VersaBond-LFT 50 lb. Gray Fortified Medium Bed Mortar
- Designed for use with porcelain, ceramic and natural stone tile
- Non-slumping formula eliminates lippage
- Formulated specifically for large format tiles
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Tile and Stone Setting
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Traditional Thinset Mortars
Use traditional thinset for tile with all sides under 15 in.
Large Format Tile Mortars
Use a large format tile mortar for tile with any side 15 in. or longer.
Premium Mortars
Use premium mortars to qualify for a Lifetime Warranty system.
Small or Big Trowel
Trowel size is based on tile size
Less or More Coverage
Coverage based on trowel size
In and Outdoors
Interior or exterior applications
Use in Wet Areas
Wet applications including showers
Works with Any Grout
Compatible with all grout types
Step by Step
Easy instructional videos online
- California residents
- Cost-efficient, all-purpose mortar
- Good bond strength
- Cures quickly even in cold climates
- Approved for industry-recommended interior and exterior applications
Product Overview
- Designed for use with porcelain, ceramic and natural stone tile
- Non-slumping formula eliminates lippage
- Formulated specifically for large format tiles
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| Brand | Custom Building Products | Custom Building Products | Custom Building Products | Custom Building Products |
| Name | Glass Tile 7 lb. White Premium Thinset Mortar | VersaBond-LFT 50 lb. Gray Fortified Medium Bed Mortar | Natural Stone and Large Tile 50 lb. White Premium Mortar | FlexBond 50 lb. Gray Fortified Thinset Mortar |
| Price | $1587 | $1698 | $2926 | $3297 |
| Ratings | (131) | (492) | (482) | (584) |
| Product type | Thin-set mortar | Large format tile mortar | Large format tile mortar | Thin-set mortar |
| Flooring Material Features | Moisture resistant | Fast-drying | No Additional Features | Crack resistant,Moisture resistant |
| Location | Bathroom,Countertop,Exterior wall,Floor,Interior wall,Kitchen Backsplash,Shower,Swimming pool,Tub surround | Bathroom,Countertop,Exterior wall,Floor,Interior wall,Kitchen Backsplash | Countertop,Exterior wall,Floor,Interior wall,Shower,Swimming pool,Tub surround | Bathroom,Countertop,Exterior wall,Floor,Interior wall,Kitchen Backsplash,Shower,Swimming pool,Tub surround |
| Maximum coverage area (sq. ft.) | 15.4 | 67 | 100 | 95 |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Flooring Product Type | Flooring Powder Mortar | Flooring Powder Mortar | Flooring Powder Mortar | Flooring Powder Mortar |
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| Price | $1587 | $1698 | $2926 | $3297 |
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Key Features
Right for Any Job
Select your mortar based on the specific performance needs of the installation.
Tile Setting Mortars
CUSTOM has the right mortar for your tile installation project.
Lifetime Warranty Installation System
Use qualifying Prep, Set and Grout products to get a lifetime warranty on your tile installation.
Tile and Stone Setting
CUSTOM offers the broadest line of tile and stone setting materials to give the exact performance your job demands
Traditional Thinset Mortars
Use traditional thinset for tile with all sides under 15 in.
Large Format Tile Mortars
Use a large format tile mortar for tile with any side 15 in. or longer.
Premium Mortars
Use premium mortars to qualify for a Lifetime Warranty system.
Small or Big Trowel
Trowel size is based on tile size
Less or More Coverage
Coverage based on trowel size
In and Outdoors
Interior or exterior applications
Use in Wet Areas
Wet applications including showers
Works with Any Grout
Compatible with all grout types
Step by Step
Easy instructional videos online
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Questions & Answers
I'm using this for 12x24 shower wall tiles. My question is whether or not I can use this same pro...
Asked by ColoradoDIY July 7, 2017The only differences between LFT and non-LFT thinset is bond strength and compressive strength. LFT is made to bond faster and stronger (think 12x24 on a ceiling), and when set-up it has a higher compressive strength (think elephant vs bear). Consequently, using it to set smaller (less than 15") tile is just fine - it sets up faster. When setting LFT tiles (tiles with a side longer than 15"), you should also back-butter the tiles to ensure the substrate is wet and gets started bonding. Not a lot - splat some on and scrape it off; the ridges will catch plenty of the stuff.
can i use this mortal for building a block wall
Asked by Nancy August 27, 2018No ordinary mortal can build a block wall!!
Is it an absolute must to use LFT mortar on 24x12 or is the regular VersaBond fortified ok? ($11....
Asked by CaTrekker September 27, 2020Highly recommended to use LFT. It has additives that increase bond strength and initial bond (stickiness). It also has a higher compressive strength for floor installations to support the longer tile span better. The faster/higher bond strength is what you want for walls. And, by definition, a Large Format Tile has an edge longer than 15".
can this be used for smaller tiles also? 4 x 12 or 3 x 6 inch tiles and 12 x 12 mosaics
Asked by Roshney July 18, 2019Yes, each size tiles, require different towel size and also depends on thickness of tiles also matter
Can I use this directly on a brick fireplace to set tiles?
Asked by B1G February 20, 2020Yes, this mortar will work great for this. Make sure to use the flat side of the trowel to key in the mortar to the brick then apply more mortar with the notched side of the trowel.
Is the LFT necessary to lay 6x36" plank tile on floor, 1/16" grout line, or can I use regular Ve...
Asked by Jean October 16, 2020I would use LFT
How many bags do I need to install 6 x 36 tiles on a 500 sq ft floor?
Asked by GMoney July 2, 2017depends on the trowel you use, for floor I would recommend 1/2" notch trowel nothing less, you'll need about 8 bags for 500sq/ft
Is there a better product for LFT tiles on WALLS? The literature on this (and the bag itself) onl...
Asked by Jay January 19, 2021Yes, this can be used on vertical applications both to fill and tape seams and over redgard once it has dried. Best of luck!
Can I use this under cement backer board (wonderboard)? I only have a 25 sq ft powder room to do...
Asked by DIYer23 February 6, 2018This product is made to set tile Wonder board screws down.
Can this be used to patch cracks in concrete
Asked by Jim February 19, 2018No
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