Aqua Mix Grout Colorant Smoke 237ml

Grout Colorant

Grout Colorant is an⠀easy-to-use waterborne epoxy⠀that⠀recolours, seals and rejuvenates existing grout joints. Formulated to provide maximum stain protection. Change the appearance and colour of your faded, stained or patchy grout with⠀20 colours⠀to choose from. Also simplifies ongoing grout cleaning.

Grout Colorant Key Features:

• Durable epoxy formula
• Safe, easy to use water based, low VOC formula
• Maximum stain resistance
• Now with built in Microban® – Cured Sealant is Mould & Mildew Resistant
• Lasts up to 15 years

For use on:

Sanded, unsanded and epoxy grout joints. Effective for interior and exterior applications. Suitable for new or existing grout

Limitations:

• Grout Colorant is not recommended for use underwater in pools, ponds, or on areas subject to hydrostatic pressure
• Do not use solvent-based cleaners on recolored grout joints
• Previously applied sealers, with the exception of Aqua Mix® Penetrating Sealer, Aqua Mix® Grout Sealer, Aqua Mix® Pro-Solv, Aqua Mix® Ultra-Solv® or Aqua Mix® Sealer’s Choice® Gold, must be removed to provide a bondable surface. Aqua Mix® Sealer & Coating Remover is recommended for this procedure
• Porous tile may require sealing to ensure colorant is not absorbed into the tile

General Surface Prep:

Test a small area according to application instructions, with a minimum 1-hour cure time to determine desired results.
The Grout must be dry prior to applying Grout Colorant – the following document explains in detail the definition of the term “dry” as it relates to Colorant application.

Application Method:

USE CHEMICAL-RESISTANT GLOVES, such as nitrile, when handling product. Read entire label before using. SHAKE WELL before using. For new installations, Grout Colorant can be applied a minimum of 48 hours after grouting depending on jobsite conditions and ambient temperature. Grout joints must be clean, dry and free of existing sealers or coatings.

Prepare existing grout joints:

• MOST TILE & STONE: Use Aqua Mix® Cement Grout Haze Remover or Aqua Mix® Phosphoric Acid Substitute.
• ACID-SENSITIVE STONE OR SINGLE COMPONENT GROUT JOINTS: Use Aqua Mix® Heavy­Duty Tile & Grout Cleaner, Aqua Mix® Grout Deep Clean or Aqua Mix® Stone Deep Clean.
• EPOXY OR URETHANE GROUT JOINTS: Use Aqua Mix® Sealer & Coating Remover.
  If more than 1 bottle of a single color is to be used, mix the material together in a large container to ensure uniformity of color. Spread evenly using the Applicator Brush or toothbrush, working Grout Colorant into joint using a back-and-forth motion. Thin, even coats should be applied, limiting the amount of Grout Colorant that gets on the tile. If going from a dark to light grout color, more than 1 application may be necessary with a minimum 2-hours drying time between coats. After Grout Colorant has dried 1 or more hours (never more than 12 hours), lightly mist surface with water and let stand 5 minutes. Remove excess Grout Colorant from surface of tile using water and a white nylon scrub pad.
  For a more detailed application method:

Drying Time:

• Ready for surface traffic in 2 hours.
• Keep area dry for at least 24 hours.
• Avoid direct scrubbing on grout joints for 20 days to allow a full cure.

Cleaning of equipment:

Clean tools with water and soap before material dries