Ardex Eg 15 Grout Calculator

What is Ardex EG 15 Grout?

Ardex EG 15 grout is a premium epoxy grout specifically formulated for use in commercial and high-end residential tiling projects. It offers several advantages over traditional cement-based grouts:

• Superior strength and durability
• Excellent water resistance
• Quick drying time
• High resistance to chemical and abrasive cleaning
• Available in a wide range of colors

The "EG 15" designation refers to the grout's specific properties, including its high solids content (15%) which contributes to its performance characteristics. This grout is ideal for applications where traditional grouts might not provide sufficient durability or performance.

How to Use the Calculator

Using our Ardex EG 15 grout calculator is simple. Follow these steps:

1. Enter the length of your tiling area in meters
2. Enter the width of your tiling area in meters
3. Select the tile size from the dropdown menu
4. Click the "Calculate" button

The calculator will then display the amount of grout needed for your project, along with additional useful information.

Grout Calculation Formula

The calculator uses the following formula to determine the amount of grout needed:

Where:

• Area of Tiles = (Number of Tiles × Tile Area)
• Area of Grout Lines = (Number of Grout Lines × Grout Line Width × Tile Length)
• Grout Thickness = 3mm (standard for most applications)

This formula accounts for both the area covered by tiles and the space taken up by the grout lines between them.

Example Calculation

Let's walk through an example to demonstrate how the calculator works. Suppose you're tiling a bathroom floor that's 4 meters long and 3 meters wide with 300mm × 300mm tiles.

1. Calculate the number of tiles: (4m ÷ 0.3m) × (3m ÷ 0.3m) = 13.33 × 10 = 133.33 tiles
2. Calculate the area of tiles: 133.33 × (0.3m × 0.3m) = 133.33 × 0.09m² = 12m²
3. Calculate the number of grout lines: (13.33 tiles ÷ 1) × 2 = 26.66 grout lines (for both length and width)
4. Calculate the area of grout lines: 26.66 × 3mm × 4m = 26.66 × 0.003m × 4m = 0.32m²
5. Total grout area: 12m² + 0.32m² = 12.32m²
6. Grout volume: 12.32m² × 0.003m = 0.03696m³ = 36.96 liters

For this example, you would need approximately 37 liters of Ardex EG 15 grout for your project.

Tips for Using Ardex EG 15 Grout

Preparation

• Ensure your tiles are perfectly level and clean before applying grout
• Use a notched trowel appropriate for the grout thickness
• Work in a well-ventilated area

Application

• Apply grout in small sections to maintain consistency
• Use a straight edge to control the grout line width
• Work quickly as epoxy grout has a limited working time

Curing

• Allow the grout to cure according to the manufacturer's instructions
• Keep the area clean and dry during curing
• Avoid exposing the grout to extreme temperatures