PATCHING COMPOUNDS

 

  1. When shower can be used after grouting: 24 hours.
  2. Area where tub meets tile: Do not use grout. This is what it means by grout is not a tub chalk. Use caulking compound in such an area where movement occurs or flexibility is required such as fiberglass tub enclosures.
  3. Use grout on floor: Yes.
  4. Removing dry grout: Gently scrape with putty knife or razorblade (may need to soften with damp sponge from hot water for ready to use variety).
  5. Tinting Ready to Use & Powder Grout: Use tints for Latex Paint not oil base. For powder, tint must be water-soluble.
  6. Curing time for LevelBest: Less than 1/2 inch thick = 4-6 hours, 1/2 inch or more = 24 hours.

    7. Sets in 1 hour.

  7. LevelBest curing too fast: Can be from poor water quality or iron in water - Add 1 Tablespoon white vinegar per 5 pounds or use bottled water.
  8. Tinting/Painting LevelBest: Will take oil base stain. Can paint but use primer first.
  9. LevelBest & exterior surfaces or moisture areas: NO - gypsum based & is affected by water.
  10. Use LevelBest with self-stick tiles: Yes - Paint surface with adhesive promoter first.
  11. LevelBest over old adhesive or tiles: No - surface must be clean & free of old tile, linoleum & dirt. Recommend Adhesive Remover or SuperStrip to remove old mastics & adhesives.
  12. Note: 1 gallon of water weighs 8 lbs.