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\s18\li5040\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {INSTALLATION: Ceramic, Mosaic, Quarry, Acid-Resistant, Brick, Paver, Slate
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\b\fs32 
\par }\pard\plain \s16\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \b\fs28\cgrid {\b0\fs32 SPECIFICATION}{\fs32 \tab }{\tab \tab \tab }{\fs44 KERAPOXY
\par }{\fs20 \tab \tab \tab \tab \tab \tab \tab Stain-Free Grout
\par }\pard \s16\li5040\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\fs20 
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {*
\par }{\b\i DESCRIPTION:}{\i  A water cleanable 100% solids
 epoxy non-sagging grout system for installations where exceptionally high strength, chemical and impact resistance is required.  Available in a wide variety of colors for grouting.  A Cold Weather Formula, KERAPOXY PART C, is also available for use in in
stallations between 35\'b0F (2\'b0C) and 60\'b0F (18\'b0C).
\par }{\b\i 
\par }{\tab }{\i Specify for interior and exterior floor and wall installations 
\par }{
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\i Specify for grouting of ceramic floor and wall tile, quarry tile, acid-resistant floor brick, paver tile, and slate.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\i 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\i Specify for industrial, commercial and institutional applications with extremely high grout strength requirements.
\par 
\par Specify for heavy use and abuse areas such as shopping malls, subway stations, schools, prisons, airports, public restrooms.
\par 
\par Specify for applications requiring high acid and chemical resistance such as dairies, bottling plants, meat processing plants, restaurants, hospitals, schools, pharmaceutical laboratories, intensive care units and animal clinics.
\par 
\par Specify for areas requiring stain-resistant grout such as countertops, vanities and laboratory tabletops.
\par 
\par Specify for use over properly prepared concrete, masonry block, cement mortars or leveling coats, brick, exterior grade plywood (interior residential dry floors and countertops only), cementitious backer units, t
errazzo and properly prepared existing ceramic tile.
\par }{\tab 
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\tab }{\b\i DO NOT }{\i  specify as a MORTAR.
\par }{\b 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b\i DO NOT}{\i  specify for GROUTING white or translucent marble.  When used as a grout on exterior installations, color variations may occur over time, especially with lighter shades.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b\i 
\par }\pard\plain \s1\li720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel0\adjustright \b\i\fs20\cgrid {DO NOT }{\b0  specify in areas subject to excessive heat.  Once cured, KERAPOXY will resist temperatures up to 212\'b0
F.  Steam cleaning wands should be kept6-12 inches above tile surface where used.
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b\i DO NOT}{\i  specify over presswood, particle board, chipboard, masonite, Lauan, gypsum floor patching compounds, metal or similar dimensionally unstable substrates.
\par 
\par When specifying KERAPOXY  in the Tile Selection selected \endash  ceramic, mosaic, quarry, paver, slate, marble or granite \endash  add appropriate articles or paragraphs under the applicable }{\b\i PART}{\i  as indicated.}{
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {*
\par }\pard\plain \s2\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel1\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {PART 1 GENERAL
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\b 
\par \tab REFERENCES
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s17\li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {ANSI A108.6 \endash  Installation of Ceramic Tile with Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Setting and Grouting Epoxy.
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\b 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {ANSI A118.3 \endash  Specifications for Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile Setting and Grouting Epoxy and Water}{\b \tab  }{Cleanable Tile Setting Epoxy Adhesive.}{\b 
\par }\pard \fi720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b 
\par }{ANSI A137.1 \endash  Specification for Ceramic Tile
\par 
\par Tile Council of America (TCA) \endash  Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation.
\par 
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s3\fi720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel2\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {SUBMITTALS
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\b 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Product Data: Submit manufacturer\rquote s technical information and installation instructions for materials required.
\par }{\b 
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b \tab QUALITY ASSURANCE
\par }{\tab 
\par }\pard\plain \s17\li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {Provide tile, grout and setting materials from one source.  Additives, dry-set mortars, installation materials and grouts shall be from the same manufacturer.}{\b 
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {*
\par }\pard\plain \s15\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \i\fs20\cgrid {When specifying KERAPOXY as a grout to be used with white or translucent marble, include statement that test area be grouted and accepted before proceeding with grout installation.
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {*
\par 
\par \tab }{\b DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
\par }{\tab 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Deliver and store packaged materials in
 original containers with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use.  Prevent damage or contamination to materials by water, freezing, foreign matter or other causes.
\par 
\par Deliver and store materials on site at least 24 hours before work begins.
\par 
\par Provide heated and dry storage facilities on site.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b 
\par \tab PROJECT CONDITIONS
\par 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Maintain environmental conditions and protect work during and after installation to comply with referenced standards and manufacturer\rquote s printed recommendations.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par }\pard \fi720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Vent temporary heaters to exterior to prevent damage to tilework from carbon dioxide build-up.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Maintain temperature at not less than 65 degrees F (10 degrees C) or not more than 90 degrees F (27 degrees C) in tiled areas during installation and for 7 days after completion.  Tempe
rature will affect the handling characteristics of epoxy-based products; refer to manufacturer\rquote s printed instructions for additional information.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\b 
\par 
\par PART 2 PRODUCTS
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s4\li720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel3\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {GROUT MATERIALS 
\par }\pard\plain \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {
\par CHEMICAL RESISTANT GROUT:  KERAPOXY, two component 100% Solids Epoxy Grout, as manufactured by MAPEI CORPORATIONS, ANSI A118.3 color [------------], as selected by architect.  Water cleanable.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\i \tab \tab 
\par *}{\b 
\par }\pard\plain \s15\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \i\fs20\cgrid {When specifying KERAPOXY  in performance specification, Call MAPEI CORPORATION\rquote s Technical Service Department toll-free number for assistance with product characteristics.
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {*
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s2\fi720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel1\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {MIXES
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\b 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Proportion and mix factory-prepared in accordance with manufacturer\rquote s printed instructions.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par }{\b 
\par PART 3 EXECUTION
\par 
\par }{*
\par }\pard\plain \s15\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \i\fs20\cgrid {Specifications for surface conditions are listed in the beginning of the }{\i0 specification}{ of MAPEI\rquote 
s Architectural Binder.  These specifications should be called out with the related work sections.  Delete non-applicable conditions.  (Refer to ANSI EXPLANATION AND NOTES section:  AN-3 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED IN OTHER SECTIONS.)
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {*
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s2\fi720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel1\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {EXAMINATION
\par }\pard\plain \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {
\par Examine tilework and conditions under which grout will be installed.  Do not proceed with grouting until tilework and conditions comply with requirements indicated in referenced tile installation standard and manufacturer\rquote s instructions.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s2\fi720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel1\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {INSTALLATION
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {
\par \tab Install grout in accordance with manufacturer\rquote s printed instructions and ANSI 108.6
\par 
\par *
\par }\pard\plain \s15\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \i\fs20\cgrid {Select appropriate TCA method to be used and delete non-applicable methods (select from latest edition of TCA Handbook).
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\i 
\par No TCA method for grouting walls with epoxy grout has been established.  KERAPOXY, however, may be specified for use as a wall grout.
\par *}{
\par \tab [Floor Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method
\par \tab [F114], [F115], [F131],[ F132], [134], [F142], [F143], 
\par \tab [R612], [TR712], [RF912].]
\par 
\par \tab [Wall Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method
\par \tab [W201], [W202], [W211], [W221], [W222], [W231], [W241],
\par \tab [W242], [W243], [W244], [B411], [B412], [B412], [B414], [B415], 
\par \tab [B416], [B417], [TR711], [TR713].]
\par 
\par \tab [Ceiling or Soffit Tile: Install in accordance with TCA method C311.]
\par 
\par \tab [Countertop Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method [C511], [C512], [C513].]
\par 
\par \tab [Swimming Pool tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method P601.]
\par 
\par \tab [Tub and Fountain Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method B417.]
\par 
\par \tab [Refrigerator Room Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method SR613.]
\par 
\par \tab [Steam Room Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method SR613.]
\par 
\par \tab [Stair Tile:  Install in accordance with TCA method S151.]
\par 
\par \tab Install expansion and control joints in accordance with TCA method EJ171.
\par 
\par \tab Grout joints shall be clean and free from standing water, dust and foreign substances.
\par 
\par \tab Tile surfaces shall be clean and dry.
\par 
\par \tab After grouting installation, completely remove all epoxy residue.
\par 
\par 
\par 
\par }\pard\plain \s2\fi720\keepn\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\outlinelevel1\adjustright \b\fs20\cgrid {PROTECTION
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {
\par *
\par }\pard\plain \s15\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \i\fs20\cgrid {Select appropriate statements for installation \endash  floor, wall or both.  Delete non-applicable statements.
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {*
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {[Protect floors from foot traffic and c
ontamination for at least 24 hours and general traffic for at least 72  hours after installation. Prohibit heavy traffic on floors for at least 7 days after installation.]
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {[Protect walls from impact, vibration and heavy hammering on adjacent and opposite walls for at least 2 days after installation.]
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par \tab Protect from routine cleaning materials for 12 hours after installation.\tab 
\par 
\par }\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {Protect from food products and chemicals which can cause stains for at least 14 days and total water immersion for at least 21 days after installation. 
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {
\par *
\par Once cured, Kerapoxy becomes a high performance chemical resitant grout.  Strictly adhere to the above recommended guidelines.
\par *
\par 
\par For further information and assistance, contact:
\par 
\par 
\par }\pard \sa120\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\tab \tab \tab \tab      MAPEI CORPORATION
\par \tab \tab \tab \tab      1501 WALL STREET
\par \tab \tab \tab \tab      GARLAND, TEXAS  75041 \endash  4046
\par \tab \tab \tab \tab      1-800-992-6273
\par }}