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STANDARD PERFORMANCE CEMENT GROUT:
ANSI A118.6
A factory-prepared mixture of cement, fine aggregate,
and other ingredients to produce a water-resistant, dense,
uniformly-colored material for joints 1/8" or less. The fine
aggregate is generally replaced with clean, graded sand for
joints greater than 1/8".
These grouts are generally labeled as non-sanded when they
are made with extremely fine fillers and are suitable for joints less
than 1/8", and they are labeled sanded for joints greater than
1/8". This is a substantial improvement over the job site mix.
Custom
®
Building Products’ Polyblend
®
Sanded and Non-sanded
Grout are examples of this type of grout. These factory-prepared
grouts are available in a multitude of colors and are quality
controlled so that each bag produces the same color and
composition as the last bag used. This assures a more consistent
color throughout the installation. Polyblend is
available in
48 colors, satisfying the needs of most tile installations.
These grouts are formulated for ease of use, with significantly
longer working times than non-modified job site mixes. They are
designed to stay in joints on vertical surfaces without slumping,
and they maintain full joints on the floor. The components are
precisely measured in the factory, which leads to consistent
durability and handling properties. Cement-based grouts pack
well into joints, and the joints stay full throughout the cleaning
process. However, a light haze can be left behind though it is
easily removed the next day. Because these grouts are based
on Portland cement, they are porous and can be stained from
common household agents. Since their primary makeup is
cement based, they are prone to efflorescence if over-watered
during the installation process. These grouts meet the require-
ments of ANSI A118.6.
HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYMER MODIFIED TILE GROUT:
ANSI A118.7
A factory prepared mixture of cement and other ingredients,
including a redispersible latex/polymer powder (to which only
water is added at the jobsite) or a liquid latex admixture (that is
added at the jobsite in place of the water); designed for grout
joints 1/8" or less. Generally clean, graded sand is added for
grout joints greater than 1/8".
Cement-based grouts pack well
into joints, and the joints stay full
throughout the cleaning process.
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