Description
100% SOLIDS EPOXY MORTAR AND GROUT
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SikaTile®-825 Epoxy Grout is a premium, Epoxy Grout
and Mortar with Colored Quartz. It is a threecomponent, 100%-solids, epoxy grout and mortar
formulated for non-sag and non-slump in joints from
1/16″ (1.5mm) up to 3/8″ (10 mm) in width, watercleanable and easy to apply. SikaTile®-825 Epoxy Grout
uses colored quartz instead of pigment to achieve color
consistency, making it excellent for countertops, hightraffic areas, and areas needing stain and chemical
resistance.
USES
SikaTile®-825-Epoxy Grout is a 3-component, 100%
solids epoxy compound developed for sanitary
applications. SikaTile®-825 Epoxy Grout can be used for
setting and grouting ceramic tile, quarry tile, pavers, and
mosaics on horizontal and vertical surfaces. SikaTile®-
825 Epoxy Grout is an excellent setting material for
moisture-sensitive and resin-backed tile or stones such
as, black, red, and green marbles and metal-backed
stone medallions. Use in commercial breweries, dairies,
food processing facilities, distilleries, commercial and
residential kitchens, bathrooms, and pools. It produces a
high-strength mortar and grout that is stain resistant,
impermeable, and chemical and shock-resistant.
SUITABLE TILE TYPES
▪ Brick and thin brick
▪ Cement-based precast terrazzo
▪ Impervious porcelain and glass tile
▪ Various marbles (green, black, and red)
▪ Natural stone tile, granite, and slate
Vitreous, semi-vitreous or non-vitreous tile:
▪ Ceramic, mosaic, quarry, cement body tile
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RECOMMENDED SUBSTRATES
When used as a setting adhesive, SikaTile®-825-Epoxy
Grout can be installed in most interior and exterior
residential and commercial installations on floors over
the following recommended substrates:
▪ Brick Masonry
Cement Backer Board1 ▪
▪ Cement Mortar Beds (cured)
▪ Cement Terrazzo
▪ Ceramic Tile and Stone
▪ Concrete
Exterior Grade Plywood2 ▪
Gypsum Drywall2 ▪
▪ Gypsum Mortar Bed
Gypsum Oriented Strand Board2 ▪
▪ SikaLevel® Products
1 Consult cement backer board manufacturer for installation
recommendations and to verify acceptability for exterior use.
2 Interior Use Only.
CHARACTERISTICS / ADVANTAGES
Used for setting and grouting ceramic and quarry tile,
pavers, mosaics
▪
▪ Fill joint widths 1/8” to 3/8” (3.2 mm to 10 mm)
Excellent setting material for moisture sensitive and
resin-backed stones
▪
High strength mortar that is stain resistant,
impermeable, and chemical and shock resistant
▪
▪ Stain resistant and color consistent grout
Easy to apply with superior workability and water
cleanability
▪
▪ Non-sag and non-slump in joints, for use in both floor
and wall applications
▪ For interior and exterior applications
▪ Mold and mildew resistant
▪ No sealer required
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Sika® is committed to environmental responsibility in
both products produced and in manufacturing practices.
Use of this product can contribute towards LEED®
v4.1 certification:
▪ Up to 2 points towards MR Credit 5, Regional Materials
Up to 1 point towards IEQ Credit 4.1, Low-Emitting
Materials – Adhesives & Sealants
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APPROVALS / STANDARDS
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) — ANSI
A108.3 and A118.6 of the American National Standards
for the Installation of Ceramic Tile ASTM International
(ASTM)
Exceeds ANSI A118.3 specifications. Conforms to
requirements for chemical-resistant, water cleanable
tile setting and grouting epoxy found in ANSI A108.6
and ANSI A118.3.
▪
Resilient Floor Covering Institute – (RFCI)
Recommended Work Practices for Removal of Resilient
Floor Coverings
▪
Tile Council of North America (TCNA) – TCNA Handbook
for Ceramic Tile Installation, TCNA EJ171 Movement
Joint Guidelines.
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Property Test Method Requirement Typical
Results
Water
Cleanability
ANSI A118.3
Section 5.1
> 80 minutes > 90 minutes
Initial Set ANSI A118.3
Section 5.2
> 2 Hours > 5 Hours at
70oF (21oC)
Sag in
Vertical
Joints
ANSI A118.3
Section 5.4
No Change Pass
Shear Bond
Strength to
Quarry Tile
ANSI A118.3
Section 5.5
> 1,000 psi > 1,200 psi
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical Base Epoxy resin, hardener and colored quartz
Packaging 2 Gallon (7.57 L) Commercial Unit
Appearance / Color Available in 12 colors; Refer to SikaTile® grout kit or color card for actual
colors
Shelf Life 12 months from date of production when stored in original, sealed package
Storage Conditions Store in undamaged, original, sealed package, in dry conditions at 73⁰ F (23⁰C)
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Compressive Strength > 7,000 psi – Passes ANSI A118.3 Section 5.6 (requirement of >3,500 psi)
Shrinkage < 0.25% – Passes ANSI A118.3 Section 5.3
Tensile Adhesion Strength > 2,000 psi – Passes ANSI A118.3 Section 5.7 (requirement of >1,000 psi)
Joint width 1/16” to 3/8” (1.5 mm to 10 mm)
