Technical Specifications

Product Data
Power Grout
®
1. PRODUCT NAME
TEC
®
Power Grout
®
(550)
2. MANUFACTURER
H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc.
1105 South Frontenac Street
Aurora, IL 60504-6451 U.S.A.
800.552.6225 Office
800.832.9023 Technical Support
800.952.2368 Fax
tecspecialty.com
3. DESCRIPTION
Power Grout
®
is a unique breakthrough in grout technology. It maximizes
performance while providing ease of use. Its unique formulation is stain proof* and
provides strong, color consistent joints free of efflorescence that is resistant to
shrinking and cracking.
Power Grout
®
provides excellent performance in virtually any environment, including
high traffic and wet conditions, and in residential and commercial applications.
Key Features and Benefits
• Stain proof* - never needs sealing
• Color uniformity and zero efflorescence
• Fast setting; open to traffic in 4 hours
• For grout joints from
1
/
16
" to
1
/
2
" wide (1.6 mm to 12 mm)
• Residential to Extra Heavy Commercial Applications
• Crack and shrink resistant
• Exceeds ANSI A118.7 specifications
• Interior/exterior use
• Mold and mildew resistant
• Contributes to LEED
®
project points
• Zero VOC
*Power Grout
®
is stain proof to most common water based stains when cleaned immediately. The prolonged exposure of
any stain will increase the likelihood of permanent staining or discoloration of grout surface.
Packaging
25 lb. plastic bags (11.34 kg)
10 lb. plastic bags (4.54 kg)
7 lb. plastic bags (3.18 kg)
Color
Available in 32* colors. Contact H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc. ("HBF-CP") for
a current color selection card.
* In 10 lb. and 25 lb. packaging only. Twenty-seven colors are available in the 7 lb. bag.
Substrate Preparation
Proper preparation of the tile and joint surfaces is important and will help promote a
quality installation. The joints between the tiles should be free from foreign materials,
and be at least
2
⁄
3
of the thickness of the tile in depth. High ridges of adhesive or
mortar should be raked out. Any spacers used should be removed. Tiles should be
held firmly in place according to manufacturer’s instructions before grouting.
Due to rough surface texture or high porosity, some tiles require sealing prior to
grouting. Consult the tile manufacturer’s/fabricator’s literature for advice regarding
this point. For removing any remaining grout residue, use a grout haze remover.
Notes: Power Grout
®
never needs sealing, however, if the tile or stone is to be sealed
after grout is installed, use a compatible solvent based sealer. Test a small
area of the tile/stone and grout to ensure you achieve the desired results.
If a water-based sealer is required, consult Technical Support for a list of
approved sealers or pre-seal the tile/stone. When pre-sealing, do not apply
sealer to tile/stone edges as this may prevent proper grout bond.
May scratch polished marble, polished porcelain, glass and/or metal tile or
glazed tiles. Follow tile manufacturer/ fabricator recommendations or test a
small area prior to use to determine suitability.
For industrial and commercial installations where chemical resistance is
required, use TEC
®
AccuColor EFX
®
Epoxy Grout and Mortar in accordance
with ANSI A118.3 recommendations.
Coverage
Figures shown in the chart are presented only as guidelines.
Approximate Coverage per Pound
Tile Size
Joint Width
1
⁄
16
"
1
⁄
8
"
1
⁄
4
"
3
⁄
8
"
1
⁄
2
"
1" x 1" x
1
⁄
4
" 3.70 s.f. 2.04 s.f.
2" x 2" x
1
⁄
4
" 7.14 s.f. 3.83 s.f.
4" x 4" x
1
⁄
2
" 7.14 s.f. 3.64 s.f. 1.88 s.f. 1.30 s.f. 1.01 s.f.
4" x 8" x
1
⁄
2
" 10.0 s.f. 4.86 s.f. 2.48 s.f. 1.69 s.f. 1.30 s.f.
6" x 6" x
1
⁄
2
" 11.11 s.f. 5.46 s.f. 2.73 s.f. 1.92 s.f. 1.44 s.f.
8" x 8" x
5
⁄
16
" 25.0 s.f. 11.66 s.f. 5.83 s.f. 3.89 s.f. 2.91 s.f.
8" x 8" x
1
⁄
2
" 14.29 s.f. 7.29 s.f. 3.64 s.f. 2.43 s.f. 1.82 s.f.
10" x 10" x
5
⁄
16
" 29.00 s.f. 14.57 s.f. 7.29 s.f. 4.86 s.f. 3.64 s.f.
12" x 12" x
5
⁄
16
" 35.00 s.f. 17.49 s.f. 8.74 s.f. 5.83 s.f. 4.37 s.f.
16" x 16" x
5
⁄
16
" 46.5 s.f. 21.86 s.f. 10.93 s.f. 7.29 s.f. 5.46 s.f.
18" x 18" x
5
⁄
16
" 51.00 s.f. 24.98 s.f. 12.49 s.f. 8.33 s.f. 6.25 s.f.
24" x 24" x
5
⁄
16
" 100.00 s.f. 34.97 s.f. 17.49 s.f. 11.66 s.f. 8.74 s.f.
Approximate Coverage per Kilogram
Tile Size
Joint Width
1.6 mm
(
1
⁄
16
")
3 mm
(
1
⁄
8
")
6 mm
(
1
⁄
4
")
9 mm
(
3
⁄
8
")
12 mm
(
1
⁄
2
")
25 x 25 x 6 mm
1" x 1" x
1
⁄
4
"
0.76 m
2
8.17 s.f.
0.42 m
2
4.50 s.f.
50 x 50 x 6 mm
2" x 2" x
1
⁄
4
"
1.47 m
2
15.81 s.f.
0.78 m
2
8.44 s.f.
100 x 100 x 12 mm
4" x 4" x
1
⁄
2
"
1.47 m
2
15.81 s.f.
0.75 m
2
8.02 s.f.
0.38 m
2
4.14 s.f.
0.27 m
2
2.87 s.f.
0.21 m
2
2.23 s.f.
100 x 200 x 12 mm
4" x 8" x
1
⁄
2
"
2.05 m
2
22.04 s.f.
1.00 m
2
10.71 s.f.
0.51 m
2
5.47 s.f.
0.35 m
2
3.73 s.f.
0.27 m
2
2.87 s.f.
150 x 150 x 12 mm
6" x 6" x
1
⁄
2
"
2.28 m
2
24.52 s.f.
1.12 m
2
12.04 s.f.
0.56 m
2
6.02 s.f.
0.39 m
2
4.23 s.f.
0.29 m
2
3.17 s.f.
200 x 200 x 8 mm
8" x 8" x
5
⁄
16
"
5.13 m
2
55.16 s.f.
2.39 m
2
25.71 s.f.
1.19 m
2
12.85 s.f.
0.80 m
2
8.58 s.f.
0.60 m
2
6.42 s.f.
200 x 200 x 12 mm
8" x 8" x
1
⁄
2
"
2.92 m
2
31.40 s.f.
1.49 m
2
16.07 s.f.
0.75 m
2
8.02 s.f.
0.50 m
2
5.36 s.f.
0.37 m
2
4.01 s.f.
250 x 250 x 8 mm
10" x 10" x
5
⁄
16
"
5.93 m
2
63.87 s.f.
2.99 m
2
32.12 s.f.
1.49 m
2
16.07 s.f.
1.00 m
2
10.71 s.f.
0.75 m
2
8.02 s.f.
300 x 300 x 8 mm
12" x 12" x
5
⁄
16
"
7.16 m
2
77.09 s.f.
3.58 m
2
38.56 s.f.
1.79 m
2
19.27 s.f.
1.19 m
2
12.85 s.f.
0.89 m
2
9.63 s.f.
400 x 400 x 8 mm
16" x 16" x
5
⁄
16
"
9.51 m
2
102.42 s.f.
4.48 m
2
48.19 s.f.
2.24 m
2
24.10 s.f.
1.49 m
2
16.07 s.f.
1.12 m
2
12.04 s.f.
450 x 450 x 8 mm
18" x 18" x
5
⁄
16
"
10.43 m
2
112.33 s.f.
5.12 m
2
55.07 s.f.
2.56 m
2
27.54 s.f.
1.71 m
2
18.36 s.f.
1.28 m
2
13.78 s.f.
600 x 600 x 8 mm
24" x 24" x
5
⁄
16
"
20.51 m
2
220.54 s.f.
7.16 m
2
77.09 s.f.
3.58 m
2
38.56 s.f.
2.39 m
2
25.71 s.f.
1.79 m
2
19.27 s.f.
Storage
Store in cool, dry location. Do not store open containers.
Shelf Life
Maximum of 18 months from date of manufacture in unopened package.
Limitations
• Jobsite and grout temperature should be 50º-80ºF (10º-27ºC) for optimal
installation.
• Do not install during temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Cautions
Read complete cautionary information printed on product container prior to use. For
medical emergency information, call 1-888-853-1758.
This Product Data Sheet has been prepared in good faith on the basis of information
available at the time of publication. It is intended to provide users with information
about and guidelines for the proper use and application of the covered TEC
®
brand
product(s) under normal environmental and working conditions. Because each project