- Long open time and working time.
- High mechanical properties.
- Better water proofing and water resistant properties.
- Very good workability and finish.
Tile Joint Filler A TG-401
Description
Stucco® TG-401 is a dry pre-mixed cement based tile joint filler for internal and external use available in variety of colours, for wall and floor tiling (for joints up to 0-3 mm).
Composition
Tile Joint Filler - TG-401, is a blend of White Portland cement, natural fillers and set of control additives.
Advantages
Technical Data
| Binder | White Portland cement |
| Size of the aggregate | <1.00 mm |
| Density - Approximate | Dry 1.08 kg/ltr, Wet 1.85 kg/ltr |
| Water requirement | 30% |
| Approximate yield/coverage | Approx. 690 ltrs per / ton, 0.7 ltrs per bag |
| Working time | Approx. 45 - 60 minutes. |
| Compressive strength | 20.0 N/mm2 @ 28 days |
| Flexural strength | 2.2 N/mm2 @ 28 days |
| Packing | 25 kg paper bags |
| Shelf Life | 06 months from date of Manufacture. |
| Application Standards | BS EN 13888, 12808, ASTM C 348, C 349, C 109/C 109 M-01, BS 4551 Part 1 |
Method of Application
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Surface Prearation
- Surface must be free of dirt, oil, grease, scaling paint, releasing agents, curing agents, dust, loose particles, efflorescence or other foreign materials.
- Spray sufficient amount of clean potable water to neutralize the suction of the background
- Allow free water to evaporate completely before the application of tile joint filler.
- Mixing Add 25 kg tile joint filler bag to approximately 7.50 liters of clean potable water gradually and mix with suitable electrical agitator. Allow to stand for approximately 5 minutes to completely dissolve the chemical additives. Mix the material again after 5 minutes slowly and then vigorously to make a homogeneous lump free mortar.
- Application Apply TG-401 within the joints using a rubber spatula taking care to ensure that the grout is well compacted into the joints. The excess material on the surface should be removed using a dry cloth. The grouting should be carried out in accordance to the relevant standards and code of preparation.
- Curing Moist curing for 2 days (3-4 times daily)
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Precautions
- Grouting should commence only after the tile adhesive has dried out completely. The applied joint filler should be cured properly.
- Protect from rain for 48 hrs after application.
- Hard or lumpy material must not be used.
- Do not work under sun, wind or rain.
- Storage TG-401 must be protected from moisture and direct sunlight. Store off the ground in a cool and dry place.