Around the world, countries are striving to reach net zero emissions – a shared global commitment under the Paris Agreement. Since buildings are responsible for 40 percent of primary energy consumption worldwide and account for 33 percent of CO₂ emissions, improving their energy efficiency is essential on the road to net zero. One widely used solution: external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) with VINNAPAS^® polymer modification.

How do we make tile adhesives fit for the future? What role does sustainability play in that? How do we respond to the trends of tomorrow? Join us as we take a look at the latest issues and developments in the world of tile adhesives – and at new challenges and opportunities for polymer modification with VINNAPAS^®.

Tiles have really been booming in recent years: the variety of tiles available for all manner of applications, installation techniques and demands is greater now than ever before. And tile adhesives modified with polymers like VINNAPAS^® have been helping pave the way for this development.

Think EN 12004-2 has you covered? Think again. EN 12004-2 classifies tile adhesives using standard ceramic tiles and a standard concrete slab. But let’s face it – real-life conditions are rarely standard.Download our free PDF and find out what really matters when working on site and not in the lab.

Construction materials and water – it’s a complicated relationship. While water is essential for mixing cement and mortar, it quickly turns into a building’s worst enemy once construction is complete. How can we achieve surface and bulk protection from the very beginning? The ideal solution is to start with a dry formulation: SILRES^® POWDER additives protect building materials right from the mix.

Modern tile adhesives are genuine all-rounders that are capable of much more than merely securing tiles in place. They also prevent them from cracking under stress, and, apart from making the tiler’s job easier, save time and material. What then is the secret behind these “superpowers”? Polymer modification with VINNAPAS^®!

At WACKER, we spend a lot of time testing our construction chemicals under real-life conditions. Why? To ensure they truly make a difference – for people and the planet. Our model house project in Dubai is a perfect example: it showcases the benefits of external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) and highlights their real-life potential, as projects in Saudi Arabia have demonstrated.

First impressions count – and that goes for buildings too. But it is not only the facade that determines whether a building appeals to us aesthetically. In many cases, its appeal hinges on how sustainable it is too. Because facades offer fantastic opportunities to put sustainable construction into effect.

When two individuals get together and the chemistry between them is right, each can bring out the best of their abilities and, together, they become a force to reckon with. What applies to people is also true for molecules. Vinyl acetate-ethylene (VAE) polymers are an excellent example: their special properties have made them indispensable in numerous industries and applications.

Large-format tiles are state-of-the-art in modern architecture. But with size comes precision: the larger the tile, the flatter the substrate needs to be. The solution? Self-leveling compounds (SLCs) modified with VINNAPAS^® polymer binders! Our video explains their application and benefits.

VINNAPAS^® polymer binders enhance the performance of tile adhesives. The videos of our “Simply VINNAPAS^®” series show the general benefits of polymer modification, give you valuable guidance on how to find the right tile adhesive and explain the importance of hydrophobicity and durability for tiled wet rooms.

Tiles are a very versatile building material. Their different shapes, sizes, materials and applications mean that the tile adhesives have to meet different requirements. Watch the videos of our “Simply VINNAPAS^®” series to see how our polymer binders improve the adhesion, flexibility and workability of modern tile adhesives.