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SDS
S-693 FlexStrong™ Premixed Sanded Acrylic Grout SDS
For Use With
For use with Armstrong Flooring groutable vinyl tile. For use with the following Installation Systems:
Product Information
| Type | Premixed sanded acrylic grout |
| Color | Available in a variety of colors |
| Taggants | None |
| Float | Hard epoxy |
| Units | 1 quart (946 mL) and 1 gallon (3.78 L) |
| Open Time | Approximately 3-8 minutes |
| Working Time | Up to 10 minutes (working times may vary based on jobsite conditions, substrates, temperature and humidity) |
| Shelf Life | 2 years, unopened |
| Freeze/Thaw Stable | No, keep from freezing |
| VOC Content | 15 g/L; calculated and reported, SCAQMD 1168 |
| Clean Up | Use clear cool water and a sponge. Do not allow grout to dry on face. |
| Advantages | Premixed-ready to use Resists cracking Color consistent Stain resistant Easy clean up |
| Language | English |
| Size | 1-quart 1-gallon |
| Carton Dimensions | 1-quart -19.313″ L x 14.125″ W x 5″ H 1 gallon – 15.5″ L x 15.5″ W x 7.75″ H |
| Carton Weight | 1-quart – 21 lbs 1-gallon – 50.3 lbs |
| Items per Carton | 1-quart – 12 1-gallon – 4 |
| Cartons per Pallet | 1-quart – 36 1-gallon – 36 |
| Weight per Gallon | 1-quart – 1.75 lbs 1-gallon – 12.59 lbs |
Coverage
| Coverage for 16″ x 16″ (41 cm x 41 cm) Tile Per Quart | 112 sq. ft./qt. (10.4 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/16″ joint spacing 81 sq. ft./qt. (7.5 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/8″ joint spacing 68 sq. ft./qt. (6.3 sq. m./946 mL) with 3/16″ joint spacing 56 sq. ft./qt. (5.2 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 16″ x 16″ (41 cm x 41 cm) Tile Per Gallon | 451 sq. ft./gal. (41.8 sq. m./3.78 L) with 1/16″ joint spacing 325 sq. ft./gal. (30.2 sq. m./3.78 L) with 1/8″ joint spacing 275 sq. ft./gal. (25.5 sq. m./3.78 L) with 3/16″ joint spacing 225 sq. ft./gal. (20.9 sq. m./3.78 L) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 8″x16″ (20.3 cm x 40.6 cm) Per Quart | 116 sq. ft/qt (10.7 sq. m/946 mL) with 1/16″ joint spacing 58 sq. ft/qt (5.3 sq. m/946 mL) with 1/8″ joint spacing 39 sq. ft/qt (3.6 sq. m/946 mL) with 3/16″ joint spacing 29 sq. ft/qt (2.6 sq. m/946 mL) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 8″x16″ (20.3 cm x 40.6 cm) Per Gallon | 465 sq. ft/gal (43.1 sq. m/3.78 L) with 1/16″ joint spacing 235 sq. ft/gal (21.8 sq. m/3.78 L) with 1/8″ joint spacing 156 sq. ft/gal (14.4 sq. m/3.78 L) with 3/16″ joint spacing 117 sq. ft/gal (10.8 sq. m/3.78 L) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 12″x24″ (30.5 cm x 61.2 cm) Per Quart | 270 sq. ft/qt (10.4 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/16″ joint spacing 136 sq. ft/qt (12.6 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/8″ joint spacing 90 sq. ft/qt (8.3 sq. m./946 mL) with 3/16″ joint spacing 68 sq. ft/qt (6.3 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 12″x24″ (30.5 cm x 61.2 cm) Per Gallon | 1080 sq. ft/gal (100.3 sq. m/3.78 L) with 1/16″ joint spacing 545 sq. ft/gal (50.6 sq. m/3.78 L) with 1/8″ joint spacing 363 sq. ft/gal (33.7 sq. m/3.78 L) with 3/16″ joint spacing 272 sq. ft/gal (25.2 sq. m/3.78 L) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 6″ x 36″ (15.24 cm x 91.44 cm) Plank Per Quart | 72 sq. ft./qt. ( 6.69 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/16″ joint spacing 52 sq. ft./qt. ( 4.83 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/8″ joint spacing 45 sq. ft./qt. ( 4.18 sq. m./946 mL) with 3/16″ joint spacing 36 sq. ft./qt. ( 3.34 sq. m./946 mL) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
| Coverage for 6″ x 36″ (15.24 cm x 91.44 cm) Plank Per Gallon | 290 sq. ft./gal. ( 26.94 sq. m./3.78 L) with 1/16″ joint spacing 209 sq. ft./gal. ( 19.41 sq. m./3.78 L) with 1/8″ joint spacing 177 sq. ft./gal. ( 16.44 sq. m./3.78 L) with 3/16″ joint spacing 145 sq. ft./gal. ( 13.47 sq. m./3.78 L) with 1/4″ joint spacing |
Product Features
| FEATURE | BENEFIT |
| Uniform color | Consistent color throughout the floor |
| Flexibility | Minimizes cracking with slight movements in the floor |
| Stain-resistant | Easier to maintainGrout cleans to its original color |
| Premixed formula | No mixing required, can use right away, less mess |
| Cleans up easily with water | Saves time on installation |
| Can use for 1/16″, 1/8″, 3/16″ and 1/4″ joint widths | Provides more layout options |
| No sealing required | Saves time on installation, saves money – no need to purchase sealers |
| Ready for light traffic in 24 hours | Less disruption to household |
Warranty
This product will be free from manufacturing defects and will not break down or deteriorate under normal usage when used in accordance with our Product Specification Sheet and our installation and maintenance instructions, applicable building codes and regulations, and standard industry practices.
Sustainability
Sustainable Design Information
LEED Credit Information – Installation Products
Application Instructions
See attachment below for procedures for applying S-693 Grout
Use at temperatures between 65°F (18°C) and 90°F (32°C).
For interior use only. Recommended for grout joints 1/16″–1/4″ wide. Not recommended for underwater areas.
Surface Preparation: Before grouting, make sure tiles are firmly bonded and clean. All grout joints must be clean and dry.
Application:
- Work only a small area at a time, [6–10 ft.2, (0.5–1.0 m2)].
- Using a rigid float, fully pack the premixed grout into the open joints between tiles.
- Avoid spreading grout over the entire tile surface. Rather, try to apply it only in the immediate area of the open joints.
- Make sure all joints are free of gaps and voids.
- Remove excess grout from the tile, moving the float on the edge diagonally across the tile surfaces while the premixed grout is still fresh.
- The grout surface should be flush with the tile edge.
Cleaning:
- Allow the grout to firm-up prior to clean-up. The set time (3–8 min.) may vary depending on the temperature and the humidity condition.
- Apply a very light film of water over the grouted tile surface using a spray bottle.
- Allow the water to sit on the tile surface for 20–30 seconds.
- Using a clean, damp, white 3M pad, very gently rub diagonally across the grout joints to loosen the grout haze.
- Then take a clean damp flat square sponge and slowly wipe diagonally across the tile to remove the remaining grout and water. Repeat until the surface is clean. Use two buckets of clean water; one for rinsing most of the grout residue and the other for moistening the sponge for the following clean-up.
Final Clean-Up:
- Allow the grout to dry for 24 hours prior to final clean-up. Use a clean damp flat square sponge to wipe off the remaining grout haze. Armstrong Flooring Once ’n Done® and a white 3M™ pad may also be used to remove grout residue. Rinse with clear water.
- Grout sealers are not recommended for Armstrong Flooring Premixed Sanded Acrylic Grout.
- Armstrong Flooring Once ’n Done is recommended for continued routine maintenance.
- If the grout becomes damaged or there is a void or low spot in the grout joint, premixed grout may be re-applied on top of existing grout.
Protection:
- Ready for light traffic in 24 hours. Wait at least 72 hours prior to moving any furniture on the floor.
Do not use Armstrong Flooring New Beginning® or other floor strippers for cleaning the grout or maintaining the grouted installation as they are too harsh and will degrade premixed acrylic grout.
Product Data Table
| Color | Color Code | Gallon Model Number | Quart Item Number |
| Glacier | A1 | 693408A | 693124A |
| Smoke | B2 | 693408B | 693124B |
| Sandalwood | C3 | 693408C | 693124C |
| Mushroom | D4 | 693408D | 693124D |
| Gypsum | E5 | 693408E | 693124E |
| Driftwood | F6 | 693408F | 693124F |
| Cocoa | G7 | 693408G | 693124G |
| Shale | H8 | 693408H | 693124H |
| Sea Shell | I9 | 693408I | 693124I |
| Mist | J10 | 693408J | 693124J |
| Silver Cloud | K11 | 693408K | 693124K |
| Corn Silk | L12 | 693408L (Disc 6/24) | 693124L |
| Blue Ash | M13 | 693408M | 693124M |