{"product_id":"flexmat-joint-tape-for-uncoupling-membrane","title":"Flexmat Joint Tape For Uncoupling Membrane","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlexMat 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight underlayment for tile \u0026amp; stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShear stress control prevents cracking \u0026amp; damage to tile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% waterproof - manages vapour transfer from substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to tile immediately after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay be used with all recommended mortars as per installation requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique profile design plus inter-woven polypropylene netting material works to increase surface area to provide stronger bond to tile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor both Commercial and Residential use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridges in plane substrate cracks up to 3 mm (1\/8”) in thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight underlayment for Tile and Stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset dimple design to give higher point load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne ply fleece does not break apart \/ does not crush while installing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs deflection in floors within industry standard. (L\/360 Tile, \u003cbr\u003eL\/480 Stone).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVOC free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater impermeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqualizes 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).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated as suitable for extra heavy service by ASTM C627-70 on concrete and plywood substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eThickness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e0.5 mm (0.02 in) - Nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e3.28 ft x 82 ft [269 sqft coverage]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eStud Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e3 mm (1\/8 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eUnit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e0.645 kg\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eWater Vapour Resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e160 m (525 ft.) equivalent air layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eAir Gap Volume:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e1.6 L\/m² (0.0052 ft³ \/ ft²)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eStud Cavities Volume:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e1.2 L\/m² (0.0039 ft³ \/ ft²) tile mortar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eStorage Temperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eMax 45ºC (113ºF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eSoftening Temperature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e160ºC (320ºF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eLinear Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e0.18 mm \/ mºC (0.004” \/ ftºF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlexMat is resistant to most chemicals. Not resistant to aggressive chemicals, \u003cbr\u003esolvents during prolonged exposure. For specifi c applications contact Flextile \u003cbr\u003eTechnical Services. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eESTIMATED THIN-SET COVERAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTo bond FlexMat to the substrate: 22.68 kg (50 lb) of mortar per \u003cbr\u003e13.0 - 18.6 m² (140 - 200 ft²). \u003cbr\u003eTo bond tile and stone to FlexMat: 22.68 kg (50 lb) of mortar, using 1\/4\" x \u003cbr\u003e3\/8\" (6 mm x 10 mm) notched trowel, per 3.2 m² - 4.6 m² (35 – 50 ft²).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gem Stones OT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54077159571766,"sku":"FLX.FLEXMAT-JT","price":72.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/2726\/5590\/files\/Joint-Tape.jpg?v=1780279375","url":"https:\/\/gemstonesinc.ca\/products\/flexmat-joint-tape-for-uncoupling-membrane","provider":"Gem Stones Tiles \u0026 Counter-Tops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}