Litokol StyleGrout Tech is a flexible cement-based grout, here in dark brown. It comes as a powder in a 3 kg bag and is mixed with water. It is used for grouting ceramics, porcelain stoneware, mosaics, large slabs and natural stone, on floors and walls, indoors and outdoors.
Color & atmosphere
Brown-3 is a deep brown, almost espresso. Against light tiles, it creates a distinct outline, while with dark wood-look stoneware it appears more subdued.
Product & application
StyleGrout Tech falls into class CG2WA according to EN 13888 and ISO 13007-3. This is an improved cement-based grout with reduced water absorption and high abrasion resistance. The joint remains full and smooth, and the product is formulated to prevent efflorescence.
- Ceramic tiles, porcelain stoneware and single- or double-fired tiles
- Ceramic and glass mosaics
- Large format tiles and thin laminated stoneware slabs
- Marble, granite, natural stone and reconstituted stone
- Terracotta and clinker
- Wet rooms, showers, swimming pools, fountains, spas and hammams
- Terraces, balconies, facades and industrial floors
- Underfloor heating
Polished porcelain stoneware and natural stone often have micropores in the surface, which can cause discoloration of the tile or make it difficult to clean. The manufacturer recommends always making a test joint in such cases.
Substrate & compatibility
First, check that the tile adhesive is completely dry and cured. The joints must be clean, dust-free, open over the full tile thickness, and any adhesive residue that has run into the joint must be removed. Remove plastic tile spacers before grouting; butt joints without space are not permitted.
- For highly absorbent tiles or in warm weather: moisten the joints first with a damp sponge
- Do not apply to damp substrates or in case of rising damp
- Do not add lime, cement or other materials to the product
- For expansion, corner and connection joints, use an elastic sealant, not grout
For indoor work, calculate separation joints every 20 to 25 m² and outdoors every 9 to 15 m². Outdoors, these joints must also be finished watertight.
Processing
First, pour the water into a clean bucket and slowly add the powder while mixing with a drill and mixer until a lump-free mass is formed. Let the mixture rest for approximately 3 minutes, then mix again for a few more seconds. Mixing by hand is not recommended.
- Approximately 0.8 liters of water per 3 kg bag, which is 26 to 28%
- Process between +5 °C and +35 °C
- Approximately 50 minutes working time at +23 °C
- Apply with a rubber float, diagonally to the joint direction
- After 15 to 30 minutes, as soon as the product becomes matte, wash off with a well-wrung sponge
Adhere to the water mixture: more water causes shrinkage and lower final strength, and different amounts of water between two tubs result in color differences in the final result. Do not wash off too early - if the product is still plastic, you will partly empty the joint and the color will be uneven. Adding water after the bonding has started is not allowed.
Remove haze with a clean cloth after hardening. If residues remain on the tile, they can be removed six to seven days after grouting with Litoclean or Litoclean EVO. Do not use these cleaners on non-acid-resistant materials such as marble or limestone. Protect the work from direct sunlight and strong drafts for the first 12 hours, and do not cover the fresh grout: wait 24 to 48 hours before placing breathable material over it.
Key features
- Joint width from 0 to 20 mm, in one product for floor and wall
- Class CG2WA: reduced water absorption and high abrasion resistance
- Compensated shrinkage, keeping the joint full and compact
- Prevents the formation of efflorescence
- Stable, uniform color
- Resistant to temperatures from -30 °C to +80 °C
- Remains easy to work with and does not thicken unpleasantly
Technical specifications
| Property |
Value |
| Type |
Cement-based powdered grout |
| Class |
CG2WA according to EN 13888 and ISO 13007-3 |
| Content |
3 kg bag |
| Joint width |
0 to 20 mm |
| Mixing water |
26 to 28%, approximately 0.8 liters per 3 kg |
| Maturing time of the mixture |
3 minutes |
| Working time |
Approximately 50 minutes at +23 °C |
| Processing temperature |
+5 °C to +35 °C |
| Waiting time before cleaning |
Approximately 20 minutes |
| Loadable |
After 24 hours, swimming pools after 7 days |
| Operating temperature |
−30 °C to +80 °C |
| Specific gravity of mixture |
1.94 kg/dm³ |
| pH of the mixture |
13 |
| Shelf life |
36 months in unopened bag, store dry and frost-free |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much water goes into a 3 kg bag? Approximately 0.8 liters, which is 26 to 28%. Adhere to this: more water causes shrinkage and lower final strength, and different water mixtures between two tubs will show color differences in the grout.
Why do I have to wait 15 to 30 minutes before washing off? As long as the product is still plastic, the sponge will partly empty the joint and the color will become uneven. Wait until the surface becomes matte, then wash off with a well-wrung sponge.
Can I use this grout on natural stone? Yes, marble, granite, and natural stone are listed in the technical data sheet. However, always make a test joint first, as porous stones can discolour. The cleaners Litoclean and Litoclean EVO are acidic and should NOT be used on marble or limestone.
When can the floor be used again? The work is loadable after 24 hours. For swimming pools, allow seven days before filling the pool.
