Technical Data Sheet

SP-100 DUO
Stain-free Grout

Stain-free grout for interior & exterior^ floor &

wall

Substrates
Features / Benefits
• Ceramic tile
• Vitrified tile
• Stain-free
• Glass Mosaic Tiles
• Colour fast
• Granite
• Easy to clean • Marble
• Chemical and Temperature resistant • Metal tiles
• Non-cracking or powdering • Agglomerates (Engineered Stones)
• Complies with ANSI A 118.3, EN 13888, • Precast Terrazzo tiles
standards.
• Water and shock resistant.
• Food grade
• UV resistant and suitable for external usage

Application Compliance
Designed especially for interior and exterior^ floor
and wall joints of all types of ceramic tile, vitreous, ISO 13007 / EN ANSI A118.3
semi-vitreous tile, glass mosaic tiles, metal tiles, 13888
precast terrazzo, engineered stone floors and natural
stones. Recommended for Institutional and commercial
kitchens, Cafeterias, residential facilities, Rest rooms,
Schools and wet areas like swimming pools, sauna,
water bodies and washroom

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 conditions: ISO
13007 – 4: Clause
TECHNICAL DATA 4.1.4; EN 12808
Applicable Standards: –4
ANSI A118.3; ISO 13007 – 3 (RG) / EN 13888 Shrinkage: ISO
13007 – 4: Clause
< 1.5mm / m 0.8 to 1.0 mm/m
ANSI Data 4.3: EN 12808 –
4
Property / Test Requirement Typical Values
Method Water Absorption
after 240 Minutes:
Water cleanability:
ISO 13007 – 4: ≤0.1 g 0.007 g
ANSI A118.3: >80 Minutes 90 - 110 Minutes
Clause 4.2; EN
Clause 5.1
12808 – 5
Initial Setting Time:
Chemical
ANSI A118.3: >120 Minutes 240 - 310 Minutes See Chemical resistance chart
Resistance
Clause 5.2
The grout mortar conforms to ISO 13007 – 4 (RG) / EN
Service Setting
13888.
Time: ANSI
≤ 7 Days 2 – 3 Days
A118.3: Clause
Packaging:
5.2
Shrinkage after 7 SP-100 DUO is a factory proportioned kit with Hardener
days: ANSI
< 0.25% 0.02 % (Part A) and Resin (Part B)
A118.3: Clause
5.3
Sag in Vertical Unit Net weight
Joints: ANSI No change in 1/5th unit 1.0 kg
Pass
A118.3: Clause shape of joint 1 full unit 5.0 kg
5.4
Bond strength to
Quarry Tile: ANSI >1000 psi >1100 psi Colour:
A118.3: Clause (6.87 Mpa) (7.56 Mpa)
Choose from range of colours available. Please refer the
5.5
grout colour chart for choosing the colour required.
Compressive
Strength after 7 Coverage:
>3500 psi > 3916 psi
days: ANSI
(24.06 Mpa) (27.23 Mpa) Please refer the coverage chart as it depends
A118.3: Clause
5.6 on the tile size, joint width, and depth.
Tensile Strength
after 7 days: ANSI >1000 psi >1150 psi
Working Properties at 70° F (21° C)
A118.3: Clause (6.87 Mpa) ( 7.92 Mpa)
5.7) Working properties:
Thermal Shock Pot life 45 minutes
>500 psi > 600 psi
ANSI A118.3: Foot traffic 24 hours
(3.43 Mpa) ( 4.12 Mpa)
Clause 5.8) Heavy traffic 7 Days
The grout mortar conforms to ANSI A 118.3
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE CHARTS: At 25° C
Acid Based Chemicals
ISO / EN Data
Property / Test Requirement Typical Values Chemical Concentration PE IE SE
Method 2.5% VG VG VG
Acetic Acid
Abrasion 5% G VG VG
resistance: ISO • HCL 10% VG VG VG
≤ 250 mm³ 42 -45 mm³
13007 – 4: Clause • H2SO4 20% VG VG VG
4.4; EN 12808 - 2 • Formic
Flexural strength 2% VG VG VG
Acid
under standard Nitric Acid 10% P G VG
conditions: ISO Citric Acid 10% VG VG VG
≥ 30 N / mm² > 34 N / mm²
13007 – 4: Clause
Benzoic Acid 5% VG VG VG
4.1.3; EN 12808 -
3 Oleic Acid 2% VG VG VG
Compressive
Strength under ≥ 45 N / mm² 46 N / mm²
standard

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 Base and Salt Solutions use flexible sealant to fill these movement joints
Chemical Concentration PE IE SE particularly in the external areas where the
Sodium Hydroxide 50% VG VG VG movements are expected to be high.
Ammonia Solution 25% VG VG VG • SP 100 DUO is a solid epoxy grout and does not
Baking Soda 20% VG VG VG accommodate movements in tile/stone that can
Sodium occur due to various reasons. Movements which
Hypochlorite 4% P G VG occur in the tile/stone area due to non provision
Solution of movement joints will lead to cracks /
Potassium breakage of grout joints / tile/ stone.
10% P G VG • Keep the working area covered and protected
Permanganate
Calcium Chloride 10% VG VG VG from Sun light while application of SP-100 DUO,
Hydrogen Peroxide 10% VG VG VG stain free epoxy grout, is applied in open areas
like swimming pools etc. Keep the cover for 7
days and till the filling of pools with water after
Household / Food Stuff Solutions the completion of grouting with SP-100 DUO,
Chemical Concentration PE IE SE stain free epoxy grout.
Coffee NA G VG VG
Milk NA VG VG VG Surface Preparation:
Vinegar NA VG VG VG Before starting to grout, remove debris in grout joints and
Ketchup / lightly sponge the tile surface to remove dust and dirt. Do
NA G VG VG not clean tiles with acid cleaners. In case acid cleaners
Sauce
Red wine NA VG VG VG were used to clean the tiles, ensure to wash the area with
Grease NA VG VG VG plenty of water before commencing grouting. Wait till the
Olive Oil NA VG VG VG joints are completely dry. Substrate temperature must
Coke NA VG VG VG between 60°F (16°C) and 90°F (32°C).

Solvents & Combustible Solutions Mixing

Chemical Concentration PE IE SE Pour the full contents of SP-100 DUO Part A into a SP-
Ethyl Alcohol NA P G VG 100 DUO Part B pail. Mix with a margin trowel or a slow
Acetone NA P G VG speed drill mixer until they are completely blended.
Ethylene Glycol NA VG VG VG Immediately pour entire mixed contents from the pail onto
MEK NA P VG VG working area. Use a plastic sheet as a drop cloth. Use
Tetra Hydro furan NA P P G standard epoxy grouting techniques to work with SP-100
Chloroform NA P P P DUO Grout into tile joints. SP-100 DUO Grout can also
Toluene NA P P G be applied with a caulking gun. Be sure all grout joints
Xylene NA P G VG are packed full. Remove as much excess material as
Dichloromethane NA P P P possible before initial cleaning with grout float. Do not
PE: Prolonged Exposure; IE: Intermittent Exposure: SE: leave excess grout on the face of tiles.
Splash Exposure; P: Poor: G: Good; VG: Very Good;
NA: Not Applicable Cleaning
• Long exposure will cause colour change Remove excess grout from the face of the tiles with the
edge of the grout float. Hold the float at a 90° angle and
pull it diagonally across the joints and tile to avoid pulling
INSTALLATION out the material.

Important site Checks: Notes to the specifiers: Initial Cleaning: After 30-45 min of the application of the
• It is recommended to check the colour of the grout, rub the surface of the tile & joint with clean water
grout, if it is meeting the desired colour of the and sponge provided in the kit, to remove any excess
client grout. Then take a clean thick white towel and drag
• It is recommended to do a small area with actual across the tile to remove any residue.
tile/stone at site and check for any colour ingress
into the tile/stone. Many tiles / stones have high Final Cleaning: within 24 hours do a second cleaning
absorption which may lead to discoloration / with normal soap detergent to remove any haze from the
colour marks. tile

• EXTERIOR AREAS ^: Plan to provide proper

* Contact MYK LATICRETE technical services for large
movement joints, peripheral joints as per EJ 171
to accommodate movements in tile/stone and format tile or stone installations on exterior surfaces.

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 Customer Care
Application:
MYK LATICRETE India Pvt Ltd.
8-2-703/A, Fourth Floor, Leela Gopal Towers,
Shelf Life Road No-12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034
Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed
(T.S.) Tel: +91-40-30413100
to be of first quality for two (2) years if stored at
temperatures >32°F (0°C) and <110°F (43°C). E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.myklaticrete.com
Limitations
• Light colors may darken slightly from direct UV
exposure.
Consult with Technical Services for specific exterior
grouting recommendations.
• For industrial applications exposed to high
concentrations of food and mineral acids and to high
heat, use LATAPOXY®2000 Industrial Epoxy Grout.
• Maximum stain resistance is achieved 10 days after
installation. Protect from exposure to acids and strong
cleaners during this period.
• Not recommended for soft, polished marble or delicate
glazed tiles.
• Adhesives/mastics, mortars, and grouts for ceramic tile,
pavers, brick, and stone are not replacements for
waterproof membranes. When a waterproof membrane is
required, use LATICRETE® Hydro ban / 9237 Waterproof
Membrane.

MAINTENANCE

LATICRETE® and LATAPOXY® grouts require routine

cleaning with neutral pH soap and water or MYK
LATICRETE Clenza series suitable cleaners. All other
LATICRETE® and LATAPOXY® materials require no
maintenance but proper installation as per instruction.
Performance and durability may depend on properly
maintaining of Installed area.

WARRANTY

MYK LATICRETE India Pvt Ltd warrants that LATICRETE®

SP-100, SP-100 DUO Stain free grout is free from
manufacturing defects and will not break down,
deteriorate, or disintegrate under normal usage for a
period of two (2) years from manufacturing of the product
subject to the terms and conditions stated in LATICRETE®
Product Warranty.

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