joint perfect                                                                                                          TILE FIXING
High performance, low stain, cementitious tile grout with hydro repell®
and mould stop® technologies
PRODUCT
joint perfect is a high performance cement-based
pre-mixed non-shrink grout, used for filling tile joints in wet
and dry areas.
Specific attributes:
- Highly stain resistant (even coffee, wine, ketchup, etc…)
                                                                                                                        HYDRO REPELL
- Anti-fungus with MOULD STOP Technology                                                          LOW STAIN             TECHNOLOGY
- Highly water resistant with HYDRO REPELL technology
- Anti-cracks (joints between 1.5 and 20 mm width)
- High abrasion resistance
joint perfect is easy to apply and can be cleaned easily.
It only needs to be mixed with water. joint perfect is                                           MOULD STOP
                                                                                                  TECHNOLOGY             ANTI CRACKS
available in a wide range of attractive colors (please consult
our color chart board).
SCOPE OF USE                                                      PACKAGING
joint perfect is suitable to fill joints from 1.5 to 20 mm        Leb    Syria   Jordan   UAE       Qatar     Kuwait     KSA     Oman
width, between ceramic tiles, marble and natural stones,           5 Kg   5 Kg     5 Kg    5 Kg      5 Kg       5 Kg      5 Kg     5 Kg
glass mosaics, earthenware (faience), porcelain, terracotta,
etc…
joint perfect can be used for internal and external
applications, including:
• Swimming-pools                                                  CHARACTERISTICS
• Balconies                                                       Mixing water                          1.15 to 1.25 L./ 5 kg bag
• Terraces                                                        Fresh density @ 23 ˚C                 1.8 ±0.15
• Wet areas                                                       Color                                 29 colors in the Near East
• Bathrooms, kitchens                                                                                   23 colors in the Gulf & KSA
• Stairs                                                          Pot Life                              45 min.
Expansion joints in walls and floors should be filled with an     Setting time (min) at 23 ˚C           45 min.
appropriate sealant like  jointseal PU or  seal PS              Service Temperature                   -20 ˚C to +70 ˚C
1000 PG/GG.                                                       VOC& formaldehyde content             None (<10µg/l)
  TEST RESULTS
  Test results as per EN 13888:2009                                           Results               Standard requirements for
                                                                                                       type CG class 2WA
  Flexural Strength as Per EN 12808-3:2002 (N/mm²)                           6 N/mm²                       >3.5 N/mm²
  Compressive Strength as per EN 12808-3:2002                              >15 N/mm²                       >15 N/mm²
  Water Absorption after 30 min as per EN 12808-5                               0.1 g                          <2g
  Water Absorption after 240 min as per EN 12808-5                             0.25 g                          <5g
  Shrinkage as per DIN EN 12808-4 at 28 days standard conditions           1.38 mm/m                       < 3 mm/m
  Abrasion Resistance as per EN 12808-2:2002 (mm³)                          ≤1000mm³                        ≤1000mm³
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joint perfect                                                                                                            TILE FIXING
APPLICABLE STANDARDS                                               Cleaning of joint surfaces
ANSI A118.7 (polymer modified cement grouts)                       Allow the grout to dry (10 or 20 minutes depending on the
EN 13888:2009                                                      weather condition) before starting the cleaning process,
Classification according to EN 13888: CG2 WA                       remove surplus with a damp sponge moving diagonally to
                                                                   prevent removal of grout within the joints. Rinse the sponge
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE                                               frequently using two water containers, one to remove the
PRECAUTIONS                                                        grouts residue and the other one to clean the sponge. Avoid
Before grouting with weber.joint perfect, make sure that the       excess of water while cleaning to prevent discoloration of
adhesive has completely dried; it will depend on site and          joints. When dry, polish the tiles with a clean, dry cloth.
weather conditions.                                                Do not spray water under high pressure and avoid using any
- 24 hours minimum after standard tile adhesives application       chemical cleaning agent on the grout until 3 days after the
  (col flex, col plus, col fix, etc...)                         application
- 4 hours minimum after fast-setting tile adhesives application
  (col fast, col F1, col flex FS)                               CURING
- 14 days minimum after tiling with traditional "site-mix"         In case of hot or windy conditions, it is recommended to
  mortar on floors (minimum 3 days for walls)                      dampen the joint a few hours after application of joint
- Some tiles with a matt or porous texture are prone to            perfect, it improves its final performance.
  surface staining when coloured grouts are used. It is
  recommended to check that no stain will occur by testing         RECOMMENDATION
  on small surface before starting the whole job.                  In external application, protect the worked area from rain
                                                                   and freezing for 72 hours.
SURFACE PREPARATION                                                In internal application avoid water immersion for 72 hours.
The grooves between all external and internal ceramic
surfaces to be grouted must be sound and thoroughly                CLEANING
cleaned before the application of the product. All traces of oil   Clean the tools with water after use. Cured materials can
or grease must be removed. All loose particles of mortar or        only be removed mechanically.
tile adhesive in the groove must be physically removed.
Joints should be emptied to at least 2/3 of the tile thickness.
Before grouting make sure that tiles are set and that the
                                                                   CONSUMPTION
                                                                   Examples of consumption (in kg/m2):
adhesive had completely dried. joints width should be from
1.5 mm to 20 mm.                                                     Tile size
                                                                                              Joint width
                                                                       (cm)
                                                                                                 (mm)        2      4        6      10
PRODUCT PREPARATION                                                              2.5 x 2.5*                 2.30     -        -      -
Mix 5 kg of joint perfect with 1.15 to 1.25 Lit. of clean cool                   15 x 15                   0.38   0.77     1.15   1.92
water by adding the powder over the water gradually.                             30 x 30                    0.19   0.38    0.58    0.96
The amount of mixing water must be respected to avoid                            60 x 60                    0.10   0.19    0.29    0.48
efflorescence over the surface of the grout. An electric mixer
                                                                   Indicative consumptions calculated with a tile thickness of
with low rotation speed (< 300 rpm) should be used. Mix for
                                                                   8mm
about 3 to 5 minutes until a uniform lump free paste is
                                                                   * In the case of mosaics with a size of 2.5 x 2.5 cm, the tile
obtained. Let the paste rest for a few minutes before starting
                                                                     thickness of 5mm was used to calculate the consumption.
the application.
                                                                   These values only give an indication about the grout
                                                                   consumption
PRODUCT APPLICATION
                                                                   The real product consumption can differ depending on site
Apply joint perfect with a rubber spatula into the joints
                                                                   conditions and wastage when grouting.
diagonally by filling all the gaps, make sure that the product
is well compacted with no voids. Use the product within a
                                                                   This formula does not include application wastage
maximum of 45 min (depending on temperature) after
mixing.
                                                                   TILE GROUT CONSUMPTION FORMULA:
                                                                   C = 0.18 x E x H x [(L + W) / (L x W)]
                                                                   C : Consumption (kg/m²)
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joint perfect                                                          TILE FIXING
E : Joint Width (mm)
H : Tile Thickness (mm)
L : Tile Length (cm)
W : Tile Width (cm)
STORAGE
joint perfect can be stored for 2 years in its original
packaging, stored away from extreme temperatures and in
dry conditions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The product contains cement powders which, when mixed
with water, release alkalis that could be harmful to the skin. It
is preferable that the application be done in a ventilated
area, and to wear protective gear for hands, eyes and
respiratory system and to avoid breathing of the dust.
Splashes on the skin should be washed away by cleaning
thoroughly with soap and water. In case of contact with
eyes, wash thoroughly with clean water and seek medical
attention. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting and seek
medical attention. The product is non-flammable.
DISCLAIMER
While the company guarantees its products against defective
materials, the use and application of these products are
made without guarantee since the conditions of their application
are beyond its control. It is recommended to verify with the
company that the product is suitable for the intended use,
and that this Data Sheet version is the latest one. The company
may modify it without prior notice. Technical characteristics
are listed for guidance only. For more information, please
contact the company’s office in your location.
NOTE
The information included on this Technical Data Sheet is the
sole property of SODAMCO Holding. The unauthorized disclosure,
use, dissemination or copying (either whole or partial) of this
data sheet or any information it contains, is prohibited and
subject to legal pursuit.
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