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Specialty Products
Our backerboard cleaners, caulk and colorant products are designed specifically to work with the family of C-Cure tile installation products.

C-Cure Board 990
Concrete Backerboard

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

C-Cure Board is a glass-mesh, concrete backerboard.

BASIC USE

C-Cure Board is designed for use as an interior or exterior substrate for ceramic tile, slate, thin-brick veneers, stucco, E.I.F.S. or other similar surface systems.

ADVANTAGES

• Remains stable while increasing in strength, even when exposed to continuous moisture.
• Tapeless installation on floor applications.
• Excellent overall flexural, compressive and tensile strength characteristics.
• 20 year limited warranty.

• C-Cure Board shall not be used as a structural load bearing member.
• Steel framing shall be 20-gauge or heavier.
• Maximum framing spacing shall not exceed 16" o.c. for both interior and exterior applications.
• All framing shall comply with local building codes and requirements and be limited in deflection to L/360 under all intended loads.
• C-Cure Board is unaffected by water but it is not waterproof. If the area behind the backerboard must be kept dry, a moisture barrier or waterproof membrane must be used.
• C-Cure Board shall not be used on exterior surfaces where imposed wind loads exceed 30 lbs. per square feet.
• Do not use drywall tape or uncoated fiberglass tape.

Cementitious Backer Unit (CBU): A nailable, screwable backerboard or underlayment panel which is composed of stable Portland cement, aggregates and reinforcements that has a significant ability to remain unaffected by prolonged exposure to moisture.

ACCESSORIES

Joint reinforcement: 2" wide polymer- coated (alkali resistant) mesh tape shall be used to reinforce joints and corners.

Bonding materials: For leveling beds, joint treatment and to set facing material, use dry-set (thin-set) mortar, or preferably a latex-Portland cement mortar. All mortars shall comply with ANSI A118.1 or A118.4 standards. Type 1 organic adhesives meeting ANSI A136.1 may be used in dry areas for tile setting only of wall tile and floor tile not exceeding 6" x 6".

Fasteners:

• Galvanized roofing nails, 1 1/2" long with hot dipped galvanized coating for use with wood framing. Nails shall meet Federal Specification #FF-N105B/type 2 style 20.
• C-Cure Concrete Backerboard Screws or equivalent, 1 1/4" long , for use with wood or 20-gauge steel framing.

SIZES

1/2" thickness x 36" width x 60" length.
1/4" thickness x 36" width x 60" length.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS

Exceeds ANSI A118.9 specifications.
NES Report NER #447.

TECHNICAL DATA

Surface Burning Characteristics
ASTM E-84 avg. value: 0/0
Non-combustibility. Passes ASTM E-136 test requirements.
Fire Resistance Ratings
One hour non-load bearing/unsymmetrical wall assembly WHI 6510381.01

INSTALLATION

INTERIOR APPLICATIONS

General: All framing shall comply with local building code requirements and be designed to provide support with a maximum allowable deflection of L/360 under all intended loads. Framing members shall be spaced a maximum of 16" o.c.

Control joints: Tiled surfaces exceeding 24'-36' in a continuous plane or surfaces abutting a dissimilar structure shall be protected from structural movement with control (expansion) joints. Location, width and details of control joints shall follow sound architectural practices.

Walls & Ceilings

Wall framing: Edges of backerboard parallel to framing shall be continuously supported. Studs above a shower floor shall be either notched or furred to accommodate the thickness of the waterproof membrane or pan. The surround opening for a tub or precast shower receptor shall not be more than 1/4" longer than unit to be installed.

Ceiling framing: The maximum allowable dead load of the completed ceiling assembly (including insulation, backerboard, bonding material and facing material) shall not exceed 10 lbs./sq. ft. Ceiling joists or furring channels shall not exceed 16" o.c. The edges of backerboard parallel to framing shall be continuously supported. Provide additional blocking when necessary to permit proper backerboard attachment.

Backerboard: Install backerboard, leaving a 1/8" to 3/16" gap at all joints and corners. Stagger board joints with those of adjacent rows. Fasten backerboard every 8" o.c. along framing members. Fill gaps solid with latex Portland cement mortar and embed 2" alkali resistant fiberglass tape.

Floors & Counters

Subfloor or base: Minimum 5/8" exterior grade plywood shall be securely glued and fastened to floor joist or on top of counter base. Maintain 1/8" gap between all sheets. Floor joists and counter framing should be spaced a maximum of 16" o.c.

Underlayment: Using a 1/4" square-notched trowel, apply a leveling bed of dry set mortar to the subfloor or base. Immediately laminate C-Cure Board Concrete Backerboard to subfloor base, leaving a 1/8" to 3/16" gap between boards at all joints and corners. Stagger backerboard joints from underlying plywood joints by at least 6". Fasten backerboard every 6" to 8" o.c. throughout board field and around all edges while setting bed mortar is still workable. Around perimeter of each board, locate fasteners within 1/2" to 2" of edge. Fill all joints and corners solid with latex-modified mortar. Taping of floor and counter joints is not required.

EXTERIOR APPLICATIONS

General: All framing shall comply with local building code requirements and be designed to provide support with a maximum allowable deflection of L/360 under all intended live (including wind and rain) and dead loads.

Control joints: Finished surfaces exceeding 12'-16' in a continuous plane or surfaces abutting a dissimilar structure shall be protected from structural movement with control (expansion) joints. Location, width and details of control joints shall follow sound architectural practices.

Decks

Subfloor: Plywood shall be securely glued and fastened to floor joists spaced a maximum of 16" o.c. Subfloor shall be sloped at a minimum pitch of 1/4" per foot. The floor surface shall be true to plane within 1/8" in 10’.

Underlayment: Using a 1/4" square-notched trowel, apply a leveling bed of dry set mortar to the subfloor. Install C-Cure Board to subfloor, leaving a 1/8" to 3/16" gap between boards at all joints and corners. Stagger backerboard joints from underlying plywood joints by at least 6". Fasten backerboard every 6" to 8" o.c. throughout board field and around all edges while setting bed mortar is still workable. Around the perimeter of each board, locate fasteners within 1/2" to 2" of edge. Fill all joints and corners solid with latex-Portland cement mortar. Taping of floor joints is not required.

Waterproof membrane: Apply a waterproof membrane to the entire surface of the C-Cure Board, following membrane manufacturer’s installation instructions in detail.

Walls

Framing: Studs shall be spaced a maximum of 16" o.c. (Edges/ends of backerboard parallel to framing shall be continuously supported. Provide additional blocking when necessary to permit proper backerboard attachment.) Do not install backerboard directly over protrusions from stud plane such as heavy brackets or fasteners heads.

Weather barrier: While C-Cure Board is unaffected by moisture, a moisture barrier must be installed to protect the cavity. It shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s specifications between the C-Cure Board and the framing members.

Backerboard: Precut C-Cure Board panels and make necessary cutouts. Install backerboard leaving a 1/8" to 3/16" gap at all joints and corners. Stagger board joints with those of adjacent rows. Fasten backerboard every 8" o.c. along studs. At all joints and corners, prefill gap with latex-Portland cement mortar, then embed 2" fiber-glass mesh tape and smooth material over joint and corner.

Tile, thin-brick and other facing materials: Installation of tile or similar facing material shall comply with ANSI A108 standard specifications.

CureCaulk 986
Tile & Fixture Caulk

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

CureCaulk is a superior quality siliconized acrylic latex caulk that is mold and mildew resistant. The product forms a long-lasting, flexible, water tight seal that will resist cracking on most building materials, including glass, wood, ceramic, metal and stone. CureCaulk is available in all of C-Cure’s grout colors.

BASIC USE

CureCaulk fills joints between panels, cracks between walls and seals around tubs, showers, sinks and countertops, woodwork, baseboards, doors and window frames. CureCaulk is an excellent adhesive for ceramic tile, glass, cork, wood, metal and acoustical tile, and is ideal for setting marble vanity tops to their bases.

LIMITATIONS

Do not apply when temperatures fall below 40°F (4°C), or if rain or freezing temperatures are expected within 24 hours.
CAUTION: Do not take internally. Keep out of reach of children.

See Table for CureCaulk 986 Technical Data.

Grout Colorant 996
Durable Epoxy Formula Seals and Protects Grout

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Grout Colorant can be used to restore or change the color of sanded and non-sanded grout joints. It also seals and protects grout from moisture and staining.

LIMITATIONS

Grout Colorant is not recommended for use under water. Store colorant in original container at temperatures below 110°F (45°C).

Grout Stain 997
Durable Urethane Based Grout Stain Seals and Protects Grout

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
GROUT STAIN is a long lasting, highly wear resistant urethane acrylic grout stain. It is ideal for renewing or changing the color of existing sanded or non-sanded grout joints. It also seals and protects grout from moisture and staining.

FEATURES/BENEFITS

• Changes or renews grout color
• Seals grout joints—protects from staining
• Water-based
• Interior and exterior use
• Fade resistant

LIMITATIONS
GROUT STAIN is not recommended for use under water. Store stain in original container at temperatures below 110°F (45°C).

APPLICABLE STANDARDS
There are no industry standards established for this product.
Colors—40 distinctive colors (see color guide for selection). Special order colors can be matched to a submitted sample.

PACKAGING
8 oz. (240 ml) and 32 oz. (940 ml) bottles.

Citrus Cleaner 988
Citrus Based Tile Cleaner

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

C-Cure Citrus Cleaner is a pH neutral heavy duty citrus based cleaner available in Concentrated and Ready To Use formulations.

BASIC USE

C-Cure Citrus Cleaner is a concentrated, heavy duty cleaning solution that removes grease, oil and grime from grout joints and tile surfaces. Do not use on porous tiles. It will help remove epoxy haze when used within 24 hours of application. Optimum temperature to use this product is 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C).

LIMITATIONS

This product is not designed to remove dried epoxy on the tile surface and it is not a replacement for thorough cleanup of epoxies at the time they are applied.

PACKAGING

Concentrated: 1 gal. (3.78L) and 1 qt. (.954L) bottles.
Ready To Use: 1 qt. (.954L) bottles.

GUARANTEE

The recommendations, suggestions, statements and technical data are based on the best knowledge available to C-Cure and are given for informational purposes ONLY and without any responsibility for their use.

C-Cure MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT SOLD HEREIN except that the quality of the ingredients shall be in accordance with C-Cure specifications. It is expressly understood and agreed that the buyer's sole and exclusive remedy shall be replacement of defective products and under no circumstances shall C-Cure be liable for incidental or consequential damages. C-Cure neither assumes nor authorizes any others to assume for it any liability with respect to furnishing of the product. Handling and use of the product are beyond the control of C-Cure, therefore, no warranty is made, expressed or implied, as to the results obtained from the use of the product or against any claims for infringement of patents resulting from the use of the product.

This writing constitutes a complete and exclusive statement of the understanding between C-Cure and buyer. There were no oral agreements or warranties, expressed or implied, collateral to or affecting the furnishing of the product. This understanding shall not be modified except in writing by an officer of C-Cure.

Members of National Tile Contractors Association, Materials & Methods Standards Association, Ceramic Tile Distributors Association.

NOTICE: The information in this bulletin is presented in good faith, but no warranty, expressed or implied, is given nor is freedom from any patent. In as much as any assistance furnished by C-Cure with reference to the safe use and disposal of its products is provided without charge, C-Cure assumes no obligation or liability therefore, except to the extent that any such assistance shall be given in good faith.