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