It is the trowel used that will determine how much mortar is needed.
On average, a 1/4" x 1/4" x 1/4" (6 x 6 x 6 mm) square trowel covers 80-100 sq. ft. (7.43 - 9.29 m²) per per 50 lb. (22.7 kg) bag.
A 1/4" x 3/8" x 1/4" (6 x 10 x 6 mm) square trowel covers 60 to 80 sq. ft. (5.57 - 7.43 m²) per 50 lb. (22.7 kg) bag.
A 1/2" x 1/2" x 1/2" (12 x 12 x 12 mm) square trowel covers 40 to 50 sq. ft. (3.72 - 4.64 m²) per bag.
The amount may vary from one mortar to another. Consult the product calculator for tile mortars and adhesives on our website.
Since the introduction of the BioBlock logo in 2003, MAPEI has continued to develop and expand the range and depth of products that include this technology. The list of MAPEI products that carry the BioBlock logo is evolving with the technology and is constantly growing. Look for these innovative products across the following categories: Liquid membranes, adhesives, sealants, caulks, mortars, grouts and finishes.
Regular cleaning is recommended, but the frequency depends on the usage in the area. For most installations and applications, the use of an appropriate cleaner, such as MAPEI's UltraCare Concentrated Tile & Grout Cleaner for floors, or UltraCare Everyday Stone, Tile & Grout Cleaner; UltraCare Everyday Stone Clean & Polish; and UltraCare Everyday Stone & Grout Cleaner & Resealer for countertops and backsplashes, is recommended routine maintenance.
Replacing grout is certainly one way to fix the problem. Instead, use UltraCare Grout Refresh, a water-based color seal, available in 40 standard grout colors. It’s made for refreshing the look of old, discolored grout, or completely changing the color of the existing grout. Don’t replace it, Grout Refresh it!
You can use Topcem Premix or Mapecem 102 to level your concrete slab. If you have freeze/thaw cycles in your area, substitute the mixing water for Planicrete AC to Topcem Premix or use Mapecem 202.
UltraCareGrout MAXimizer is not a sealer. It is a polymer additive, formulated specifically for use in standard cement-based grout mixtures to fortify the grout and help resist staining caused by water borne contaminants. Some premium sealers repel both water and oil-based staining.
Anyone with basic painting skills can use UltraCare Grout Refresh. The product container has a cone shaped applicator tip that easily directs the sealant to the grout joint. All it takes is a toothbrush, or similar nylon brush to spread it on the grout, plus a bucket of clean water and a clean damp sponge to remove the excess.
No, this grout requires no sealer and cures naturally from evaporation of the low level of water in the formulation; in any event, sealants do not adhere well to Flexcolor CQ grout, due to its formulation.
