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BAL AF MAX Tile Adhesive 17kg
BAL AF MAX Tile Adhesive 17kg

BAL AF MAX Tile Adhesive 17kg

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Description

BAL AF Max – Rubber-Crumb Tile Adhesive with Built-In Uncoupling System

BAL AF Max is a high-yield, rubber-crumb tile adhesive that combines an uncoupling system and fixing adhesive in one solution – eliminating the need for separate uncoupling mats. Designed with advanced anti-fracture technology, it absorbs lateral floor movement, preventing tile cracks and failures.

With a high yield of up to 8.5m² per 17kg bag, you’ll need just 4 bags for a 30m² area, making it a cost-effective solution. Compared to traditional uncoupling mat systems, BAL AF Max offers:

  • 40% lower material costs
  • 70% faster installation time
  • 70% less material weight

Key Benefits

  • 2-in-1 solution – adhesive + uncoupling system in one
  • No uncoupling mats required – mix with water and apply directly
  • Anti-fracture performance – absorbs stress, protects tiles from cracking
  • Huge savings – up to 40% lower cost, 70% less time, and 70% fewer materials compared to mat + adhesive systems
  • Lightweight installation – less to carry, store, and install
  • Meets Building Regulations Part E for sound resistance

Suitable For

  • Tile Types: Ceramics, porcelain, fully vitrified tiles, mosaics, natural stone (marble, slate), and more.
  • Substrates: Asphalt, bitumen, concrete, cement:sand screeds, anhydrite screeds, plywood overlays, steel, GRP, epoxy coatings, and existing tiles (vinyl, ceramic, quarry, terrazzo).
  • Environments: Interior/exterior floors, walls, showers, swimming pools, hydrotherapy pools, heated screeds, and areas with limited movement or vibration.

Technical Data

  • Pot Life (at 20°C): 45 minutes
  • Grout After: 5 hours
  • Colour: Grey
  • Pack Size: 17kg (coverage: 7.4 – 8.5m² per bag)
  • Classification: BS EN 12004 C1S2
  • Temperature Resistance: –30°C to +60°C (up to 100°C for limited exposure)
  • Coverage Rates:
    • 10mm x 20mm Round Notch Trowel: 0.435m²/kg
    • 10mm x 10mm Square Notch Trowel: 0.5m²/kg

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.

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