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Fast setting and drying, high performance, polymer-modified, antiefflorescence, waterrepellent grout for joints from 2 to 20 mm. With DropEffect and anti-mould with BioBlock technology
CLASSIFICATION ACCORDING TO EN 13888 Ultracolor Plus is a cementitious mortar (C) for grouting (G) improved (2), with reduced water absorption (W) and high resistance to abrasion (A), class CG2WA. WHERE TO USE Internal and external grouting of floors and walls in all types of ceramic (double-fired, single-fired, klinker, porcelain, etc.), terracotta, stone material (natural stone, marble, granite, agglomerates, etc.), and glass and marble mosaic. Some application examples Grouting floors and walls in areas subject to intense traffic (airports, shopping centres, restaurants, bars, etc.). Grouting floors and walls in residential areas (hotels, private houses, etc.). Grouting floors and walls on faades, balconies, terraces and on swimming pools. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Ultracolor Plus is a mortar made up of a blend of special hydraulic binders, graded aggregates, special polymers, water repellent additives, organic molecules and pigments. With Ultracolor Plus, the Ultracolor technology based on a special, self-hydrating hydraulic binder which guarantees perfect colour uniformity, is further enhanced by two innovative technologies which are the result of MAPEI research: BioBlock and DropEffect.

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The BioBlock technology consists of special organic molecules which are distributed uniformly in the micro-structure of the grout, to block the formation at the root of the micro-organisms which cause mould. The DropEffect technology, with a synergic effect, reduces the absorption of surface water. When it is mixed with water in the proportions recommended and correctly applied, Ultracolor Plus forms a grouting mortar with the following characteristics: water-repellent and droplet-effect; uniform colour and free of staining since Ultracolor Plus does not produce efflorescence. From an analysis carried out using an electronic microscope (SEM), note that, compared with a Portland cement-based binder in a normal cementitious grouting mortar, the special cements in Ultracolor Plus do not generate the calcium hydroxide (hydrolysis lime) crystals which cause efflorescence during the hydration process; colours resistant to ultra-violet rays and atmospheric agents; short waiting time before cleaning and easy finishing; ready for light foot traffic and for use after a short period of time; smooth, compact finished surface, with low water absorbency for easy cleaning; shrinkage compensated, therefore free from cracks; optimum resistance to abrasion, compression and flexural strength, even after freeze/thaw cycles, and therefore optimum durability; good resistance to acids with pH > 3. RECOMMENDATIONS Ultracolor Plus does not contain Portland cement and must not be mixed with gypsum or other hydraulic binders; never add water to the mix once it has started to set. Never mix Ultracolor Plus with salty or dirty water. Use the product at temperatures between +5C and +35C. Carry out grouting only on substrates which are sufficiently dry or have been waterproofed, to avoid a whitish film forming on the surface. In order to avoid an uneven colour finish, we do not recommend sprinkling Ultracolor powder onto the filled grout joints. When resistance to acids or, where extreme cleanliness or sterile conditions are required, use a suitable acid-resistant epoxy grout. Expansion and movement joints on walls and floors must never be filled with Ultracolor Plus. Use a suitable flexible sealant from the MAPEI range. The surface of certain tiles or stone material may have micro-porosity or a rough surface. We recommend carrying out a preliminary test to check how easy it is to clean the surface where necessary to apply a protective treatment to the surface, to ensure the grout does not penetrate into the surface porosity of the tiles.

Spreading Ultracolor Plus on a floor with a rubber squeegee

Example of a swimming pool grouted with Ultracolor Plus

If an acid-based cleaner is used to clean the joint, we recommend testing the product befoehand to check the resistance of the colour. Always make sure that the joints are thorougly rinsed down to avoid leaving traces of acid in the joints. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Preparing the joints Grouting may take place when the adhesive is completely set. Make sure that the waiting times indicated in the technical data sheets are followed. The joints must be clean, free of dust and empty down to at least 2/3 of the thickness of the tiles. Any adhesive or mortar which has seeped into the joints while laying the tiles must be removed while still fresh. With very absorbent tiles, high temperatures or windy conditions, dampen the joints with clean water. Preparing the mix While stirring, pour Ultracolor Plus into a clean, rust-free container containing 21-23% by weight of clean water. Mix the grout with a low-speed mixer to avoid air entrainment, until a smooth paste is obtained. Let the mix stand for 2-3 minutes, and stir again briefly before use. Use the mix within 20-25 minutes of its preparation. Applying the grout Fill the joints with the Ultracolor Plus mix using a special MAPEI grout float or rubber squeegee, without leaving any gaps or steps. Remove any excess of Ultracolor Plus from the surface, by moving the float diagonally to the joints while the mix is still fresh.

Spreading Ultracolor Plus on a wall with a rubber float

Cleaning and finishing the tile joints on a wall with a sponge

TECHNICAL DATA (typical values)

PRODUCT IDENTITY Consistency: Colour: Bulk density (kg/m): Dry solids content (%): Hazard classification according to EC 1999/45: fine powder 26 colours from the MAPEI range 1,400 100 none. Before using refer to the Safety instructions for preparation and application paragraph and the information on the packing and Safety Data Sheet EC1 Plus - very low emission Spreading Ultracolor Plus on a wall with a rubber trowel

EMICODE: APPLICATION DATA (at +23C - 50% R.H.) Mixing ratio:

100 parts Ultracolor Plus with 21-23 parts water, dependent on the colour fluid paste 1,980 approx. 11 20-25 minutes from +5C to +35C Cleaning the joints with Scotch-Brite (when the product is partially set)

Consistency of the mix: Density of mix (kg/m): pH of mix: Pot life of mix: Application temperature range: Grouting after installation: on walls bonded with normal adhesive: on walls bonded with fast-setting adhesive: on walls with mortar: on floors bonded with normal adhesive: on floors bonded with fast-setting adhesive: on floors with mortar: Waiting time for finishing: Set to light foot traffic: Ready for use: FINAL PERFORMANCES Flexural strength after 28 days (N/mm) (EN 12808-3): Compressive strength after 28 days (N/mm) (EN 12808-3): Flexural strength after freeze/thaw cycles (N/mm) (EN 12808-3): Compressive strength after freeze/thaw cycles (N/mm) (EN 12808-3): Abrasion resistance (EN 12808-2): Shrinkage (mm/m) (EN 12808-4): Water absorption (g) (EN 12808-5) after 30: Water absorption (g) (EN 12808-5) after 4 hours: Resistance to solvents and oil: Resistance to alkalis: Resistance to acids:

4-8 hours 1-2 hours 2-3 days 24 hours 3-4 hours 7-10 days 15-30 minutes approx. 3 hours 24 hours (48 hours for basins and swimming pools)

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35 700 (loss in mm) 1.5 0.1 0.2 excellent excellent good resistance to acids with pH > 3 Wall covering in porcelain tiles grouted with Ultracolor Plus

Hydration of a Portland cement-based binder in a traditional grouting mortar

Hydration of Ultracolor Plus special cement-based binder. Note the absence of lamellar crystals of Portlandite (calcium hydroxide), which is the cause of whitish efflorescence

Spreading Ultracolor Plus on a floor with a rubber float

Finishing When the mix loses its plasticity and becomes opaque, which usually takes place after 15-30 minutes, clean off the excess Ultracolor Plus with a hard, damp sponge (e.g. a MAPEI sponge), working in a diagonal direction to the joints. Rinse the sponge frequently, using two different containers of water: one to remove the excess mix from the sponge, and the other, containing clean water, to rinse the sponge. This operation may also be carried out with a machine with a sponge belt or rotating disc. When the mix is partially set, after 50-60 minutes, a damp Scotch-Brite sponge or an abrasive felt disc may be passed over the joints to even out the surface. If the cleaning operation is carried out too soon (the mix is still too wet), some of the mix may be removed from the joints. If grouting is carried out in extremely hot, dry or windy weather, we recommend that dampen the joints filled with Ultracolor Plus are dampened after a few hours. Damp curing of Ultracolor Plus improves its final characteristics in all cases. Final cleaning of the powdery film of Ultracolor Plus from the surface may be carried out with a clean, dry cloth. After the final cleaning operation, if the

surface still has traces of Ultracolor Plus due to incorrect application, it may be cleaned down with an acidic cleaner (e.g. Keranet), by following the relevant instructions, at least 24 hours after grouting the joints. Only use Keranet on surfaces which are resistant to acid, and never use it on marble or limestone material. SET TO LIGHT FOOT TRAFFIC Floors are ready for light foot traffic after approx. 3 hours. READY FOR USE Surfaces grouted with Ultracolor Plus may be put into service after 24 hours. Basins and swimming pools may be filled up 48 hours after grouting. Cleaning Tools and containers may be cleaned using plenty of water whilst Ultracolor Plus is still fresh. CONSUMPTION The consumption of Ultracolor Plus varies according to the size of the joints and the size and thickness of the tiles. The table illustrates a number of examples of the consumption in kg/m. PACKAGING 23 kg bags, and 4x5 kg or 9x1 kg boxes dependent on the colour.

Cleaning and finishing the tile joints with a sponge

Example of porcelain tiles on the walls and floor of a bathroom, grouted with Ultracolor Plus

CONSUMPTION TABLE ACCORDING TO THE SIZE OF THE TILES AND WIDTH OF THE JOINTS (kg/m)
Size of the tile (mm) 20 x 20 x 4 50 x 50 x 4 75 x 150 x 6 100 x 100 x 6 100 x 100 x 10 100 x 200 x 6 100 x 200 x 10 150 x 150 x 6 200 x 200 x 8 120 x 240 x 12 250 x 250 x 12 250 x 250 x 20 300 x 300 x 10 300 x 300 x 20 300 x 600 x 4.5 300 x 600 x 10 330 x 330 x 10 400 x 400 x 10 450 x 450 x 12 500 x 500 x 12 600 x 600 x 3 600 x 600 x 4.5 600 x 600 x 12 600 x 1200 x 3 1000 x 3000 x 3 0.11 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.4 Width of the joint (mm) 2 1.3 0.5 0.6 0.6 1.0 0.4 1.0 1.0 1.6 0.7 1.2 0.6 0.6 1.2 0.8 1.3 0.5 1.1 0.18 0.4 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.08 0.12 0.3 0.06 0.03 1.9 1.2 2.0 0.9 1.7 0.29 0.6 0.8 0.6 0.7 0.6 0.13 0.19 0.5 0.10 0.05
A = length of tile (in mm) B = width of tile (in mm) C = thickness of tile (in mm) D = width of joint (in mm)

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2.4 1.5 2.6 1.1 2.1 3.2 4.3 3.8 5.1

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0.6

FORMULA TO CALCULATE THE CONSUMPTION:

MANHATTAN 2000

THE CEMENTITIOUS GROUTS

Ultracolor Plus Keracolor SF Keracolor FF Keracolor GG

Flexcolor
THE EPOXY GROUTS

Kerapoxy Kerapoxy P Kerapoxy IEG Kerapoxy CQ

Mapesil AC Mapesil LM

The chart contains all of the existing available colours of the standard range and three additional colours exclusive to Kerapoxy CQ. N.B.: Due to the printing processes involved, the colours should be taken as merely indicative of the shades of the actual product

100 110 111 112 113 114 120 130 131 132 140 141 142 143 144 145 150 160 161 162 170 171 172 180 181 182 282 283 290 999

GROUTS and SEALANTS for LAYING CERAMIC

BARDIGLIO GREY

TERRA DI SIENA

 

TRANSPARENT

CEMENT GREY

MEDIUM GREY

CROCUS BLUE

TOURMALINE

TERRACOTTA

SILVER GREY

ANTHRACITE

JADE GREEN

SPACE BLUE

CHOCOLATE

BEIGE 2000

CORAL RED

TURQUOISE

MAGNOLIA

CARAMEL

SEA BLUE

JASMINE

YELLOW

VANILLA

BROWN

CREAM

MAUVE

VIOLET

BLACK

WHITE

WHITE

MINT

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COLOURS AVAILABLE Ultracolor Plus is available in 26 colours of the MAPEI range (please refer to the colour samples). STORAGE Ultracolor Plus may be stored for 12 months (for 23 kg sacks) and 24 months (for 1 and 5 kg sacks) in its original packaging in a dry place. However, after a certain amount of time, the setting time may extend but without modifying the final characteristics of the product. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PREPARATION AND APPLICATION Ultracolor Plus contains special hydraulic binders that, when in contact with sweat or other bodily fluids, may cause a slightly irritating alkaline reaction. Wear protective gloves and goggles. For further and complete information about a safety use of our product please refer to our latest version of the Material Safety Data Sheet. FOR PROFESSIONALS. WARNING While the indications and guidelines contained in this data sheet correspond

Please refer to the current version of the Technical Data Sheet, available from our web site www.mapei.com
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Example of a glass mosaic- chip dressing grouted with Ultracolor Plus in a shower cubicle

Example of annealed tiles laid in a kitchen and grouted with Ultracolor Plus
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