INSTALLATION: Ceramic, Mosaic, Quarry, Acid-Resistant, Brick, Paver, Slate

SPECIFICATION				KERAPOXY
							Stain-Free Grout

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DESCRIPTION: A water cleanable 100% solids epoxy non-sagging grout system for installations where exceptionally high strength, chemical and impact resistance is required.  Available in a wide variety of colors for grouting.  A Cold Weather Formula, KERAPOXY PART C, is also available for use in installations between 35°F (2°C) and 60°F (18°C).

	Specify for interior and exterior floor and wall installations 

Specify for grouting of ceramic floor and wall tile, quarry tile, acid-resistant floor brick, paver tile, and slate.

Specify for industrial, commercial and institutional applications with extremely high grout strength requirements.

Specify for heavy use and abuse areas such as shopping malls, subway stations, schools, prisons, airports, public restrooms.

Specify for applications requiring high acid and chemical resistance such as dairies, bottling plants, meat processing plants, restaurants, hospitals, schools, pharmaceutical laboratories, intensive care units and animal clinics.

Specify for areas requiring stain-resistant grout such as countertops, vanities and laboratory tabletops.

Specify for use over properly prepared concrete, masonry block, cement mortars or leveling coats, brick, exterior grade plywood (interior residential dry floors and countertops only), cementitious backer units, terrazzo and properly prepared existing ceramic tile.
	
	DO NOT  specify as a MORTAR.

DO NOT specify for GROUTING white or translucent marble.  When used as a grout on exterior installations, color variations may occur over time, especially with lighter shades.

DO NOT  specify in areas subject to excessive heat.  Once cured, KERAPOXY will resist temperatures up to 212°F.  Steam cleaning wands should be kept6-12 inches above tile surface where used.

DO NOT specify over presswood, particle board, chipboard, masonite, Lauan, gypsum floor patching compounds, metal or similar dimensionally unstable substrates.

When specifying KERAPOXY  in the Tile Selection selected – ceramic, mosaic, quarry, paver, slate, marble or granite – add appropriate articles or paragraphs under the applicable PART as indicated.
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PART 1 GENERAL

	REFERENCES

ANSI A108.6 – Installation of Ceramic Tile with Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Setting and Grouting Epoxy.

ANSI A118.3 – Specifications for Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile Setting and Grouting Epoxy and Water	 Cleanable Tile Setting Epoxy Adhesive.

ANSI A137.1 – Specification for Ceramic Tile

Tile Council of America (TCA) – Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation.

SUBMITTALS

Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s technical information and installation instructions for materials required.

	QUALITY ASSURANCE
	
Provide tile, grout and setting materials from one source.  Additives, dry-set mortars, installation materials and grouts shall be from the same manufacturer.
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When specifying KERAPOXY as a grout to be used with white or translucent marble, include statement that test area be grouted and accepted before proceeding with grout installation.
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	DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
	
Deliver and store packaged materials in original containers with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use.  Prevent damage or contamination to materials by water, freezing, foreign matter or other causes.

Deliver and store materials on site at least 24 hours before work begins.

Provide heated and dry storage facilities on site.

	PROJECT CONDITIONS

Maintain environmental conditions and protect work during and after installation to comply with referenced standards and manufacturer’s printed recommendations.

Vent temporary heaters to exterior to prevent damage to tilework from carbon dioxide build-up.

Maintain temperature at not less than 65 degrees F (10 degrees C) or not more than 90 degrees F (27 degrees C) in tiled areas during installation and for 7 days after completion.  Temperature will affect the handling characteristics of epoxy-based products; refer to manufacturer’s printed instructions for additional information.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

GROUT MATERIALS 

CHEMICAL RESISTANT GROUT:  KERAPOXY, two component 100% Solids Epoxy Grout, as manufactured by MAPEI CORPORATIONS, ANSI A118.3 color [------------], as selected by architect.  Water cleanable.
		
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When specifying KERAPOXY  in performance specification, Call MAPEI CORPORATION’s Technical Service Department toll-free number for assistance with product characteristics.
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MIXES

Proportion and mix factory-prepared in accordance with manufacturer’s printed instructions.

PART 3 EXECUTION

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Specifications for surface conditions are listed in the beginning of the specification of MAPEI’s Architectural Binder.  These specifications should be called out with the related work sections.  Delete non-applicable conditions.  (Refer to ANSI EXPLANATION AND NOTES section:  AN-3 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED IN OTHER SECTIONS.)
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EXAMINATION

Examine tilework and conditions under which grout will be installed.  Do not proceed with grouting until tilework and conditions comply with requirements indicated in referenced tile installation standard and manufacturer’s instructions.

INSTALLATION

	Install grout in accordance with manufacturer’s printed instructions and ANSI 108.6

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Select appropriate TCA method to be used and delete non-applicable methods (select from latest edition of TCA Handbook).

No TCA method for grouting walls with epoxy grout has been established.  KERAPOXY, however, may be specified for use as a wall grout.
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	[Floor Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method
	[F114], [F115], [F131],[ F132], [134], [F142], [F143], 
	[R612], [TR712], [RF912].]

	[Wall Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method
	[W201], [W202], [W211], [W221], [W222], [W231], [W241],
	[W242], [W243], [W244], [B411], [B412], [B412], [B414], [B415], 
	[B416], [B417], [TR711], [TR713].]

	[Ceiling or Soffit Tile: Install in accordance with TCA method C311.]

	[Countertop Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method [C511], [C512], [C513].]

	[Swimming Pool tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method P601.]

	[Tub and Fountain Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method B417.]

	[Refrigerator Room Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method SR613.]

	[Steam Room Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method SR613.]

	[Stair Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method S151.]

	Install expansion and control joints in accordance with TCA method EJ171.

	Grout joints shall be clean and free from standing water, dust and foreign substances.

	Tile surfaces shall be clean and dry.

	After grouting installation, completely remove all epoxy residue.

PROTECTION

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Select appropriate statements for installation – floor, wall or both.  Delete non-applicable statements.
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[Protect floors from foot traffic and contamination for at least 24 hours and general traffic for at least 72  hours after installation. Prohibit heavy traffic on floors for at least 7 days after installation.]

[Protect walls from impact, vibration and heavy hammering on adjacent and opposite walls for at least 2 days after installation.]

	Protect from routine cleaning materials for 12 hours after installation.	

Protect from food products and chemicals which can cause stains for at least 14 days and total water immersion for at least 21 days after installation. 

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Once cured, Kerapoxy becomes a high performance chemical resitant grout.  Strictly adhere to the above recommended guidelines.
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For further information and assistance, contact:

				     MAPEI CORPORATION
				     1501 WALL STREET
				     GARLAND, TEXAS  75041 – 4046
				     1-800-992-6273