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Method of Application
A comprehensive, sequential procedural view designed for engineers and site applicators to attain faultless surface integration using KE-100 Glitter adhesive compounds.
Installation Instructions

Important Site Checks for Gresbond KE-100 DUET Grout Installation
- Colour Confirmation: Verify the grout colour matches the client’s desired selection.
- Test a small area with actual tile/stone for possible discolouration.
- Movement Joints: Include proper movement and peripheral joints.
- Use flexible grout or sealant.
- Grout Limitations: KE-100 DUET is a rigid epoxy grout; cannot accommodate movement.
- Lack of movement joints may cause cracks.
- Sun Protection: Cover area for 7 days in open spaces.
- Maintain cover until the pool is filled with water.
Important Site Checks for Gresbond KE-100 DUET Grout Installation
- Colour Confirmation: Verify the grout colour matches the client’s desired selection.
- Test a small area with actual tile/stone for possible discolouration.
- Movement Joints: Include proper movement and peripheral joints.
- Use flexible grout or sealant.
- Grout Limitations: KE-100 DUET is a rigid epoxy grout; cannot accommodate movement.
- Lack of movement joints may cause cracks.
- Sun Protection: Cover area for 7 days in open spaces.
- Maintain cover until the pool is filled with water.
Surface Preparation
- Remove dust and debris from grout joints.
- Do not use acid cleaners on tiles.
- Maintain substrate temperature between 60°F (16°C) and 90°F (32°C)
Mixing
- Empty Parts A and B into clean mixing pail.
- Mix with a margin trowel or slow-speed drill mixer until fully blended.
- Pour entire mixture onto plastic-lined working area immediately.
Application
- Use standard epoxy grouting techniques or caulking gun.
- Fill all joints completely.
- Remove excess material before cleaning.
- Do not leave excess grout on tile surface.
Cleaning
- Remove excess grout at 90° with grout float.
- Pull diagonally to avoid pulling out grout.
- After 30–45 minutes, scrub joints with clean water and scrubber.
- Wipe with clean thick towel.
- Final clean within 24 hours using soap detergent solution.
Shelf Life & Limitations
- It is essential to remove the mesh first.
- Also, remove the epoxy layer by light grinding to ensure a perfect bond with the adhesive.
MIXING
- Place clean, potable water into a clean mixing bowl.
- Add Gresbond EX-5 powder into the mixing bowl.
- Use approximately 5 - 5.5 litre of water for 20 kg of powder.
- Mix with a slow-speed mixer to a smooth, trowelable consistency.
- Allow adhesive to slake for 5 minutes.
- Adjust consistency if necessary.
- Remix and apply with the proper sized notched trowel.
- Contact Gresbond technical services for large format tile or stone installations on exterior surfaces.
Suitable Substrates
Note: Surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned and roughened before the installation of tiles or stones to secure dynamic mechanical integration.




























