Installation Guide

c. Grout no more than 10 square feet (3 square meters) at a time.
d. Using the rigid grout float, put a small amount of grout on the long edge of the float and firmly press the grout into
the grout joint. Do not work the grout across the face of the tile in a circular or swishing motion. Continue to work in
this manner around the edges of the tile in your working space.
e. Joints should be fully filled and free of gaps and voids. Grout should be flush with the bottom of the bevel or just
below the edge of the finished edge of the tile.
f. Use the short edge of the grout to remove excess grout from the joints. Hold the float at a 90° angle and move
diagonally down the length of the grout joint. Excess grout should be returned to the container for continued use.
g. Grout should be continually cleaned up during grouting. Use a clean, non-abrasive sponge specifically designed
for grouting. Grout sponge should be damp-dry for optimal cleaning- do not introduce large amounts of water on
the grout joints.
Initial grout cleaning (during installation for the small work area)
a. For best results, wait 10 minutes before beginning cleanup to allow the grout joint some time to firm up so it is not
pulled out of the joint during cleanup process. Do not wait longer than 40 minutes.
b. To clean, first soak sponge in cool clean water. Wring out most excess water, then pat the surface of the tile with
the damp sponge to loosen the film. Next, rinse the sponge in water a second time and wring out excess water completely.
c. Use the damp sponge in a light, circular motion to smooth joints and clean film from the tile. Avoid using excessive
amounts of water on the grout joints.
d. Turn sponge over to a clean side and draw diagonally across tiles to remove any remaining film.
e. For optimal results, follow these final clean-up steps: moisten a towel with clean water, wring out excess, then drag
a damp towel across surface diagonally. This will pick up remaining film.
f. If a light haze remains after cleaning, do not attempt to remove it with the sponge. Instead, leave the haze on the
surface and remove the next day with a damp sponge. Haze will easily come off of most tile surfaces.
NOTES:
• If excess water is used in the sponge during clean up, minor cracks or pinholes can develop. If the grout is over-worked,
it may appear to shrink down into joint. Should any of these things occur, simply apply a second coat to the affected areas.
You must allow your initial application to cure for 24 hours prior to your second application.
• Restrict traffic on the finished grout for 24 hours (light foot traffic) and 72 hours for heavy traffic and pets.
AUGUST 2016 9
Direct Glue Flooring
Installation Instructions