Laticrete's new Strata_Mat XT is a next-generation, high-performance uncoupling membrane designed specifically for ceramic tile and dimension stone installations, according to the company.
Strata_Mat XT provides vapor management, eliminates transmission of in-plane substrate cracks of up to 1/8-inch (3 mm), assists with easier floor layout as chalk lines are easily visible on the surface prior to tile installation and performs all these functions while still providing the requisite support and load distribution for tile and stone covering. At 5/16-inch (7.9 mm) thick Strata_Mat XT helps to creates an even transition between typical 1/4 to 3/8-inch (3 to 9 mm) thick tile and 3/4-inch (19 mm) thick hardwood flooring. According to the company, this new product also allows installers to see mortar coverage underneath the mat during installation without having to lift and verify.