Tile grouts and silicones – ProfSystem

Kiilto Pro Silicone E

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Application

Kiilto Pro Silicone E is a one-component sanitary silicone. Complies with requirements of EN 15651-3:2012 standard. Not suitable for aquariums or natural stone, such as marble. For fixing mirrors and toilet seats, we recommend Kiilto Masa.

Instructions for use

The surface to be jointed must be dry, free from dust and grease. Unscrew the cap from the extrusion tip. Cut open the cone at the front end of the cartridge. Screw the extrusion tip in place and cut it to the desired size. Press silicone to the joint and smooth it immediately by using a trowel or fingertip moistened with clean water. Leave the extrusion tip in place and close the cartridge with the cap properly after use. To facilitate cleaning, apply, for example, masking tape on both sides of the joint. Remember to remove the tape right after application.

When renewing silicone joints, the old silicone must be removed. In addition, remove mould spots, if any, with e.g. Kiilto Kodin Klorite according to instructions.

Kiilto Clean

admin — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:55:52 +0000

Application

Kiilto Clean Laattapesu is an effective cleaner for removing grout film and residue from newly laid ceramic tiles and acidic-resistant stone surfaces. Suitable also for removing rust and limescale from ceramic tile surfaces and sanitary porcelain. Kiilto Clean Laattapesu is corrosive. Not suitable for marble or limestone.

Instructions for use

Always wet the surface before applying Kiilto Clean Laattapesu cleaner. Normal use: Kiilto Clean Laattapesu is diluted 25–50 ml to 5 L lukewarm water, use a plastic bucket. Apply on the surface and let take effect 10–20 minutes, then rinse with plenty of water. Use of a brush or sponge will improve and speed up the cleaning result. Undiluted Kiilto Clean Laattapesu cleaner can be used for stubborn rust and limescale.

Environment and safety

Avoid unnecessary skin contact and exposure with the fresh product, use safety gloves. Refer to material safety data sheet. For information on product and package disposal, visit www.kiilto.com.

Kiilto Seal

admin — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:53:38 +0000

Instructions for use

The surface/joint to be treated with Kiilto Seal Saumasuoja must be dry and clean. Only for inorganic surfaces.

Apply Kiilto Seal Saumasuoja in a thin coat with a sponge, cloth or mop. Application tools must be dry. The more porous the surface, the more Kiilto Seal Saumasuoja you will need. Avoid ponds. After drying for 24 h, the joint will be water and dirt repellent. We recommend testing Kiilto Seal Saumasuoja on a small area prior to use, since it may darken the colour of the surface. Surface treated with Kiilto Seal Saumasuoja cannot be painted, waxed or lacquered. Stains and other dirt must be removed while fresh and the treatment with Kiilto Seal Saumasuoja repeated, if needed.

Kiilto Pro Sanitary Silicone

admin — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:25:13 +0000

Application

Kiilto Pro Sanitary Silicone is a one-component neutral silicone. Complies with the requirements EN 15651-3:2012 standard. Not for aquariums or natural stone, eg. marble. For mounting mirrors and toilet seats we recommend Kiilto Masa. When installing single small tiles and higher thermal resistance is needed (+150 °C), you can use grey silicone.

Instructions for use

The surface to be jointed must be dry, free from dust and grease. Solid foam plastic profile can be used as joint bottom filler.

Unscrew the cap from the extrusion tip. Cut open the cone at the front end of the cartridge. Screw the extrusion tip in place and cut it to the desired size. Press silicone to the joint and smooth it immediately
by using a trowel or fingertip moistened with clean water. Leave the extrusion tip in place and close the cartridge with the cap properly after use. To facilitate cleaning, apply, for example, masking tape on
both sides of the joint. Remember to remove the tape right after application.

When renewing silicone joints, the old silicone must be removed. Inaddition, remove mold spots, if any, with e.g. Kiilto Kodin Klorite according to instructions.

Kiilto Pro Tile Grout

admin — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:19:30 +0000

Application

Kiilto Pro Tile grout is a low-emission M1-classified tile grout for grouting ceramic tiles and clinker as well as other ceramic materials. Joint width 1–6 mm. Joint depth must be 3 mm at the minimum.

Instructions for use

Grouting can be done 5 h – 3 days after the tiling work depending on the adhesive, the substrate and the prevailing conditions.

At the time of grouting the temperature of the subsurface, tile grout and tiles must be above +5 C°. Underfloor heating must be turned off approx. 24 hours before tiling commences and can be turned on ca. 1 week after tiling. Let the tile grout dry at least 24 hours before taking the room/area into use. Not suitable for areas that are permanently under water (for example, swimming pools).

Mixing: 10 kg of Kiilto Pro Tile grout is poured into cold, clean water using an electric stirrer. Let dissolve in water for 10–15 min. and re-stir once again. The mix must be used within 2-3 hours.

Grouting: Spread the mortar with a rubber trowel diagonally over the joints by filling and strongly pressing the joints with mortar. Let dry until the mortar no longer sticks to fingers (wall tiles usually for 15–30 min, floor tiles 30-60 min.) and then clean with a damp sponge. Too early cleaning or excess water may cause discolouring of joints. Dispose of dirty washing water regularly and replace with clean water to get more even joints and to minimise limescale. It is easy to shape and tighten the joints, for example, with a splinter while cleaning. After the mortar has dried, clean the surface with a dry cloth or cotton waste. Moisten the joints with clean water (for example by spraying) after the final cleaning for 1–3 times during the first 24 hours.

For sealing of movement joints, junctures between materials behaving differently (for example corners and inlets) as well as junctures between tiles and other surface materials, use elastic Kiilto Saniteettisilikoni. Note! It is recommended that unglazed tiles are moistened before grouting.

When installing porous tiles, test beforehand to see how the mortar washes off from the tile surface.

Avoid colours that differ greatly from the colour of the tiling. When grouting soap rock or other porous materials, carefully follow the tile manufacturer’s instructions.

When grouting tiles with low joints (glass mosaic or wall tiles with faux joints), Kiilto Pro Tile grout improved with Kiilto Strong Saumavahviste can be used, provided that the joint width and depth is 1 mm at the minimum. Choose a light colour, since dark colours in joints of varying depths may differ. We do not recommend jointing of floor tiles with faux joints, since hard wear may result in cracking of the grout. For more detailed instructions, visit www.kiilto.com.