Ardex X 17 Tile Adhesive

ARDEX X 17
Flexible, Non-Slump Wall & Floor Tile Adhesive
ARDEX X 17 is a high-performance polymer-fortified cement-based tile adhesive with mastic-like properties, making it ideal for residential and light commercial applications. This non-slump adhesive provides exceptional workability, extended open time, and strong adhesion, ensuring durable and long-lasting tile installations.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Non-Slump Formula – Ideal for large-format and heavy tiles, ensuring they stay in place after application
- Flexible & Durable – Absorbs movement, making it suitable for timber floors and temperature variations
- Great Workability – Low sand content for a smoother consistency and easy application
- Extended Open Time – Approx. 30 minutes, allowing flexibility during tile installation
- Fast Setting & Strong Adhesion – Touch dry in 2-3 hours with full curing in 24-48 hours
- Water & Moisture Resistant – Suitable for wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries
- Green Building Compliant – Meets NZ standards and Green Building Council of Australia IEQ-13 requirements
- Versatile Application – Compatible with ceramic, porcelain, mosaics, and natural stone (excluding moisture-sensitive stones)
Application & Coverage:
- Walls: 10m² per 20kg using a 6x6x6mm notched trowel
- Floors: 6m² per 20kg using a 10x10x10mm notched trowel
- Substrates: Concrete, renders, screeds, plasterboard, fibre-cement sheet, existing ceramic tiles (internal dry areas), and Ceramic Tile Underlay (CTU)
Product Details:
- Size: 20kg bag (Available in White & Grey)
- Shelf Life: 12 months (store in a dry place at 23°C)
- Solvent-Free & Low VOC – Environmentally friendly and safe for indoor use
- Special Order Product – Availability and delivery times may vary
For a reliable, flexible, and easy-to-apply tile adhesive, choose ARDEX X 17 for residential and commercial tiling projects.