FlexMat is a universal, next generation, high performance uncoupling membrane for use under ceramic tile and stone installations, for both residential and commercial applications. The unique patented design of Flextile FlexMat uncouples the floorcovering from the substrate and prevents the transfer of stresses to the tiled surface. Cracks in the substrate are bridged and not transferred to the tile installed.
Its design also allows for installations with both latex-modified and unmodified tile mortars, for proper installation and maximum strength of large format porcelain, tile and stone. It allows for installation over a wide range of substrates, including plywood/OSB, concrete, gypsum, heated floors, etc.
- Lightweight underlayment for tile & stone.
- Shear stress control prevents cracking & damage to tile.
- 100% waterproof – manages vapour transfer from substrate.
- Ready to tile immediately after installation.
- May be used with all recommended mortars as per installation requirements.
- Unique profile design plus inter-woven polypropylene netting material works to increase surface area to provide stronger bond to tile.
- For both Commercial and Residential use.
- Bridges in plane substrate cracks up to 3 mm (1/8”) in thickness.
- Lightweight underlayment for Tile and Stone.
- Offset dimple design to give higher point load.
- One ply fleece does not break apart / does not crush while installing.
- Absorbs deflection in floors within industry standard. (L/360 Tile,
L/480 Stone). - VOC free
- Water impermeable
- Equalizes vapour pressure: Air channels beneath tile underlay remain open to allow moisture in substrate to evaporate (joint strip must be used to maintain continuous barrier).
- Rated as suitable for extra heavy service by ASTM C627-70 on concrete and plywood substrates.
| Thickness: | 0.5 mm (0.02 in) – Nominal |
| Colour: | Blue |
| Size: | 3.28 ft x 82 ft [269 sqft coverage] |
| Stud Height: | 3 mm (1/8 in) |
| Unit Weight: | 0.645 kg/m² |
| Water Vapour Resistance: | 160 m (525 ft.) equivalent air layer |
| Air Gap Volume: | 1.6 L/m² (0.0052 ft³ / ft²) |
| Stud Cavities Volume: | 1.2 L/m² (0.0039 ft³ / ft²) tile mortar |
| Storage Temperature: | Max 45ºC (113ºF) |
| Softening Temperature: | 160ºC (320ºF) |
| Linear Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: | 0.18 mm / mºC (0.004” / ftºF) |
FlexMat is resistant to most chemicals. Not resistant to aggressive chemicals,
solvents during prolonged exposure. For specifi c applications contact Flextile
Technical Services.
ESTIMATED THIN-SET COVERAGE:
To bond FlexMat to the substrate: 22.68 kg (50 lb) of mortar per
13.0 – 18.6 m² (140 – 200 ft²).
To bond tile and stone to FlexMat: 22.68 kg (50 lb) of mortar, using 1/4″ x
3/8″ (6 mm x 10 mm) notched trowel, per 3.2 m² – 4.6 m² (35 – 50 ft²).
