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LATICRETE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
1 LATICRETE Park North
Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA
Telephone: +1.203.393.0010, ext. 235
Toll Free: 1.800.243.4788, ext. 235
Fax: +1.203.393.1948
E-mail: technicalservices@laticrete.com
Web site: http://www.laticrete.com
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.
Uses
- For grout joint widths of 1/16" (1.5 mm) up to 1/2" (12 mm)
Advantages
- 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
Packaging
10 lb (4.5 kg) cartons; 4 cartons 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)
Coverage
See LATICRETE Grout Color Chart for coverage information.
Shelf Life
Factory sealed containers of this product are guaranteed to be of first quality for the period of time listed below if stored off the ground in a dry area.
10 lb (4.5 kg) cartons – two (2) years
25 lb (11.3 kg) bags – one (1) year*
50 lb (22.7 kg) bags – one (1) year*
* High humidity will reduce the shelf life of bagged product.
Limitations
- 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
- LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout is designed to be mixed with either water or LATICRETE 1776 Grout Enhancer. Do not mix other grout additives with this product. Use of other grout additives may result in color variation and reduced product performance and will void all LATICRETE warranties
Cautions
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 and filing with water. 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
VOC/LEED Product Information
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)
Applicable Standard
ANSI A118.7
Performance Properties
LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout mixed with water (70°F [21°C])
| Test/Test Method |
Results |
Water Absorption
ANSI A118.7–1999–3.4 |
7% |
Compressive Strength
ANSI A118.7–1999–3.5 |
3000–3500 psi (20.7–24 MPa) |
TCNA Service Rating
ASTM C–627 |
Extra Heavy |
Linear Shrinkage
ANSI A118.7–1999–3.3 |
<0.2% |
Specifications subject to change without notification. Results shown are typical but reflect test procedures used. Actual field performance will depend on installation methods and site conditions.
Working Properties
LATICRETE 1500 Sanded Grout mixed with water (70°F [21°C])
| Pot Life |
6 hours |
| Foot Traffic |
12 hours |
| Heavy Traffic |
24 hours |
| Wet Density |
116 lbs/ft3 (1860 kg/m3 ) |
Surface Preparation
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.
Mixing
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. Allow to slake for 5–10 minutes and remix.
Application
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.
Cleaning
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)
Availability
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.
Cost
Contact a LATICRETE/LATAPOXY Distributor in your area.
See 10. FILING SYSTEM:
DS230.13: LATICRETE Product Warranty
A component of:
DS 230.05: LATICRETE 5 Year System Warranty
DS 230.12HC: LATICRETE Home Center 10 Year System Warranty
LATICRETE and LATAPOXY grouts require routine cleaning with a neutral pH soap and water. Contact the cleaner manufacturer if another cleaner type will be used to ensure compatibility with the grout. All other LATICRETE and LATAPOXY materials require no maintenance but installation performance and durability may depend on properly maintaining products supplied by other manufacturers.
Technical assistance
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
Technical and safety literature
To acquire technical and safety literature, please visit our website at www.laticrete.com.
Additional product information is available on our website at www.laticrete.com. The following is a list of related documents:
DS 230.13: LATICRETE® Product Warranty
DS 230.05: LATICRETE 5 Year System Warranty
DS 230.12HC: LATICRETE Home Center 10 Year System Warranty
DS236.0: LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Membrane
DS 265.0: LATICRETE 1776 Grout Enhancer
DS 634.0: LATAPOXY® 2000 Industrial Grout
DS 637.0: LATAPOXY SP-100
DS 258.0: LATICRETE 1600 Unsanded Grout
TDS 192: Installation of Ceramic Tile in Swimming Pools
LATICRETE International, Inc.
One LATICRETE Park North, Bethany, CT 06524-3423 USA • 1.800.243.4788 • +1.203.393.0010 • www.laticrete.com
©2009 LATICRETE International, Inc.
LATICRETE, LATAPOXY, SPECTRALOCK and the logo are Registered Trademarks of LATICRETE International, Inc.
GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality is a registered trademark of the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute.
Data Sheets are subject to change without notice. For latest revision, check our website at www.laticrete.com
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