MEP®. JOINT COLOR is a water-repellent, mould-resistant, non-shrink tile grout.

MEP®. JOINT COLOR is designed to point tile joints up to a width of 8mm on walls and floors for interior and exterior use

USES

MEP®. JOINT COLOR can be used for grouting ceramic, porcelain, mosaic, natural stone…

• ▪ Interior / External floor
• ▪ Interior / External wall
• ▪ Pool or pond (for private uses only)

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• ▪ Water-repellent surface to reduce water penetration and improve resistance to staining
• ▪ Scratch-resistant formulation is ideal for grouting soft-faced stone such as marble
• ▪ Contains anti-fungus admixtures for lasting protection from mould growth
• ▪ Suitable for joint widths up to 8mm
• ▪ Can be used on walls and floors
• ▪ Available in 16 colors

SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUEST      DOWNLOAD PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

1. Surface preparation

   ▪ Tiles must be firmly in place
   ▪ The joints must be free of excess adhesive and loose material
   ▪ Joints should be moistened (not wet) prior to the application of the grout
   ▪ Quality of the grout will depend on the uniformity and the cleanness of the joint
   Notes:
   Adhesive should normally be left for at least 24 hours before grouting, unless using a rapid set tile adhesive
   For swimming pools leave for at least 3 days before grouting

2. Mixing

   Mixing ratio: 6 lts of water per 20 kg bag
   ▪ Gradually add the powder into the required water quantity while mixing to avoid lumps forming
   ▪ It is highly recommended to use a low speed mechanical mixer
   ▪ Mix thoroughly to a creamy consistency
   ▪ Allow mix to gel for 5 min and then remix before use

3. Application

   ▪ Using a rubber float, apply the grout diagonally to the tile to a small area at a time
   ▪ Completely fill the joints leaving no voids
   ▪ Excess grout should be removed immediately using a rubber float held at 90° to the tiles
   ▪ When the grout has become firm in the joints (will depend on temperatures) the tiles should be cleaned with a clean damp sponge until all residues is removed
   ▪ When dry, polish the tiles with a clean, dry cloth

4. Allowance for movement

   Flexible joints should be incorporated to allow for slight movements due to changes in temperature, humidity etc. as indicated by DTU 52.2
   ▪ Where the tiling meets other materials (e.g. floor perimeters)
   ▪ Along all internal corners – vertically and horizontally
   ▪ Over existing movement joints or changes in background material
   ▪ Dividing large tiled areas into bays

5. LIMITATION

   Do not use for:
   ▪ External Walls: use MEP®. JOINT FLEX
   ▪ Deflection or limited shrinkage surface: use MEP®. JOINT FLEX
   ▪ Areas subject to chemical agents: use MEP®. JOINT EPOXY
   ▪ Areas subjected to high-pressure cleaning: use MEP®. JOINT EPOXY

6. RECOMMANDATIONS

   Never add water if the mixture has started to set
   Should the mortar stiffen up then discard the product and mix a fresh batch
   An excess in mixing ratio (water) and a poor preparation of the joints leads to a shading of the grout