FAQ

• Easy to Mix – STARLIKE® Grout Part A components come pre-mixed in a “paste” like uniform compound of colored
quartz and transparent epoxy resin. STARLIKE® Grout Part B is the “hardening” agent and it is contained in a
separate plastic pouch.
• Great for Narrow Joints – For the contractor who has to grout narrow joints for stone, wall tile or rectified tile,
STARLIKE® Grout is easy to install and will cure properly even in narrow joints without the need for any additional
additives.
• Easy to Apply – The normal cement application procedure is followed. Use a green rubber grout float (epoxy type)
to work the grout diagonally across the joints, packing them full.
• Easy Cleaning after Application – Use plenty of clean potable water for the cleaning after packing STARLIKE® Grout
into the joints. Use a Tile Doctor white scrub pad, this is the required specific tool to clean, use circular motion and
no pressure until white emulsification takes place and joints are tooled to desired level. Clean water and pad often.
Then use tile sponge to finish the process wiping only once over area with clean sides of sponge. Clean sponge
before each wipe to insure removal of emulsion. Can use towel cloth after initial-set to get any remaining haze off
surface if required. OR after 24 hours use Tile Doctor haze remover to remove any remaining haze if any exists.
• Never requires sealing – Due to the low porosity of STARLIKE® Grout, STARLIKE® Grout never needs to be sealed
after application to resist staining.
Can I use STARLIKE
®
Grout as a Mortar?
Yes. During the installation of tiles and especially of thin porcelain and mosaics tiles, any mortar material may be “pushed”
trough between tiles leaving it visible in the grout joints. This mortar must be patiently removed before grouting. Using
STARLIKE® Grout as mortar with the same coloration as the grouting color selected, will permit installation of the tile or
mosaic and immediately grout the tiles in a one-step application. This unique application process can save a lot of time and
simplify the process.
STARLIKE® Grout has been developed with a non-sag performance and it can be used even on vertical applications and to
prevent sagging under tile in horizontal applications. Due to the nature of STARLIKE® Crystal, Color Crystal and Jewels, they
are not recommended to be used as Mortar.
Can I use STARLIKE® as a Wall Covering coating?
Besides being a Grout and a Mortar, STARLIKE® is also an excellent innovative decorative layer for walls.
With the addition of DÉCOR, a specially formulated thinning agent, you can easily level the substrate with a finish that can
be identical to the one used to grout the joints of tile or mosaic. This exclusive characteristic allows unique decorative
solutions based on the continuity between wall tile and floor and the surrounding walls. STARLIKE® with Décor is
recommended for residential and commercial remodeling and as an alternative to removing and replacing old tile
substrates. Applying the Decor Primer Fondo on top of the old tile substrate will achieve a smooth surface on which you
can trowel on STARLIKE® in the Décor version. With STARLIKE® in the Décor version (STARLIKE® + Décor additive), you can
obtain a relief surface, unique textures, spatulated effect and even decorate with stencils to expand in your design
capabilities and inspirations. Not for use with STARLIKE® Crystal, Color Crystal and Jewels.
What is the best way to apply STARLIKE®?
See above under workability and also See the Technical Data Sheet for more details.
Is STARLIKE® difficult to clean after installation like other epoxy and urethane grouts?