ARDEX FS DD

Flexible Water Repellent and Dirt Resistant

Fine Tile Grout
Water repellent due to special hydrophobing agent

Dirt Resistant – Longer lasting new look, as dirt is unable to enter grout

Contains ARDEX Grout Shield to combat mould growth

For use in joints up to 4mm wide without shrinkage

Exceptionally easy to clean off, even 24 hours after initial clean off with

no residue on tile surface

Walk on after 5 hours

Improved colour consistency with less chance of efflorescence

Suitable for internal or external use on wall and floor applications

Extremely low VOC content

Available in a range of colours

ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd ARDEX New Zealand Ltd

20 Powers Road 15 Alfred Street
Seven Hills NSW 2147 Onehunga, Auckland, 1061
Phone: 1300 788 780 Phone: 0800 227 339
Fax: 1300 780 102 Fax: (03) 3849779
Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
www.ardexaustralia.com www.ardex.co.nz
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Flexible Water Repellent and Dirt Resistant Fine Tile Grout
DESCRIPTION For tiles set on a thick bed of adhesive, it is Certain types of tile may be prone to surface
ARDEX FS-DD is a non-sanded cement-based, wall preferable to ensure the adhesive has fully cured discoloration, e.g. some moisture sensitive
and floor grouting compound which is specially so as to minimise the chance of moisture affecting natural stones or tiles with absorbent or textured
designed to be water and dirt resistant making the colour of the grout. surfaces. Porous face tiles e.g. terracotta, should
it ideal for wet areas such as showers. ARDEX be sealed prior to grouting to prevent staining.
FS-DD is easy to apply and fast drying, with final Wipe tile surface with damp dense sponge,
cleaning able to be completed 24 hours after working diagonally across tile joints. Use a In swimming pool applications, colours may bleach
initial wash off with no residue left on the tile minimum amount of water to avoid water float over time. Use ARDEX FS-DD Ultra White (390)
surface. The hardened grout is exceptionally easy and/or shade variation, efflorescence and mixed with diluted ARDEX Grout Booster. Full cure
to keep clean and will maintain its appearance as shrinkage. Any dry film remaining on the tile and ready for chemicals after 14 days. For public
no water and dirt residue can seep into the grout surface can be removed when the grout has pools ARDEX Abapoxy is recommended.
joints. It is further protected from mould growth hardened in the joints by polishing the tile surface
due to the addition of ARDEX Grout Shield which with a dry cloth, making sure no smears are left For expansion or movement joints, use ARDEX
combats fungal and algal growth. on surface. silicone sealant.

ARDEX FS-DD is suitable for use internally or In exterior conditions it is essential to provide QUALITY PRODUCT
externally and is especially suited to surfaces protection from all extremes of climate during the ARDEX FS-DD is manufactured and tested to
prone to scratching such as porcelain. ARDEX whole fixing and grouting operation and for as long ARDEX procedures which are maintained in
FS-DD can also be used on timber floors and in as possible afterwards. accordance with Quality System Standard ISO
swimming pools with the addition of ARDEX Grout 9001.
Booster. It is available in a range of colours and When using ARDEX Grout Booster, ensure all
can be used for both commercial and domestic cleaning off is completed before the grout dries on SAFETY DATA
applications. the tile face otherwise difficulties during cleaning This product may cause irritation and an allergic
may be experienced. All tools should be cleaned reaction to the skin. It may cause serious eye
FOR GROUTING (tile types) with water immediately after use. injury and irritation to the respiratory system. In
Porcelain, ceramic tiles, terrazzo, slate, quarry case of contact with the eyes rinse with running
tiles, glass and moisture insensitive natural stones DRYING TIME water until advised to stop by the Poisons
Initial set and light traffic after 5 hours, heavy Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least
PREPARATION traffic after 24 hours at 23°C and 50% relative 15 minutes. Wear protective gloves, clothing,
Ensure joints are clean and free from dust, excess humidity. Allow longer for dense tiles, lower eye and face protection. Avoid inhaling dust/
adhesive and bedding mortar. Do not grout until temperatures or high relative humidity. fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Ensure adequate
the adhesive has set firmly. All ‘spacers’ must be ventilation during mixing and application. Store
removed from joints. Note: ARDEX FS-DD is water repellent and dirt locked up. Check with your local Council regarding
Prior to grouting, it is advisable to check ease of resistant; therefore no grout sealer should be the disposal of contents, dispose of packaging
cleaning with tiles that have a textured or matt required. If desired however, grout sealers can be thoughtfully and recycle where possible. Keep
surface. applied after 24 hours. out of the reach of children. Call the Poisons
Information Centre on 131 126 (AUS) and
MIXING PACKAGING 0800 764 766 (NZ) or call a doctor if you feel
ARDEX FS-DD powder is added to clean water in a ARDEX FS-DD is packed in poly bags and polylined unwell. Additional information is in the Safety Data
clean container whilst stirring thoroughly to give a paper sacks – net weight 5kg (1.5kg and 20kg Sheet (SDS) at www.ardexaustralia.com
lump free, paste like, creamy mortar. A 20kg bag Ultra White only).
of ARDEX FS-DD requires approximately 6 litres of TECHNICAL DATA
water. SHELF LIFE Colour: Various
ARDEX FS-DD has a shelf life of not less than 12 Mixing Ratio: Approx 6 litres
For swimming pools and timber floors, first dilute months for 20kg and not less than 24 months water per 20kg
ARDEX Grout Booster with water (80% Booster: for 1.5kg and 5kg, when stored in the original, powder
20% water). Then mix 6L of diluted ARDEX Grout unopened packaging, in a dry place at 23ºC and Application Properties at 23ºC and 50% RH
Booster per 20kg powder. 50% relative humidity. Pot life: 2.5 hours
The pot life of the mixed mortar is approximately Drying time: Initial set 5 hours, full
2.5 hours at 23°C and 50% relative humidity. Pay attention to the following: cure 7 days
Do not use ARDEX FS-DD for chemical resistant Underfloor heating: Yes
APPLICATION joints, use ARDEX WA or ARDEX Abapoxy. Application temperature: 5oC or above
Work grout into the joints using a rubber trowel.
Compact the grout firmly into the joints ensuring The likelihood of colour shade and efflorescence Mechanical Properties (AS 4992)
they are completely filled, minimising the amount are reduced, however certain site conditions, Compressive strength, 14 days: 20 MPa
left on the tile surface. Allow the grout to firm up finishing techniques and uneven drying conditions Flexural strength, 28 days: 6 MPa
in the joint before clean-up. may cause this to persist. Classification: CG1

COVERAGE
Coverage will vary according to tile size, joint width and depth, as well as the method of
application and on site condition. Allow an additional 15 - 20% for wastage.

Coverage in kg/m2
Tile Size (mm)
Joint Width
length width depth 1.5mm 3mm 4mm
50 50 5 0.6 1.2 1.6
100 100 5 0.3 0.6 0.8
150 150 5 0.2 0.4 0.5
300 300 5 0.1 0.2 0.3
600 600 10 0.1 0.2 0.3
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Flexible Water Repellent and Dirt Resistant Fine Tile Grout
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guarantees this product (“our goods”) is free other information contained in this data sheet are
from manufacturing defects and will perform to given in good faith and represent the best of our
any applicable specification published by us for knowledge and experience at the time of printing.
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under this guarantee is limited at our option to are used and handled correctly and in accordance
replacement of the product, repair of any damage with any applicable Australian Standards. Our
to the immediate surface or area of application instructions and recommendations are only for
of the product, or compensation, in each case the uses they are intended. Users are advised
if we are satisfied loss or damage was due to a to confirm that this product is suitable for their
breach of this guarantee. This guarantee does not application and conforms with the specifications
apply if damage or loss is due to failure to follow of the system. We also reserve the right to update
published instructions or any act or circumstance information without prior notice to you to reflect
beyond our control, including shade variations our ongoing research and development program.
and efflorescence. If you wish to make a claim Country specific recommendations, depending
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Australia Pty Ltd, 20 Powers Road Seven Hills regulations or industry guidelines, may affect
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failure does not amount to a major failure”. data from ARDEX Australia Pty Ltd.