Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant VDW 495-Adhesive Mortar

$129.71

PHNA Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant is a high‑strength, plastic‑modified, hydraulically hardening bonding slurry for securing pavers, natural stone, and porcelain tile to PHNA Xtreme Bedding (VDW 480 Trass Bedding).

  • Light to heavy traffic loads
  • Fast hardening
  • Mix only the quantity needed
  • Compatible with under-surface heating
  • Laid wet-to-wet on Trass Bedding
  • Open to foot traffic after 24 hours
Please Note:
Coverage is approximately 75 sq ft per bag of VDW 495 adhesive mortar. This is a general coverage recommendation for pavers, porcelain, and natural stone.

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Product Specs

UseBonding pavers, natural stone, porcelain tile to PHNA Xtreme Bedding (vdw 480)
Traffic LoadLight to heavy
Application TimeApprox. 1 hour at 20°C / 68°F
Application Temperature5–25°C / 41–77°F (not on frozen ground)
Water Addition (Notched Trowel)~5 L (1.3 gal) per 25 kg / 55 lb bag
Water Addition (“Dip” Method)~7 L (1.8 gal) per 25 kg / 55 lb bag
Mixing Time2 min mix → 2 min mature → brief remix
Adhesive Strength> 330 psi
Coverage70–85 ft² (depends on stone type and method)
IngredientsStandard cement with additives; low chromate (TRGS 613)
Storage Life2 years unopened; keep dry and frost-free
MethodsNotched trowel; Dip (cobblestones only)
Tools1/4” × 1/4” notched trowel; rubber mallet/dead-blow; paddle mixer

What is VDW 495 Joint Compound Adhesive Mortar?

The PHNA Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant is a high-strength, highly plastic-modified, hydraulically hardening universal bonding compound used to secure pavers, natural stone, and porcelain tile to the PHNA Xtreme Bedding Compound (VDW 480 Trass Bedding).

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Benefits of VDW 495 Joint Compound Adhesive Mortar

fast hardening

Fast hardening

With wet-to-wet application, the mortar dries quickly, so testing and grouting can begin sooner, and projects can be finished faster.

underfloor heating

Under Surface heating compatible

Compatible with under‑surface heating and permeable, it lets moisture escape so surfaces warm up without shifting or cracking.

open after 24 hours

Use after 24 hours

With wet‑to‑wet application, the mortar cures fast, so you can start testing and grouting sooner and finish the job quicker.

light to heavy traffic

Suitable for light/heavy loads

Suited for light to heavy traffic, this elutriant forms a durable, monolithic permeable system built to last.

Installation Instructions

Construction Site Requirements

  • The subsurface must be made load-bearing, firm, and water-permeable.
  • All elements should be constructed based on the highest expected traffic loads.
  • The foundation should be stable so as not to allow any future surface settling or loosening of pavers under these traffic conditions.
  • Ideally, the setting bed would be the PHNA Xtreme Bedding Compound (vdw 480).
  • Ambient and substrate temperature should be 41-77°F, and the process should be carried out in dry weather.

Preparation

  • To ensure a clean bond between the adhesive mortar and the paving unit, the connecting elements should be clean and free of any dust/debris that would otherwise prevent that.

Mixing

  • 25 kg | 55 lb. bag of Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant to be mixed with approx. 5 liters (1.3 gal.) of cool, clean water
  • Mixing partial quantities to be used in the specified processing time is recommended.
  • 25 kg | 55 lb. bag of Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant to be mixed with approx. 7 liters (1.8 gal.) of cool, clean water
  • Mixing partial quantities to be used in the specified processing time is recommended
  • According to the specified mixing ratios, pour the requisite amount of water into a container.
  • Add in the proper proportion of the adhesive mortar. Mix the slurry with a suitable drill/paddle mixer for 2 minutes until homogeneous.
  • Let the mixture mature for 2 minutes before briefly mixing again.
    • Hardened mortar must not be made workable again.

Application

  • Installation of paving units with the Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant bonding slurry can be carried out in one of two ways and should be done based on the type of paving unit utilized.
  • For natural stone slabs, porcelain tile, and concrete pavers,
    • Please follow the “Notched Trowel” method.
  • For small paving units such as cobblestones.
    • The “Dip” method is a viable alternative.
  • A 1/4″ x 1/4″ notched trowel is recommended.
  • Using the notched trowel, apply the adhesive mortar slurry to the clean underside of the paving unit, ensuring it covers it completely.
  • Any spillage onto the sides of the paving unit should be immediately wiped clean with a damp sponge or cloth
    • This will provide a clean joint for the jointing compound that will later be used.
  • The paving unit should be immediately laid in the still-fresh drainage mortar (“wet-to-wet”), and solidly set into place with the use of a rubber mallet or dead-blow hammer.
  • The Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant must be protected from rapidly drying out.
  • Dip the paving unit 3/4″
  • 1 1/4″ deep into a tub of the adhesive mortar.
  • Then hammer the paving unit into the still-fresh drainage mortar using an appropriate rubber mallet or dead-blow hammer.

Important Information

  • The surface can be walked on after 24 hours.
  • Grouting can also be carried out at this time.
  • Protect the adhesive mortar from rapidly drying out, as well as rain, for 12 hours. Full resilience will be reached after 7 days, but vehicular areas should not be opened to traffic until the grout has also sufficiently cured.
  • Paved stone work is done by hand – no compaction machinery should be used.
  • Expansion joints should be laid according to relevant guidelines.
  • The underside of sawed stones should be roughened prior to the application of the Xtreme Adhesion Elutriant.
Weight 55 lbs
Dimensions 21 × 10 × 4 in

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