Mapei MapeGaurd UM uncoupling Membrane Timelapse

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Time lapse of the entire installation of a Tile floor using Mapei Mapeigaurd UM and a Large format tile.
Mapegard UM is an uncoupling membrane, that can be used to waterproof a floor by applying Mapeguard ST sealing tape at the seams and at the floor to wall junction. In this video I explain how this tile underlayment works and how to install it on a plywood subfloor. A polymer modified thinset is used to install the uncoupling membrane to the plywood, the thinset must meet ANSI A 118.11 standards, Mapei Ultraflex 2 is such a thinset and is the one I used in this application. The tile installed on the mat was a large format tile, so I used Mapei Ultraflex LFT as my Mortar. In my opinion, an uncoupling membrane like Mapegard UM is far superior to a cement backer board, which has none of the benefits that Mapegaurd provides such as lightweight, waterproofing and vapor pressure-equalizing as well as crack suppression. It can also be installed on Young concrete and single-layer 3/4" plywood subfloors with joist spacing of up
to 19.2". The design incorporates a surface mesh which is heat welded to the mat, which in conjunction with the cavity design of the mat, makes it easy to fill. All tile installed by Sal DiBlasi, Elite-tile Company, in the Boston North Shore area. This video contains affiliate links, which means I will receive a small commission if you click on the product link.
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[@scott-the-good]

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[@SalDiBlasi]

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[@dasaster7993]

You're the man Sal, I've been watching you for a while now. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

[@SalDiBlasi]

Thanks

[@jrgd9083]

Sweet stuff. Very simple, thanks for showing!

[@Themuskychannel]

Man I love the vacuum suction when mixing mortar, little details like that is what separates one from the other 👍 keep it up and thanks for the video

[@SalDiBlasi]

Thanks 👍

[@GilBatesLovesyou]

Thanks for the tip about wetting plywood. I got a little Mapei Rapid Set on some plywood I wet while installing a CBU from where it squeezed out and it's impossible to get off. Really does help adhesion a lot.

[@SalDiBlasi]

😀

[@moodyjeep]

Nice work fella. Baz (uk).

[@jpbiscaro8694]

I don't know if you have one on your channel. But would you consider doing a video on your laser and how you use it in your work. Maybe also what brands and features you look for when buying?

[@LandbergTileTV]

This looks very similar to Strata mat. Is the cost less? and is it waterproof? Great video, thanks for sharing! 👊

[@SalDiBlasi]

It is actually a bit different, there are no dovetail cutbacks in the mat, instead a heat welded surface mesh is used to lock the tile to the mat.

[@mariacoronel6946]

Hi, do you have videos installing slate outdoors? would you use the underlying materials for an outside patio?

[@gloriaflores5133]

Beautifully

[@grizzly8859]

Wondering what the going rate per sf is for this job type in a merica to compare to Canada rate

[@haroon420]

Hey Sal, would you be able to either make a quick video reviewing this product or share a link where you’ve previously given your thoughts on the mapeiguard. How is it different than Ditra. I’m thinking of using mapeiguard um as it allows to use modified thinset. Something that Ditra doesn’t allow unless you use their own thinset (which isn’t available in the uk)

[@SalDiBlasi]

You can use it with confidence, I will often switch between Ditra and UM

[@dingdongdaddy589]

Hi Sal! In your description you say you used Ultraflex LFT as thinset from membrane to tile - but that is a polymer based thinset. Shouldn’t that be n unmodified thinset? I’m only asking because I am scrambling to find what I need. The Schluter brochure I have says to use Ultraflex 1/2 from plywood to ditra(what Im using) and Kerabond for ditra to tile. I can’t find any of them! I ended up finding Schluter All-Set for my plywood to ditra, still looking for an umodified, as silly as that sounds. I had to drive an hour for that allset… Thanks.

[@SalDiBlasi]

The Mapei uncoupling membrane does not require unmodified thinset. You can also use the Schluter AllSet to install the tile on the Ditra, you need unmodified for ditra if you use another brand of mortar, otherwise Just use AllSet for everything.

[@edggii]

Hi Sal , where would I find the combo roller cart you use to embed the uncoupling membrane? Does dibsmart stock those?

[@SalDiBlasi]

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[@edggii]

thanks Sal @@SalDiBlasi

[@tste8361]

Hey Sal you do great work!!! Do you have an instructional video where you install a shelf in a shower niche?

[@SalDiBlasi]

Sorry, I will try to do one.

[@mauidude3]

Would you recommend the schluter niche that goes in the grout line?

[@sterlingtmeyer]

How long did you wait with the modified thinset to grout. Ditra says not to use modified thinset unless it's their own with their product. Would this modified thinset be acceptable. Or would I have to wait several days after using it to grout.

[@SalDiBlasi]

There have been some advancements in thinset technology in the past few years, there are now many thinsets that will work with Uncoupling membranes.

[@nicktyler762]

Hey Sal which mortar do you use for this underlayment?

[@SalDiBlasi]

In this case it was Mapei Ultraflex 2. As long as the thinset meets or exceeds ANSI A118.11 standard you can use any brand of mortar.

[@mister-action1]

I wish I could tile half as fast as you sal..

[@brotherjoeradosti]

Hey Sal, I'm sold on Schluter. How does Mapei product compare? Thanks again.

[@SalDiBlasi]

This is a great product, they recommend modified thinset to install the tile.

[@brotherjoeradosti]

Thanks Sal. I'm really sold on Schluter's customer service. Thanks again for the video teachings!

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Hi Sal, how do you price your jobs?

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Are you on global tile posse sal?

[@SalDiBlasi]

Yes and many others.

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@@SalDiBlasi good to know thanks!

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