Epoxy Grout Wooden Floors

[David Dudley]

Hi.

Finally gettig round to tiling my bathroom.

Have bought all my tiles.,
Also ordered all my Dural products and adhesives from PHG - great service and advice from David.

Have decided to get a professional in to do the actual tiling.

My question relates to using Epoxy grout on the floor.
18mm marine ply, Dural CI+ matting, Granirapid adhesive, Quartz 30cm x 60cm tiles?

All of the above is designed to be as flexible as possible, and am wondering if epoxy grout will provide enough flex for the substrate?
The floor feels solid with no noticable movement in the joins - all screwed down with noggins. Can't find any info on the tech sheets.

We have our heart set on epoxy for its stain resistance (white grout) and waterproof qualities.

Thanks.
David.

[Gazebo]

I'm no expert when it comes to epoxy but sounds like it would be ok.

Someone will tell you for sure though.

Aslong as the floor is deflection free then all is good.


And if you are going for epoxy grout I would check that your 'pro' tiler has used it before.


Gary

[paul flight]

i would use BAL micromax grout for this !!

[Alan.P]

Epoxy will be fine, as said, make sure your fixer has used it before.

[nybor62]

epoxy grouts are a lot easier to use than they used to be , but in saying that , your tiler needs to be experienced using this type of grout,
not done correctly , i.e not cleaned right could be a disaster

[Rich]

I agree with the above, Epoxy should be fine as long as the floor is deflection free. The really important thing is to make sure that the tiler knows what he is dealing with.

[jay]

What type of epoxy are you intending to use

[David Dudley]

Was thinking Mapei Kerapoxy white.

Havn't purchased it yet so will go with whatever is most suitable for the job.

[jay]

http://www.google.com.au/url?sa=t&rc...2CgsH92rK_1Rqw

I the floor is deflection free it should be fine silicone internal corners (were wall meets floor) just take note the epoxy is not rated as stain proof its stain free and the note should be read regarding product hope this helps

[BeeTiling]

As previously mentioned make sure your tiler has used and understands the product, Mapei Kerapoxy will be perfect for the job in hand

[Dave]

Good call on the adhesive and epoxy will be fine, must be light quartz is it ?

[David Dudley]

Adhesive as recommended by PHG. He asked the Mapei rep specifically for my application.
The quartz is Gulfstone in black with silver specs.
The mrs wanted white grout which is why we are heading down the epoxy route.
Will this look ok?
Anything else I need to consider?
Will the white grout be compatible with this stone?
My tiler has used epoxy before.
Thanks so much guys.
I'll be sure to post pics once finished.

[John Benton]

Hi David,

Personally I wouldn't go for white, I think your eye will be drawn to the bright white against the black tile and take away the effect of the tile and make the area look smaller. My personal opinion would be to go black so that the floor appears to be one solid piece and of greater size.

[Alan.P]

Personal choice John, I've done many black / dark floors and imho the lighter shades look great, if you try and match it, as best as possible at least, you may as well just have a slab, or vinyl lol

Each to their own.

[John Benton]

It's all down to personal taste as you say, and I'm not going to argue with your missus....

[Dave]

Would be black grout for me

[kilty55]

black for me also,

[Rich]

I would have thought that a darker grout would look better but as has been said, we all have different tastes. Using a contrasting grout like the white will mean that the tiles will have to be laid 100% accurately, there is absolutely no margin for error as the slightest discrepancy will stand out like a sore thumb.

[MissTiler]

I was told by a manufacturer (cant remember if it was Mapei or Ardex I spoke to) that Epoxy grout should not be used on wooden floors, it will crack because its not flexible.

[Rich]

I was told by a manufacturer (cant remember if it was Mapei or Ardex I spoke to) that Epoxy grout should not be used on wooden floors, it will crack because its not flexible.

Oh, I have never heard this. Perhaps it would be an idea to give the manufacturer a call, better to be safe then sorry.

[Dave]

Kerapoxy states it is suitable for all substrates..

[David Dudley]

Thanks everybody for all the advice.
I may go for a darker grout as suggested and go cement based.

I'll let you all know and put up some pics.

[John Benton]

Look forward to seeing them. Good luck