Nitotile EP Grout

constructive solutions

Chemical resistant epoxy grout for tiles

Uses

Instructions for use

As a grout for filling quarry and ceramic tile joints where

chemical and abrasion resistance properties are required
such as laboratories, food processing plants, hospitals,
abattoirs, kitchen and swimming pools etc.

Surface preparation

When fully cured Nitotile EP Grout is impervious to water

and other liquids and provides chemical - resistant joints
between walls and floor tiles. The grout may be used in tile
joints up to 12 mm wide in internal or external applications.

It is important that surfaces should be clean and free from

dust, loose particles and grease.
Oil and grease
contaminated concrete surfaces should be treated with
Fosroc Chemical Degreaser and then washed well with
clean water. Steel surfaces should be grit blasted to SA 2
and the grout applied within 3 hours of blasting.
Mixing

Advantages

Easy to clean-up during application - can be washed off

with water until initial set.

The base and hardener components should be individually

stirred to re-disperse any settlement. Base and hardener
should then be mixed until a uniform grey paste is obtained.
The filler should then be incorporated using a slow speed
drill and paddle.

Long work life - gives long adjustability time.

Applications

Waterproof - unaffected by water when cured.

The mixed grout should then be applied rubber trowel,

sweeping the grouting paste into the joints. Alternatively
use the hand operated gun to fill in the joints. Ensure that
all the joints are completely filled.

Easy to apply - fast application possible.

Interior or exterior use.

Chemical resistant - excellent resistance to acid and
alkalis.
High bond strength to steel, concrete and tiles.

After about 30 minutes or prior to the expiry of pot life of the

grout, clean the excess grout with a cellulose sponge and
clean warm water to provide neat finish surfaces.

Suitable for use in Middle East conditions.

Cleaning

Description

The grout can be removed from tiles and tools before initial
set using a damp rag. After initial set Fosroc Solvent 102
and/or mechanical removal is necessary.

Nitotile EP Grout is a 3 component solvent free epoxy resin

based grout consisting of a white base, a black hardener,
and specially selected fine fillers. The components are
mixed together to give a smooth, non-slump paste grout of
light grey colour.
Properties

A 12 kg pack containing Base, Hardener and Filler gives

approximately 6 litres mixed material.
Coverage

Specific gravity:
Colour (mix material):

2.0
Light grey

Pot life:
Initial set:
Initial cure:
Full cure:

@ 20oC
2 hours
8 hours
24 hours
7 days

@ 35oC
1 hour
4 hours
16 hours
4 days

Test
Method
ASTM C579-75
ASTM C307-61
ANSI A118.3
E5.5

Nitotile
EP Grout
2
70 N/mm
2
17 N/mm
2
7 N/mm

Compressive strength:
Tensile strength:
Bond shear strength:

Packaging

For 2 mm joints between 152 x 152 x 5.5 mm wall tiles, 12

2
kg pack will be sufficient for to grout approximately 60 m .
Precautions
Health and safety
Some people are sensitive to epoxy resin and may develop
dermatitis.
Direct contact with eyes will cause irritation and may cause
serious damage if left untreated. Any eye contamination
should be washed thoroughly with water and immediate
medical attention sought.

Page 1

Nitotile EP Grout
Technical support

Gloves and barrier creams, e.g. Kerodex 71 or Rozalex 9

should always be used when handling Nitotile EP Grout. If
contact with skin occurs resin removing creams such as
Kerocleanse 22 or Rozalex 42 should be used followed by
washing with soap and water. Do not use Solvent.

The company provides a technical advisory service for on

site assistance and for advice on evaluation trials and
dispensing equipment.

Nitotile EP Grout contains no toxic materials but care should

be taken to avoid inhalation of dust and to prevent material
entering the eyes. Powder material should be handled to
minimise dust formation, use light mask if excessive dust is
unavoidable.

Additional information
Nitotile EP Grout is part of a range of Fosroc tile adhesives
and tile grouts. In addition, Fosroc manufactures a range of
complementary products which includes water proofing
membranes, joint sealants, grouting, anchoring and
specialised flooring materials.

Flash points
(Able closed cup method IP33)
Nitotile EP Grout Base:
Nitotile EP Grout Hardener:
Nitotile EP Grout Filler:
Fosroc Solvent 102:

Additionally, a wide range for products specifically designed

for the repair and refurbishment of damaged reinforced
concrete is available. This includes hand-placed and spray
grade repair mortars, fluid micro-concretes, chemical
resistant epoxy mortars and a comprehensive package of
protective coatings.

Over 100oC
o
Over 100 C
Not applicable
o
37 C

Storage

For further information please contact your local Fosroc

office.

Shelf life 12 months under normal ambient conditions.

Important note:
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard Conditions for the
Supply of Goods and Services, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that any advice,
recommendation, specification of information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous
control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products,
whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation of information given by it.

Fosam Company Limited

Head Office
Post Box 11081
Jeddah 21453
Saudi Arabia

www.fosroc.com

Telephone: +966 2 637 5345

Fax: +966 2 637 5891

email: fosam@fosroc.com

Regional Offices
Jeddah Sales Office
Jeddah Showroom
Riyadh
Dammam
Khamis Mushayt

Tel: (02) 608 0999

Tel: (02) 665 0187
Tel: (01) 482 9303
Tel: (03) 814 1282
Tel: (07) 250 0469

Fax: (02) 635 3330

Fax: (02) 667 4844
Fax: (01) 482 7562
Fax: (03) 814 1581
Fax: (07) 250 0469

Yanbu
Makkah
Medinah
Jubail
CSD

Tel: (04) 322 4280

Tel: (02) 542 0869
Tel: (04) 845 1767
Tel: (03) 362 3904
Tel: (02) 608 0999

Fax: (04) 391 2980

Fax: (02) 542 0869
Fax: (04) 846 3195
Fax: (03) 362 3875
Fax: (02) 635 3330

Registered Office: Industrial Area, Phase 4, Road No. 414, Street No. 407

Page 2

FO SA/NITOTILE EP GROUT/05/A