Grout for tile joints in bathroom

Although the bathroom is usually not differ too much space, repair it is possible to name rather consuming process.One of the stages of work - it is lining the walls and floor tiles, which is best suited for finishing the interior surfaces with high humidity.

However, in order to finish was durable and tile does not start to fall off some months later, few will choose the right glue and produce a clutch in accordance with the requirements of technology. No any case, we can not allow the ingress of moisture into the joints between the installed tiles.The penetration of water and steam under a finishing material threatens that underneath will begin to develop a fungus that will impress not only the tile adhesive, and wall and by a microflora is very difficult to get rid of completely, especially if it penetrates deep into the substrate material.From excessive moisture syreet adhesive composition losing its original quality, and lining may

start to fly off.In addition, the surface gently with embedded joints between the tiles will look much more advantageous than the gaps left empty or filled their ordinary cement mortar.

Grout for tile joints in the bathroom chosen by adhesive reliability and its ability to withstand the aggressive wet environment with temperature changes.And, of course, in color and structural composition of the mixture.

Leading manufacturers of such finishing materials

first thing that interested buyers when choosing any finishing materials - is their manufacturer, as products must pass the test of time.This is absolutely correct, because by acquiring part, made a proven company that has won credibility in the market, you can be sure that the specifications indicated on the package, fully comply with its content.

the Russian market of finishing materials their products is quite a lot of companies, but the most popular and well- known are a few of them:

• «Knauf» - grout manufacturer of cement-based .
• «Ceresit» - produces one- and two-component grouting, a mixture of cement and silicone-based .
• « Atlas, - manufacturer of two-component epoxy and cement mixtures .
• «Weber Vetonit » - manufactures cement grout .
• «Kiilto» - manufacturer mixtures based on cement and support structures for them .
• «Unis» - also produce a cement mixture.

Features grouts for ceramic tiles from leading manufacturers

Products Company «Knauf»

«Knauf» - German company, which is popular for its quality of construction productsnot only in Russia - at her well-deserved prestige in many countries in Europe and the world.

filler for joints Company «Knauf» has the name «Knauf Fugenbunt".It is produced on the basis of cement and is used for internal and external works.

Such grout sealed seams width to 6 m m m ezhdu tiles, laid on the walls and on the floor.For applications in areas where there may be linear deformation of surfaces due to changes in temperature, for example, heated floors, balconies, terraces and bathrooms, it is recommended to mix the dry mixture with the addition of "Knauf Fugen-Elast".

Application of grouting possible only at temperatures below 8 ÷ 10 degrees, after drying glue, on which is laid tile.

«Knauf Fugenbunt" has a high elasticity and reliable adhesion to surfaces, so with the use of this mixture of work will go quickly and easily.

main characteristics of the material:

	Criteria Evaluation indicators
Colours	15 shades of pastel colors.
Water resistance	High
basic substance	Cement
Filler	Limestone
size fractions of dry mixture	Maximum 0,25 ÷ 0,3 mm
Operating Temperature	Minimum 8 ÷ 10 degrees during the grout work and 48 hours after its completion.
temperature of the water in the manufacture of the solution.	not more than 30 degrees.
Prepared mortar usage time	One hour.
curing time	Cleaning tiles is carried out after 20 ÷ 30 minutes, complete hardening occurs after 48 hours.
solution consumption	0,7 ÷ 1,2 kg / m², depending on the thickness and size of the tiles and the joint width.
fluid flow when mixing.	7,5 l of water per 25 kg of dry mixture;4,5 l "Knauf Fugen-Elast" 15 kg.
Possible joint width	2 ÷ 6 mm
	Packaging Paper Bag 5 or 10 kg
shelf life of the dry mixture	12 months in undamaged packaging.

Trowels materials companies «Ceresit»

«Ceresit» - this is one of the oldest companies in Europe, focused on the manufacture of a wide variety of mortars.Founded in 1876 in Germany, it has been successful to this day, extending its representation and opening manufacturing facilities around the world.

As mentioned above, the company «Ceresit» produces aggregates, cement joints and silicone based.

«Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic»

This trowel mix designed for outdoor and indoor applications.It is made on the basis of cement with mineral fillers and polymer, and is ideal for rooms with high humidity, even for showers and pools - when used it in combination with a silicone grout, which is used for grouting joints on planes.

composition has a pronounced hydrophobic properties and enhanced antifungal effect.The mixture may be applied in the joint width 10 mm.

Grout «Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic» elastic, easily and accurately fills joints during solidification is resistant to dirt, easy to clean, frost resistant and environmentally safe.

dry mixture is diluted with water having a temperature of not lower than 18 ÷ 20 degrees, and is mixed as dry materials, and most of by-mixer nozzle.If you made a small amount of grout, you can use for mixing spatula - important to obtain a homogeneous mass, and had no lumps.

Ready solution should be used within a 120- five minutes after it is shut.for grouting works can only be carried out at a temperature no lower than 10 degrees Celsius, while the dried adhesive composition under the tile.

Features in grout «Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic» following:

Evaluation Criteria	Indicators
Colours	30 different tone colors, which are shown in the table presented above.
Water resistance	High
basic substance	Cement
Filler	Mineral and polymer modifiers
size fractions of dry mixture	Maximum 0,2 ÷ 0,25 mm
Operating temperature	5 ÷ 20 degrees during the grout work and 48 hours after its completion.
temperature of the water in the manufacture of the solution.	not more than 20 degrees.
Prepared mortar usage time	two hours.
curing time	Cleaning tiles is carried out after 20 ÷ 30 minutes, complete hardening occurs after 48 hours.
solution consumption	0,5 ÷ 1,0 kg / m², depending on the thickness and size of the tiles and the joint width.
fluid flow when mixing.	0,32 ÷ 0,33 liters per 1 kg of dry mixture or 0,6 ÷ 0,64 l to 2 kg of dry mix
Possible joint width	2-6 mm
Packaging	Polymerbucket 2 kg
shelf life of the dry mixture	24 months in original, unopened and undamaged packaging.
Achieving full hydrophobicity.	After 7 days.

«Ceresit CE 33 Super»

This type of grout used to seal narrow joints - up to 5 mm.If seams wider, it is necessary to apply the grout already mentioned «Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic» or «Ceresit CE 35 Super».

joint filler has excellent hydrophobic properties and is suitable for use in the bathroom, showers or baths.It is cold-resistant and easily withstands temperature extremes - can be operated at lower them to - 50 and increasing to 70 degrees.

mixture has his part of anti-fungal additives, suitable for indoors and outdoors, during solidification has a smooth surface.At the junction of the walls and the floor is recommended to use this composition in combination with a silicone grout «Ceresit CS 25» , the characteristics of which are presented below.

Key Features «Ceresit CE 33 Super»:

Evaluation Criteria	Indicators
Colours	26 different tone colorswhich are shown in the table presented above.
Water resistance	High
basic substance	Cement
Filler	Mineral and polymer modifiers
size fractions of dry mixture	Maximum 0,1 ÷ 0,15 mm
Operating temperature	5 ÷ 30 degrees during the grout work and 48 hours after its completion.
temperature of the water in the manufacture of the solution.	not more than 20 degrees.
Prepared mortar usage time	One hour.
curing time	Cleaning tiles is carried out after 20 ÷ 30 minutes, complete hardening occurs after 48 hours.
solution consumption	0,5 ÷ 0,7 kg / m², depending on the thickness and size of the tiles and the joint width.
fluid flow when mixing.	0,32 ÷ 0,33 liters per 1 kg of dry mixture or 0,6 ÷ 0,64 l to 2 kg of dry mix
Possible joint width	not more than 5 mm
	Packaging Paperpackage weight of 2.5 to 25 kg.
shelf life of the dry mixture	12 months in undamaged packaging
Achieving full hydrophobicity.	After 7 days.

«Ceresit CS 25»

This type of joint filler is made of silicone-based.In fact - this grout sealant, which is great for sealing joints between tiles, laid on the interface space bathrooms, baths, showers and etc .

operating temperature of the material varies from - 40 to 120 degrees. This type of grout is made in colors, presented 16th shades:

№ color	Colours	№ color	Colours
	Transparent	43	Bahamas
1	White	46	Caramel
7	Grey	49	Brick
16	Graphite	55	Light brown
25	Sahara	58	Dark brown
28	Peach	64	Mint
31	Rosa	79	Crocus
40	Jasmine	82	Blue

«Ceresit CS 25» - this one-component silicone grout with an acid curing.It is elastic and waterproof, has antifungal effect and resistance to UV radiation, so it can be used not only in the performance of internal, but also for outdoor use.

composition has impeccable adhesion, including porcelain, ceramic, glass, enamel and porcelain surface.However, it is important to know that this is bad grout adheres to asphalt, rubber, Teflon, tar, polyethylene and oily surfaces, so before its application need to check tiled floor in the fat content, and, if necessary, to carry out degreasing with an organic solvent.

material comprises fungicides and during solidification allocates acetic acid, therefore not suitable for sealing the walls of tanks, surfaces in contact with drinking water and food as well as limestone, marble and corrosive metals such as lead, zinc, iron and copper.

Key Features:

Evaluation Criteria	Indicators
Colours	16 different tone colors that are shown in the table presented above.
Water resistance	High
basic substance	liquid silicone rubber
	Filler Curing Agent (atsetoksisilan)
Operating temperature	from +5 to +40 degrees
Prepared mortar usage time	One hour.
curing time	Creating a surface film - 15 minutes.The thickness of 3 mm -24 hours.
consumption	solution of 25 to 150 ml / p. M. The seam.
fluid flow when mixing.	0,32 ÷ 0,33 liters per 1 kg of dry mixture or 0,6 ÷ 0,64 l to 2 kg of dry mix
Possible joint width	5 to 30 mm
Packaging	Polymeric cartridge capacity of 280 t.