Standard Test Method for Bond Strength of Ceramic Tile to Portland Cement Paste

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

07-31-2020

Language(s)

English

Published date

12-01-2014

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

This test method covers the determination of the ability of glazed ceramic wall tile, ceramic mosaic tile, quarry tile, and pavers to be bonded to portland cement paste.

Committee	C 21
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	5
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 2014
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Superseded
SupersededBy	ASTM C 482 : 2020
Supersedes	ASTM C 482 : 2002 : R2009

1.1This test method covers the determination of the ability of glazed ceramic wall tile, ceramic mosaic tile, quarry tile, and pavers to be bonded to portland cement paste. This test method includes both face-mounted and back-mounted tile.

1.2The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.