Use and Care Manual

PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN
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pre-packaged in the correct mixing Ratio as indicated above. It is
mandatory to pour out the entire contents of the Component B,
rolling and squeezing the plastic pouch progressively from the
sealed side towards the cut side.
Mix using an electric drill with the paddle at low speed until
achieving a smooth mixture without lumps. When the 2
components are properly mixed you will notice a
homogeneous, uniform paste without color variation. Scrape
the sides and bottom of the bucket with a spatula or trowel to
ensure complete and proper mixing. It is never advisable to mix
by hand.
Do NOT OVERMIX! The paste will become hot and it will result
in a shorter working time to apply the material before
hardening, and will cause unwanted air into the mixture and
can cause bubbling effect when applying
GROUTING THE MOSAIC SURFACE
Apply the mixture into the joints, using a suitable green epoxy
float. Work the trowel to push the material in every cavity of the
joint. Remove any excess using the same rubber float in a
diagonal motion to the direction of the joints. This action will
also smooth the surface of the joints.
The standard and optimum temperature condition for application
is between 65 and 75°F. Under these conditions, the product
appears like a soft, easily workable paste, with a workability
time of approximately 1 hour.
When applying the material in a vertical installation like a wall,
shower or pool, you may notice a slight potential for sagging
as the material is initially very fluid. Please continue to apply
the material to the remaining surface to ensure you are
consuming the most of the mixed bucket and retain a slight
amount before completion of the work. When most all the
bucket has been used go back to the starting point of the
application and correct any areas of sagging with the small
amount of retained mixture if any exist. If you are applying the
material at a temperature BETWEEN 55 and 65°F, we suggest
to store the unmixed bucket in a warmer place at around 70°F
for 24 hours prior to use. We discourage however to grout
material below 55°F.
If you are applying the material at a temperature ABOVE 75°F,
we suggest to store the bucket material in a cooler place at
around 70°F for 24 hours prior to use. We discourage
however to grout material above 85°F.
The workability and hardening time of the product is greatly
influenced by the environmental temperature.
The grouted material will be well hardened after 24 hours from
application and it can be used even though the complete
curing chemical reaction will take 5 total days under standard
temperature conditions. During this time, a floor can be
walked upon or a shower can be used after 24 hours under
standard conditions, but the performances of stain, UV and
chemical resistance, strength, etc.. are not fully accomplished.
Please assure during this time that the usage of the grouted
surface is as light as possible and pay attention not to spill
staining substances such as Wine, Coffee, Mustard,
Chemicals, etc on the surface or Hair Coloring or colored
soaps. Swimming pool should be filled with water after 5 days
of application under standard temperature condition.
At a temperature of 55 - 60°F, you will be able to walk on or
use the grouted material only after 3 days from application.
At temperatures below 55°F, the product will be harder to apply
(thicker) and the hardening time as well as the complete curing
chemical reaction are also greatly lengthened.
At temperatures above 75°F, it is advisable to distribute the
product as quickly as possible into the joints to not shorten the
workability time because the mass of the material in the bucket
will start warming up following the heat-producing chemical
reaction.
Do NOT add water or solvents to improve the workability.
CLEANING AND FINISHING
Cleaning and finishing the grouting should be done while the
product is still soft, and in all cases as quickly as possible
after application and spreading, paying attention not to
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