Lapox Epogrout - Epoxy Tile Grout

Lapox Epogrout

Lapox Epogrout is a three component water cleanable & stain free epoxy grout specially designed for use in floor & wall applications of ceramic tile, vitrified tile, mosaics, stone & structural glazedblock. Tilegrout available in range of attractive shades.

Applications:

1. Institutional kitchens and catering facilities

2. Institutional facilities

3. Swimming pools, Showers, Artificial water bodies and hot springs

4. Laboratory

5. Rest rooms

6. Schools

7. Heavy duty workshops, garages and services facilities

8. Bottling plants and breweries

9. Food production: meat, fish, vegetable and fruit processing, canning areas, dairies and bakeries

Processing

Surface preparation:

1. Make sure tiles are firmly set, and adhesive or mortar is completely dry for 24 hours.

2. Remove all spacers, pegs, ropes and string; clean joints by removing free loose dirt particles.

3. Excessive humidity (above ~65%), low daylight and low temperature (less than 20°C) mayretardthecure.

Mixing:

1. Pour the contents of Resin & Hardener into a clean pail.

2. Always mix complete units. Resin and Hardener are packaged to the exact quantity ratiofor propermixing. Partial mixing will result improper/no curing of grout.

3. Mix thoroughly using a margin trowel or slow speed drill mixer until resin and hardener completelyblended.

4. Slowly add at least ¾ filler into above Resin/Hardener mixer and mixed until a lumpfree, uniformconsistency is achieved. Add remainder filler slowly, if required, to achieve desired consistency.

How to Apply:

1. Fill the tile joints with the Grout using a rubber flout or plastic spatula, ensuring that thejointsarecompletely filled.

2. Remove the excess grout material from joints and surface by moving the rubber flout diagonallytothe grout lines.

3. Remove as much excess material as possible before initial cleaning with grout float. Donot leaveexcess grout on the face of tiles. How to clean:

4. After 30-45 minutes of the tile grout application, scrub the surface of the tile & joint withcleanwaterand scrubber pad in a circular motion.

5. Using clean wet towel, remove residue from tile surface. Repeat as necessary rinsingthetowelfrequently in a pail of clean water until the oily feeling has gone.

6. After 2-3 hours, joints will begin to harden. If rough or uneven found on joints, dress lightlywithasponge or gloved finger soaked in a soap solution to make smooth.

7. Finally clean the tile surface with water and soap solution within 12 hours to remove epoxyhaze.

8. Care should be exercised not to use excess water or allow water to come into contact withthewetgrout. Surplus material must be removed from the face of the tiles before it sets.

Packaging:

1 kg pack: Resin: 0.18kg, Hardener: 0.07kg, Filler: 0.750 kg

5kg pack: Resin: 0.90kg, Hardener: 0.36kg, Filler: 3.74kg

Stain free, waterproof epoxy tile grout for walls and floor.

Lapox epogrout available in 22 color shades.

Epogrout epoxy tile grout benefits

Epoxy tile grout is a type of grout made from epoxy resins and a filler powder. It is different from traditional cement-based grout in several key ways:

1. Durability: Epoxy grout is highly resistant to stains, chemicals, and cracking, making it extremely durable compared to cement-based grout

2. Waterproofing: It is non-porous and waterproof, making it ideal for use in areas exposed to water, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and swimming pools.

3. Stain Resistance: Due to its non-porous nature, epoxy grout is resistant to stains from food, oils, and other substances that could discolor traditional grout.

4. Strength: Epoxy grout cures to a very hard and strong finish, which is beneficial for high-traffic or heavy-use areas.

5. Aesthetic Flexibility: Epoxy grout comes in a variety of colors and finishes, including glossy options, which can enhance the appearance of tile installations.

However, working with epoxy grout can be more challenging than cement-based grout due to its sticky texture and fast curing time. It often requires more effort to apply and clean, so it’s important to follow manufacturer instructions carefully.