YAPIFINE® JOINT FLEX

Silicone Added Flexible Tile Grout Mortar (1–6 mm) – CG2WA

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Cement based, high performance silicone added flexible tile grout mortar for joint applications up to 6 mm on linings such as tile and ceramic.

TECHNICAL PROPERTIES

 

Appearance

Grey / White / Beige powder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flexural Strength After Freeze – Thaw Cycles

 

≥ 2,5 N/mm²

Pot Life

1 hour

Application Temperature

Between +5°C and +30°C

Compressive Strength After Freeze – Thaw Cycles

 

≥ 15 N/mm²

Service Temperature

-30°C / +80°C

Time Before Use

1 day

 

Water Absorption

30 minutes

≤ 2 g

Crusting Time (+20°C)

20 minutes

240 minutes

≤ 5 g

Flexural Strength

≥ 2.5 N/mm²

Shrinkage

Abrasion Resistance by Taber Abraser

 

≤ 3 mm/m

≤ 1000 mm/m

 

Compressive Strength

≥ 15 N/mm²

Reaction to Fire

A1
Advantages

  • No dusting or cracking.

  • Resistant to impact and vibration.

  • Ensures smooth surface.

  • Does not scratch surfaces.

  • Long workability period.

Areas of Use

  • Interior and exterior horizontal and vertical applications

  • Pressed brick, glass mosaic and granite joint applications

  • Suitable for use in wet spaces such as bathrooms and kitchens

Method of Application

The prepared mortar is filled into the spaces with diagonal moves made with a rubber-ended squeegee or a joint trowel. The excess on the surface is removed with a soft-ended and wet spatula. Depending on the ambient temperature, 10-20 minutes after the application (when the material that was filled into the joint spaces loses its water and becomes dull) the thin joint residue on the surface should be cleaned with circular motions made with a wet sponge. The sponge used in this process should not be too soaked and the sponge should be cleaned frequently.

Packaging
  • 20 kg kraft bag
Storage and Shelf Life

The shelf life of the product is 12 months when it is stored on wooden pallets in a cool, dry and moisture free environment with an ambient temperature between +10°C and +25°C.

Safety Measures

The operator should be wearing proper work attire, goggles, mask and protective gloves appropriate to work and worker safety regulations.

In case of contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of water before seeking immediate medical attention. Rinse with plenty of water in case of contact with the skin.

Since it is cement based, do not breathe its powder.

For further information on the safe handling of this product please read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Surface Preparation

Make sure the ceramics are properly adhered so they do not move during joint application. Joint spaces should be freed from any kind of dust, dirt and cement residues that may prevent adherence. The joint spaces must be clean, free from any residual dust, dirt, cement or any other kind of substances that might prevent adhesion. The in-joint depth should be 2/3 of the thickness of the ceramic.

Joint spaces should be wiped with a sponge and wetted before application.

Application Conditions

Ambient temperature: Between +5 °C and +30 °C. Avoid application under strong wind or direct sunlight.

The indicated consumption amount is in general sense. The final consumption amount might vary depending on application conditions and surface characteristics.

Mixture Preparation

Pour YAPIFINE JOINT FLEX on 6.5 – 7.5 l of clean water slowly and mix to obtain a homogeneous paste free from lumps. Do not add any substances which are not mentioned in the instructions for the application.

Leave the mixture to rest and mature for 5-10 minutes. After mixing for 1-2 more minutes, the mortar is ready for application. Prepared mortar should be consumed within 1 hour. Expired mortars should not be used under any circumstances.

Consumption

Ceramic Size

Joint Width

2 mm

3 mm

4 mm

6 mm

10 x 10 cm

550 g/m²

700 g/m²

950 g/m²

1500 g/m²

20 x 20 cm

300 g/m²

400 g/m²

500 g/m²

750 g/m²

25 x 40 cm

200 g/m²

250 g/m²

300 g/m²

500 g/m²

33 x 33 cm

150 g/m²

200 g/m²

250 g/m²

450 g/m²

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

You can contact us to access the Safety Data Sheet.