TEC

With a legacy spanning over 60 years, TEC has established itself as a leading brand, offering high-quality, technologically-advanced products designed for the installation and surface preparation of tile, stone, carpet, wood, and resilient floor coverings. Developed and manufactured in the U.S., TEC is committed to delivering innovative solutions that provide customers with a competitive edge by simplifying the installation process. The TEC product line features a diverse range of applications, including surface preparation, flooring adhesive, vinyl floor adhesive, mortars and additives, mastics, grouts, caulks and sealants, and preformed components.

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TEC® Double Duty™ Plus White Ceramic Tile Adhesive (123)

Product Type:Adhesive, Contact Adhesive
Application Area:Ceramic Tiles, Floor
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Marble, Masonry, Coated Surfaces, Stone, Glass, Ceramic, Concrete, Tile
Application Method:Trowel
Chemical Family:Acrylics & Acrylates
Features:Fast Setting, Stain Resistant, Low VOC

TEC® Double Duty™ Plus White Ceramic Tile Adhesive (123) is a premium, ready-to-use white, 100% acrylic interior adhesive. Excellent for setting marble and ceramic tile over interior walls and floors. Approved for floor applications with tile up to 8" x 8" (200 x 200 mm) and wall applications with tile up to 20" x 20" (500 x 500 mm). A bright white, non-staining formula is perfect for light-colored stone and grout.

TEC® Flexera® Premium Universal Adhesive (774)

Product Type:Pressure Sensitive Adhesive, Solvent free (100% Solids) Adhesive
Application Area:Floor, Terrazzo
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Concrete, Plywood
Application Method:Trowel
Features:Excellent Shear Strength, Good Bonding Strength, High Strength, Good Peeling Strength, Tacky

TEC® Flexera® Premium Universal Adhesive (774) is a solvent-free adhesive formulated for the installation of dimensionally stable LVT and vinyl plank without attached backing, PVC and carpet tile, VCT, quartz tile, approved bio-based tile, fiberglass-backed sheet flooring, and vinyl-backed resilient sheet flooring. This high strength adhesive is designed for installations over porous and non-porous substrates. TEC Flexera Premium Universal Adhesive is CRI Green Label Plus Certified and SCAQMD 1168 compliant.

TEC® InColor® Advanced Performance Grout (575)

Product Type:Grout
Features:Crack Resistant, Low VOC, Mildew Resistant, Excellent Stain Resistance, Chemical Resistant, Mold Resistance, Good Shrinkage Resistance

TEC® InColor® Advanced Performance Grout (575) is a ready-to-use product within the TEC high-performance family of grouts. Its unique formulation is easy to install and is made for residential or commercial use. InColor is easy to clean, mold and mildew-resistant, color consistent, crack resistant, stain-proof *, chemically resistant, and requires no sealing. This universal formula can be used for grout joints in walls from 1/16" to 1/4" (1.6–6 mm) and in floors from 1/16" to 1/2" (1.6-13 mm) and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

TEC® LiquiDam™ Penetrating Moisture Vapor Barrier (213)

Product Type:Epoxy Coating, 2K (2 component) Coating
Features:Moisture Barrier, Low Viscosity, Good Penetration
Chemical Family:Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

TEC® LiquiDam™ Penetrating Moisture Vapor Barrier (213) is a low-viscosity, high-penetration, two-part, 100% solid epoxy. It is specially formulated to be applied to damp or new concrete, as little as 48 hours old, with a moisture vapor emission rate (MVER) less than or equal to 25 lbs. per 1,000 ft² per 24 hours (0.12 kg/m² per 24 hours) or a maximum relative humidity of 100%. It is designed to reduce the MVER to less than 3 lbs. per 1,000 ft² per 24 hours (0.015 kg/m² per 24 hours). LiquiDam™ is colored blue for visual assurance of coverage during the application process. Only one coat is required to penetrate and fill voids and gaps to fully seal the substrate, which quickly cures in as little as 4 - 5 hours to provide the benefit of same-day installation. LiquiDam™ is a moisture vapor barrier for the installation of floor coverings, tile, stone, and concrete toppings. Ideal for use with other TEC® adhesive, patch, underlayment, leveler, and mortar products.

TEC® Premixed Vinyl Tile Grout (639)

Product Type:Grout
Features:Durable, Excellent Stain Resistance, Wear Resistant, Mildew Resistant, Mold Resistance

TEC® Premixed Vinyl Tile Grout is a ready-to-use, premixed, sanded acrylic grout specially designed for vinyl tile applications. This grout grade is highly stain-resistant and is specifically formulated for grout joints ranging from 1⁄8 inch to 1⁄4 inch in width.

TEC® Ready-To-Use Grout (647)

Product Type:Grout
Features:Wear Resistant, Mildew Resistant, Mold Resistance, Water Resistant, Durable, Excellent Stain Resistance

TEC® Ready-To-Use Grout (647) is a premixed grout that delivers durable, stain-resistant grout joints. TEC® Ready-To-Use Grout is for residential use in intermittently wet as well as dry areas. It can also be used to grout over existing premixed or cementitious grout installations. TEC® Ready-To-Use Grout is formulated with very fine particles of sand and may be used in grout joints as small as 1⁄16" (1.6 mm). (Please see limitations regarding surfaces that might be sensitive to scratching).

TEC® RollFast™ Vinyl Flooring Adhesive (776)

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Vinyl Plank, Vinyl, Gypsum
Chemical Family:Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives

TEC® RollFast™ Vinyl Flooring Adhesive (776) allows for ease of use and allows you to roll through flooring installations fast and effectively. This breakthrough, user-friendly adhesive is ideal for vinyl tile, vinyl plank, vinyl composition tile, and solid vinyl sheet goods. Ideal for heavy rolling loads (hospital beds, furniture, etc.). This unique formulation dries quickly, has excellent resistance to moisture and alkali, provides a long open time, is easy to clean up, and has a low odor.

TEC® Ultimate 6 Plus Mortar (487)

Product Type:Mortar
Application Area:Ceramic Tiles
Features:Excellent Performance, High Coverage, Long Open Time, Good Sagging Resistance, Long Potlife
Application Method:Trowel

TEC® Ultimate 6 Plus Mortar (487) is a high performance, polymer-modified, full-contact (full coverage) mortar designed for the installation of ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone tile. Unlike other mortars, Ultimate 6 Plus has a unique combination of features that allow grouting in 6 hours while providing extended open time. It is ideal for all gaged porcelain tile panels and slabs and large heavy tile (LHT) installations. Ultimate 6 Plus significantly reduces the need for back buttering and has exceptional non-sag / non-slump characteristics for wall and floor applications.

TEC® Ultimate Premixed Mortar (130)

Product Type:Mortar
Application Area:Quarry Tiles
Features:Mildew Resistant, Good Adhesion, Mold Resistance, Fast Drying

TEC® Ultimate Premixed Mortar (130) is a premium, ready-to-use adhesive that is excellent for setting ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, quarry, and mosaic tile on interior floors and walls. Recommended for wall and floor applications with tile up to 20" x 20". The lightweight composition offers easy troweling, non-slip wall performance, and non-slump floor performance. If mortar meeting ANSI A118.4 is required, TEC Ultimate Premixed Mortar may be used for glass tile up to 8" x 8".

TEC® Premium Transitional Vinyl Adhesive

Product Type:Contact Adhesive
Application Area:Floor
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Concrete, Plywood
Features:Long Open Time, Moisture Resistant

TEC® Premium Transitional Vinyl Adhesive is an adhesive specifically designed for transitional vinyl applications. It offers an extended open time, allowing for easier installation. This adhesive is moisture resistant and does not contain any solvents, making it a safe and environmentally friendly choice. It is commonly used for installing transitional vinyl flooring on various surfaces such as concrete, plywood, and hardboard underlayment.

TEC® Ready-To-Use Floor Patch

Product Type:Grout
Application Area:Floor Coverings, Floor
Features:Long Shelf Life, Wear Resistant, Water-based, Mildew Resistant, Water Resistant, Durable, Excellent Stain Resistance, Easy To Apply, Mold Resistance

TEC® Ready-To-Use Floor Patch is a fast-drying, water-based floor patch designed for use with all types of floor coverings. It comes in a resealable container for convenient storage and repeated use. This floor patch is commonly used in flooring installation projects, particularly in conjunction with acrylic interior adhesive.

TEC® Totalflex XMS

Chemical Family:Silanes
Product Type:1K (1 component) Adhesive, Adhesive
Application Area:Masonry, Spas, Wall, Brick, Bathrooms, Shower, Floor, Gypsum Cover Board, Countertops, Swimming Pools, Facade, Quarry Tiles
Application Method:Trowel
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Glass Mat Backerboard, Gypsum, Fiberglass, Steel, Ceramic, Masonry, Tile, Brick, Concrete, Mosaic Tiles, Stone, Porcelain, Glass, Slate, Plywood, Metal, Cement Backer Board, Aluminum
Features:Fast Cure, Excellent Substrate Adhesion, Good Sagging Resistance, Freeze/Thaw Stability, Multi-Substrate Compatibility, Good Smoothness, Highly Versatile, Excellent Performance, Long Open Time, Non-slump

TEC® Totalflex XMS is an ultra-high-performance, one-component, moisture-curing modified silane adhesive suitable for various wall tile applications, countertops, and mosaic tile for shower floors. It is specifically designed for challenging applications, including gaged porcelain tile panels and slabs, exterior building facades, submerged use in pools, and clear and transparent glass. Total Flex XMS provides robust non-sag/non-slump adhesion, long open time, and extra smooth troweling. It adheres excellently to a wide range of substrates and tiles, and no mixing is required.

TEC® Flexera 2K PSA Hybrid

Product Type:Hybrid Adhesive, 2K (2 component) Adhesive, Waterborne Adhesive
Application Area:Floor, Washdown Areas, Schools, Hospitals, Sheet Flooring, Medical Centers, Office Building, Sports Flooring
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Concrete, Cement-Based Underlayment, Terrazzo, Gypsum, Linoleum, Plywood, Fiber Cement Underlayment, Elastomers & Rubbers
Features:Anti-Static, Low Odor, Excellent Performance, Rolling Resistance, Low VOC, Long Open Time, Long Potlife, High Initial Tack

TEC® Flexera 2K PSA Hybrid stands as an ultra-high-performance, two-part adhesive that is water-based and meticulously crafted for the rigorous installation demands of various sheet flooring types, including homogeneous and heterogeneous sheets, sports flooring, LVT, rubber, and linoleum. This adhesive offers an amalgamation of easy PSA-method installation with the proven durability and robust adhesion akin to epoxy adhesives. Its resistance to rolling and static loads, coupled with its 100% RH capability, positions it as the go-to choice for commercial and institutional flooring. Flexera 2K PSA stands apart from conventional wet-set adhesives by providing an extended pot life, generous open time, and aggressive initial tack for swift flooring installation.

TEC® Feather Edge Skim Coat TA-330

Product Type:Skim Coat, Adhesive
Application Area:Brick, Quarry Tiles, Floor
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Terrazzo, Gypsum, Concrete, Cement Backer Board, Plywood, Tile, Brick
Features:Excellent Performance, Good Bonding Strength, Good Smoothness, Self-Drying, Fast Setting, Multi-Substrate Compatibility

TEC® Feather Edge Skim Coat TA-330 is a premium cement-based compound expertly designed to effortlessly smooth and level irregularities, ranging from featheredge up to 1/2" (12 mm). With its rapid setting properties, it allows for the swift installation of various floor coverings in just 15–20 minutes, all while delivering exceptional performance. Notably, TEC® Feather Edge boasts superior bond strength, minimizing the need for priming in most applications.

TEC® AccuColor 100® 100% Silicone Sealant (155)

Application Area:Swimming Pools, Fountains
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces:Stone, Porcelain, Wood, Metal, Ceramic, Masonry, Plastics, Glass
Chemical Family:Silicones
Features:Crack Resistant, Water Resistant, Flexible, Good Shrinkage Resistance, Good Sagging Resistance, Good Weather Fastness, High Durability, Non Corrosive

TEC® AccuColor 100® 100% Silicone Sealant (155) is easy to use, flexible, and non-corrosive. It resists water and most common chemicals, offers permanent flexibility, won't crack, shrink, or sag, and provides excellent weatherability. Use in swimming pools, spas, fountains, and other wet areas.

Brand Summary

Identification

Backing Material Type: Acrylic
Carrier: Polyurethanes (PU),
Resin-based,
Water
Chemical Family: Acrylics & Acrylates,
Aluminum Compounds,
Calcium & Calcium Compounds,
Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives,
Silanes,
Silicones,
Urethanes,
Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives
Product Type: 1K (1 component) Adhesive,
1K Moisture Vapor Barrier,
2K (2 component) Adhesive,
2K (2 component) Coating,
Adhesive,
Contact Adhesive,
Crack Isolation Membrane,
Epoxy Coating,
Floor Patch,
Grout,
Hybrid Adhesive,
Moisture Vapor Barrier,
Mortar,
Pressure Sensitive Adhesive,
Primer,
Skim Coat,
Solvent free (100% Solids) Adhesive,
Underlayment,
Waterborne Adhesive,
Waterborne Sealant
Technologies: Adhesives & Sealants,
Ready-to-Use Products
Product Families: Bonding & Sealing Chemistry
Hybrid Adhesives & Sealants
Bonding Technology
1K Liquid Reactive Adhesives,
2K Liquid Reactive Adhesives,
Contact Adhesives
Construction Materials
Mortar & Grouts,
Other Construction Chemicals
Paints & Coatings
Primers & Sealers,
Protective Coatings
Pressure Sensitive Adhesives, Tapes & Labels
Pressure Sensitive Adhesives
Sealing Technology
Reactive Sealants

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Low VOC,
Silica-free,
Solvent-free,
VOC-free,
Wax-free

Applications & Uses

Markets: Building & Construction,
Industrial
Applications: Building Envelope & Roofing
Shingles & Tiles
Building Materials
Construction Adhesives,
Interior Fixtures,
Plasters & Renders,
Pools & Landscaping,
Structural Components,
Wood
Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Ceramics & Refractory
Decorative Materials & Finishes
Carpet
Flooring & Surfaces
Ceiling Tiles,
Fillers, Levellers & Joints,
Performance Flooring,
Wood Flooring
Application Area: Asphalt Tile,
Bathrooms,
Brick,
Carpet Tile,
Carpets,
Ceilings,
Ceramic Tiles,
Countertops,
Facade,
Floor,
Floor Coverings,
Fountains,
Glass Tile,
Gypsum Cover Board,
Gypsum Wallboard,
Hospitals,
Masonry,
Medical Centers,
Mosaic Tile,
Office Building,
Pavements,
Quarry Tiles,
Resilient Tiles,
Schools,
Sheet Flooring,
Sheet Goods,
Shower,
Spas,
Sports Flooring,
Stone Tiles,
Swimming Pools,
Terrazzo,
Tile,
Turf,
Vinyl Tiles,
Wall,
Washdown Areas
Application Method: Broom,
Brush,
Pour,
Pump,
Roller,
Spray,
Trowel
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Acrylic,
Aluminum,
Asphalt,
Brick,
Cement Backer Board,
Cement-Based Underlayment,
Ceramic,
Coated Surfaces,
Cold-Rolled Steel,
Concrete,
Cured Mortar Beds,
Elastomers & Rubbers,
Epoxies,
Fiber Cement Underlayment,
Fiberglass,
Glass,
Glass Mat Backerboard,
Gypsum,
Linoleum,
Marble,
Masonry,
Metal,
Mosaic Tiles,
Plasters,
Plastics,
Plywood,
Polyesters,
Porcelain,
Slate,
Steel,
Stone,
Terrazzo,
Tile,
Vinyl,
Vinyl Plank,
Wood
Cure Method: Air Dry,
Moisture Cure

Brand Highlights

Brand Applications: As part of the H.B. Fuller family, TEC offers a full line of products for the following applications:

Surface preparation

Flooring adhesive

Vinyl floor adhesive

Mortars and additives

Mastics

Grouts

Caulks and sealants

Preformed components

TEC is Committed to:

Streamlining the installation process

Products that help you work smarter without sacrificing quality

Solutions that solve your biggest installation challenges