Use and Care Manual

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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN

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DESCRIPTION

Part A consists of a mixture of epoxy resin, inert substances

based on glass beads with a fine particle size and components

of organic origin. Part B consists of a mixture of amine-based

hardeners.

The main features of the product are:

● Translucent color that allows light refraction

● Smooth finish thanks to the fine particle size of the glass

beads

● Extremely easy application and cleaning with clean potable

water

● High mechanical strength

● Water proof

● Total absence of cracks or crazing after hardening

● Excellent chemical resistance

FIELDS OF APPLICATION

While Starlike

Crystal is used exclusively for grouting

transparent and artistic glass mosaics, with Starlike

ColorCrystal it is possible, after identifying the most suitable

colour combination, to achieve “tone on tone” grouting even in

the case of non-transparent mosaics, further enhancing the

mosaic itself. The colour range of Starlike

Color Crystal was

designed in order to be adaptable to a wide range of mosaics.

In the case of traditional substrate such as cement plasters,

backerboard, paneling, sheet rock, etc. the mosaic tiles must

be bonded using Litokol’ s Hyperflex K100 white adhesive, a

class C2TES2 cement adhesive or Litoelastic, a two-

component reactive adhesive class R2T depending on the

type of substrate. Please read the relative technical data

sheets for correct use.

Thanks to the feature of Starlike

ColorCrystal it is possible to

get a glass mosaic surfaces with effects of considerable value

and visual impact such as:

● Creating backlit interior wall. Backlit coatings of bars or

public places.

● Floors and walls in bathrooms, kitchens, showers etc.

● Furnishing surfaces such as columns, tables etc.

Starlike

ColorCrystal can also be used to grout artistic

surfaces, i.e. compositions made up of mosaic tile of murals,

blends or patterns which are rich color, nuances and shadows.

If the grouting of these are done with traditional colored

materials, the appearance of the art work represented is

compromised, because the traditional colored grout creates a

discontinuity of color between the mosaic tiles. Conversely,

using Starlike

ColorCrystal, thanks to its semi-transparency,

the art work retains the original nuances of the composition,

creating a “neutral”, colorless grouting that does not interfere

with the image, it remains a neutral effect blends into the the

tile work.

PRELIMINARY CHECKS AND PREPARATION OF

JOINTS

Make sure that the adhesive used for bonding the mosaic is

completely dry and hardened. The joints must be completely

DRY, CLEAN, FREE OF DUST and EMPTY for the entire

thickness of the mosaic tile to ensure the translucent effect of

the product. If after initial application and cleaning there is a

need to apply more grout those areas must be fully dried or the

joints where grout is reapplied over wet joints will turn cloudy

and must be removed and dried before re-application. Please

ASSURE there is NO WATER or residual high HUMIDITY in the

joints prior to grout. The presence of WATER or high HUMIDITY

may produce unexpected results including the formatio

MIXING RATIO

COMPONENT A 100 parts in weight

COMPONENT B 8,3 parts in weight

The two components are pre-dosed in their respective packs

within the pail.

PACKS

5.5 pounds plastic bucket

11 pounds plastic bucket

PREPARING THE MIXTURE

Open the bucket and remove all the components (yellowish

liquid Component part B in the plastic pouch, instruction

booklet and separation disc) Part A is the premixed paste

material in the bottom of the bucket. Cut one corner of the

plastic pouch (part B) containing the hardening agent / catalyst,

and pour it onto Part A (paste). The 2 Components A and B are

STARLIKE

COLOR CRYSTAL

TWO-COMPONENT COLOURED ACID RESISTANT TRANSLUCENT EPOXY

MORTAR FOR GROUTING OF ALL TYPES OF GLASS MOSAICS WITH JOINTS UP

TO 1/8” (3.175 mm) WIDE

Summary of content (7 pages)

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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN STARLIKE® COLOR CRYSTAL TWO-COMPONENT COLOURED ACID RESISTANT TRANSLUCENT EPOXY MORTAR FOR GROUTING OF ALL TYPES OF GLASS MOSAICS WITH JOINTS UP TO 1/8” (3.175 mm) WIDE DESCRIPTION Part A consists of a mixture of epoxy resin, inert substances based on glass beads with a fine particle size and components of organic origin. Part B consists of a mixture of amine-based hardeners.
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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN pre-packaged in the correct mixing Ratio as indicated above. It is mandatory to pour out the entire contents of the Component B, rolling and squeezing the plastic pouch progressively from the sealed side towards the cut side. Part A Part B Mix using an electric drill with the paddle at low speed until achieving a smooth mixture without lumps. When the 2 components are properly mixed you will notice a homogeneous, uniform paste without color variation.
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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN empty the joints and leaving product marks on the surface. Dispense a sufficient quantity of clean water onto the grouted surface. The water dissolves the epoxy resin of the grout mixture and enables ease of cleaning. Perform an initial cleaning using a White Pad/ felt in a circular motion with little to no pressure applied to the pad in order to seal all sides of the mosaic tiles precisely and to remove any excess material from the surface.
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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN WARNINGS • The product can only be applied for grouting transparent or artistic glass mosaics with joints not exceeding 1/8” (3.175 mm). • Apply the product preferably at temperatures between 65 and 75°F. Do not apply at temperatures very low or with high humidity to prevent the formation of surface carbonation which could affect the uniformity of the color. • Remove any excess product promptly from the surface of the mosaic while still soft.
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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN APPLICATION DATA Recommended adhesives for laying mosaics Cement foundations, plaster of Paris base, old tiles: Hyperflex K100 Wood, metal, fibreglass-reinforced plastic panelling: Litoelastic Plexiglass: Primer 1217 + OTTOCOL M501 transparent Glass: OTTOCOL M501 transparent Recommended Trowel for the Adhesive Trowel with 1/8” square notches, always follow manufacturers recommendations Waiting time for grouting after adhesion 24 hours or recommended by the adhesive instruct
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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN COVERAGE AREA with 1 BUCKET OF 5.5 Pounds Tile Size (inches) and Thickness Coverage (square feet) JOINT WIDTH 1/16 ˝ 1/8 ˝ 5/8 x 5/8 x 1/8 44 22 1 x 1 x 1/8 44 22 1 x 1 x 1/4 22 11 2 x 2 x 1/4 44 22 4 x 8 x 1/4 116 58 6 x 6 x 1/4 130 64 DO NOT USE AS AN ADHESIVE CONSUMPTION 1.5 kg/m² for mosaics 20 x 20 mm thickness 3 mm (joint = 3.175 mm) 3.0 kg/m² for mosaics 10 x 10 mm thickness 3 mm (joint = 3.
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PRODUCT TO GROUT AND CLEAN CHEMICAL RESISTANCE TABLE (the table is a summary of the chemical resistance testing performed in accordance with UNI EN 12808 specifications CHEMICAL RESISTANCE OF installed STARLIKE® COLORCRYSTAL grout Group Name Tannic Acid Tartaric Acid Oxalic Acid 2,5 5 37 10 2,5 5 10 25 50 1,5 50 96 10 10 10 Ammonia in solution Caustic Soda 25 50 Sodium Hypochlorite Conc.