Granfix Ultimateflex

[grumpygrouter]

Used Ultimateflex for the first time this week and I have to say I didn't find it too bad. It is a bit "sticky" when mixed correctly, but it is very fine. It has similar properties to Ardexflex 7001 but is not as course ( maybe about as fine in texture as Mosaic fix from BAL in fact).

I used it under and over 6mm Hardie on a 2m2 floor. It went down ok, not as easy to trowel as some adhesives, but it cleans up quite easily. The floor feels very solid as well. I would be happy to use it again. It is quite cost effective really. £39 for 6.5m2 coverage with a solid bed trowel, so much cheaper than Fastflex.

I also indulged in a new angle grinder on special at CTD. First time I have used one. Well, what a time saver for cutting round shower trays. Well worth the £20! just need to get some ear defs now..........:yes:

 

[DHTiling]

I just bought one of those grinders as well russ...good kit for £20 notes......

 

[grumpygrouter]

I just bought one of those grinders as well russ...good kit for £20 notes......

Sure is dave, especially as it comes with 2 blades. Can't believe how much time I saved cutting round that shower....:yes:

Just need to find a way to mark out the curve quicker now.....

 

[cjbombero]

Used Ultimateflex for the first time this week and I have to say I didn't find it too bad. It is a bit "sticky" when mixed correctly, but is is very fine. It has similar properties to Ardexflex 7001 but is not as course ( maybe about as fine in texture as Mosaic fix from BAL in fact).

I used it under and over 6mm Hardie on a 2m2 floor. It went down ok, not as easy to trowel as some adhesives, but it cleans up quite easily. The floor feels very solid as well. I would be happy to use it again. It is quite cost effective really. £39 for 6.5m2 coverage with a solid bed trowel, so much cheaper than Fastflex.

I also endulged in a new angle grinder on special at CTD. First time I have used one. Well, what a time saver for cutting round shower trays. Well worth the £20! just need to get some ear defs now..........:yes:

Your not kidding, I think I get a pretty good rate for Fastflex (£35 - £40 for both bottle and bag) but the coverage is normally only ever three sq m at best. I know a guy who supplies Granfix so I will have to get an idea what I can get it for. Did you get that locally or from a supplier?

I'm off to work now, bonfire night I can't wait

cjbombero

 

[monty]

Sure is dave, especially as it comes with 2 blades. Can't believe how much time I saved cutting round that shower....:yes:

Just need to find a way to mark out the curve quicker now.....

I've got one too, Excellent value..

 

[grumpygrouter]

Your not kidding, I think I get a pretty good rate for Fastflex (£35 - £40 for both bottle and bag) but the coverage is normally only ever three sq m at best. I know a guy who supplies Granfix so I will have to get an idea what I can get it for. Did you get that locally or from a supplier?

I'm off to work now, bonfire night I can't wait

cjbombero

I got it from a local (? 14miles away) tile supplier. My price was trade.

 

[cjbombero]

I know it's slightly off the thread but whats the angle grinder? I haven't got a CTD for about a million miles but it might be worth a stop off travelling back from a job, sounds like a bargain!

cjbombero

 

[grumpygrouter]

I know it's slightly off the thread but whats the angle grinder? I haven't got a CTD for about a million miles but it might be worth a stop off travelling back from a job, sounds like a bargain!

cjbombero

Einhell, or something like that. Comes with blades too.

 

[DHTiling]

Einhell, or something like that. Comes with blades too.

and a 2 yr gaurantee hasnt it or summit..?

 

[grumpygrouter]

Yep, think so!