LATICRETE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
1 LATICRETE Park North
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA
Tel: (203) 393-0010
Toll-Free: (800) 243-4788
Fax: (203) 393-1684
E-mail: technicalservices@laticrete.com
Web site: http://www.laticrete.com


LATICRETE^® 1500 Sanded Grout

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout is a premium, factory prepared grout designed to be mixed with water. LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout is formulated from a blend of high strength portland cement, graded aggregates, polymers and color-fast pigments and provides a grout joint that is dense, hard and durable.

For grout joint widths of 1/16" (1.5 mm) up to 1/2" (12 mm).

• Mix with water, or for improved performance fortify with LATICRETE 1776 Grout Enhancer which contains Microban^® Anti-Microbial Protection.
• Designed for exterior and interior use - ideal for both heavy duty use outdoors and for long lasting beauty indoors.
• Uniform color—LATICRETE Grout colors are specially blended to be uniform in color.
• Available in a range of exciting colors that should satisfy even the most discriminating tastes.
• Part of a complete LATICRETE system that includes materials for every aspect of a tile installation to ensure quality and long lasting performance.
  

10 lb (4.5 kg) boxes; 4 boxes per tray; 44 trays per pallet
25 lb (11.3 kg) bags; 104 bags per pallet
50 lb (22.7 kg) bags; 54 bags per pallet (selected colors)

See LATICRETE Grout Color Chart for coverage information.

Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed to be of first quality for one (1) year* if stored off the ground in a dry area.

• Adhesives/mastics, mortars and grouts for ceramic tile, pavers, brick and stone are not replacements for waterproofing membranes. When a waterproofing membrane is required, use a LATICRETE Waterproofing Membrane (see Section 10 FILING SYSTEM).
• Not for use with absorbent tile. For absorbent tile and polished marble use LATICRETE 1600 Unsanded Grout.
• DO NOT use for chemical resistance. Use LATAPOXY^® 2000 Industrial Grout when chemical resistance is required.
• DO NOT use acid to clean colored grout joints.
• Job site conditions will affect the final color of colored grouts. Try a small test area to determine your results before grouting the entire installation.
• Certain types of tile are more absorbent than others and will trap color pigment during grouting.
• Prior to grouting, test for absorption of color pigment. Porous tiles will need to be sealed prior to grouting.
• Selecting Other Grouting Materials: LATICRETE has grouting materials designed for every use. For installations that require high strength and chemical resistance choose LATAPOXY 2000 Industrial Grout. This product is ideal for installations where a stain resistant colorfast grout is desired.
  

Consult MSDS for more safety information.

• During cold weather, protect finished work from traffic until fully cured.
• Contains portland cement and silica sand. May irritate eyes and skin. Avoid contact with eyes or prolonged contact with skin. In case of contact, flush thoroughly with water.
• In submerged applications or steam rooms, allow LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout for cure 14 days at 70°F (21°C) before use of area. See TDS 192 for more information on these applications.
• DO NOT take internally. Silica sand may cause cancer or serious lung problems. Avoid breathing dust. Wear a respirator in dusty areas.
• Keep out of reach of children.

This product has been GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified^® by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute under the GREENGUARD Standard for Low Emitting Products in finished form.

Total VOC Content pounds/gallon (grams/liter) of product in unused form is 0.00 lb/gal (0.00 g/l)

ANSI A118.7

LATICRETE^® 1500 Sanded Grout mixed with water (70°F [21°C])

LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout mixed with water (70°F [21°C])

Before starting to grout, remove spacers and debris in grout joints and remove dust and dirt using a wet sponge. Do not leave water standing in joints. Substrate temperature must be between 40°F (4°C) and 90°F (32°C). Apply grout release or sealer if necessary. Refer to LATICRETE TDS 400 Grout Trouble Shooting Guide for more information on grouting.

Use approximately 2 quarts (2 l) of clean potable water for 25 lbs (11.3 kg) of LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout powder. Place water in a clean mixing container and add grout powder slowly. Mix by hand or with a slow speed mixer to a smooth stiff consistency.

Dampen tile surface with water. Spread with a sharp, firm rubber grout float. Work the grout paste into the joints until completely filled. Use diagonal strokes to pack the joints. Ensure that joint is filled and grout is not just sitting on top (i.e. "bridging the joint").

Note: For fuller, flush joints sprinkle a thin layer of dry grout powder over surface immediately after grouting. When grout darkens over joint, buff with burlap, carpet remnant or cotton rag to pack joint and clean face of tile.

Grout Primary Cleaning—Remove excess grout from the face of the tiles with the edge of the grout float. Hold the float at a 90° angle and pull it at a 45° angle diagonally across the joints and tile to avoid pulling out the material.

Grout Secondary Cleaning—Remove remaining grout with a damp sponge (not wet) or a damp towel. Work diagonally to the joints. Allow to dry. When the grout joints are firm, polish the surface with a coarse nylon pad or coarse cloth and minimal water. Note: Use caution when polishing soft glazed tiles or polished stone.

Selecting Other Grout Materials

LATICRETE has grouting materials designed for every use.

For exceptional stain resistance in most installations choose LATICRETE SpectraLOCK^®† PRO Grout. For installations that require high strength and chemical resistance choose LATAPOXY 2000 Industrial Grout. These products are ideal for installations where a stain resistant, colorfast grout is desired.

^† United States Invention Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents)

LATICRETE and LATAPOXY materials are available worldwide.

For Distributor information, call:
Toll Free: 1.800.243.4788
Telephone: +1.203.393.0010

For on-line Distributor information, visit LATICRETE at www.laticrete.com.

Contact a LATICRETE/LATAPOXY Distributor in your area.

LATICRETE and LATAPOXY grouts require routine cleaning with a neutral pH soap and water. All other LATICRETE and LATAPOXY materials require no maintenance but installation performance and durability may depend on properly maintaining products supplied by other manufacturers.

Information is available by calling the LATICRETE Technical Service Hotline (hours 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM EST):
Toll Free: 1.800.243.4788, ext. 235
Telephone: +1.203.393.0010, ext. 235
Fax: +1.203.393.1948

To acquire technical and safety literature, please visit our website at www.laticrete.com.