Ardex Flex FL Coloured Tile Grout (10kg)

Ardex Flex FL Tile Grout is a rapid setting flexible cement based tile grout, perfect for application on both walls and floors. Ardex FL Tile Grout is suitable for grouting joints from 3mm to 15mm wide. It can be used with porcelain, ceramic, non-moisture sensitive natural stone and quarry tiles, as well as extruded tiles and glass block-work.

The freshly applied grout mortar can receive foot traffic after 90 minutes at 20ºC. Once hardened, Ardex FL Tile Grout is weather resistant, unaffected by water, and can be used for internal and external tiling in dry and wet locations, including swimming pools with non-aggressive water conditions.

Ardex FL Tile Grout is formulated to blend to a uniform colour, ensuring a consistent, streak-free finish, and it is suitable for commercial and domestic locations including swimming pools, showers and kitchens. Some of the most popular colours are also available in Ardex ST Silicone for a perfect colour match.

Features of Ardex-Flex FL Tile Grout

DESCRIPTION

ARDEX-FLEX FL is a rapid setting cementbased grouting compound with excellent flexible and water repellent properties, without the need to add a separate admix.

Available in 2.5kg, 5kg and 10kg: Dove Grey, Stormy Mist, Black, Ocean Grey, Cast Iron.

Available in 2.5kg and 10kg: Silver Shimmer, Spring Jasmine, Natural Almond, Slate Grey, Fresh Snowdrop, Floating Driftwood, Gentle Dawn, Brilliant White, Antique Ivory, Classic Vanilla, Gentle Blush, Stone Beach, Organic Earth, Winter White, Grey Dusk, Barley Sugar, Blossom White, Woodland Taupe, Wild Mushroom, Coffee Bean, Weathered Ash, Pebble Drift, Ground Cocoa, Burnt Orange, Oyster Pink, Fresh Magnolia, Autumn Red, Spring Green, Summer Yellow, Pecan Syrup.

USE

The BS EN classification for ARDEX-FLEX FL is CG2 WA, an “improved cementitious grout with additional characteristics of reduced water absorption and high abrasion resistance”.

ARDEX-FLEX FL is suitable for grouting joints from 3mm to 15mm wide, between porcelain, ceramic, non-moisture sensitive natural stone and quarry tiles, as well as extruded tiles and glass blockwork.

The hardened grout is weather resistant, unaffected by water and can be used for internal and external tiling in dry and wet locations, including swimming pools with non-aggressive water conditions.

ARDEX-FLEX FL can be applied to both wall and floor tile joints. The freshly applied grout mortar can receive foot traffic after 90 minutes at 20ºC.

Where chemical spillages or corrosive liquids are likely to be in contact with the tile joints, use either ARDEX WA Epoxide Adhesive and Grout or ARDEX EG 18 PLUS Epoxide Grout.

PREPARATION

Ensure the tiles are firmly fixed and the joints are clean and free of dust, excess adhesive or bedding mortar etc.

MIX PROPORTIONS

The mix proportions by volume are approximately:-

1 part water : 4 parts ARDEX-FLEX FL powder.

A 10kg bag of ARDEX-FLEX FL requires approximately 2 litres of water.

A 5kg bag requires approximately 1 litre of water.

A 2.5kg bag requires approximately 0.5 litres of water.>/p>

MIXING

Add the ARDEX-FLEX FL powder to the required amount of clean water in a clean container, whilst stirring thoroughly until a creamy, easily worked mortar is obtained. The mortar can be adjusted to a thicker consistency when grouting wall tiles with joints wider than 10mm.

The mixed grout has a working time of approximately 30 minutes at 20°C. Higher temperatures will shorten and lower temperatures will extend the working time.

APPLICATION

Using a rubber squeegee or rubber backed trowel, work the grout thoroughly into the joints, ensuring that they are completely filled. Excess grout should be removed as work proceeds, any residues left on the tile face can be removed by wiping off with a damp sponge, up to 30 minutes after application. If an area is left for more than 30 minutes prior to cleaning,the grout residues may require moistening in order to make wiping off easier. The use of a fine mist from a suitable spray bottle will help in emulsifying the grout residues on the tile surface. Any dry film left remaining on the tile surface after cleaning can easily be removed by polishing off with a dry cloth when the grout has hardened in the joints. Apply at temperatures above 5°C.

NOTE: Some ceramic, vitrified, porcelain and natural stone tiles, or tiles with textured, matt glazed or porous surfaces, may be susceptible to surface discolouration during grouting. A trial application should be carried out to ascertain if discolouration is likely.

For natural stone that may be susceptible to water staining, ARDEX MG Rapid Drying Marble and Natural Stone Grout should be considered. Where necessary, particularly when using intense grout colours, apply a protective treatment to the tile face to ensure the grout is not retained in the surface porosity/texture of the tile. Guidance on the application of coloured grouts can be found in clause 7.3.3 of BS 5385-1: 2018. If in any doubt, please contact the tile manufacturer or distributor for information and advice.

PACKAGING

ARDEX-FLEX FL is packed in paper sacks incorporating a polyethylene liner - net weight 2.5kg, 5kg or 10kg.

STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE

ARDEX-FLEX FL must be stored in unopened packaging, clear of the ground, in cool dry conditions and be protected from excessive draught. If stored correctly, as detailed above, the shelf life of this product is 12 months from the date shown on the packaging.

NOTE: For the latest technical or health and safety information on this product, consult the current technical or health and safety datasheet online at www.ardex.co.uk

DISPOSAL

Dispose of waste and residue in accordance with local authority guidelines. For further information, consult the relevant Health and Safety Datasheet.

NOTE: Where acid based cleaning products are to be used on the hardened grout, we recommend that the product is first tested on the wetted grout before application, to ascertain the resistance of the colour/grout. Thorough rinsing off is required to remove any residues of the acidic cleaner to prevent discolouration/damage to the grouted joint.

*Due to the production process all colours are approximate. Grout colours may vary when dry, depending on the type of tile installed, substrate and installation conditions.

For soft glazed tiles prone to scratching, ARDEX-FLEX FS grout should be considered

COVERAGE

This will depend upon the tile size, joint width and depth and the Grout Coverage Figure, which for ARDEX-FLEX FL is 1.75. Use the following to estimate the approximate grout requirements for square or rectangular tiles:-

Stage (all measurements in mm).

1. 1. ADD length and breadth of tile together.
2. 2. MULTIPLY result by joint width.
3. 3. MULTIPLY result by joint depth.
4. 4. MULTIPLY result by Grout Coverage Figure (i.e. for ARDEX-FLEX FL, this is 1.75).
5. 5. DIVIDE result by length of tile.
6. 6. DIVIDE result by breadth of tile.

The result is the material requirement in kg per sq. metre.

Example

Tiles 150mm x 150mm x 5mm; joints of 5mm:-

300 x 5 x 5 x 1.75 ÷ 150 ÷ 150 =0.58kg/m²

- thus one 10kg bag of ARDEX- FLEX FL will grout up to 17m² of tiling.

These figures will differ when using other tile joint dimensions/

Quick and easy grout coverage can be calculated using the ARDEX grout calculator online at: www.ardex.co.uk/calculator.asp

TECHNICAL DATA

BRINELL HARDNESS

All information supplied by Ardex UK

TECHNICAL ADVICE HELPLINE

01440 714939

ARDEX Online

www.ardex.co.uk

Click the links below to see the technical specifications and user guides for this product

• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL Technical Data sheet
• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL Health & Safety Data Sheet
• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL Declaration of Performance
• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL Sustainability Data Sheet
• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL Environmental Product Declaration
• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL EMICode Certificate
• Click here to see the Ardex Flex FL Colour Range Guide

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