Uses

• Grouting tiles in swimming pools and fountains.
• Grouting tiles in water tanks and continuously submerged areas.
• Filling wall and floor tile joints exposed to dry or humid conditions.
• Suitable for ceramic, mosaic and porcelain tiles.
• Suitable for natural stone and cultured marble.
• Suitable for joints up to approximately 4 mm wide.
• Suitable for internal and external applications.

Advantages

• Designed specifically for swimming pools and submerged applications.
• High resistance to water and weathering.
• Good resistance to dirt pick-up.
• Requires only the addition of clean water.
• Easy application and superior workability.
• Smooth final texture.
• Fast curing.
• High compressive strength.
• Good flexural strength.
• High color fastness.
• Available in white, grey and a wide range of colors.
• Suitable for internal and external applications.

Joint Preparation

Ensure that all tiles are firmly installed and that the tile adhesive has cured completely before grouting.

Remove excess adhesive, dust and debris from the joints to obtain a consistent grout depth.

Natural stone and unglazed tiles may absorb fine grout particles and become discolored. Test the mixed grout on a spare tile before application and consult the tile manufacturer regarding a suitable protective sealer.

Mixing

1. Place approximately 3.2 litres of clean water in a clean mixing container for each 10 kg bag.
2. Slowly add SP GROUT powder to the water while mixing continuously.
3. Mix mechanically until a smooth, homogeneous and workable mortar is obtained.
4. Do not add more water than recommended, as excessive water may extend drying time, reduce strength and affect color consistency.
5. Do not add water to grout that has begun to lose workability.
6. When grouting large areas, use products from the same batch and maintain an identical water ratio for every mix.

Application

1. Apply the mixed grout using a rubber squeegee, rubber grout float or smooth sponge.
2. Work the material firmly and consistently into the joints.
3. Ensure that the joints are completely filled without voids.
4. Remove excess material from the tile surface as application proceeds.
5. Remove fine grout residues using a lightly damp cloth or sponge within approximately two hours.
6. After the joints have dried and hardened, polish the surface using a clean, dry cloth.

Yield and Coverage

The required grout quantity depends on tile length, tile width, joint width, joint depth and the total tiled area.

The approximate amount of grout required per square metre can be estimated using the following equation:

Grout (kg/m²) = ((Tile Length + Tile Width) × Joint Width × Joint Depth × 1.5) ÷ (Tile Length × Tile Width)

All tile and joint dimensions in the equation should be entered using the same unit. Multiply the result by the total tiled area to estimate the overall grout quantity.

Cleaning

Clean tools immediately after use with clean water. Hardened material must be removed mechanically.

Storage and Shelf Life

SP GROUT has a minimum shelf life of 12 months when stored in unopened and undamaged original bags under dry warehouse conditions at a temperature between 5°C and 35°C.

Packaging

• 10 kg bags.

Health and Safety

• Wear suitable protective gloves and safety goggles during mixing and application.
• Avoid unnecessary contact with the skin and eyes.
• In case of skin contact, wash immediately with soap and clean water.
• In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of clean, cold water.
• Seek medical advice if irritation continues.
• The product is non-flammable and is not classified as hazardous under current legislation.
• Do not dispose of the material in water or soil. Follow applicable local disposal regulations.

Quality and Technical Support

WHITE SAND products are developed and manufactured under a quality-oriented product-development process and an independently certified quality management system.

WHITE SAND provides technical assistance regarding tile suitability, joint preparation, grout selection, application and maintenance.