thinset
noun
Meaning
A mortar-based adhesive used to bond tiles to a substrate, typically applied in a thin layer.
Examples
- The installer mixed the thinset with water until it reached a smooth, peanut-butter consistency.
- Make sure to use a notched trowel to apply the thinset evenly across the concrete slab.
Synonyms: mortar, adhesive, cement, bonding agent