Description
Comparing Cement Grout and Epoxy Grout is like comparing a push-bike to a motor cycle. Furthermore, unlike other epoxy grouts on the market, the Starlike PRO catalyst component is labelled only as an irritant. It is neither corrosive nor hazardous for the environment. This is so important for the user – it makes it a bit more expensive but is so well worth it.
Decorative epoxy gel (6th generation) for the grouting of joints from 1 to 20 mm for all types of glass, porcelain stoneware, marble, granite and natural stones. Colour is embedded in glass microspheres guaranteeing solidity, uniformity and total colour stability. For waterproof, stain-resistant and UV-resistant joints with extreme chemical-mechanical resistance and thermal shock resistance. Extremely lightweight, super easy to spread, and easy to clean. Classified RG – EN 13888 and R2 T – EN 12004. Suitable for direct contact with food substances. Product with ultra-low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
- Review the “Usage Instructions” tab before use.
- 2.5kg tub.
- Nero Antico is a really deep black.
- Two-part epoxy grout. Both parts included in the tub.
- Food Safe –
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- store unused UNMIXED product separately in an air-tight manner (such as a a zip-lock bag), in the original tub
- Apply with a WHITE sponge-scourer to clean off this product. Tick the box above to add some to your order. I cut mine into quarters for ease of use.
- Can be used as both a grout and an adhesive.
If you find it difficult to remove residual grout haze after the product has cured, Litonet Gel can help.
Special Order Products are not always held in stock and may have to be ordered in from our suppliers. As such your order may incur a delivery delay.
- Cannot be combined with any other product in the same order. If you require other products, please place a separate order for them.
- Not eligible for local collection.
- Extra Express Post Shipping costs will depend on your postcode. If required, please contact me and I will provide a quotation.
There are no returns for change of mind, cancellations or exchanges on Special Order Products.
Free Postage on orders above $250 will not apply if a Seniors/Pension Discount code is used. Please consider carefully which option presents the best value to you.
Some errors may occur in shipping calculations, due to the complexities of combining products in one order. If you have overpaid shipping I will refund, or issue a credit. If you have underpaid, I will invoice for the difference.
I operate this business without assistance. Whilst I DO endeavour to ship as soon as I possibly can, I cannot guarantee to ship out the same day as the order is received. I am currently shipping orders on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays.
I package carefully. However, damage may occur during transit. Product is shipped entirely at your own risk.
International Shipping:
My website does not allow international customers to check out. Please e-mail me a list of the products you want (you can create a wishlist and email it to me), your shipping address and the preferred method of payment. I will prepare a quote and email it to you. If acceptable, I will send a payment request/invoice. Items will be shipped once payment has cleared.
Apologies – I do NOT ship glass internationally.
Your understanding is appreciated.
- – Joint width: From 1 to 20mm
- – Initial Set time: > 2hrs.
- 7hrs to reach 90% hardness (based on Manufacturers recommendations)
- – Ready for Submersion: 5 days, Swimming Pools 7 days.
- – Shrinkage: less than .25%
- – Ultra-low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions
- – Contains recycled materials
- – Antimicrobial – inhibits the growth of mold and spores.
- – Level 2 Recycled Crystal Microsphere® technology
- – Zherorisk®- Oxirane Free. Does not contain C12 – C14.
- – Not dangerous for applicator/environment. Defender Anti-Microbial – Prevents the growth of bacteria and mold on the surface.
- – Extremely creamy, lightweight, super easy to spread, and easy to clean. Does not contain any of the chemical pigments found in common epoxy grouts.
Colour Technology:
Contains 200 million quartz microspheres per kg (Microspheric diameter 60-200 µm).
Contains 85 million glass microbeads per kg (Microspheric diameter 60-180 µm). Recycled
Technical Data Sheet:
Coloured Epoxy Grout TDS
This food safe, stain proof, UV resistant is amazing: It is fully submersible, bacteriostatic, safe for the environment, and non-hazardous for the user. The product has been used in ponds in Europe for many years. The Manufacturer warrants a useable shelf life of 36 months from production date, but I have personally used product much older than this without issue.
It is incredibly easy to use – no harsh chemicals or solvents required: just a light pressure with a non-scratching scourer sponge and plenty of water is all that is needed. The product contains an in-built cleaning agent that is activated by water so yes, water is your friend. Check out my Video on another tab to see how easy it truly is (the grout used in the video is the translucent variant, but the application and clean-up method is the same)
- – Spans joints up to 20mm wide
- – Remains workable for more than 90 minutes
- – Can be used in ambient temperature of 10ºC – 30ºC
- – The initial cure time is approx. 2hrs (dependant on ambient temps)
- – Bird baths can be filled 5 days after grouting, larger ponds should be left to fully cure for 1 week.
Starlike Pro can be coloured using Resin colourants for use in darker coloured areas of your mosaic. I recommend Passion Pastes from Colour Passion https://colourpassion.net.au/
Indicative Grout Coverage:
Use approximately the same amount as you would with cement grout. I have found that it seems to take slightly less than you would use of cementitious grout.
I have developed an Epoxy Grout Usage calculator for use with Litokol grouts. It is available to download for FREE here. It works in metric (millimetres/grams) and imperial (inches/ounces) measurements, and is based on the manufacturer’s published ratio of 94 parts by weight (Component A) to
Use this, and you’ll probably be safe and have a small amount leftover. Of course, It’s going to vary. If you are working with 3D pieces, you’ll have to work out an equivalent flat area.
Read about the differences between Cement and Epoxy grout here: WHAT MAKES THIS GROUT DIFFERENT?
Application/Clean-up:
- Once mixed, apply immediately – DO NOT SLAKE – Just dollop it on!
- Ensure all gaps are filled in
- I spread the product sparingly over the surface – there is no need to leave a thick covering over your work
- Once covered you can now start to clean off – do not wait for the product to haze or crust over.
- Using a VERY wet scourer (squeeze out sufficiently so the water doesn’t run down your arm), GENTLY rub n a circular or diagonal movement across all of the work. Clean the scourer in clean water frequently
- The surface will turn white – this is what you want. This is the product emulsifying with the water.
- Once all covered, wring out the scourer/sponge well.
- Using the well-wrung sponge side, GENTLY remove the excess white residue.
- Using our normal grout cleaning products (min-spatulas, picks etc). clean out the joints.
- In hotter weather, I find it handy to have a spray bottle of clean water to make sure any sticky residue is removed.
- Polish your work with a soft lint-free cloth (old T-shirts are ideal)
Tool Clean-up:
Rinse off all tools in water. Allow residue left in your water bucket to settle. Pour off water into a rough area of the garden. Any gritty residue should be binned.
As with any grout, do not let any product into your plumbing pipes.
To use this grout as an adhesive:
- – To ensure perfect adhesion, apply a scratch coat of the mixed product using a smooth trowel
- – Immediately after apply the required thickness with a notched trowel.
- – Do not allow the product to skin over before affixing tesserae
- – Grout whilst product is still fresh
- – Clean-up as normal.
