Installation Guide

Plus SB Stone & Porcelain Tile Sealer. Follow the
directions provided in the UltraCare Maintenance Guide.
• Do not use when a highly chemical-, impact- and stain-
resistant grout is required or in heavy industrial tile
installations. Instead, use an appropriate MAPEI epoxy
grout (see the respective Technical Data Sheet [TDS]
for details).
• When grouting in temperatures above 80°F (26°C), see
the Technical Bulletins at www.mapei.com or consult
MAPEI’s Technical Services Department.
Consult MAPEI’s Technical Services Department for installation
recommendations regarding substrates and conditions not listed.
SURFACE PREPARATION
• Certain tiles with high absorption, surface porosity
or rough surfaces may require sealing before grouting
to prevent permanent staining.
• The application of a grout release over certain types
of porcelain or textured surface tiles or stone may be
advantageous where a fine surface porosity might trap
fine particles or color pigments. Seek the advice of the
tile or stone manufacturer and site-test (mock up) on
separate samples before grouting.
• Caution: Some types of glass, glazed ceramic tiles,
marble, granite and marble agglomerates can be
permanently stained, scratched, dulled or damaged
when grouted with pigmented grout or sanded grout
formulas. Generally, lighter-shade grout is best suited for
grouting white or light-colored marble or granite. Take
all the necessary precautions to ensure that the marble,
granite or tiles are compatible with colored grouts.
Check the tile or marble manufacturer’s literature and
test grout on a separate sample area before grouting
to determine the suitability of the product with colored
and/or sanded grouts.
• Before grouting, make sure that the tiles or stones are
firmly set and that the adhesive or mortar is completely
dry.
• Remove all spacers, pegs, ropes and strings.
• Grout joints must be clean and free of standing water,
dust, dirt and foreign matter. Remove excess adhesive
or mortar from the joint area so that 2/3 of the depth
of the tile is left available for grouting.
• Clean the tile or stone surface thoroughly to remove
dust, dirt and other contaminants that may cause grout
discoloration.
See MAPEI’s “Surface Preparation Requirements” document
in the Reference & Installation Guides section of the Tile &
Stone Installations Systems page on MAPEI’s Website.
MIXING
Choose all appropriate safety equipment before use. Refer
to the Safety Data Sheet for details.
1. For best results, have the same person mix all of the
grout. Consistent mixing techniques will promote more
uniform results.
2. Before mixing the grout with water, dry-blend the
product to avoid color variations in the finished grout,
which may arise from pigment settling during shipment.
If two or more bags are to be used, all of the contents
should be dry-blended together.
3. Mix Ultracolor Plus FA with cool, clean water only. Do
not mix with grout additives. Mix by using the following
water-to-grout proportions:
Water Ultracolor Plus FA powder
1 to 1.1 U.S. qts.
(0,95 to 1,04 L) 10 lbs. (4,54 kg)
2.6 to 2.8 U.S. qts.
(2,46 to 2,65 L) 25 lbs. (11,3 kg)
4. Pour the required measured amount of clean, cool
water into a clean mixing container. Gradually add
the proportionate amount of Ultracolor Plus FA while
slowly mixing. To avoid shade variation of the finished
joint, always add the powder to the water while being
consistent in the mixing process and the quantity of
water used from batch to batch.
5. Mix thoroughly with a low-speed mixer (at about 350 rpm)
for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until obtaining a smooth, creamy,
homogenous paste consistency and a uniform shading
of the colored grout.
6. Avoid air entrapment from prolonged mixing, which will
shorten the pot life.
7. Allow the grout to sit (“slake”) in the container for about
2 to 3 minutes.
8. Remix for about 30 seconds without adding more liquid
or powder.
9. Wash tools immediately with fresh water.
PRODUCT APPLICATION
Read all installation instructions thoroughly before installation.
1. Use only at temperatures between 50°F and 100°F
(10°C and 38°C). With temperatures above 85°F (29°C),
use cold water to mix the powder.
2. Using consistent application and cleaning procedures
will produce consistent results.
3. To aid in spreading the grout, slightly moisten the
tile or stone surface with a damp sponge just before
application. Do not flood the tiles or allow water to
stand in the ungrouted joint areas.
4. Force Ultracolor Plus FA into the joints with a rubber
grout float. Make sure all joints are well-compacted
and free of voids and gaps.
5. Remove excess grout from the tile surface, moving the
grout float diagonally to the joints while the Ultracolor
Plus FA is still fresh.
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