CERA Fil 45 Tile Joint Grout is superior grade polymer modified cementitious tile joint grout processing excellent hydrophobic property resulting in low dirt pickup and clean joints.
Advantages:
It is non-shrinkable and will not crack.
It is anti-fungus and water repellant
It is tough and has high abrasion resistance
It has high bond strength
Low dirt accumulation and provides clean joints
It has built in flexibility to withstand forces created by expansion and contraction of concrete beneath the tile.
Available in all tile colors and ades.
Function:
CERAFIL 45 is a cementitious water repellant tile grout used for interior and exterior application.
Uses:
CERAFIL - 45 is ideally recommended on tile joints of width ranging from 1 to 10 mm for internal application.
CERAFIL - 45 is suitable for grouting ceramic tiles, vitrified tiles, granites, marbles, mosaics and natural stone in walls and floors.
For wider joints from 5mm to 10mm it is advisable to use 400gms of Cera Tile Admix with 1kg of CERAFIL-45
Method Of Application:
Surface Preparation: To obtain good adhesion, it is essential to have a clean and sound substrate. All laitance, oil, grease, etc, shall be cleaned by chemical etching using Cera ALKlean
Mixing and application: Mix 2 to 3 parts CERAFIL - 45 to one part of water by volume to form thick paste consistency. Do not add more water to the mix. For larger application, it is advisable to mix the contents using a portable mechanical mixer. Keep the wet mortar idle for 5-10 minutes and remix before application for optimized polymer and uniform color
Fill the tile joint with CERAFIL 45– diagonally across the tile surfaces using a rubber grouting trowel or any other tool. Remove surplus grout with a wet cloth.
Polish the tiles with dry cloth when the job is over.
Curing:
Full curing takes around 5-6 days and it is absolutely essential that grouted joints should be properly water cured.
Pot Life:
The working time of CERAFIL - 45 depends upon the temperature. Pot life is about 60 minutes.
Shelf Life:
12 months in sealed container if stored in dry conditions.
Health & Safety:
Avoid contact with skin for prolonged period. In case of any contact with eyes, wash immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention.
