MAGROUT TG2 Epoxy Tile Grout User Manual

: June 17, 2024
: MAGROUT

Table of Contents

Preface
Step 1: Ready the floor
Step 2: Ready the cartridge
Step 3: Do the grout
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Dual-CartridgeTypeofEpoxyTileGrout
Model:TG2

Preface

There is a saying in the engineering industry that “to get a perfect outcome, materials account for 30% and construction 70%”. Tile grout work is no exception. If the construction is not done well, no matter how good the materials are, it is difficult to get good results.
If you are a DlYer, then you are trying to unlock a new craft and do a work which is only applied by a professional technician before. The right procedure could lead the perfect outcome. It is strongly advised to read this manual thoroughly before kick-off.
Important:

For joint width: 1/16” – 3/8”.
Storage and operation temperature 40°F – 95°F.
In cold weather, the grout may become too viscous to be squeezed out. Put the cartridges into warm water (around 140 °F) or a heating bag (if warm water is not available or convenient to get) for 10 minutes to soften the material before use.
Each new cartridge needs a new mixing nozzle. Any used mixing nozzle is prohibited to match a new cartridge.
Always keep out of reach of children.

Approximate ft2 coverage per unit (13.5 fl oz)

| Joint Width
---|---
Tile Size| 1/16″| 1/8″| 3/16″| 1/4″| 3/8″
1x1x1/4″| 5.6| 2.8| 2.0| 1.6| 1.2
2x2x1/4″| 10.9| 5.6| 3.8| 2.8| 2.0
6x6x1/4″| 32.6| 16.4| 10.9| 8.3| 5.6
8x8x3/8″| 28.9| 14.5| 9.7| 7.4| 4.9
12x12x3/8″| 43.4| 21.7| 14.5| 10.9| 7.4
18x18x3/8″| 64.9| 32.5| 21.7| 16.3| 10.9
24x6x3/8″| 34.6| 17.4| 11.6| 8.7| 5.8
24x12x3/8″| 57.8| 28.9| 19.3| 14.5| 9.7

Note: Loss of material is not taken into account.
e.g. for a floor area of 100 ft2, the tile size of 8×8×3/8″, the joint width of 1/8″, then 7 units (100/14.5) is good.

Step 1: Ready the floor

A good preparation makes a half success. It’s very important to clean the tile joints thoroughly before the grout work. Use the hook, knife or scraper to clean up the mud, sand and spacers in the gaps. Wet wipe and vacuum the tile surface.
Spread the cleaning paste (working as grout release agent) smoothly and lightly over the tile joint horizontal surface (Note: DO NOT spread into the joints, otherwise it may affect the bonding of the grout). It facilitates the clean up of the cured residual grout material. It is a must for any rough, not smooth surface tile.

Step 2: Ready the cartridge

Take off the cap and replace it with the mix nozzle. Cut the nozzle outlet to meet the joint width. A vertical cut is advised.
Prepare the caulking gun correctly as this picture shows before putting the cartridge in. One thumb presses the spring plate. Meanwhile the other hand pulls backwards the propelling rod. Don’t press the trigger at this time.
Install the cartridge into the caulking gun. Make sure to lock the slot of the cartridge onto the rail of the gun, as this picture shows. It’s important.
Press the trigger to squeeze the grout out to get rid of the initial 12 inch material, which is not mixed evenly and not advised to grout the joint.
Always press the spring plate when you want to stop the grout flowing out.

Step 3: Do the grout

Match the nozzle to the tile joint. Press the trigger. Move the gun slowly and steadily to squeeze the grout into the joints.
Use the metal ball or metal plate to press the grout every 10 minutes before it becomes too viscous to work on. Wear the gloves during this process to avoid hand touching the material. If any voids or vacant areas are spotted, use the grout material on the ball or on the surface to refill.
Use tissue, unwanted cloth or towel to clean the metal ball or plate after each press.
If there is grout material remained in the cartridge and you may use it afterward, keep the nozzle connected. Next time just replace a new nozzle to use.
Leave the site as it is after the grout lines are pressed and formed, until the material cures. Do not use water to scrub the excess which is not water cleanable. It normally takes around 4 hours in hot and dry weather for the material to cure. You can touch and feel its hardening. After it cures, scrape the grout residue, clean the floor and the work is completed.