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Adesilex P4 | Rapid-Setting Grey Adhesive for Tiles & Stone – Mapei UK
Adesilex P4 | Rapid-Setting Grey Adhesive for Tiles & Stone – Mapei UK

Adesilex P4 | Rapid-Setting Grey Adhesive for Tiles & Stone – Mapei UK

Non-Stock 5-7 Working Days

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Description

ADESILEX P4 – High-Performance Quick-Setting Grey Adhesive

ADESILEX P4 is a high-performance, self-buttering, quick-setting grey cementitious adhesive, specially designed for the installation of ceramic tiles and natural stone materials. It may also be used for smoothing internal and external surfaces, making it a versatile solution for floors.

Key Features

  • Rapid-setting grey adhesive for ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone tiles.Self-buttering with 100% back-buttering guaranteed.
  • Suitable for adhesive beds 3 mm to 20 mm thick.
  • Water-resistant, weatherproof, and frost-resistant.
  • Very low emission, certified EMICODE EC1 Plus.
  • Set to light foot traffic in approx. 4 hours and ready for use in 24 hours.


Technical Data

  • Where to use: Floors only
  • Pot life: >60 minutes
  • Open time: 20 minutes
  • Waiting time before grouting: 4 hours
  • Application: N°6 or N°10 notched rounded trowel
  • Colour: Grey
  • Consumption: 4–10 kg/m² depending on tile size and surface
  • Storage: 12 months in dry conditions


Where to Use

Ideal for floor bonding of all types of medium and large ceramic, porcelain, natural stone (not sensitive to moisture), terracotta, and terrazzo tiles for both interior and exterior floors. Can also be used for interior and exterior smoothing of substrates such as concrete slabs, cementitious screeds, and existing tile, terrazzo, or stone floors.

Application Guidelines

Mix ADESILEX P4 with 19–21 parts water per 100 parts powder to form a semi-fluid, easily trowellable mortar. Apply with a notched trowel and ensure full back-buttering of tiles. Adjust and position tiles within 30 minutes. Joints can be grouted after 4 hours, and movement joints should be sealed with MAPEI sealants.

Recommendations

  • Do not use on walls or slanted surfaces.
  • Not suitable for wood, metal, rubber, PVC, or linoleum.
  • Avoid using with stones subject to moisture-induced movement.


Performance

  • Compressive strength: 14 N/mm² (28 days)
  • Flexural strength: 5 N/mm² (28 days)
  • Adhesion after 28 days: 2.0 N/mm²
  • Excellent resistance to damp, ageing, solvents, and oils


Cleaning & Maintenance

Clean tools and hands with water immediately after use. Tiles may be cleaned with a damp sponge; a little water may be used after a few hours.

Consumption Guide

  • Medium tiles on smooth surfaces: 3–5 kg/m²
  • Large tiles or uneven surfaces: 5–10 kg/m²
  • Smoothing: approx. 1.4 kg/m² per mm thickness

ADESILEX P4 combines rapid setting, high adhesion, and durability, making it the ideal choice for professional flooring installations both indoors and outdoors.

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Delivery & Returns

Delivery Information

Delivery Costs:

Delivery fees are calculated based on the weight of your order and your delivery location. You can use the delivery fee calculator in your basket or on the checkout page to find the exact cost.

Delivery Area:

We currently only deliver to UK Mainland and the Highlands. We do not deliver to the Islands, Ireland, or Northern Ireland.

Next Working Day Delivery (Subject to Stock Availability):

Orders placed before 12:00 pm (noon) will be delivered the next working day, excluding weekends and holidays. This service starts from £6.50 (including VAT) and the final cost is based on the weight of your order and your delivery location. You can check the exact cost in your shopping cart or on the checkout page by entering your postcode.

Cut-off Time for Genesis Products (Non-Stocked): 11:00 am

NO Next Day Service - Scotland:

We are unable to offer next-day service to the following postcode regions in Scotland.

Postcode: AB, IV, KW, PA .

Economy Service (2-3 Working Days):

This service is only available for orders over 50kg. There is no additional charge for this service.

Sample Orders:

All sample orders are shipped for free via Royal Mail Tracked 48 or 24 service. Delivery typically takes 1-3 working days.

Delivery Methods:

Non-sample orders under 50kg will be dispatched via DPD or APC Overnight. Non-sample orders over 50kg (quarter, half, and full pallets) will be dispatched via Palletways or Kandrmason (Kerbside delivery only).

Order Online & Collect In-Store!

Simply place your order online and choose the Click & Collect option at checkout.

We'll email you once your order is ready for pickup at your chosen store.

Collection hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

For more information, please visit our Delivery Information page.

Returns Information
  • Please inspect your order upon receipt and contact us immediately (within 48 hours of receipt) if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we may evaluate the issue and make it right.
  • We will replace any items that are damaged during transit within 30 days of delivery.
  • We accept returns within 30 days of delivery.
  • Please note that customers are responsible for the cost of returning items where the return is due to a change of mind, including ordering the wrong item, ordering more than required, or any other non-fault reason
  • We will process returns and refunds promptly once the items are received at our warehouse.

Returning Trims

Schluter Trims:

  • Returning trims - 35% restocking fee applied.
  • Returning trim with replacement - 15% restocking fee applied.
  • Customers are responsible for arranging the return.
  • If we arrange a return collection, a £35 return item collection fee will be applied.

Mapei-Profilpas Trims:

  • A 20% restocking fee will be applied (item must be in re-sellable condition).
  • The customer is responsible for returning the item.

For more information, please visit our Return & Exchange page.

Delivery Costs:

Delivery fees are calculated based on the weight of your order and your delivery location. You can use the delivery fee calculator in your basket or on the checkout page to find the exact cost.


Delivery Area:

We currently only deliver to UK Mainland and the Highlands. We do not deliver to the Islands, Ireland, or Northern Ireland.


Next Working Day Delivery (Subject to Stock Availability):

Orders placed before 12:00 pm (noon) will be delivered the next working day, excluding weekends and holidays. This service starts from £6.50 (including VAT) and the final cost is based on the weight of your order and your delivery location. You can check the exact cost in your shopping cart or on the checkout page by entering your postcode.


Cut-off Time for Genesis Products (Non-Stocked): 11:00am


Economy Service (2-3 Working Days):

This service is only available for orders over 50kg. There is no additional charge for this service.


Sample Orders:

All sample orders are shipped for free via Royal Mail Tracked 48 or 24 service. Delivery typically takes 1-3 working days.


Delivery Methods:

Non-sample orders under 50kg will be dispatched via DPD or APC Overnight. Non-sample orders over 50kg (quarter, half, and full pallets) will be dispatched via Palletways or Kandrmason (curbside delivery only).


ORDER ONLINE & COLLECT IN-STORE!

Simply place your order online and choose the Click & Collect option at checkout.
We'll email you once your order is ready for pickup at your chosen store.
Collection hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm


For more information, please visit our Delivery Information page.

- Please inspect your order for any damages upon delivery and notify us immediately if you find any.

- We will replace any items that are damaged during transit.

- We accept returns within 30 days of delivery.

- Please note that customers are responsible for the cost of returning items.

- We will process returns and refunds promptly once the items are received at our warehouse.


Returning Trims
Schluter Trime
Returning trims - 35% restocking fees applied.
Returnign trim with replacement - 15% restocking fees applied
Customers are responsible to arrange returning the item.
If we arrange a return colleciton, a £35 return item collection feed will be applied.


Mapei-Profilpas Trims
A 20% restocking fee will be applied. (Item must be in re-sellable condition)
The customer is responsible for returning the item.


For more information, please visit our Return & Exchange page.