANSI A108.1A (2.3.4).
(§ 3.4E).
C. List other Substrates as required and means
Use the following LATICRETE® System Materials
of preparation as required)
LATICRETE 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed
(Insert any Special Means of Preparation –
LATICRETE 254 Platinum
In addition to the surface preparation
requirements listed above; …) References
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 100.0; 677.0
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: The above are example surface
categories; edit for project specific surfaces and conditions. LATICRETE MSDS: 3701FMB; 254
3.3 Installation – Accessories GREENGUARD Certificates: 3701FMB; 254

(edit as required) LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 106, 114,
122, 199, 204
3.4 Installation – Tile, Brick and Stone
A. General: Install in accordance with current C. Waterproofing Membrane installed over pre-
versions of American National Standards sloped floor substrate under the mortar bed
Institute, Inc. (ANSI) “A108 American and over vertical Lath and Plaster portland
National Standard Specifications for cement scratch and brown coat walls and
Installation of Ceramic Tile” and TCNA ceilings. Membrane must be used on all
“Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation.” areas in the steam room. Loop membrane
Cut and fit ceramic tile, brick or stone neatly into all slip joints to allow for movement in
around corners, fittings, and obstructions. these areas.
Perimeter pieces to be minimum half tile, NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Adhesives/mastics, mortars and grouts
brick or stone. Chipped, cracked, split for ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, brick and stone are not
replacements for waterproofing membranes and will not
pieces and edges are not acceptable. Make prevent water penetration into occupied or storage spaces
joints even, straight, plumb and of uniform below. Drains must be a two-part clamping ring style drains
width to tolerance +/- 1/16" over 8' (1.5 mm with weepers and as per ASME A112.6.3. Place tile spacers
or gravel around weep holes to prevent mortar from clogging
in 2.4 m). Install divider strips at junction of the weep holes.
flooring and dissimilar materials.

Install the waterproofing membrane in Pre-Treat Penetrations – Allow for a minimum

compliance with current revisions of ANSI 1/8" (3 mm) space between drains, pipes,
A108.1 (2.7 Waterproofing) and ANSI A108.13. lights, or other penetrations and surrounding
Review the installation and plan the application ceramic tile, stone or brick. Pack any gaps
sequence. Pre-cut LATICRETE Waterproofing/ around pipes, lights or other penetrations with
Anti-Fracture Fabric (if required), allowing 2" a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin-set. Apply a
(50 mm) for overlap at ends and sides to fit liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban around
the areas as required. Roll up the pieces for penetration opening. Cover the first coat with
easy handling and placement. Shake or stir a second liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban.
LATICRETE Hydro Ban™ before using. Bring LATICRETE Hydro Ban up to level of tile or
Pre-Treat Cracks and Joints – Fill all substrate stone. When LATICRETE Hydro Ban has dried
cracks, cold joints and control joints to a smooth to the touch seal with LATICRETE Latasil.
finish using a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin- Main Application – Allow any pre-treated
set. Alternatively, a liberal coat* of LATICRETE areas to dry to the touch. Apply a liberal coat*
Hydro Ban applied with a paint brush or trowel of LATICRETE Hydro Ban with a paint brush or
may be used to fill in non-structural joints and heavy napped roller over substrate including
cracks. Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE pre-treated areas and allow to dry to the touch.
Hydro Ban approximately 8" (200 mm) wide Install another liberal coat* of LATICRETE
over substrate cracks, cold joints, and control Hydro Ban over the first coat. Let the top coat
joints using a paint brush or heavy napped of LATICRETE Hydro Ban dry to the touch
paint roller. approximately 1 – 2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and
Pre-Treat Coves and Floor/Wall Intersections – 50% RH. When the top coat has dried to the
Fill all substrate coves and floor/wall transitions touch inspect the surface for pinholes, voids,
to a smooth finish and changes in plane using a thin spots or other defects. LATICRETE Hydro
LATICRETE latex-fortified thin-set. Alternatively, Ban will dry to an olive green color when fully
a liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban applied cured. Use additional LATICRETE Hydro Ban to
with a paint brush or trowel may be used to seal any defects.
fill in cove joints and floor/wall transitions Movement Joints – Apply a liberal coat* of
<1/8" (3 mm) in width. Apply a liberal coat* LATICRETE Hydro Ban, approximately 8"
of LATICRETE Hydro Ban approximately 8" (200 mm) wide over the areas. Then embed
(200 mm) wide over substrate cracks, cold and loop the 6" (150 mm) wide LATICRETE
joints, and control joints using a paint brush or Waterproofing/Anti-Fracture Fabric and allow
heavy napped paint roller. the LATICRETE Hydro Ban liquid to bleed
Pre-Treat Drains – Drains must be of the through. Immediately apply a second coat of
clamping ring type, with weepers as per ASME LATICRETE Hydro Ban.
A112.6.3. Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE * Dry coat thickness is 20 – 30 mil (0.02 – 0.03" or
Hydro Ban around and over the bottom half 0.5 – 0.8 mm); consumption per coat is approximately
0.01 gal/ft2 (approx. 0.4 l/m2); coverage is approximately
of drain clamping ring. Cover with a second 100 ft2/gal (approx. 2.5 m2/l ). LATICRETE® Waterproofing/
liberal coat of LATICRETE Hydro Ban. When Anti-Fracture Fabric can be used to pre-treat cracks, joints,
the LATICRETE Hydro Ban dries, apply a bead curves, corners, drains, and penetrations with LATICRETE
Hydro Ban™.
of LATICRETE Latasil™ where the LATICRETE
Hydro Ban meets the drain throat. Install the
top half of drain clamping ring.

Protection – Provide protection for newly References

installed membrane, even if covered with a LATICRETE Data Sheets: 100.0; 677.0
thin-bed ceramic tile, stone or brick installation LATICRETE MSDS: 3701FMB; 254
against exposure to rain or other water for a
GREENGUARD Certificates: 3701FMB; 254
minimum of 2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and 50%
LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 106, 114,
RH. For temperatures between 45°F and 69°F
128, 143, 154, 199, 204
(7°C to 21°C) allow a minimum 24 hour cure
period. E. Thin Bed Method: Install latex portland
cement mortar in compliance with current
Flood Testing – Allow membrane to cure fully
revisions of ANSI A108.02 (3.11), A108.1B
before flood testing, typically a minimum
and ANSI A108.5. Use the appropriate
2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and 50% RH. Cold
trowel notch size to ensure proper bedding
conditions will require a longer curing time.
of the tile, brick or stone selected. Work
For temperatures between 50°F and 69°F (10°C
the latex portland cement mortar into good
to 21°C) allow a minimum 24 hour cure period
contact with the substrate and comb with
prior to flood testing.
notched side of trowel. Spread only as
Use the following LATICRETE® System Materials much latex portland cement mortar as can
LATICRETE® Hydro Ban™ be covered while the mortar surface is still
References wet and tacky. When installing large format
LATICRETE Detail Drawings: WP300, WP301, (>8" x 8"/200 mm x 200 mm) tile/stone,
WP302, WP303 rib/button/lug back tiles, pavers or sheet
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 663.0, 663.5 mounted ceramics/mosaics, spread latex
portland cement mortar onto the back of (i.e.
LATICRETE MSDS: Hydro Ban, Fabric
‘back-butter’) each piece/sheet in addition
GREENGUARD Certificate: Hydro Ban to trowelling latex portland cement mortar
LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 188, 189, over the substrate. Beat each piece/sheet
203, 169 into the latex portland cement mortar with
D. Bonded Thick Bed Method: Apply a slurry a beating block or rubber mallet to insure
bond coat consisting of LATICRETE 254 full bedding and flatness. Allow installation
Platinum. Apply mortar over dampened to set until firm. Clean excess latex portland
substrate. Pitch layer 1/4" per 1' (6 mm per cement mortar from tile or stone face and
300 mm) per ANSI A108.1A (2.3.4). While joints between pieces.
slurry bond coat is wet and tacky, embed Use the following LATICRETE System Materials
the mortar bed of LATICRETE 3701 Fortified LATICRETE 254 Platinum
Mortar Bed mixed with water in compliance References
with current revision of ANSI A108.1A (2.2 LATICRETE Data Sheet: 677.0
and 5.2) and compact mortar by tamping
LATICRETE MSDS: 254
with flat trowel. Screed mortar bed level
and provide correct slopes to drains. GREENGUARD Certificate: 254
Use the following LATICRETE System Materials LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 105, 118,
LATICRETE 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed 199, 209
LATICRETE 254 Platinum F. Grouting or Pointing:

NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Select one of following and specify
color for each type/color of ceramic tile, mosaic, paver, trim
unit:

1. C
hemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile- sponge into the bucket and then wring out
Grouting Epoxy (ANSI A118.3): Follow cleaning solution until sponge is damp.
manufacturer‘s recommendations for Using a circular motion, lightly scrub
minimum cure time prior to grouting. grouted surfaces with the damp sponge
Store liquid components of LATICRETE to dissolve grout film/haze. Then drag
SpectraLOCK® PRO Grout† for 24 hours sponge diagonally over the scrubbed
at 70 – 80°F (21 – 27°C) prior to use surfaces to remove froth. Rinse sponge
to facilitate mixing and application. frequently and change cleaning solution
Substrate temperature must be 40 – 95°F at least every 50 ft2 (4.7 m2). Discard
(4 – 35°C). Verify joints are free of dirt, sponges as they become “gummy” with
debris or grout spacers. Sponge or wipe residue. Within one (1) hour of finishing
dust/dirt off tile faces and remove water first cleaning, clean the same area again
standing in joints. Apply grout release to following the same procedure but utilizing
face of absorptive, abrasive, non-slip or a clean white scrub pad and fresh cleaning
rough textured ceramic tile, pavers, bricks, solution. Rinse scrub pad frequently.
stone or trim units that are not hot paraffin Drag a clean sponge diagonally over the
coated to facilitate cleaning. Cut open scrubbed surfaces to remove froth. Use
pouch and pour LATICRETE SpectraLOCK each side of sponge only once before
PRO Grout Part A Liquid into a clean rinsing and change cleaning solution at
mixing pail. Then open pouch and pour least every 50 ft2 (4.7 m2). Allow cleaned
LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout Part B areas to dry and inspect tile/stone surface.
Liquid into the mixing pail. Mix by hand or For persistent grout film/haze (within 24
with a slow speed (<300 rpm) mixer until hours), repeat scrubbing procedure with
the two liquids are well blended. Then, undiluted white vinegar and clean pad.
while mixing, add LATICRETE SpectraLOCK Rinse with clean water and allow surface
PRO Grout Part C Powder and blend until to dry. Inspect grout joint for pinholes/
uniform. Install LATICRETE SpectraLOCK voids and repair them with freshly mixed
PRO Grout in compliance with current LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout.
revisions of ANSI A108.02 (3.13) and ANSI Cautions: Do not use undiluted white
A108.6 (3.0 – 4.0). Spread using a sharp vinegar on polished marble or limestone
edged, hard rubber float and work grout unless a test spot in an inconspicuous area
into joints. Using strokes diagonal (at indicates no change in finish appearance;
45° angle) to the grout lines, pack joints do not use acid cleaners on epoxy grout
full and free of voids/pits. Then hold float less than 7 days old.
face at a 90° angle to grouted surface and Use the following LATICRETE System Materials
use float edge to “squeegee” off excess LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout
grout, stroking diagonally to avoid pulling
References
grout out of filled joints. Once excess
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 685.0, 685.5
grout is removed, a thin film/haze will
be left. Initial cleaning of the remaining LATICRETE MSDS: Pro Part A, Pro Part B,
film/haze can begin approximately 20 – Part C Powder, Cleaning Additive
30 minutes after grouting (wait longer at GREENGUARD Certificate: PRO
colder temperatures). Begin by mixing LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 111, 198,
cleaning additive packet with 2 gallons 212, 400
(7.6 l) of clean water in a clean bucket
to make cleaning solution. Dip a clean

2. Polymer Fortified Cement Grout (ANSI veneer face to remove any grout haze left
A118.7): Allow ceramic tile, mosaics, after “squeegeeing.” Rinse towel/sponge
pavers, brick or stone installation to cure frequently and change rinse water at least
a minimum of 24 hours at 70°F (21°C). every 200 ft2 (19 m2). Repeat this cleaning
Verify grout joints are free of dirt, debris sequence again if grout haze is still
or tile spacers. Sponge or wipe dust/dirt present. Allow grout joints to become firm.
off veneer face and remove any water Buff surface of grout with clean coarse
standing in joints. Apply grout release to cloth. Inspect joint for pinholes/voids
face of absorptive, abrasive, non-slip or and repair them with freshly mixed grout.
rough textured ceramic tile, pavers, bricks, Within 24 hours, check for remaining
or trim units that are not hot paraffin haze and remove it with warm soapy
coated to facilitate cleaning. Surface water and a nylon scrubbing pad, using a
temperature must be between 40–90°F circular motion, to lightly scrub surfaces
(4–32°C). Pour approximately 64 oz. (1.9 and dissolve haze/film. Do not use acid
l) of clean, potable water into a clean cleaners on latex portland cement grout
mixing container. Add a 25 lb (11.3 kg) less than 10 days old.
bag of LATICRETE® PermaColor™ Grout^ to NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Select one of following and specify
the container while mixing. Mix by hand color for each type/color of ceramic tile, mosaic, paver, trim
or with a slow speed mixer to a smooth, unit:
stiff consistency. Install latex fortified 1. Latex-portland cement sanded floor grout for joint widths
≥1/16" (1.5 mm ) and ≤1/2" (12 mm);
cement grout in compliance with current
2. Latex-portland cement unsanded grout for soft glazed
revisions of ANSI A108.1A (7.0 Grouting tiles and soft/polished stone with joints widths ≤1/8"
of tile), ANSI A108.02 (4.5 Cleaning tile) (3 mm).
and ANSI A108.10. Dampen dry surfaces Use the following LATICRETE® System Materials
with clean water. Spread using a sharp LATICRETE PermaColor Grout
edged, hard rubber float and work grout
References
into joints. Using diagonal (at 45° angle to
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 250.0
direction of grout line) strokes, pack joints
full and free of voids/pits. Hold float face LATICRETE MSDS: 2500
at a 90° angle to grouted surface and use GREENGUARD Certificates: 2500
float edge to “squeegee” off excess grout, LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 201, 400
stroking diagonally to reduce pulling grout
G. Expansion and Control Joints: Provide control
out of filled joints. Initial cleaning can
or expansion joints as located in contract
begin as soon as grout has become firm,
drawings and in full conformity, especially in
typically 15 – 20 minutes after grouting
width and depth, with architectural details.
at 70°F (21°C). Higher temperatures may
require faster time to initial cleaning; wider 1. Substrate joints must carry through, full
joints or lower temperatures may require a width, to surface of tile, brick or stone.
longer time to initial cleaning. Begin initial 2. Install expansion joints in tile, brick or
cleaning by lightly dampening the entire stone work over construction/cold joints
grouted area with a damp sponge. Then or control joints in substrates.
wash clean the entire area with a damp 3. Install expansion joints where tile, brick or
(not wet) sponge. Drag a clean towel, stone abut restraining surfaces (such as
dampened with water, or wipe a clean, perimeter walls, curbs, columns), changes
dampened sponge, diagonally over the in plane and corners.

4. Joint width and spacing depends on H. Adjusting: Correction of defective work for a
application – follow TCNA “Handbook period of one (1) year following substantial
for Ceramic Tile Installation” Detail “EJ- completion, return to job and correct all
171 Expansion Joints” or consult sealant defective work. Defective work includes,
manufacturer for recommendation based without limitation, tiles broken in normal
on project parameters. abuse due to deficiencies in setting bed,
5. Joint width: ≥1/8" (3 mm) and ≤1" (25 mm). loose tiles or grout, and all other defects
which may develop as a result of poor
6. Joint width: depth ~2:1 but joint depth
workmanship.
must be ≥1/8" (3 mm) and ≤1/2" (12 mm).
7. Layout (field defined by joints): 1:1 3.5 Cleaning
length: width is optimum but must be Clean excess mortar/epoxy from veneer
≤ 2:1. Remove all contaminants and surfaces with water before they harden and
foreign material from joint spaces/ as work progresses. Do not contaminate open
surfaces, such as dirt, dust, oil, water, grout/caulk joints while cleaning. Sponge and
frost, setting/grouting materials, sealers wash veneers diagonally across joints. Do not
and old sealant/backer. Use LATICRETE use acids for cleaning. Polish with clean dry
Latasil™ 9118 Primer for underwater and cloth. Remove surplus materials and leave
permanent wet area applications, or for premises broom clean.
porous stone (e.g. limestone, sandstone 3.6 Protection
etc…) installations. Install appropriate A. Protect finished installation under provisions
backing material (e.g. closed cell backer of §01500 and §01535. Close areas to other
rod) based on expansion joint design and trades and traffic until tile being installed has
as specified in § 07920. Apply masking set firmly. Keep traffic off horizontal portland
tape to face of tile, brick or stone veneer. cement thick bed mortar installations for at
Use caulking gun, or other applicator, to least 72 hours at 70°F (21°C)
completely fill joints with sealant. Within B. Keep floors installed with epoxy adhesive
5 – 10 minutes of filling joint, ‘tool’ sealant closed to foot traffic for 24 hours at 70°F
surface to a smooth finish. Remove (21°C), and to heavy traffic for 48 hours at
masking tape immediately after tooling 70°F (21°C) unless instructed differently
joint. Wipe smears or excess sealant off by manufacturer. Use kneeling boards, or
the face of non-glazed tile, brick, stone or equivalent, to walk/work on newly tiled
other absorptive surfaces immediately. floors. Cure tile work in swimming pools,
Use the following LATICRETE System Materials fountains and other continuous immersion
LATICRETE Latasil applications for 10 days at 70°F (21°C) for
LATICRETE Latasil 9118 Primer epoxy based grout and 14 days at 70°F
References (21°C) for latex portland cement based grout
LATICRETE Detail Drawings: WP300, WP301, before flood testing or filling installation
WP302, WP303, EJ-01, EJ-02, EJ-03, EJ-04, with water. Extend period of protection
EJ-05, EJ-06, EJ-07, EJ-08, EJ-09, EJ-10, EJ- of tile work at lower temperatures, below
11, EJ-12, EJ-13, EJ-14, EJ-15, P605 (Sealant 60°F (15°C), and at high relative humidity
treatments only) (>70% RH) due to retarded set times of
mortar/adhesives. Replace or restore work
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 6200.1, 6528.1
of other trades damaged or soiled by work
LATICRETE MSDS: Latasil, Primer under this section.
LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 211, 252

Section 2: Part 4 – Health and Safety
Part 4 – Healthy and Safety

The use of personal protection such as rubber
gloves, suitable dust masks, safety glasses
and industrial clothing is highly recommended.
Discarded packaging, product wash and waste
water should be disposed of as per local, state
or federal regulations.
†
^ United States Patent No.:6784229 B2 (and other Patents).
** GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® and GREENGUARD
for Schools & Children Indoor Air Quality Certified Product.

Section 3: Specifications for Steam
Room –Thin Bed Method

Section 3: Detail ES–SR614

Scale: NTS
†
United States Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents). provided.
^
United States Patent No.: 6784229 B2 (and other Patents).

PART 1 – GENERAL 1.4 Products Installed But Not Furnished

1.1 Summary Under This Section
A. Scope of work – Provide ceramic tile, tile NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable products.
installation materials and accessories as 1.5 Environmental Performance

indicated on drawings, as specified herein, Requirements
and as needed for complete and proper A. Environmental Performance Criteria: The
installation. following criteria are required for products
B. R
elated Documents – provisions within included in this section.
General and Supplementary General Refer to Division 1 for additional requirements:
Conditions of the Contract, Division 1 –
1. Products manufactured regionally within a
General Requirements, and the Drawings
500 mile radius of the project site;
apply to this Section.
2. Adhesive products must meet or exceed
1.2 Section Includes the VOC limits of South Coast Air Quality
A. Ceramic wall tile and trim units (glazed)
Management District Rule #1168 and Bay
B. Ceramic floor tile/mosaics and trim units Area Resources Board Reg. 8, Rule 51.
(glazed or unglazed)
1.6 Related Sections
C. C
eramic tile pavers and trim units (glazed or A. Section 03300 Cast-in-Place Concrete
unglazed) (monolithic slab finishing for ceramic tile)
D. Quarry tile pavers and trim units (glazed or B. Section 03305 Concrete Curing
unglazed)
C. Section 03410 Structural Pre-cast Concrete
E. Porcelain tile
D. Section 03532 Concrete Floor Topping
F. Glass mosaics
E. Section 04200 Unit Masonry (CMU wall
G. Special purpose tile substrates)
H. Decorative thin wall tile F. Section 04300 Stone
I. Installation Products; adhesives, mortars, G. Section 06100 Rough Carpentry (plywood
grouts and sealants sub-floors)
J. Waterproofing membranes for ceramic tile H. Section 07110 Membrane Waterproofing
work
I. Section 07920 Elastomeric Joint Sealants
K. Anti-fracture membranes for ceramic tile
J. Section 09250 Gypsum Board Assemblies
work
K. Section 09385 Stone Tile
L. Sound control underlayments
L. Section 10800 Washroom Accessories
M. Thresholds, trim, cementitious backer units
and other accessories specified herein. M. Section 15440 Plumbing Fixtures
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable procedures and NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Above are examples of typical broad
materials. scope and narrow scope sections related to ceramic tile
installation. Edit for applicable related sections.
1.3 Products Furnished But Not Installed
1.7 Allowances
Under This Section
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for detail of applicable
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable products.
ALLOWANCES; coordinate with Section 01020 Allowances.
Allowances in the form of unit pricing are sometimes
used when the scope of the tile work at time of bid is
undetermined.

1.8 Alternates L. American Society For Testing And Materials

NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable ALTERNATES. (ASTM) C144 Standard Specification for
Alternates may be used to evaluate varying levels of Aggregate for Masonry Mortar
performance of setting systems or to assist in the selection
of the tile by economy. M. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C150 Standard Specification for
1.9 Reference Standards Portland Cement
A. American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed N. American Society For Testing And Materials
Steel Structural Members (ASTM) C171 Standard Specification for
Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete
B. A
merican National Standards Institute
(ANSI) A137.1 American National Standard O. American Society For Testing And Materials
Specifications For Ceramic Tile (ASTM) C241 Standard Test Method for
Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to
C. A
Foot Traffic
(ANSI) A108.01 – A108.17 American National
Standard Specifications For The Installation P. American Society For Testing And Materials
Of Ceramic Tile (ASTM) C267 Standard Test Method for
Chemical Resistance of Mortars, Grouts, and
D. American National Standards Institute
Monolithic Surfacings
(ANSI) A118.1 – A118.12 American National
Standard Specifications For The Installation Q. American Society For Testing And Materials
Of Ceramic Tile (ASTM) C482 Standard Test Method for
Bond Strength of Ceramic Tile to Portland
E. A
Cement
(ANSI) A136.1 American National Standard
Specifications For The Installation Of R. American Society For Testing And Materials
Ceramic Tile (ASTM) C503 Standard Specification for
Marble Dimension Stone (Exterior)
F. A
merican Plywood Association (APA) Y510T
Plywood Design Specifications S. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C531 Standard Test Method for
G. American Society For Testing And Materials
Linear Shrinkage and Coefficient of Thermal
(ASTM) A82 Standard Specification for Steel
Expansion of Chemical-Resistant Mortars,
Wire, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement
Grouts, Monolithic Surfacings and Polymer
H. American Society For Testing And Materials Concretes
(ASTM) A185 Standard Specification for
T. American Society For Testing And Materials
Steel Welded Wire Fabric, Plain, for Concrete
(ASTM) C627 Standard Test Method for
Reinforcement
Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile Installation
I. American Society For Testing And Materials Systems Using the Robinson-Type Floor
(ASTM) C33 Standard Specification for Tester
Concrete Aggregate
U. American Society For Testing And Materials
J. American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM) C794 Standard Test Method for
(ASTM) C36 Standard Specification for Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint
Gypsum Wallboard Sealants
K. American Society For Testing And Materials V. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C109 Standard Test Method (ASTM) C847 Standard Specification for
for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Metal Lath
Cement Mortars (Using 2" or 50 mm Cube
Specimens)

W. American Society For Testing And Materials HH. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) C905 Standard Test Method for (ASTM) D4716 Standard Test Method for
Apparent Density of Chemical-Resistant Determining the (In Plane) Flow Rate Per
Mortars, Grouts, and Monolithic Surfacings Unit Width and Hydraulic Transmissivity of
X. American Society For Testing And Materials a Geo-Synthetic Using a Constant Head
(ASTM) C920 Standard Specification for II. American Society For Testing And Materials
Elastomeric Joint Sealants (ASTM) E84 Standard Test Method for
Y. American Society For Testing And Materials Surface Burning Characteristics of Building
(ASTM) C955 Standard Specification for Load Materials
Bearing (Transverse and Axial) Steel Studs, JJ. American Society For Testing And Materials
Runners (Tracks), and Bracing or Bridging (ASTM) E90 Standard Test Method for
for Screw Application of Gypsum Board and Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound
Metal Plaster Bases Transmission Loss of Building Partitions
Z. American Society For Testing And Materials KK. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) D226 Standard Specification for (ASTM) E96 Standard Test Methods for
Asphalt–Saturated Organic Felt Used in Water Vapor Transmission of Materials
Roofing And Waterproofing LL. American Society For Testing And Materials
AA. American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM) E413 Standard Classification for
(ASTM) D227 Standard Specification for Rating Sound Insulation
Coal-Tar Saturated Organic Felt Used in MM. American Society For Testing And Materials
Roofing and Waterproofing (ASTM) E492 Standard Test Method
BB. American Society For Testing And Materials for Laboratory Measurement of Impact
(ASTM) D751 Standard Test Method for Sound Transmission Through Floor-Ceiling
Coated Fabrics Assemblies Using the Tapping Machine
CC. American Society For Testing And Materials NN. American Society For Testing And Materials
(ASTM) D751 Standard Test Method for (ASTM) E989 Standard Classification for
Rubber Property – Durometer Hardness Determination of Impact Insulation Class
DD. American Society For Testing And Materials (IIC)
(ASTM) D1248 Standard Test Method for OO. American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Staining of Porous Substances by Joint (ASME) – ASME A112.6.3 Floor and Trench
Sealants Drains
EE. American Society For Testing And Materials PP. Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute
(ASTM) D2240 Standard Test Method for (CSSBI) Lightweight Steel Framing Binder
Coated Fabrics {Publication 52M}
FF. American Society For Testing And Materials QQ. Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
(ASTM) D4263 Standard Test Method for Bulletin No. 750 Impact Noise Control in
Indicating Moisture in Concrete by The Multifamily Dwellings
Plastic Sheet Method RR. Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
GG. American Society For Testing And Materials TS 28 A Guide to Airborne, Impact
(ASTM) D4397 Standard Specification for and Structure-borne Noise-Control in
Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Multifamily Dwellings
Industrial and Agricultural Applications

SS. Materials And Methods Standards c. GREENGUARD Environmental

Association (MMSA) Bulletins 1–16 Institute certificates or GreenGuard
TT. M
etal Lath/Steel Framing Association Environmental Institute Schools &
(ML/SFA) 540 Lightweight Steel Framing Children certificates provided by the
Systems Manual tile installation materials manufacturer
on GREENGUARD letterhead stating
UU. Steel Stud Manufacturers Association
“This product has been GREENGUARD
(SSMA) Product Technical Information and
Indoor Air Quality Certified® by the
ICBO Evaluation Service, Inc. Report ER-
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
4943P
under the GREENGUARD Standard for
VV. Terrazzo, Tile And Marble Association Of Low Emitting Products” for each tile
Canada (TTMAC) Specification Guide 09300 installation product used to verify Low
Tile Installation Manual VOC product information.
WW. Tile Council Of North America (TCNA) 2. Contractor’s certification of LEED
Handbook For Ceramic Tile Installation Compliance: Submit Contractor’s
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable reference certification verifying the installation of
standards.
specified LEED Compliant products.
1.10 System Description 3. Product Cut Sheets for all materials that
A. Ceramic mosaic floor tile installed over meet the LEED performance criteria.
concrete floor slabs using latex–modified Submit Product Cut Sheets with Contractor
Portland cement mortar and latex Portland or Subcontractor’s stamp, as confirmation
cement grout joints. that submitted products were installed on
B. Quarry tile and base installed using latex Project.
modified portland cement mortar over a 4. Material Safety Data Sheets for all
plastic portland cement mortar bed or over a applicable products.
cured (pre-floated) Portland cement mortar B. LEED Credit Submittals for the following;
bed with epoxy grouted joints.
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: The above systems are example Building Design and Construction, 2009
descriptions; edit for additional applicable systems.
1.11 Submittals product data for tile installation materials,
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for applicable requirements. including GREENGUARD Certificate on
A. Submittal Requirements: Submit the
VOC content.
following “Required LEED Criteria”
certification items as listed below. Refer to 2. LEED Construction Guide for Green
Division 1 for additional requirements: Building Design and Construction, 2009
1. A completed LEED Environmental Building
product data for tile installation materials,
Materials Certification Form. Information
including GREENGUARD Certificate on
to be supplied generally includes:
a. Manufacturing plant locations for tile VOC content.
installation products.
b. LEED Credits as listed in Part 1.4B “LEED Building Design and Construction, 2009
Credit Submittals” Edition Credit MR 2.1: (Divert 50% from
Disposal) Manufacturer’s packaging

showing recycle symbol for appropriate 9. L EED Schools Reference Guide

disposition in construction waste (Educational Projects Only), 2007 Edition
management. Credit EQ 9 (Enhanced Acoustical
4. L EED Construction Guide for Green Performance): Impact noise reduction
Building Design and Construction, 2009 test reports and product data on sound
Edition Credit MR 2.1: (Divert 75% from control product(s).
Disposal) Manufacturer’s packaging 10. LEED Schools Reference Guide
showing recycle symbol for appropriate (Educational Projects Only), 2007
disposition in construction waste Edition Credit EQ 10 (Mold Prevention):
management. Manufacturer’s packaging and/or data
5. L EED Construction Guide for Green showing anti–microbial protection in
Building Design and Construction, 2009 product(s).
Edition Credit MR 4.1: Manufacturer’s C. S
ubmit shop drawings and manufacturers’
product data showing post-consumer product data under provisions of Section
and/or pre-consumer recycled content. (01300) (01340)
6. L EED Construction Guide for Green D. S
ubmit samples of each type/style/finish/
Building Design and Construction, 2009 size/color of ceramic tile, mosaic, paver,
Edition Credit MR 4.2: Manufacturer’s trim unit or threshold under provisions of
product data showing post-consumer Section (01300) (01340)
and/or pre-consumer recycled content. E. Submit manufacturers’ installation
7. L EED Construction Guide for Green instructions under provisions of Section
Building Design and Construction, 2009 (01300) (01340)
Edition Credit MR 5.1 10% Extracted, F. Submit manufacturer’s certification under
Processed and Manufactured Regionally): provisions of Section (01405) that the
Product data indicating location of materials supplied conform to ANSI A137.1.
material manufacturer for regionally
G. Submit proof of warranty.
manufactured materials.
H. Submit sample of installation system
a. Include statement indicating cost and
demonstrating compatibility/functional
distance from manufacturer to Project
relationships between adhesives, mortars,
for each regionally manufactured
grouts and other components under
product.
provision of Section (01300) (01340). Submit
8. L EED Construction Guide for Green proof from tile or stone manufacturer or
Building Design and Construction, 2009 supplier verifying suitability of tile or stone
Edition Credit MR 5.2 (20% Extracted, for specific application and use; including
Processed & Manufactured Regionally): dimensional stability, water absorption,
Product data indicating location of freeze/thaw resistance (if applicable),
material manufacturer for regionally resistance to thermal cycling, and other
manufactured materials. characteristics that the may project may
a. Include statement indicating cost and require. These characteristics must be
distance from manufacturer to Project reviewed and approved by the project
for each regionally manufactured design professional(s).
product.

I. S
ubmit list from manufacturer of installation 1.13 Mock-Ups
system/adhesive/mortar/grout identifying a A. Provide mock–up of each type/style/finish/
minimum of three (3) similar projects, each size/color of ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers,
with a minimum of ten (10) years service. trim unit and threshold, along with respective
J. F or alternate materials, at least thirty (30) installation adhesives, mortars, grouts and
days before bid date submit independent other installation materials, under provisions
laboratory test results confirming of Section (01400) (01405).
compliance with specifications listed in Part 1.14 Pre-Installation Conference
2 – Products. Pre-installation conference: At least three
1.12 Quality Assurance weeks prior to commencing the work attend a
A. Tile Manufacturer (single source meeting at the job site to discuss conformance
responsibility): Company specializing in with requirements of specification and job
ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, trim units site conditions. Representatives of owner,
and/or thresholds with three (3) years architect, general contractor, tile subcontractor,
minimum experience. Obtain tile from a Tile Manufacturer, Installation System
single source with resources to provide Manufacturer and any other parties who are
products of consistent quality in appearance involved in the scope of this installation must
and physical properties. attend the meeting.
B. Installation System Manufacturer 1.15 Delivery, Storage and Handling
(single source responsibility): Company A. Acceptance at Site: deliver and store
specializing in adhesives, mortars, grouts packaged materials in original containers with
and other installation materials with ten (10) seals unbroken and labels, including grade
years minimum experience and ISO 9001 seal, intact until time of use, in accordance
certification. Obtain installation materials with manufacturer’s instructions.
from single source manufacturer to insure B. Store ceramic tile and installation system
consistent quality and full compatibility. materials in a dry location; handle in a
C. Submit laboratory confirmation of adhesives, manner to prevent chipping, breakage, and
mortars, grouts and other installation contamination.
materials: C. Protect latex additives, organic adhesives,
1. Identify proper usage of specified materials epoxy adhesives and sealants from
using positive analytical method. freezing or overheating in accordance with
2. Identify compatibility of specified materials manufacturer’s instructions; store at room
using positive analytical method. temperature when possible.
3. Identify proper color matching of specified D. Store portland cement mortars and grouts
materials using a positive analytical in a dry location.
method. 1.16 Project/Site Conditions
D. Installer qualifications: company A. Provide ventilation and protection
specializing in installation of ceramic tile, of environment as recommended by
mosaics, pavers, trim units and thresholds manufacturer.
with five (5) years documented experience B. Prevent carbon dioxide damage to ceramic
with installations of similar scope, materials tile, mosaics, pavers, trim, thresholds, as
and design. well as adhesives, mortars, grouts and other
installation materials, by venting temporary
heaters to the exterior.

C. Maintain ambient temperatures not less and other installation materials shall provide
than 50°F (10°C) or more than 100°F (38°C) a written ten (10) year warranty, which covers
during installation and for a minimum of replacement of LATICRETE products only –
seven (7) days after completion. Setting reference LATICRETE Warranty Data Sheet
of portland cement is retarded by low 230.15 for complete details and requirements.
temperatures. Protect work for extended
1.19 Maintenance
period of time and from damage by other
Submit maintenance data under provisions
trades. Installation with latex portland
of Section 01730. Include cleaning methods,
cement mortars requires substrate, ambient
cleaning solutions recommended, stain
and material temperatures at least 37°F
removal methods, as well as polishes and
(3°C). There should be no ice in slab.
waxes recommended.
Freezing after installation will not damage
latex portland cement mortars. Protect 1.20 Extra Materials Stock
portland cement based mortars and grouts Upon completion of the work of this Section,
from direct sunlight, radiant heat, forced deliver to the Owner 2% minimum additional
ventilation (heat and cold) and drafts until tile and trim shape of each type, color, pattern
cured to prevent premature evaporation of and size used in the Work, as well as extra
moisture. Epoxy mortars and grouts require stock of adhesives, mortars, grouts and other
surface temperatures between 60°F (16°C) installation materials for the Owner’s use in
and 90°F (32°C) at time of installation. It is replacement and maintenance. Extra stock is
the General Contractor’s responsibility to to be from same production run or batch as
maintain temperature control. original tile and installation materials.
1.17 Sequencing and Scheduling Part 2 – Products

A. C
oordinate installation of tile work with 2.1 Tile Manufacturers
related work. Subject to compliance with paragraphs 1.12 and
B. Proceed with tile work only after curbs, performance requirements, provide products
vents, drains, piping, and other projections by one of the following manufacturers:
through substrate have been installed and NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Provide list of acceptable tile
when substrate construction and framing of manufacturers.
openings have been completed. 2.2 Wall Tile Materials

NOTES FOR SPECIFIER: Edit for project specific sequence NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for each tile type.
and scheduling.
A. Ceramic Tile
1.18 Warranty B. Grade:
The Contractor warrants the work of this
C. Size:
Section to be in accordance with the Contract
Documents and free from faults and defects D. Edge
in materials and workmanship for a period E. Finish:
of 25 years. The manufacturer of adhesives, F. Color
mortars, grouts and other installation materials
G. Special shapes
shall provide a written twenty five (25) year
warranty, which covers materials and labor – H. Location:
reference LATICRETE Warranty Data Sheet
025.0 for complete details and requirements.
For exterior facades over steel or wood framing,
the manufacturer of adhesives, mortars, grouts

2.3 Floor Tile Materials 5. 7 day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.10)
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit for each tile type. >200 psi (1.4 MPa)
A. Ceramic Tile 6. 28 Day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
A118.4): >214 psi (1.48 – 2.4 MPa)
B. Grade:
7.Service Rating (TCA/ASTM C627):
C. Size:
Extra Heavy
D. Edge
E. Finish:
B. Epoxy Waterproofing Membrane to be 3
F. Color component epoxy, trowel applied specifically
G. Special shapes designed to be used under ceramic tile,
H. Location: stone or brick and requires only 24 hours
prior to flood testing:
2.4 Ceramic Tile Installation Materials
Manufacturer 1. B
reaking Strength (ANSI A118.10): 450–
A. L ATICRETE International, Inc., 530 psi (3.1–3.6 MPa)
1 Laticrete Park North, 2. Waterproofness (ANSI A118.10): No Water
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA penetration
Phone +1.800.243.4788, +1.203.393.0010 3. 7 day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.10):
support@laticrete.com, 110–150 psi (0.8–1 MPa)
www.laticrete.com;
4. 28 Day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
www.laticrete.com/green
A118.10): 90–120 psi (0.6–0.83 MPa)
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Use either the following performance
specification or the proprietary specification.
5. 12 Week Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
A118.10): 110–130 psi (0.8–0.9 MPa)
2.5 Performance Specification –Tile 6. Total VOC Content: <3.4 g/l
Installation Accessories
C. Crack Suppression Membrane to be thin, cold
A. Waterproofing Membrane to be thin, cold
applied, single component liquid and load
applied, single component liquid and
bearing. Reinforcing fabric (if required or
load bearing. Reinforcing fabric to be non-
used) to be non-woven, rot-proof specifically
woven rot-proof specifically intended for
intended for crack suppression membrane.
waterproofing membrane. Waterproofing
Materials to be non-toxic, non-flammable,
Membrane to be non-toxic, non-flammable,
and non-hazardous during storage,
and non-hazardous during storage, mixing,
mixing, application and when cured. Crack
application and when cured. It shall be
Suppression Membrane shall also meet the
certified by IAPMO and ICC approved as a
following physical requirements:
shower pan liner and shall also meet the
following physical requirements: 1. E
longation at break (ASTM D751):
20–30%
1. Hydrostatic Test (ASTM D4068): Pass
2. System Crack Resistance (ANSI A118.12)
2. Elongation at break (ASTM D751):
Pass (High)
20–30%
3. System Crack Resistance (ANSI A118.12):
265 – 300 psi (1.8 – 2.0 MPa)
Pass (High)
4. 7 day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.10)
200 – 275 psi (1.4 – 1.9 MPa)
>265 psi (1.8 MPa)

5. 28 Day Shear Bond Strength (ANSI 4. Delta Impact Insulation Class (ΔIIC; ASTM
A118.4): >214 – 343 psi (1.48 – 2.4 MPa) E2179): 20
6. Service Rating (TCA/ASTM C627): B. Sound Abatement and Crack Suppression
Extra Heavy Adhesive shall comply with ANSI A118.12,
provide an Extra Heavy rating and provide a
minimum ΔIIC of 15:
D. Wire Reinforcing: 2" x 2" (50 x 50 mm)
1. Service Rating (ASTM C627): Extra Heavy
x 16 ASW gauge or 0.0625" (1.6 mm)
diameter galvanized steel welded wire mesh 2. Delta Impact Insulation Class (ΔIIC; ASTM
complying with ANSI A108.02 3.7, ASTM E2179): 15
A185 and ASTM A82. 3. Point Load (ANSI A118.12 5.2): >1000 psi
E. Cleavage membrane: 15 pound asphalt (6.9 MPa)
saturated, non-perforated roofing felt 4. Minimum Shear Bond Strength (ANSI
complying with ASTM D226, 15 pound coal A118.12): 100psi (0.7 MPa)
tar saturated, non-perforated roofing felt C. Moisture Vapor Reduction to be epoxy based
complying with ASTM D227 or 4.0 mils and GreenGuard compliant as well as meet
(0.1 mm) thick polyethylene plastic film the following physical requirements:
complying with ASTM D4397.
1. Shear Bond to Concrete (ANSI A118.12–
F. C
ementitious backer board units: size and 5.1.5): >285 psi (2.0 MPa)
thickness as specified, complying with ANSI
2. Alkalinity Resistance (ASTM C267): Pass
A118.9.
3. Permeability (ASTM F1869): 9.7 lbs/1,000
G. Thresholds: Provide marble saddles
ft2/24 hours down to 0.2 lbs/1,000 ft2/24
complying with ASTM C241 for abrasion
hours (248 µg/s•m2 down to 11 µg/s•m2)
resistance and ASTM C503 for exterior
use, in color, size, shape and thickness as D. Latex Portland Cement Mortar for thick
indicated on drawings. beds, screeds, leveling beds and scratch/
plaster coats to be weather, frost, shock
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit applicable tile installation
accessories. resistant and meet the following physical
requirements:
2.6 Performance Specification – Tile
1. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.4
Installation Materials
Modified): >4000 psi (27.6 MPa)
A. S
ound Abatement & Crack Isolation Mat
shall be load bearing, shock and vibration 2. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.6): ≤ 5%
resistant. It shall be certified by independent 3. S
ervice Rating (TCA/ASTM C627): Extra
laboratory testing to meet the specified Heavy
acoustical performance when installed in a 4. Smoke and Flame Contribution (ASTM
Floor Assembly with a 6" (150 mm) concrete E84 Modified): 0
slab, as well as meet the following physical
requirements:
E. Self-Leveling Underlayment shall be
1. Service Rating (ASTM C627): Light
mixed with water to produce a pumpable,
oint Load (ANSI A118.12–5.2): >1250 psi
2. P fast setting, free flowing cementitious
(8.6 MPa) underlayment which can be poured from a
3. Installed Weight (ASTM C905 Modified): feather-edge to 1-1/2" (38 mm) thick in one
2.6 lbs/ft2 (12.8 kg/m2) pour.

1. 4 Hour Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.4 3. Smoke and Flame Contribution (ASTM
Mod.): >1500 psi (10.3 MPa) E84 Modified): 0
2. 1 Day Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.4 4. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3
Mod.): >2800 psi (19.3 MPa) H. O
rganic Adhesive shall be non–flammable,
3. 2
8 Day Compressive Strength (ANSI water resistant, latex adhesive and shall
A118.4 Mod.): >4300 psi (29.7 MPa) meet the following physical requirements:
4. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.7): >500 psi 1. Open Time (ANSI A136.1): 70 minutes at
(3.5 MPa) 75°F (24°C)
5. Time To Foot Traffic: 3 – 4 Hours 2. Color: White
6. otal VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m 3
3. Density (ANSI A136.1): 13.2 lbs/gal
F. Epoxy Adhesive to be chemical resistant (1.6 kg/l)
100% solids epoxy with high temperature I. Epoxy Grout (Industrial) to be non–flammable,
resistance and meet the following minimum chemical resistant 100% solids epoxy with
physical requirements: high temperature resistance and meeting the
1. Compressive strength (ANSI A118.3): following physical requirements:
>5000 psi (34.4 MPa) 1. Initial Set Time (ANSI A118.5): Pass
hear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3): >1250
2. S (4 hours)
psi (8.6 MPa) 2. Service Set Time (ANSI A118.5): Pass
3. Thermal Shock Resistance (ANSI A118.3): (<7 days)
>600 psi (4.1 MPa) 3. Shrinkage (ANSI A118.3): Pass (0.07%)
4. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.3): >1400 psi 4. Sag (ANSI A118.3): Pass (no sag)
(9.6 MPa) 5. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3; quarry
5. Shrinkage (ANSI A118.3): 0 – 0.1% tile): 1000 psi (6.9 MPa)
6. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3 6. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.3):
7. C
ured Epoxy Adhesive to be chemically and 15500 psi (107 MPa)
stain resistant to ketchup, mustard, tea, 7. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.5): 2600 psi
coffee, milk, soda, beer, wine, bleach (5% (18.0 MPa)
solution), ammonia, juices, vegetable oil, 8. Thermal Shock Resistance (ANSI A118.3):
detergents, brine, sugar, cosmetics and 500 psi (3.4 MPa)
blood, as well as chemically resistant to
9. Cured Epoxy Grout to be chemically and
dilute food acids, dilute alkalis, gasoline,
stain resistant to ketchup, mustard, tea,
turpentine and mineral spirits.
coffee, milk, soda, beer, wine, bleach (3%
G. Latex Portland Cement Thin Bed Mortar for solution), ammonia, juices, vegetable
thin set and slurry bond coats to be weather, oil, detergents, brine, sugar, cosmetics
frost, shock resistant, non–flammable and and blood, as well as being chemically
meet the following physical requirements: resistant to dilute food/mineral acids,
1. Compressive strength (ANSI A118.4): gasoline and mineral spirits.
>2500 psi (17.2 MPa) J. Epoxy Grout (Commercial/Residential) shall
ond strength (ANSI A118.4): >450 psi
2. B be non-toxic, non-flammable, non-hazardous
(3.1 MPa) during storage, mixing, application and when
cured and shall meet the following physical
requirements:

1. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.3): 3500 2. Weather Resistance (QUV Weather–

psi (24 MPa) ometer): 10000 hours (no change)
2. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3): 1000 M. Roof Decks (and other exterior paving
psi (6.9 MPa) applications over occupied / storage
3. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.3): 1100 psi spaces) shall consist of a Primary Roofing/
(7.6 MPa) Waterproofing Membrane, as specified in
Section 0700 (q.v.), and a lightweight, frost/
4. Thermal Shock (ANSI A118.3): >500 psi
weather resistant installation system for
(3.5 MPa)
tile, pavers, brick and stone that provides
5. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.3): <0.5 % integral subsurface drainage and meets the
6. Vertical Joint Sag (ANSI A118.3): Pass following physical requirements:
7. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3 1. Compressive Strength (ASTM C109
8. Cured Epoxy Grout to be chemically and Modified): 3000 psi (20.7 MPa)
stain resistant to ketchup, mustard, tea, 2. Hydraulic Transmissivity (ASTM D4716):
coffee, milk, soda, beer, wine, bleach (5% 1.6 gal/minute (6.1 l/minute)
solution), ammonia, juices, vegetable oil, 3. Service Rating (ASTM C627): Extra Heavy
brine, sugar, cosmetics, and blood, as well
N. Spot Bonding Epoxy Adhesive for installing
as chemically resistant to dilute acids and
tile, brick and stone over vertical and
dilute alkalis.
overhead surfaces shall be high strength,
K. Latex Portland Cement Grout to be weather, high temperature resistant, non–sag
frost and shock resistant, as well as meet and shall meet the following physical
the following physical requirements: requirements:
1. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.7): 4500 1. Thermal Shock Resistance (ANSI A118.3):
psi (31 MPa) >1000 psi (6.9 MPa)
2. Tensile Strength (ANSI A118.7): >500 psi 2. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.3): 0.1 %
(3.45 MPa)
3. Compressive Strength (ANSI A118.3):
3. Flexural Strength (ANSI A118.7): >1250 psi >8300 psi (57.2 MPa)
(8.6 MPa)
4. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3
4. Water Absorption (ANSI A118.7): <5% Modified): >730 psi (5 MPa)
5. Linear Shrinkage (ANSI A118.7): <0.05 % NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit applicable tile installation
6. Smoke and Flame Contribution (ASTM materials.
E84 Modified): 0 2.7 Proprietary Specification – Tile

7. Total VOC Content: <0.05 mg/m3 Installation Accessories
L. Expansion and Control Joint Sealant to be a Installation accessories as manufactured by
one component, neutral cure, exterior grade LATICRETE International, Inc.,
silicone sealant and meet the following 1 LATICRETE Park North,
requirements: Bethany, CT 06524–3423 USA.
Phone +1.800.243.4788,
1. Tensile Strength (ASTM C794): 280 psi (1.9
www.laticrete.com
MPa)
A. Waterproofing Membrane: LATICRETE®
a. Hardness (ASTM D751; Shore A): 25
Hydro Ban™** as manufactured by LATICRETE
(colored sealant)/15 (clear sealant)
International, Inc.

B. E
poxy Waterproofing Membrane: LATAPOXY® H. Organic Adhesive: LATICRETE 15 Premium
24hr HydroProofing™ as manufactured by Mastic as manufactured by LATICRETE
LATICRETE International, Inc. International, Inc.
C. Crack Suppression Membrane: LATICRETE® I. Epoxy Grout (Industrial): LATAPOXY 2000
Blue 92 Anti–Fracture Membrane** as Industrial Grout** as manufactured by
manufactured by LATICRETE International, LATICRETE International, Inc.
Inc. J. Epoxy Grout (Commercial/Residential):
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Edit applicable tile installation LATICRETE SpectraLOCK® PRO Grout†** as
accessories. manufactured by LATICRETE International,
2.8 Proprietary Specification – Tile Inc.
Installation Materials K. Latex Portland Cement Grout: LATICRETE
Installation materials as manufactured by PermaColor™ Grout** as manufactured by
LATICRETE International, Inc., LATICRETE International, Inc.
1 LATICRETE Park North, L. Expansion and Control Joint Sealant:
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA. LATICRETE Latasil™ as manufactured by
Phone +1.800.243.4788, LATICRETE International, Inc.
www.laticrete.com; www.laticrete.com/green
M. Roof Deck: LATICRETE Plaza & Deck
A. S
ound Control Underlayment: LATICRETE System as manufactured by LATICRETE
170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat (Standard International, Inc.
or PLUS Configurations) as manufactured by
N. Spot Bonding Epoxy Adhesive: LATAPOXY
310 Stone Adhesive (Standard or Rapid
B. Latex-Portland Cement Mortar for thick Grade) as manufactured by LATICRETE
beds, screeds, leveling beds and scratch/ International, Inc.
plaster coats: LATICRETE 3701 Fortified
Mortar Bed** as manufactured by LATICRETE
Part 3 – Execution
International, Inc. 3.1 Substrate Examination
A. Verify that surfaces to be covered with
C. Self-Leveling Underlayment: LATICRETE 86
ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, brick, stone,
LatiLevel™** as manufactured by LATICRETE
trim or waterproofing are:
International, Inc.
1. Sound, rigid and conform to good design/
D. Moisture Vapor Reduction: LATAPOXY
engineering practices;
312 Vapor Reduction Membrane** as
manufactured by LATICRETE International, 2. Systems, including the framing system
Inc. and panels, over which tile or stone will
be installed shall be in conformance
E. Epoxy Adhesive: LATAPOXY 300 Adhesive**
with the International Residential Code
as manufactured by LATICRETE International,
(IRC) for residential applications, the
Inc.
International Building Code (IBC) for
F. Latex Portland Cement Thin Bed Mortar: commercial applications, or applicable
LATICRETE 254 Platinum** as manufactured building codes. The project design should
by LATICRETE International, Inc. include the intended use and necessary
G. Sound & Crack Isolation Adhesive: allowances for the expected live load,
LATICRETE 125 Sound & Crack Adhesive^** concentrated load, impact load, and dead
as manufactured by LATICRETE International, load including the weight of the finish and
Inc. installation materials;

3. Clean and free of dust, dirt, oil, grease, C. Advise General Contractor and Architect of
sealers, curing compounds, laitance, any surface or substrate conditions requiring
efflorescence, form oil, loose plaster, correction before tile work commences.
paint, and scale; Beginning of work constitutes acceptance of
4. Thin–set tile installations have a specified substrate or surface conditions.
subsurface tolerance, for instance 1/4" 3.2 Surface Preparation
in 10' (6 mm in 3 m) and 1/16" in 1' A. Requirements
(1.5 mm in 300 mm), to conform with the
Steam Rooms require a waterproofing
ANSI specifications. Because thin-set
membrane on all surfaces to prevent
is not intended to be used in truing or
moisture from penetrating adjoining spaces.
leveling the work of others, the subsurface
Additionally, a vapor barrier (6 mil thick
typically should not vary by more than
polyethylene sheeting or #15 Builders Felt)
1/16" over 1' (1.5 mm over 300 mm),
must be installed over the steel framing and
nor more than 1/32" (0.8 mm) between
behind the cement backer board. Vapor barrier
adjoining edges where applicable (e.g.
shall be designed for relative temperature
between sheets of exterior glue plywood
exposure. Install vapor barrier so that it laps
or between adjacent concrete masonry
over the shower pan waterproofing membrane
units). Should the architect/designer
so that condensation can drain into the
require a more stringent tolerance (e.g.
shower pan (not behind it) – see associated
1/8" in 10' [3 mm in 3 m]), the subsurface
detail SR-614B. All steam rooms will require
specification must reflect that tolerance,
adequate insulation on walls and ceilings to
or the tile specification must include a
reduce moisture condensation at temperature
specific and separate requirement to bring
variations. Slope ceilings 2" per foot (50 mm
the 1/4" (6 mm) subsurface tolerance
per 300 mm) minimum to avoid condensation
into compliance with the 1/8" (6 mm)
from dripping onto occupants. Install open slip
tolerance desired;
joints in all corners between walls and ceiling
5. Not leveled with gypsum or asphalt based and to divide areas that exceed 16' (480 cm)
compounds; in length.
6. Dry as per American Society for Testing Structure to receive the installation assembly
and Materials (ASTM) D4263 “Standard must be sound, solid, well bonded, stripped
Test for Determining Moisture in Concrete clean and free from dust, wax, grease, sealer
by the Plastic Sheet Method.” and all other contamination which may reduce
B. Concrete surfaces shall also be: or prevent adhesion per ANSI A108.02 (4.0).
1. Cured a minimum of 28 days at 70°F (21°C), B. B
onded Thick Bed – Pitch Layer Over Floor
including an initial seven (7) day period of Substrate – To provide pitch over a concrete
wet curing; deck, prepare a LATICRETE Latex Leveling
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: LATICRETE® latex portland cement
Bed mix (see § 3.4 C thick bed mortar
mortars do not require a minimum cure time for concrete material below applied over a slurry bond
substrates or mortar beds; coat consisting of LATICRETE 254 Platinum).
2. Wood float finished, or better, if the Apply mortar over dampened substrate.
installation is to be done by the thin bed Pitch layer 1/4" per 1' (6 mm per 0.3 m) per
method; ANSI A108.1A (2.3.4).

C. ( List other Substrates as required and (50 mm) for overlap at ends and sides to fit
means of preparation as required) the areas as required. Roll up the pieces for
(Insert any Special Means of Preparation easy handling and placement. Shake or stir
– In addition to the surface preparation LATICRETE Hydro Ban™ before using.
requirements listed above; …) Pre-Treat Cracks and Joints – Fill all substrate
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: The above are example surface cracks, cold joints and control joints to a smooth
categories; edit for project specific surfaces and conditions. finish using a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin-
set. Alternatively, a liberal coat* of LATICRETE
3.3 Installation – Accessories
Hydro Ban applied with a paint brush or trowel
(edit as required)
may be used to fill in non-structural joints and
3.4 Installation – Tile, Brick and Stone cracks. Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE
A. General: Install in accordance with current Hydro Ban approximately 8" (200 mm) wide
versions of American National Standards over substrate cracks, cold joints, and control
Institute, Inc. (ANSI) “A108 American joints using a paint brush or heavy napped
National Standard Specifications for paint roller.
Installation of Ceramic Tile” and TCNA Pre-Treat Coves and Floor/Wall Intersections –
“Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation.” Fill all substrate coves and floor/wall
Cut and fit ceramic tile, brick or stone neatly transitions to a smooth finish and changes in
around corners, fittings, and obstructions. plane using a LATICRETE latex–fortified thin–
Perimeter pieces to be minimum half tile, set. Alternatively, a liberal coat* of LATICRETE
brick or stone. Chipped, cracked, split Hydro Ban™ applied with a paint brush or
pieces and edges are not acceptable. Make trowel may be used to fill in cove joints and
joints even, straight, plumb and of uniform floor/wall transitions <1/8" (3 mm) in width.
width to tolerance +/– 1/16" over 8' (1.5 mm Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban
in 2.4 m). Install divider strips at junction of approximately 8" (200 mm) wide over substrate
flooring and dissimilar materials. cracks, cold joints, and control joints using a
B. Waterproofing Membrane installed over paint brush or heavy napped paint roller.
pre-sloped floor substrate and all walls and Pre-Treat Drains – Drains must be of the
ceilings. Membrane must be used on all clamping ring type, with weepers as per ASME
areas in the steam room. Loop membrane A112.6.3. Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE
into all slip joints to allow for movement in Hydro Ban around and over the bottom half
these areas. of drain clamping ring. Cover with a second
NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Adhesives/mastics, mortars and grouts liberal coat of LATICRETE Hydro Ban. When
for ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, brick and stone are not
the LATICRETE Hydro Ban dries, apply a bead
prevent water penetration into occupied or storage spaces of LATICRETE Latasil™ where the LATICRETE
below. Drains must be a two-part clamping ring style drains Hydro Ban meets the drain throat. Install the
with weepers and as per ASME A112.6.3. Place tile spacers
top half of drain clamping ring.
or gravel around weep holes to prevent mortar from clogging
the weep holes. Pre-Treat Penetrations – Allow for a minimum
Install the waterproofing membrane in 1/8" (3 mm) space between drains, pipes,
compliance with current revisions of ANSI lights, or other penetrations and surrounding
A108.1 (2.7 Waterproofing) and ANSI A108.13. ceramic tile, stone or brick. Pack any gaps
Review the installation and plan the application around pipes, lights or other penetrations with
sequence. Pre-cut LATICRETE® Waterproofing/ a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin-set. Apply a
Anti-Fracture Fabric (if required), allowing 2" liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban around

penetration opening. Cover the first coat with conditions will require a longer curing time.
a second liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban. For temperatures between 50°F and 69°F (10°C
Bring LATICRETE Hydro Ban up to level of tile or to 21°C) allow a minimum 24 hour cure period
stone. When LATICRETE Hydro Ban has dried prior to flood testing.
to the touch seal with LATICRETE Latasil. Use the following LATICRETE® System Materials
Main Application – Allow any pre-treated LATICRETE Hydro Ban
areas to dry to the touch. Apply a liberal References
coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban with a paint LATICRETE Data Sheets: 663.0, 663.5
brush or heavy napped roller over substrate
including pre–treated areas and allow to dry
to the touch. Install another liberal coat* of GREENGUARD Certificate: Hydro Ban
LATICRETE Hydro Ban over the first coat. Let LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 188, 189,
the top coat of LATICRETE Hydro Ban dry to the 203, 169
touch approximately 1 – 2 hours at 70°F (21°C) C. Bonded Thick Bed Method: Apply a slurry
and 50% RH. When the top coat has dried to bond coat consisting of LATICRETE® 254
the touch inspect the surface for pinholes, Platinum. Apply mortar over dampened
voids, thin spots or other defects. LATICRETE substrate. Pitch layer 1/4" per 1' (6 mm
Hydro Ban will dry to an olive green color when per 300 mm) to comply with ANSI A108.1A
fully cured. Use additional LATICRETE Hydro (2.3.4). While slurry bond coat is wet and
Ban to seal any defects. tacky, embed the mortar bed consisting
Movement Joints – Apply a liberal coat* of of LATICRETE 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed
LATICRETE Hydro Ban, approximately 8" mixed with water in compliance with current
(200 mm) wide over the areas. Then embed revision of ANSI A108.1A (2.2 and 5.2) and
and loop the 6" (150 mm) wide LATICRETE compact mortar by tamping with flat trowel.
Waterproofing/Anti-Fracture Fabric and allow Screed mortar bed level and provide correct
the LATICRETE Hydro Ban liquid to bleed slopes to drains.
through. Immediately apply a second coat of Use the following LATICRETE System Materials
LATICRETE Hydro Ban. LATICRETE 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed
* Dry coat thickness is 20 – 30 mil (0.02 – 0.03" or LATICRETE 254 Platinum
0.5 – 0.8 mm); consumption per coat is approximately
0.01 gal/ft2 (approx. 0.4 l/m2); coverage is approximately References
100 ft2/gal (approx. 2.5 m2/l). LATICRETE® Waterproofing/ LATICRETE Data Sheets: 100.0; 677.0
Anti-Fracture Fabric can be used to pre-treat cracks, joints,
curves, corners, drains, and penetrations with LATICRETE LATICRETE MSDS: 3701FMB; 254
Hydro Ban™.
GREENGUARD Certificates: 3701FMB; 254
Protection – Provide protection for newly LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 106, 114,
installed membrane, even if covered with a 118, 128, 143, 154, 199, 204
thin–bed ceramic tile, stone or brick installation
D. Secondary Waterproofing Membrane
against exposure to rain or other water for a
installed over cured mortar bed on the floor
minimum of 2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and 50%
surfaces and turned up the vertical surfaces
at least 6" (150 mm) onto the existing
waterproofing membrane. Loop membrane
period.
into all slip and movement joints to allow for
Flood Testing – Allow membrane to cure fully movement in these areas.
before flood testing, typically a minimum
2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and 50% RH. Cold

NOTE TO SPECIFIER: Adhesives/mastics, mortars and grouts of LATICRETE Latasil™ where the LATICRETE
for ceramic tile, mosaics, pavers, brick and stone are not
Hydro Ban meets the drain throat. Install the
prevent water penetration into occupied or storage spaces top half of drain clamping ring.
below.
Pre-Treat Penetrations – Allow for a minimum
Install the waterproofing membrane in 1/8" (3 mm) space between drains, pipes,
compliance with current revisions of ANSI lights, or other penetrations and surrounding
A108.1 (2.7 Waterproofing) and ANSI A108.13. ceramic tile, stone or brick. Pack any gaps
Review the installation and plan the application around pipes, lights or other penetrations with
sequence. Pre-cut LATICRETE® Waterproofing/ a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin-set. Apply a
Anti-Fracture Fabric (if required), allowing 2" liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban around
(50 mm) for overlap at ends and sides to fit penetration opening. Cover the first coat with
the areas as required. Roll up the pieces for a second liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban.
easy handling and placement. Shake or stir Bring LATICRETE Hydro Ban up to level of tile or
LATICRETE Hydro Ban™ before using. stone. When LATICRETE Hydro Ban has dried
Pre-Treat Cracks and Joints – Fill all substrate to the touch seal with LATICRETE Latasil.
cracks, cold joints and control joints to a smooth Main Application – Allow any pre-treated
finish using a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin- areas to dry to the touch. Apply a liberal
set. Alternatively, a liberal coat* of LATICRETE coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban with a paint
Hydro Ban applied with a paint brush or trowel brush or heavy napped roller over substrate
may be used to fill in non-structural joints including pre–treated areas and allow to dry
and cracks. Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE to the touch. Install another liberal coat* of
Hydro Ban approximately 8" (200 mm) wide LATICRETE Hydro Ban over the first coat. Let
over substrate cracks, cold joints, and control the top coat of LATICRETE Hydro Ban dry to the
joints using a paint brush or heavy napped touch approximately 1 – 2 hours at 70°F (21°C)
paint roller. and 50% RH. When the top coat has dried to
Pre-Treat Coves and Floor/Wall Intersections – the touch inspect the surface for pinholes,
Fill all substrate coves and floor/wall voids, thin spots or other defects. LATICRETE
transitions to a smooth finish and changes in Hydro Ban will dry to an olive green color when
plane using a LATICRETE latex-fortified thin- fully cured. Use additional LATICRETE Hydro
set. Alternatively, a liberal coat* of LATICRETE Ban to seal any defects.
Hydro Ban™ applied with a paint brush or Movement Joints – Apply a liberal coat* of
trowel may be used to fill in cove joints and LATICRETE Hydro Ban, approximately 8"
floor/wall transitions <1/8" (3 mm) in width. (200 mm) wide over the areas. Then embed
Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE Hydro Ban and loop the 6" (150 mm) wide LATICRETE
approximately 8" (200 mm) wide over substrate Waterproofing/Anti-Fracture Fabric and allow
cracks, cold joints, and control joints using a the LATICRETE Hydro Ban liquid to bleed
paint brush or heavy napped paint roller. through. Immediately apply a second coat of
Pre-Treat Drains – Drains must be of the LATICRETE Hydro Ban.
clamping ring type, with weepers as per ASME * Dry coat thickness is 20 – 30 mil (0.02 – 0.03" or
A112.6.3. Apply a liberal coat* of LATICRETE 0.5 – 0.8 mm); consumption per coat is approximately
0.01 gal/ft2 (approx. 0.4 l/m2); coverage is approximately
Hydro Ban™ around and over the bottom half 100 ft2/gal (approx. 2.5 m2/l). LATICRETE® Waterproofing/
of drain clamping ring. Cover with a second Anti0Fracture Fabric can be used to pre-treat cracks, joints,
liberal coat of LATICRETE Hydro Ban. When curves, corners, drains, and penetrations with LATICRETE
Hydro Ban™.
the LATICRETE Hydro Ban dries, apply a bead

Protection – Provide protection for newly to set until firm. Clean excess latex portland
installed membrane, even if covered with a cement mortar from tile or stone face and
thin–bed ceramic tile, stone or brick installation joints between pieces.
against exposure to rain or other water for a Use the following LATICRETE System Materials
minimum of 2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and 50% LATICRETE 254 Platinum
References
LATICRETE Data Sheet: 677.0
period.
LATICRETE MSDS: 254
Flood Testing – Allow membrane to cure fully
before flood testing, typically a minimum GREENGUARD Certificate: 254
2 hours at 70°F (21°C) and 50% RH. Cold LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 105, 118,
conditions will require a longer curing time. 126, 129, 199, 209
For temperatures between 50°F and 69°F (10°C F. Grouting or Pointing:
to 21°C) allow a minimum 24 hour cure period
prior to flood testing. color for each type/color of ceramic tile, mosaic, paver, trim
unit:
LATICRETE Hydro Ban 1. Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile-
References Grouting Epoxy (ANSI A118.3): Follow
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 663.0, 663.5 manufacturer‘s recommendations for
minimum cure time prior to grouting.
Store liquid components of LATICRETE
GREENGUARD Certificate: Hydro Ban SpectraLOCK® PRO Grout† for 24 hours at
LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 188, 189, 203 70–80°F (21–27°C) prior to use to facilitate
E. Thin Bed Method: Install latex portland mixing and application. Substrate
cement mortar in compliance with current temperature must be 40–95°F (4–35°C).
revisions of ANSI A108.02 (3.8 Membrane Verify joints are free of dirt, debris or grout
or cleavage membrane), A108.1B and ANSI spacers. Sponge or wipe dust/dirt off tile
A108.5. Use the appropriate trowel notch faces and remove water standing in joints.
size to ensure proper bedding of the tile, Apply grout release to face of absorptive,
brick or stone selected. Work the latex abrasive, non–slip or rough textured
portland cement mortar into good contact ceramic tile, pavers, bricks, stone or trim
with the substrate and comb with notched units that are not hot paraffin coated to
side of trowel. Spread only as much latex facilitate cleaning. Cut open pouch and
portland cement mortar as can be covered pour LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout
while the mortar surface is still wet and Part A Liquid into a clean mixing pail.
tacky. When installing large format (>8" Then open pouch and pour LATICRETE
x 8"/200 mm x 200 mm) tile/stone, rib/ SpectraLOCK PRO Grout Part B Liquid
button/lug back tiles, pavers or sheet into the mixing pail. Mix by hand or with
mounted ceramics/mosaics, spread latex a slow speed (<300 rpm) mixer until the
portland cement mortar onto the back of (i.e. two liquids are well blended. Then, while
‘back-butter’) each piece/sheet in addition mixing, add LATICRETE SpectraLOCK
to trowelling latex portland cement mortar PRO Grout Part C Powder and blend until
over the substrate. Beat each piece/sheet uniform. Install LATICRETE SpectraLOCK
into the latex portland cement mortar with PRO Grout in compliance with current
a beating block or rubber mallet to insure revisions of ANSI A108.02 (3.13) and ANSI
full bedding and flatness. Allow installation A108.6 (3.0 – 4.0). Spread using a sharp

edged, hard rubber float and work grout Cautions: Do not use undiluted white vinegar on polished
marble or limestone unless a test spot in an inconspicuous
into joints. Using strokes diagonal (at area indicates no change in finish appearance; do not use
45° angle) to the grout lines, pack joints acid cleaners on epoxy grout less than 7 days old.
full and free of voids/pits. Then hold float
face at a 90° angle to grouted surface and
LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout
use float edge to “squeegee” off excess
grout, stroking diagonally to avoid pulling References
grout out of filled joints. Once excess LATICRETE Data Sheets: 685.0, 685.5
grout is removed, a thin film/haze will LATICRETE MSDS: Pro Part A, Pro Part B, Part C
be left. Initial cleaning of the remaining Powder, Cleaning Additive
film/haze can begin approximately 20–30 GREENGUARD Certificate: PRO
minutes after grouting (wait longer at
LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 111, 198,
colder temperatures). Begin by mixing
212, 400
cleaning additive packet with 2 gallons
(7.6 l) of clean water in a clean bucket 2. Polymer Fortified Cement Grout (ANSI
to make cleaning solution. Dip a clean A118.7): Allow ceramic tile, mosaics,
sponge into the bucket and then wring out pavers, brick or stone installation to cure
cleaning solution until sponge is damp. a minimum of 24 hours at 70° F (21°C).
Using a circular motion, lightly scrub Verify grout joints are free of dirt, debris
grouted surfaces with the damp sponge or tile spacers. Sponge or wipe dust/
to dissolve grout film/haze. Then drag dirt off veneer face and remove any
sponge diagonally over the scrubbed water standing in joints. Apply grout
surfaces to remove froth. Rinse sponge release to face of absorptive, abrasive,
frequently and change cleaning solution non–slip or rough textured ceramic tile,
at least every 50 ft2 (4.7m2). Discard pavers, bricks, or trim units that are not
sponges as they become “gummy” with hot paraffin coated to facilitate cleaning.
residue. Within one (1) hour of finishing Surface temperature must be between
first cleaning, clean the same area again 40–90°F (4–32°C). Pour approximately
following the same procedure but utilizing 64 oz (1.9 l) of clean, potable water into
a clean white scrub pad and fresh cleaning a clean mixing container. Add a 25 lb
solution. Rinse scrub pad frequently. (11.3 kg) bag of LATICRETE PermaColor™
Drag a clean sponge diagonally over the Grout^ to the container while mixing. Mix
scrubbed surfaces to remove froth. Use by hand or with a slow speed mixer to a
each side of sponge only once before smooth, stiff consistency. Install latex
rinsing and change cleaning solution at fortified cement grout in compliance
least every 50 ft2 (4.7 m2). Allow cleaned with current revisions of ANSI A108.1A
areas to dry and inspect tile/stone surface. (7.0 Grouting of tile), ANSI A108.02 (4.5
For persistent grout film/haze (within 24 Cleaning tile) and ANSI A108.10. Dampen
hours), repeat scrubbing procedure with dry surfaces with clean water. Spread using
undiluted white vinegar and clean pad. a sharp edged, hard rubber float and work
Rinse with clean water and allow surface grout into joints. Using diagonal (at 45°
to dry. Inspect grout joint for pinholes/ angle to direction of grout line) strokes,
voids and repair them with freshly mixed pack joints full and free of voids/pits.
LATICRETE® SpectraLOCK® PRO Grout†. Hold float face at a 90° angle to grouted
surface and use float edge to “squeegee”

off excess grout, stroking diagonally to References

reduce pulling grout out of filled joints. LATICRETE Data Sheets: 250.0
Initial cleaning can begin as soon as grout LATICRETE MSDS: 2500
has become firm, typically 15–20 minutes
GREENGUARD Certificates: 2500
after grouting at 70°F (21°C). Higher
temperatures may require faster time LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 201, 400
to initial cleaning; wider joints or lower G. Expansion and Control Joints: Provide control
temperatures may require a longer time or expansion joints as located in contract
to initial cleaning. Begin initial cleaning by drawings and in full conformity, especially in
lightly dampening the entire grouted area width and depth, with architectural details.
with a damp sponge. Then wash clean the 1. Substrate joints must carry through, full
entire area with a damp (not wet) sponge. width, to surface of tile, brick or stone.
Drag a clean towel, dampened with water,
2. Install expansion joints in tile, brick or
or wipe a clean, dampened sponge,
stone work over construction/cold joints
diagonally over the veneer face to remove
or control joints in substrates.
any grout haze left after “squeegeeing.”
Rinse towel/sponge frequently and 3. Install expansion joints where tile, brick or
change rinse water at least every 200 ft2 stone abut restraining surfaces (such as
(19 m2). Repeat this cleaning sequence perimeter walls, curbs, columns), changes
again if grout haze is still present. Allow in plane and corners.
grout joints to become firm. Buff surface 4. Joint width and spacing depends on
of grout with clean coarse cloth. Inspect application – follow TCNA “Handbook for
joint for pinholes/voids and repair them Ceramic Tile Installation” Detail “EJ–171
with freshly mixed grout. Within 24 hours, Expansion Joints” or consult sealant
check for remaining haze and remove manufacturer for recommendation based
it with warm soapy water and a nylon on project parameters.
scrubbing pad, using a circular motion, to 5. Joint width: ≥1/8" (3 mm) and ≤1"
lightly scrub surfaces and dissolve haze/ (25 mm).
film. Do not use acid cleaners on latex
6. Joint width: depth ~2:1 but joint depth
portland cement grout less than 10 days
must be ≥1/8" (3 mm) and ≤1/2"
old.
(12 mm).
color for each type/color of ceramic tile, mosaic, paver, trim
7. Layout (field defined by joints): 1:1
unit: length: width is optimum but must be
1. Latex-portland cement sanded floor grout for joint widths ≤ 2:1. Remove all contaminants and
≥1/16" (1.5 mm ) and ≤1/2" (12 mm); foreign material from joint spaces/
2. Latex-portland cement unsanded grout for soft glazed surfaces, such as dirt, dust, oil, water,
tiles and soft/polished stone with joints widths ≤1/8"
(3 mm).
frost, setting/grouting materials, sealers
and old sealant/backer. Use LATICRETE
Use the following LATICRETE System Materials Latasil™ 9118 Primer for underwater and
LATICRETE PermaColor Grout permanent wet area applications, or for
porous stone (e.g. limestone, sandstone
etc…) installations. Install appropriate
backing material (e.g. closed cell backer
rod) based on expansion joint design and
as specified in § 07920. Apply masking

tape to face of tile, brick or stone veneer. 3.6 Protection

Use caulking gun, or other applicator, to A. P
rotect finished installation under
completely fill joints with sealant. Within provisions of §01500 and §01535. Close
5–10 minutes of filling joint, ‘tool’ sealant areas to other trades and traffic until tile
surface to a smooth finish. Remove being installed has set firmly. Keep traffic
masking tape immediately after tooling off horizontal portland cement thick bed
joint. Wipe smears or excess sealant off mortar installations for at least 72 hours at
the face of non–glazed tile, brick, stone or 70°F (21°C)
other absorptive surfaces immediately. B. Keep floors installed with epoxy adhesive
Use the following LATICRETE® System Materials closed to foot traffic for 24 hours at 70°F
LATICRETE® Latasil™ (21°C), and to heavy traffic for 48 hours at
LATICRETE Latasil 9118 Primer 70°F (21°C) unless instructed differently
by manufacturer. Use kneeling boards, or
References
equivalent, to walk/work on newly tiled
LATICRETE Detail Drawings: WP300, WP301,
floors. Cure tile work in swimming pools,
WP302, WP303, EJ-01, EJ-02, EJ-03, EJ-04,
fountains and other continuous immersion
EJ-05, EJ-06, EJ-07, EJ-08, EJ-09, EJ-10, EJ–11,
applications for 10 days at 70°F (21°C) for
EJ-12, EJ-13, EJ-14, EJ-15, P605 (Sealant
epoxy based grout and 14 days at 70°F
treatments only)
(21°C) for latex portland cement based grout
LATICRETE Data Sheets: 6200.1, 6528.1 before flood testing or filling installation
LATICRETE MSDS: Latasil, Primer with water. Extend period of protection of
LATICRETE Technical Data Sheets: 211, 252 tile work at lower temperatures, below 60°F
(15°C), and at high relative humidity (>70%
H. A
djusting: Correction of defective work for a
RH) due to retarded set times of mortar/
period of one (1) year following substantial
adhesives. Replace or restore work of other
completion, return to job and correct all
trades damaged or soiled by work under this
defective work. Defective work includes,
section.
without limitation, tiles broken in normal
abuse due to deficiencies in setting bed,
loose tiles or grout, and all other defects
which may develop as a result of poor
workmanship.
3.5 Cleaning
Clean excess mortar/epoxy from veneer
surfaces with water before they harden and
as work progresses. Do not contaminate open
grout/caulk joints while cleaning. Sponge and
wash veneers diagonally across joints. Do not
use acids for cleaning. Polish with clean dry
cloth. Remove surplus materials and leave
premises broom clean.

Section 3: Part 4 – Health and Safety
Part 4 – Health and Safety

The use of personal protection such as rubber
gloves, suitable dust masks, safety glasses
and industrial clothing is highly recommended.
Discarded packaging, product wash and waste
water should be disposed of as per local, state
or federal regulations.
“As a professional courtesy, LATICRETE offers
technical services free of charge. The user
maintains all responsibility for verifying the
applicability and suitability of the technical
service or information provided.”
The right to copy, distribute and utilize for
commercial purposes is granted exclusively to
architects, engineers, and specification writers.
Execution Statements are subject to change
without notice. For latest revision, check our
website at www.laticrete.com
ES–SR614 R

Section 4: Steam Room Detail Drawings

Section 4: ES-SR613

Scale: NTS
provided.
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Section 4: ES–SR614

Scale: NTS
provided.
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Section 4: ES-SR614B

Scale: NTS
provided.
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Section 4: ES-P605

Scale: NTS
provided.
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Section 4: ES-WP302

Scale: NTS
provided.

Section 5: Maintenance and Protection

Section 5: Quality Assurance
5.1 Quality Assurance Design Professional

n Wall System, Shower Pan/Floor System and
The success of a steam room/steam shower
project depends entirely on a good quality Ceiling System Product Component Design,
assurance program implemented at all levels Specification, Installation, and Inspection
of the project. Unfortunately, comprehensive Procedure Training
quality assurance programs remain the Pre-Installation Conference Materials and
n
most often overlooked and ignored process Methods

in the design and construction of steam
Identification of Construction Progress and
n
rooms and steam showers. There is an

Post Installation Inspection, Testing and
important distinction between the terms
Evaluation Requirements; Identify Resolution
“quality assurance” and “quality control”.
Methods for Non-Compliant Conditions
The distinction is that quality assurance is
preventative in nature and encompasses all Develop and Specify Post Installation
n
the procedures necessary to insure quality, Preventative Maintenance Programs

from design through implementation. Quality Construction Professional
n Substrate Preparation
control is corrective in nature, typically
implemented during or after a procedure, and is Control of Materials (Evaluation of Contract
n
only one component of a more comprehensive Document Performance Requirements,

and planned quality assurance program. A Material Suppliers, Delivery, Handling,
quality assurance program should include Records
quality checks during the design, specification
Product Use Monitoring and Documentation
n
and bidding phases as well as during and after

(Pot Life, Curing, Protection and Batch
construction. One factor of tile installations
Mixing)
in steam room/steam shower applications is
the quality of the installation is only as good Setting or Fixing of Tile or Stone – Adhesion
n
as each component, and it’s installation, of the Monitoring (Spreading, Thickness, Open
system. So choosing the proper products and Time, Tackiness, Beat-In, Coverage)
installing them correctly is critical to the long- Clean-Up and Protection
n
term performance of the steam room.

A comprehensive quality program for the
design and construction of steam rooms and
steam showers should involve the following:
Owner
n Define Scope of Work
n Organizational Requirements
n Quality Objectives

Section 5: Preventative and Corrective Maintenance
5.2 Preventative and Corrective 5.3 Protection and Sealing

Maintenance Water Repellent Sealers and Coatings
A systematic maintenance plan is a critical The purpose and performance of these
required final step in steam rooms which is materials is widely misunderstood by design
often overlooked. A steam room is exposed and construction professionals. Generally,
to harsh, deteriorating conditions and without clear water repellent coatings can aid to retard
regular maintenance, the normal deterioration surface water absorption of porous materials,
process will be accelerated. The result is a loss and reduce adhesion of atmospheric pollution
of performance and shortening of expected and other stains. However, these materials
service life. often give a false sense of security due to
the lack of understanding of their suitability,
Maintenance of steam rooms is categorized
compatibility, and performance. Water
according to how and when maintenance
repellents can reduce water leakage and
actions are taken. Preventative maintenance is
deterioration in normally porous tile, stone
planned and proactive action, which maintains
or grout materials, but they are not a cure to
specified performance, prevents potential
abnormal leakage caused by fundamental
defects or failures. Preventative maintenance
defects in detailing and construction.
includes both anticipated routine actions and
repairs, such application of protective sealers There are several general principles for use
or deteriorated sealant replacement, as well and application of sealers. Water repellent
as unexpected repairs such as replacement of sealers are not waterproof, and generally can
cracked tile or stone, or correcting water leaks not bridge gaps or hairline cracks in grout
that may manifest into structural problems joints or the cladding material, so these
later. materials are useless when used over cracks
or very porous materials. Sealers suitable for
The benefits of preventative maintenance are
steam rooms must be vapor permeable, and
well documented; prevention has been proven
allow the wall materials to “breathe” vapor but
to increase expected service life, and cost a
stop water. Sealers can also create functional
fraction of more extensive remedial action
or aesthetic defects that are intended to be
typically required once a problem occurs.
prevented or corrected by their application.
Corrective maintenance is remedial action For example, sealers may be harmful if water
which repairs a defect after occurrence. infiltrates behind the wall assembly, either
Corrective maintenance is necessary to through hairline cracks/gaps, or through
prevent further deterioration or total failure of poorly designed or constructed wall interfaces.
a steam room system. Corrective maintenance Sealers can trap water within a wall, and cause
typically involves evaluation with either a non- efflorescence, spalling/exfoliation of the
destructive or destructive test procedure. cladding material, or structural damage.
The use of LATICRETE® SpectraLOCK®† As sealers age and weather, several other
PRO Grout aids in the maintenance of the problems can occur. Effectiveness is typically
installation. This grout reduces the amount of reduced over time, so periodic re-application
time needed to clean, seal and provide general (depending on the manufacturers formulation
upkeep typically required with traditional and recommendations) is necessary; effective
cement based products. service life ranges from 2–5 years. Sealers

Section 5: Protection and Sealing
may also allow variable wetting of the grout,

tile or stone from poor application or from
weathering; this can produce a blotchy
appearance. In some cases the sealer can be
re-applied; in others it may be necessary to
allow it to completely weather off, or be removed
chemically to restore a uniform appearance.
Please check with sealer manufacturer for
complete information on their products.
Compatibility of sealers is also important, not
only with the materials to be sealed, but also
adjacent and underlying components of the
steam room system. The appearance of certain
tile, stone or grout materials can be affected
by sealers. Poor application or poor quality
products can darken or change appearance.
Silicone based sealer formulations cause
discoloration on high lime surfaces such as
limestone or marble. Application (or overspray)
of sealers to non-porous tile such as porcelain
will result in visible residue or a dripping, wet
appearance from sealers that do not absorb
(e.g. acrylics and urethanes). Sealant joints,
waterproofing membranes, and metal are
some of the system components which could
be affected by solvents in some formulations.
Prior to application of water repellents, all
joint sealant work should cure a minimum of
72 hours; the solvents in these materials can
affect the cure of sealants. Protection should
also be provided for other solvent-sensitive
material, such as waterproofing membranes,
rubber, glass, and metal frames, by saturating
with dish washing soap and water prior to
application. Most water based formulations are
non-reactive with solvent sensitive materials.
As an Alternative to Using Sealers

Use LATICRETE® SpectraLOCK®† PRO Grout
in conjunction with a porcelain bodied tile.
LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout never
needs sealing. The grout becomes just as
dense and durable as the porcelain tile.

Section 5: Case Study – Full Mortar BedHeading
Steam Room
Here
3.2# expandable diamond metal lath fastened to rigid foam insolation board which has been
installed over a vapor barrier.
Bench/wall transition and proper placement of 3.2# expandable diamond metal lath.

Section 5: Case Study – Full Mortar Bed Steam Room
Transition of walls to ceiling prior to installation of LATICRETE® 226 Thick Bed Mortar and LATICRETE
3701 Mortar Admix scratch coat.
Proper tie-in of 3.2# expandable diamond metal lath to steam room light fixture.

Ceiling (with sprinkler head) showing Tile Council of North America (TCNA) recommended pitch of
2" per foot (50 mm per 300 mm).
Pipe penetration for steam generation unit and proper tie-in of 3.2# expandable diamond metal
lath.

Installation of 3.2# expandable diamond metal lath to stainless steel door frame and flashing.
Wall partially finished with scratch coat of LATICRETE® 226 Thick Bed Mortar and LATICRETE 3701
Mortar Admix.

Finishing the application of the LATICRETE 226 Thick Bed Mortar and LATICRETE 3701 Mortar Admix
scratch coat.
Scratching the LATICRETE 226 Thick Bed Mortar and LATICRETE 3701 Mortar Admix with a piece of
metal lath.

A finished, scratch coat wall which is now ready for “the float coat.”
The steam room seats after the installation of the LATICRETE® 3701 Mortar Admix and LATICRETE
226 Thick Bed Mortar.

Pre-treatment of ceiling joint with 6" (150 mm) wide, treatment of LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing
Membrane.
Lighting fixture waterproofing membrane pre-treatment. The vapor retarder, insulation board, mud
bed, and LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Membrane are all clearly visible.

Waterproofing treatment of corner and floor with LATICRETE® 9235 Waterproofing Membrane.
Completed installation of LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Membrane over all seat, wall, ceiling and
floor surfaces.

Installation of tile onto LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Membrane using LATICRETE 254 Platinum.
Continuing installation of tile onto all surfaces using LATICRETE 254 Platinum.

Finished installation of 2" x 2" (5 cm x 5 cm) vitreous tile using LATICRETE® 254 Platinum. Notice the
cut-out for the emergency call switch.
Installation of LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout mixed with LATICRETE 1776 Grout Enhancer on ceiling,
walls and seat.

Finished wall, ceiling and seat installation.
Finished floor installation of tile. Floor and seats are sloped 1/4" per foot (6 mm per 300 mm) to
the drain.

Finished wall showing door, light and emergency call switch installations.
Tile provided and installation done by: Coastal Tile and Marble, Branford, CT.

Section 6: Appendix

Section 6: Steam Room Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a shower pan for my steam room/ Q: Should the vapor barrier drape into the
steam shower? shower pan liner?
Yes. A shower pan is an extremely important Yes. As water vapor permeates through the tile
component of any steam room, steam shower or installation and the waterproofing membrane,
regular shower and may be required per building the moisture will hit the impermeable vapor
code. A vinyl liner (or other vapor impermeable barrier. The moisture will eventually condense
material which can be used as a shower pan into water form and, by gravity, work its way
membrane) is perfectly suited for this type of down into the shower pan. A moisture barrier
application and must be properly installed to that has been improperly placed means that
protect against damage caused by water. the water will end up on the outside of the
shower pan. This can lead to structural damage
Q: Does the floor of the steam room require a and mold/health problems.
pitch to drain?
Yes. In fact, the pitch must exist in the sub-floor Q: Where should a vapor barrier be placed in a
so water that accumulates in the shower pan steam room installation?
flows towards the drain weep holes. If the sub- According to ES-SR613 the vapor barrier
floor is properly pitched then the depth of the would be placed directly onto the concrete
mortar bed can remain a consistent depth. The or masonry. In ES-SR614 the vapor barrier
pitch to drain for steam room/steam shower is placed directly onto the face of the studs
floor installations is recommended at 1/4" per (steel or wood), directly underneath (in contact
foot (6 mm per 300 mm). with) the cement backer board and fastened
with corrosion resistant fasteners. A spot of
Q: Should I conduct a flood test in my steam LATICRETE Latasil™ should then be placed
room prior to setting tile? onto each fastener to help prevent moisture
Yes. It is important to verify that the shower penetration through the fastener hole. Please
pan does not leak prior to setting tile. For more refer to the appropriate execution statement
information on flood testing requirements and located in this design manual or at www.
procedures, please refer to TDS 169 “Flood laticrete.com/ag for more information.
Testing Procedures” at www.laticrete.com.
Q: If there is no “water” in a steam room then
Q: Why do I need a vapor barrier in my why do I need a waterproofing membrane?
steam room/steam shower if I have a In actuality, there is water in a steam room; a
waterproofing membrane? significant amount of water. Water enters the
LATICRETE® Hydro Ban™ and LATICRETE room as a vapor, meaning it must be heated to a
9235 Waterproofing Membrane, like most temperature greater than 212°F (100°C). As the
waterproofing membranes, prevents water from steam enters the room it will condense when
penetrating past the membrane. However, like it hits dew point and the resulting water must
most waterproofing membranes, LATICRETE have an escape route. Directly or indirectly the
Hydro Ban and LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing condensed water in the steam room will end
Membrane are vapor permeable. Moisture up going through the drain.
vapor will be able to permeate through the
membrane, water itself will not. In a steam Q: Do I require a waterproofing membrane on
room environment the moisture that enters the walls and ceiling?
the room is in vapor form and is also under Yes. The waterproofing membrane is required
some pressure. The vapor barrier is designed throughout the steam room/steam shower
and placed to keep the moisture vapor from installation to help limit the amount of moisture
entering into areas where the vapor will vapor that reaches the vapor barrier. The low perm
condense and possibly cause structural and rating of LATICRETE Hydro Ban and LATICRETE
mold/health problems. 9235 Waterproofing Membrane means that a
very low amount of water will come in contact
with the vapor barrier.
Section 6: Steam Room Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does a steam room/steam shower ceiling Q: What LATICRETE grout should I use for my
require a pitch? steam room/steam shower?
Yes. The ceiling requires a pitch to prevent The ideal grout would be LATICRETE
water droplets from falling onto steam room SpectraLOCK®† PRO Grout. LATICRETE
occupants. It also prevents water from staying SpectraLOCK PRO Grout provides an extremely
on the ceiling surface for extended periods of low absorption rate, antimicrobial protection,
time. The recommended pitch for a ceiling in a a significant reduction in efflorescence
steam room is 2" per foot (50 mm per 300 mm) problems, and ease of installation making
minimum. it the ideal choice for a steam room/steam
shower environment. LATICRETE PermaColor™
Q: Do I need a vapor barrier on the ceiling? Grout^ is also suitable for steam room use.
Yes. Water vapor in a steam room will
definitely come in contact with the ceiling. Q: Does LATICRETE Latasil™ require
The vapor barrier must be placed within the the LATICRETE 9118 Primer prior to
entire confines of the steam room structure so application?
that no moisture vapor can transpire into the Yes. Due to the amount of moisture in a steam
surrounding building structure or spaces. room/steam shower, it is a good idea to treat
this type of installation the same way that you
Q: Is insulation required in my steam room/ would treat a swimming pool LATICRETE Latasil
steam shower? application.
This is a question that should be answered by
the project design professional. Applications Q: If I use a cement based grout will
and project conditions may vary and will have a efflorescence be a concern?
direct impact on the use of insulation. The use Yes. Efflorescence can be a concern when
of a suitable insulation should dramatically a portland cement based grout is used in a
improve the performance of the steam room/ steam room installation. The high amount of
steam shower and help to conserve energy. moisture and the fact that the moisture will
work its way back out through the grout can,
Q: How do I waterproof the penetrations very possibly lead to efflorescence problems.
(e.g. steam jets, pipes, drains, lights, etc…) An easy way to reduce efflorescence problems
in my steam room/steam shower? is to use LATICRETE SpectraLOCK PRO Grout.
For steam jets and pipes you can refer to Detail
ES-P605 (located in Section 4.4) for direction. Q: What regular maintenance is needed for a
For drains you can refer to detail WP302 (located steam room?
in Section 4.5). Outside of maintaining the steam generation
unit (contact steam generation unit
Q: What LATICRETE Thin-Set should I use for manufacturer for more information) a steam
my steam room installation? room requires some regular maintenance.
LATICRETE 254 Platinum, a premium Establish a suitable and consistent cleaning
multipurpose thin-set mortar is ideal for regimen for long term, safe and healthy steam
installing most types of tile or stone in a room enjoyment.
steam room/steam shower environment. For
installation of resin backed stone, moisture
sensitive tile or stone, mesh backed mosaics,
or dot mounted mosaics it is recommended
that LATAPOXY® 300 Adhesive be used. For
more information please contact LATICRETE
Technical Services at support@laticrete.com

Section 6: Resource Guide
Ceramic Tile Materials and Methods Masonry Institute of America

Tile Council of North America, Inc. (TCNA) 22815 Frampton Ave.
100 Clemson Research Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-5034
Anderson, SC 29625 800.221.4000
864.646.8453 www.masonryinstitute.org
www.tileusa.com
Thin Brick Masonry Materials and Methods
Terrazzo, Tile & Marble Association of Canada Brick Institute of America (BIA)
(TTMAC) 11490 Commerce Park Dr.
30 Capston Gate, Unit 5 Suite 300
Concord, Ontario, Canada L4K 3E8 Reston, VA 22091
905.660.9640 703.620.0010
www.ttmac.com www.bia.org
Ceramic Tile Institute of America, Inc. International Masonry Institute (IMI)
12061 West Jefferson The James Brice House
Culver City, CA 90230-6219 42 East St.
310.574.7800 Annapolis, MD 21401
www.ctioa.org 410.280.1305
www.imiweb.org
Tile Contractors Association of America (TCAA)
4 East 113th Terrace Masonry Institute of America
Kansas City, MO 64114 22815 Frampton Ave.
800.655.8453 Torrance, CA 90501-5034
www.tcaainc.org 800.221.4000
www.masonryinstitute.org
National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA)
P.O. Box 13629 National Concrete Masonry Association
626 Lakeland East Dr. (NCMA)
Jackson, MS 39236 13750 Sunrise Valley Dr.
601.939.2071 Herndon, VA 20171-4662
www.tile-assn.com 703.713.1900
www.ncma.org
International Masonry Institute (IMI)
The James Brice House Concrete, Pre-Cast Concrete
42 East St. Portland Cement Association
Annapolis, MD 21401 5420 Old Orchard Rd.
410.280.1305 Skokie, IL 60077
www.imiweb.org 847.966.6200
www.cement.org
Natural Stone Methods and Materials
Marble Institute of America (MIA) Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI)
28901 Clemens Rd. 209 West Jackson Blvd.
Westlake, OH 44145 Chicago, IL 60606
440.250.9222 312.786.0300
www.marble-institute.com www.pci.org

Section 6: Resource Guide
Wire Reinforcement Institute (WRI) International Organization for Standardization

942 Main St. (ISO)
Hartford, CT 06103 1, rue de Varembé, Casa postale 56
800.542.4974 CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland
www.wirereinforcement.org 41 22 749 01 11
www.iso.org
American Concrete Institute (ACI)
P.O. Box 9094 National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS)
Farmington Hills, MI 48333-9094 1090 Vermont Ave., NW
248.848.3700 Suite 700
www.concrete.org Washington, DC 20005-4905
202.289.7800
Test Standards and Building Codes
www.nibs.org
American Society for Testing & Materials
International (ASTM) Sealants, Waterproofing and Adhesives
100 Barr Harbor Dr. Sealant, Waterproofing & Restoration Institute
P.O. Box C700 (SWRI)
West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 14 West 3rd St.
610.832.9585 Suite 200
www.astm.org Kansas City, MO 64105
816.472.7974
Materials and Methods Standards Association
www.swrionline.com
(MMSA)
P.O. Box 350 Adhesive & Sealant Council, Inc.
Grand Haven, MI 49417-0350 7979 Old Georgetown Rd.
616.842.7844 Suite 500
www.mmsa.ws Bethesda, MD 20814
301.986.9700
International Code Council (ICC)
www.ascouncil.org
4051 West Flossmoor Rd.
Country Club Hills, IL 60478-5795 Cement Plaster/Render
888.422.7233 International Institute for Lath & Plaster
www.iccsafe.org P.O. Box 3922
Palm Desert, CA 92260-3922
United States Green Building Council (USGBC)
760.837.9094
1015 18th St., NW
www.iilp.org
Suite 508
Washington DC 20036 Expansion Joints
202.828.7422 Expansion Joints Manufacturers Association
www.usgbc.org 25 North Broadway
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Tarrytown, NY 10591
1819 L St., NW 6th Floor Fax: 914.332.1541
Washington, DC 20036 www.ejma.org
202.293.8020
www.ansi.org

Section 6: Glossary
ABSORPTION – the relationship of the weight BOND STRENGTH – a bond coat’s ability to resist
of water absorbed to the weight of the dry separating from the tile and underlayment,
specimen, expressed in percentages measured in pounds per square inch (psi)
AGGLOMERATE TILE – a man-made stone BROWN COAT – the second coat in a three-coat
product generally consisting of either crushed render or mortar application
marble, granite or quartz chips with a matrix of
resins and mineral pigments. Usually available BULLNOSE – a trim tile with a convex radius on
in assorted sizes as well as large slabs. one edge
ANSI – American National Standards Institute CAULK – see sealant
APA – American Plywood Association CEILING SLOPE – steam rooms require ceilings
to be pitched 2" per foot (150mm per m) to
ASME – American Society of Mechanical prevent condensation from dripping on steam
Engineers room occupants
ASTM – American Society for Testing and CEMENT – binding component of mortars and
Materials concrete (usually portland cement)
BACK-BUTTER – the spreading of a bond coat CEMENT BACKER BOARD – a backer board,
to the back of ceramic tile and stone just before usually composed of cement, fillers and
the tile is placed fiberglass mesh, designed for use with ceramic
tile in wet areas
BACK MOUNTED MOSAIC TILE – mosaic tile
which may have perforated paper, fiber mesh, CEMENT GROUT – a cementitious mixture of
resin or other suitable material bonded to the portland cement, sand or other ingredients,
back of each tile which becomes an integral pigments and water, to produce a water
part of the tile installation resistant, uniformly colored material used to
fill the joints between tile units
BICOTTURA – method for producing tile by
firing it twice (first fire is for body, second is CEMENTITIOUS – having the properties of
to fuse glazes or patterns in glaze onto the cement
body).
CERAMIC TILE – a surfacing unit, usually
BISQUE – the refined mixture of clay, water and relatively thin in relation to facial area, made
additives that has been shaped into the body from clay or a mixture of clay and other
of a tile materials called the body of the tile, and having
either a glazed or unglazed face
BODY – the structural portion of a ceramic tile
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE – the resistance
BOND COAT – a material used between the offered by products to physical or chemical
back of a tile and the substrate. Suitable bond reactions as a result of contact with or
coats for a steam room application include latex immersion in various solvents, acids, alkalis,
portland cement mortar and epoxy adhesive. salts, etc…

Section 6: Glossary
CLEAVAGE MEMBRANE – a membrane that EPOXY ADHESIVE – an adhesive system that

provides a separation and slip sheet between employs epoxy hardening portions
a mortar bed and the substrate
EPOXY GROUT – a mortar system that employs
COLD JOINT – any point in concrete construction epoxy hardening portions
where a pour is terminated and the surface lost
plasticity before work continued EXPANSION JOINT – a joint through tile,
mortar and substrate to allow for excessive
COMPACTION – the process where a freshly movement
placed mortar is reduced to the minimum
practical space to form a stronger, denser FACE-MOUNTED MOSAICS – mosaic tile sheets
mass that have paper or other suitable material
applied to the face of the mosaic sheets,
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH – a material’s usually with water soluble adhesives for easy
ability to withstand a load force, measured in removal after installation and prior to grouting
pounds per square inch (psi)
GLASS MOSAIC TILE – tile made of glass, usually
CONTROL JOINTS – a joint physically cut into not over 2" x 2" (50 mm x 50 mm) and 1/4"
concrete to help control cracking during the (6 mm) thick and mounted on sheets. Sheets
curing of the concrete are typically 12" x 12" (300 mm x 300 mm)
CRAZING – the cracking that occurs in fired GLAZED TILE – tile with a fused impervious
glazes or other ceramic coatings due to critical facial finish composed of ceramic materials
tensile stresses fused to the body of the tile
CURING – maintenance of humidity and GROUT – a material used for filling the joints
temperature of freshly placed mortar or grout between tile
to assure satisfactory hydration of cement and
proper hardening of mortar or grout GROUTING – the process of filling tile joints
with grout
CUSHIONED EDGED TILE – tile on which the
facial edges have a distinct curvature that IAPMO – International Association of Plumbing
results in a slightly recessed grout joint and Mechanical Officers
DEFLECTION – a variation in the position or LATEX PORTLAND CEMENT GROUT – a mixture

shape of a structure element due to the effect of portland cement grout with a latex additive
of loads or volume change or polymer
DOT MOUNTED MOSAICS – tile packaged in LATEX PORTLAND CEMENT MORTAR – a

sheets and held together by plastic or rubber mixture of portland cement, sand and a latex
dots between tiles additive
EFFLORESCENCE – the residue deposited on MARBLE TILE – marble cut into tiles and
the surface of a material (usually cement grout) available in various finishes
by crystallization of soluble salts

Section 6: Glossary
MEDIUM BED – tile setting material that has a PLUMB – perpendicular to a true level
finished thickness between 3/8" (9 mm)
PORCELAIN TILE – a ceramic tile that is dense,
METAL LATH – expandable diamond metal impervious and has an absorption rate of
lath material which is mechanically fastened <0.5%
to a surface and onto which a mortar bed is
applied POT LIFE – the period of time during which a
material maintains its workable properties
MONOCOTTURA – method of producing tile by after it has been mixed
a single firing
SCRATCH COAT – a mortar bed, applied as the
MORTAR BED – the final coat of mortar on a first coat of a mortar on a wall or ceiling, whose
wall, floor or ceiling before the installation of surface is scratched or roughened so that
tile subsequent mortar coats will bond properly
MOSAIC TILE – any tile (ceramic, porcelain SEALANT – an elastomeric material used to fill
or stone) with a facial dimension of less than and seal expansion and control joints, prevents
6 in2 which usually comes in sheets (paper face the passage of moisture and does not allow
mounted, dot mounted, back mounted, etc…) horizontal and lateral movement to affect the
tile installation
MUD – see mortar bed
SELF-SPACING TILE – tile with lugs, spacers or
NON-VITREOUS TILE – tile with an absorption protuberances on the sides which automatically
rate greater than 7.0% space the tile for the grout joint
NOTCHED TROWEL – a trowel with a serrated SEMI-VITREOUS TILE – tile with an absorption
or notched edge which is used to gauge the rate between 3.0 – 7.0%
amount of mortar or adhesive to a specific
thickness when setting tile SHELF LIFE – the maximum period of time that
an item can be stored before it is used
OPEN TIME – the period of time that a bond
coat retains its ability to adhere to the tile and SHOWER PAN – a waterproof shower floor
bond the tile to the substrate membrane which is specifically recognized
for use in this application – required for steam
PENCIL ROD – reinforcing rod with a diameter rooms as well as showers per local building
no greater than 1/4" (6 mm) code
PINHOLES – imperfections in the surface of tile SLAKE – the process of mixing a cementitious
or grout mortar or grout, allowing it to stand for 5 – 10
minutes and then remixing. This process makes
PLASTER – a cementitious material and
sure that the moisture in the mix penetrates
aggregate that, when mixed with a gauging
lumps in the dry components, making it easier
liquid, forms a plastic mass or paste which
to complete the mixing procedure.
when applied to a surface, adheres to it and
subsequently hardens, preserving in a rigid
state the form or texture imposed during
installation

Section 6: Glossary
SLOPE TO DRAIN – a pitch placed in a floor WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE – a material

used to evacuate water. 1/4" per foot applied to a substrate before tiling to protect
(6 mm per 300 mm) is the industry recognized the substrate and supporting structure from
standard for floors. damage by water
SLURRY COAT – a coat of thin-set used to bond WET AREA – surfaces that are either soaked,
a mortar bed to a cementitious substrate saturated, or regularly and frequently subjected
to moisture or liquids (usually water), such as
SPACERS – plastic or rubber units used to saunas, steam rooms, showers, swimming
separate and provide consistent spacing pools, and more
between tiles
STATIC COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION (COF) –

the degree of slip resistance presented in a
quantitative number that expresses the degree
of slip resistance on the face of tile
STEAM GENERATOR – mechanism that turns

water into steam and pumps the steam into
the steam room under pressure
SUBFLOOR – a rough floor, plywood or

boards, laid directly on joists and to which an
underlayment or substrate is installed
SUBSTRATE – the underlying material to which

a tile installation is bonded
TCNA – Tile Council of North America
THICK BED MORTAR – a thick layer of mortar

that is used for leveling (see mortar bed)
THIN-SET – tile setting material that has a final

thickness not greater than 3/8" (9 mm)
VAPOR BARRIER – an impervious sheet

material that is placed under the substrate
to prevent moisture vapor from transgressing
through a wall, ceiling or floor
VITREOUS TILE – tile with an absorption rate

of between 0.5 – 3.0%
WALL TILE – a glazed tile with a body that

is suitable for interior use only and has an
absorption rate of greater than 7.0%
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Section 2: Specification for Steam Room – Full Mortar Bed Method

Section 3: Specification for Steam Room – Thin Bed Method

Section 4: Steam Room Detail Drawings......................................................................................

Section 5: Maintenance and Protection.......................................................................................

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1.1 Steam Room Facts 9235 Waterproofing Membrane. Tile is the

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Revision Date: 09/09

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Part 1 – General 1.5 Environmental Performance

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1.9 Reference Standards M. American Society For Testing And Materials

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UU. Steel Stud Manufacturers Association GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality

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Disposal) Manufacturer’s packaging 10. LEED Schools Reference Guide

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1.12 Quality Assurance D. Installer qualifications: company

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replacement and maintenance. Extra stock is 2.5 Performance Specification – Tile

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4. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3 D. MoistureVaporReduction:LATAPOXY312Vapor

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Part 3 – Execution 5. Not leveled with gypsum or asphalt based

commercial applications, or applicable 2. Wood float finished, or better, if the

3.3 Installation – Accessories GREENGUARD Certificates: 3701FMB; 254

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Protection – Provide protection for newly References

LATICRETE 254 Platinum F. Grouting or Pointing:

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Part 4 – Healthy and Safety

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PART 1 – GENERAL 1.4 Products Installed But Not Furnished

installation materials and accessories as 1.5 Environmental Performance

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1.8 Alternates L. American Society For Testing And Materials

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UU. Steel Stud Manufacturers Association GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality

Disposal) Manufacturer’s packaging 10. LEED Schools Reference Guide

1.12 Quality Assurance D. Installer qualifications: company

4. Shear Bond Strength (ANSI A118.3 D. MoistureVaporReduction:LATAPOXY312Vapor

Part 3 – Execution 5. Not leveled with gypsum or asphalt based

commercial applications, or applicable 2. Wood float finished, or better, if the

1.8 Alternates L. American Society For Testing And Materials

SS. Materials And Methods Standards c. GREENGUARD Environmental

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