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DESCRIPTION

Ultracolor Plus FA with DropEffect

™

technology is an ultra premium, fine-

aggregate, fast-setting, polymer-modified, color-consistent, nonshrinking,

efflorescence-free grout for joint widths from 1/16" to 3/4" (1,5 to 19 mm).

DropEffect reduces surface absorption to help repel water, dirt and grime from

penetrating grout joints. Ultracolor Plus FA is specially formulated with MAPEI’s

High-Hydrated Cement Technology (HCT

™

) to eliminate the common problems

related to Portland-cement grout, such as color consistency and efflorescence.

Along with offering higher polymer content, HCT reduces absorption and

increases stain resistance when compared with standard-performance cement

grouts. Ultracolor Plus FA is formulated with 10% recycled content and meets

the ANSI A138.1 specification for GreenSquared certification.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Fine aggregate (FA) allows for narrow joint widths and improved cleanability

• No efflorescence (free of Portland cement)

• Easy to install and stain-resistant

• No sealer required

INDUSTRY STANDARDS AND APPROVALS

• ISO 13007: Classification CG2WAF

• ANSI: Meets or exceeds ANSI A118.6 and A118.7 industry standards

• SCS GreenSquared: Certified per ANSI A138.1

LEED v3 Points Contribution LEED Points

MR Credit 5, Regional Materials* .......................................Up to 2 points

IEQ Credit 4.1, Low-Emitting Materials –

Adhesives & Sealants .....................................................................1 point

IEQ Credit 4.3, Low-Emitting Materials –

Flooring Systems ............................................................................1 point

LEED v4 Points Contribution LEED Points

MR Credit Material Ingredient Reporting –

Health Product Declaration (HPD) ..................................................1 point

* Using this product may help contribute to LEED certification of projects in the

categories shown above. Points are awarded based on contributions of all

project materials.

WHERE TO USE

• Commercial and residential construction suitable for both interior and

exterior installations

• For grouting dimensional stone, slate, granite, stone agglomerates and

most types of ceramic, ceramic mosaic, quarry, brick paver, porcelain,

glass and clay tiles

• For application in submerged conditions (swimming pools, spas, water

features and fountains), allow for 72 hours of curing time.

• For use where grout will be exposed to foot traffic within 3 to 4 hours

• For joint widths from 1/16" to 3/4" (1,5 to 19 mm)

LIMITATIONS

• Sealing is not required. However, a high-performance penetrating grout

sealer may still be applied from MAPEI’s UltraCare

™

family of sealers,

which includes Penetrating Plus Stone, Tile & Grout Sealer; and Penetrating

Rapid-Setting, “All-in-One”

Grout Replacement for

Sanded and Unsanded Grouts

Ultracolor

Plus

Ultracolor

Plus

Version: Sept. 25, 2017

Summary of content (6 pages)

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Version: Sept. 25, 2017 r o A l F o s c u a l r t P l U ® Rapid-Setting, “All-in-One” Grout Replacement for Sanded and Unsanded Grouts DESCRIPTION Ultracolor Plus FA with DropEffect ™ technology is an ultra premium, fineaggregate, fast-setting, polymer-modified, color-consistent, nonshrinking, efflorescence-free grout for joint widths from 1/16" to 3/4" (1,5 to 19 mm). DropEffect reduces surface absorption to help repel water, dirt and grime from penetrating grout joints.
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r olous FA c a r Pl Ult Plus SB Stone & Porcelain Tile Sealer. Follow the directions provided in the UltraCare Maintenance Guide. ® • • Do not use when a highly chemical-, impact- and stainresistant grout is required or in heavy industrial tile installations. Instead, use an appropriate MAPEI epoxy grout (see the respective Technical Data Sheet [TDS] for details). When grouting in temperatures above 80°F (26°C), see the Technical Bulletins at www.mapei.
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6. The grout surface should be flush with the tile edge. MAINTENANCE 7. Some stiffening may occur before all material is used (usually within about 1 hour at room temperature). If this occurs, simply remix but do not add more liquid. • Grout must be cured for at least 24 hours before regular cleaning. • MAPEI grout products are produced to the highest quality of standards. To maintain a clean tile surface, use a neutral-pH cleaner for maintaining the floor, followed by a clean water rinse.
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ISO 13007 Classification Classification Code Test Characteristics Classification Requirement CG2 (cementitious grout, improved) Shrinkage ≤ 0.30% shrinkage in 28 days W (reduced water absorption) Water absorption ≤ 5 g after 4 hours A (high abrasion resistance) Abrasion resistance ≤ 1,000 mm3 F (rapid-setting) Compressive strength ≥ 2,175 psi (15 MPa) after 24 hours Test Method Specification Standard Test Results ANSI A118.
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Approximate Coverage* r olous FA c a r Pl Ult ® Per 10 lbs. (4,54 kg). Coverages in sq. ft. (m2).
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r olous FA c a r Pl Ult ® 8" x 8" x 3/8" (200 x 200 x 10 mm) 518 (48,1) 259 (24,1) 173 (16,1) 130 (12,1) 87 (8,08) 65 (6,04) 52 (4,83) 44 (4,09) 12" x 12" x 3/8" (300 x 300 x 10 mm) 776 (72,1) 388 (36,0) 259 (24,1) 194 (18,0) 130 (12,1) 97 (9,01) 78 (7,25) 65 (6,04) 12" x 24" x 3/8" (300 x 600 x 10 mm) 1,035 (96,2) 518 (48,1) 345 (32,1) 259 (24,1) 173 (16,1) 130 (12,1) 104 (9,66) 87 (8,08) 13" x 13" x 3/8" (330 x 330 x 10 mm) 841 (78,1) 421 (39,1) 281 (26,1) 211 (19,6) 141 (