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GDC - Printable directions directions for all products.
Preparing
your Grout - For Color Sealing using our GDC- Epoxy Grout Colorants.
Safety
first - It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense
when dealing with these or any household cleaning products and chemicals.
Wear, Safety glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep
the area well ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a
fan. Remember to keep these and other chemical products out of the reach
of children. Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in
the home and the work place. User
responsibility- Always
do a test area to determine if these products are suitable for your needs.
Do test area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed. wait 1 hour for results. Again It is the responsibility of
the customer and or end user to determine whether or not the use of these
products is suitable for their purpose and needs. For
newly installed grout - That has not been sealed before, and is still
clean, It is not necessary to use any
Sealer removers, Acidic or Alkaline cleaners. For
Grout that has been sealed before - Use our GDC Grout Sealer remover. If you are not sure
that your grout was
sealed - Try this test - Pour some water on your grout,
if the grout stays the same color or the water beads up (like when you wax your car),
then it was probably sealed. Use the GDC Sealer Remover. If the grout changes color,
gets darker or the water absorbs
into the grout then your grout is still pourus and probably has not been
sealed. Then you do not have to use the Sealer Remover product. If
your grout is dirty - Use our GDC Pre Treat Cleaner. This product will
clean the grout and also open the pours of the grout so the colorant
penetrates deeper. If
your grout is Sealed and Dirty - Use our GDC Sealer Remover, let dry,
then use our GDC Pre Treat Cleaner. If
Wax is in your grout - From using wax product like Mop & Glow or
Murphy's oil soap, then it must be removed before Color Sealing, Use our
GDC Grout Sealer Remover for this.
Repair any missing or
cracked grout - It is recommended that you repair and missing
or cracked grout before Color Sealing. You can put in any color grout that you
have. It will not
matter, because the GDC Epoxy Grout Colorant will make all of the grout one even color.
If you have sanded grout (very rough) then you should do your repairs with a sanded grout. If you have unsanded grout (smooth) than you should
do your repairs with a unsanded grout. Let the repair "cure" for 7 days before applying the
colorant
GDC Epoxy Grout Colorant Directions for
Color Sealing
Shake closed bottle well before using.
Safety first -
It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense when dealing with
these or any household cleaning products and chemicals. Wear, Safety
glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep the area well
ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a fan. Remember to
keep these and other chemical products out of the reach of children.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in the home and
the work place.
Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results, it is the
responsibility of the customer and or end user to determine whether or not
the use of these products is suitable for their purpose and needs. Do test
area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup methods
needed
Some new
grout requires a minimum of 14 days cure time before a colorant is applied.
Existing grout joints must be
clean, dry and free of existing coatings or contaminants or sealers that may
affect bond Prepare existing grout joints as needed.
Grout joints must be clean and dry before application of colorant
Toothbrush Method
- Pour
the Epoxy Grout Colorant into a small shallow dish and apply onto the grout joint using a
back and fourth motion. Spread evenly, working the GDC Grout Colorant into the grout joint.
Application Bottle Method-
Pour the Grout Colorant into the application bottle, (sold separately) and
apply directly to the grout joint. While slightly squeezing the bottle gently allow
colorant to evenly flow out. Spread evenly, working Grout Colorant into the
grout joint using a back and forth motion.
Our
GDC Epoxy Grout Colorant uses a dry method cleanup no water is needed in
most cased.
Apply
the Epoxy Grout Colorant in a small workable area at a time. Let the Grout Colorant “set-up”
in the grout joint for a couple
of minutes or sometimes just seconds. Clean the excess Grout
Colorant off of the tile while the colorant is dry in the grout
joint but still wet on the tile. With a dry rag or
scrub pad, (no water) by wiping up the excess Grout Colorant from the tile
as you go, skimming lightly over the grout joint in a circular motion.
After the Grout Colorant is
applied their might be a slight residual left on the tile, depending on how
well it was cleaned after colorant application. If this happens take a
slightly dampened sponge and wipe the residual off.
Save any extra colorant
in a tightly sealed container for "touch-ups".
Once the grout is
colored you can walk on the floor lightly for the first day
While our colorant is dry in
minutes and the area is ready for traffic the same day. It is recommended
that you do not put any heavy amounts of
water or chemicals on your floor for the first week.
Wipe up any spills with a damp
sponge.
Let the Epoxy Grout Colorant “cure/bond” to your grout for at
least one week.
The first real cleaning of your floor should be done with
warm water only, no chemicals.
When cleaning and maintaining your floors
always remember to either sweep or vacuum first before mopping the floor.
When you mop the floor always remember to change the water constantly as
needed. After the first cleaning with “water only” you can
maintain your floor and walls with Neutral pH cleaner. Never use
Vinegar, Bleach, Acids, Alkalis, or Ammonia when maintaining your tile floors.
And
always vacuum or sweep before mopping your floor. GDC
Epoxy Grout Colorant, cure time, limitations and handling and
storage.
Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results. Do test area first to
product suitability and to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed.
Ready
for traffic the same day.
Allow
a minimum 2-hour drying time between coats
Not
recommended for use under water in pools, ponds and
natural stone.
Previously
applied sealers must be completely removed prior to using a grout colorant.
If
going from a dark to light grout color, more than 1 application may be
necessary.
Close
container after each use
For
best results, do not store in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 110°
F (43° C)
Use
in temperatures between 50 and 80° F (10 and 27° C)
Save
any extra colorant in a tightly sealed container product is freeze-thaw
stable
for up to 3 cycles.
CAUTION
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Keep out of reach of children
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Do not take internally
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Avoid contact with eyes
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Gloves and eye protection
should be worn during application
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IF INGESTED: Drink 1 to 2
glasses of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
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EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Flush
thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention
Below you will find "Printable Directions" for each of the
following Products:
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GDC- Grout Colorant
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GDC - Liquid Pre-Treat
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GDC- Pre-treat Grout Cleaning
Crystals
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GDC - Sealer Remover
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GDC - Grout Haze
Remover
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GDC-Tile & Grout Cleaner
Concentrate
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Sealer Remover Directions
Use to remove sealer from grout that has been sealed.
Use before application of our GDC grout colorant. Just add the
entire 8 ounce bottle to - 2 gallons of water. Apply to grout
joints, let sit wet for a couple of minutes to allow for dwelling time {Do
not let dry} and agitate with brush then wipe away residual with a sponge
while rinsing in a bucket of water. Then
rinse the entire area with water. Sold as a concentrate in 8 ounce bottles for $9.99 each
which is enough to cover 200 sq. ft. when mixed with water.
Safety first -
It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense when dealing with
these or any household cleaning products and chemicals. Wear, Safety
glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep the area well
ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a fan. Remember to
keep these and other chemical products out of the reach of children.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in the home and
the work place. User
responsibility- Always
do a test area to determine if these products are suitable for your needs.
Do test area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed. wait 1 hour for results. Again It is the responsibility of
the customer and or end user to determine whether or not the use of these
products is suitable for their purpose and needs. Do
not use on Natural Stone surfaces that have been sealed or polished,
unless your intention is to remove the polish or sealer.
CAUTION
-
Keep out of reach of children
-
Do not take internally
-
Avoid contact with eyes
-
Gloves and eye protection
should be worn during application
-
IF INGESTED: Drink 1 to 2
glasses of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
-
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Flush thoroughly with
water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention
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Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results
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Close
container after each use
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For
best results, do not store in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 110°
F (43° C)
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Use
in temperatures between 50 and 80° F (10 and 27° C)
Liquid Pre-Treat Directions
Safety first -
It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense when dealing with
these or any household cleaning products and chemicals. Wear, Safety
glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep the area well
ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a fan. Remember to
keep these and other chemical products out of the reach of children.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in the home and
the work place. User
responsibility- Always
do a test area to determine if these products are suitable for your needs.
Do test area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed. wait 1 hour for results. Again It is the responsibility of
the customer and or end user to determine whether or not the use of these
products is suitable for their purpose and needs. You do not have to use this
product for our GDC grout colorants
to work. If your grout is fairly new it is probably not necessary.
If your floor grout is dirty you can simply vacuum and clean the grout
with any cleaner as long as they don't contain soapy surfactants or oils.
But for a real deep cleaning and slight grout etching, then this is the
product that you need.
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Use to remove organic dirt
from grout and to slightly etch the grout and open the grout pours.
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Just add our GDC Liquid Pre-treat
to your two gallon bucket of water. This product is sold in
an 8 ounce bottle, but when mixed with your cleaning water this solution
covers up to 200 square feet
Do not use on Natural
Stone Tiles, such as Marble, Tumbled or Polished Marble, Granite,
Honed or Polished, Terra cotta, and other natural surfaces. Do not let this
acidic product come into contact with metal surfaces such as Stainless
Steel , Brass, Copper, Bronze, Zinc, such as Sinks, Fixtures, Tubs
etc. -
Do not discard waste water in
sink if it is Stainless Steel , Brass, Copper, Bronze, Zinc, such as Sinks,
Fixtures, Tubs etc.
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CAUTION
-
Keep out of reach of children
-
Do not take internally
-
Avoid contact with eyes
-
Gloves and eye protection
should be worn during application
-
IF INGESTED: Drink 1 to 2
glasses of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
-
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Flush thoroughly
with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention
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Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results
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Close
container after each use
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For
best results, do not store in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 110°
F (43° C)
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Use
in temperatures between 50 and 80° F (10 and 27° C)
Grout Haze Remover Directions
Safety first -
It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense when dealing with
these or any household cleaning products and chemicals. Wear, Safety
glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep the area well
ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a fan. Remember to
keep these and other chemical products out of the reach of children.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in the home and
the work place. User
responsibility- Always
do a test area to determine if these products are suitable for your needs.
Do test area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed. wait 1 hour for results. Again It is the responsibility of
the customer and or end user to determine whether or not the use of these
products is suitable for their purpose and needs.
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Use to remove excess grout haze from tile, seven days
after installation of tile. Sold as concentrate in 8 ounce bottle, just add haze remover
to two gallons of water and let stand for 10 minutes so product can dissolve,
stir carefully and scrub floor with sponge mop. Then rinse floor with
water and mop up excess. Use to remove Grout Haze Residual and also to
remove organic dirt from grout and to slightly etch the grout and open the
grout pours.
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Just add our GDC Liquid Pre-treat
to your two gallon bucket of water. This product is sold in
an 8 ounce bottle, but when mixed with your cleaning water this solution
covers up to 200 square feet
Do not use on Natural
Stone Tiles, such as Marble, Tumbled or Polished Marble, Granite,
Honed or Polished, Terra cotta, and other natural surfaces. Do not let this
acidic product come into contact with metal surfaces such as Stainless
Steel , Brass, Copper, Bronze, Zinc, such as Sinks, Fixtures, Tubs
etc. Do not discard waste
water in sink if it is Stainless Steel , Brass, Copper, Bronze, Zinc,
such as Sinks, Fixtures, Tubs etc.
CAUTION
-
Keep out of reach of children
-
Do not take internally
-
Avoid contact with eyes
-
Gloves and eye protection
should be worn during application
-
IF INGESTED: Drink 1 to 2
glasses of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
-
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Flush thoroughly with
water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention
-
Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results
-
Close
container after each use
-
For
best results, do not store in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 110°
F (43° C)
-
Use
in temperatures between 50 and 80° F (10 and 27° C)
Pre Treat Grout Cleaning
Crystals Directions
Safety first -
It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense when dealing with
these or any household cleaning products and chemicals. Wear, Safety
glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep the area well
ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a fan. Remember to
keep these and other chemical products out of the reach of children.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in the home and
the work place. User
responsibility- Always
do a test area to determine if these products are suitable for your needs.
Do test area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed. wait 1 hour for results. Again It is the responsibility of
the customer and or end user to determine whether or not the use of these
products is suitable for their purpose and needs.
You do not have to use this
product for our GDC grout colorants
to work. If your grout is fairly new it is probably not necessary.
If your floor grout is dirty you can simply vacuum and clean the grout
with any cleaner as long as they don't contain soapy surfactants or oils.
But for a real deep cleaning and slight grout etching, then this is the
product that you need.
-
Use to remove excess grout haze
and as a pre treat cleaner for tile, seven days
after installation of tile. Sold as concentrate in 8 ounce bottle, just add haze remover
to two gallons of water and let stand for 10 minutes so product can dissolve,
stir carefully and scrub floor with sponge mop. Then rinse floor with
water and mop up excess. Use to remove Grout Haze Residual and also to
remove organic dirt from grout and to slightly etch the grout and open the
grout pours.
-
Just add our GDC Pre
Treat Grout Cleaning Crystals to your two gallon bucket of water. This product is sold in
an 8 ounce bottle, but when mixed with your cleaning water this solution
covers up to 200 square feet
Do not use on Natural
Stone Tiles, such as Marble, Tumbled or Polished Marble, Granite,
Honed or Polished, Terra cotta, and other natural surfaces. Do not let this
acidic product come into contact with metal surfaces such as Stainless
Steel , Brass, Copper, Bronze, Zinc, such as Sinks, Fixtures, Tubs
etc. Do not discard waste
water in sink if it is Stainless Steel , Brass, Copper, Bronze, Zinc,
such as Sinks, Fixtures, Tubs etc. -
CAUTION
-
Keep out of reach of children
-
Do not take internally
-
Avoid contact with eyes
-
Gloves and eye protection
should be worn during application
-
IF INGESTED: Drink 1 to 2
glasses of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
-
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Flush thoroughly
with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention
-
Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results
-
Close
container after each use
-
For
best results, do not store in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 110°
F (43° C)
-
Use
in temperatures between 50 and 80° F (10 and 27° C)
Tile & Grout Cleaner
Concentrate Directions
Safety first -
It is strongly advised that you use Common Safety Sense when dealing with
these or any household cleaning products and chemicals. Wear, Safety
glasses, Gloves, and use a mask if needed. And always keep the area well
ventilated while working, by opening a window or using a fan. Remember to
keep these and other chemical products out of the reach of children.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Use safety measures in the home and
the work place. User
responsibility- Always
do a test area to determine if these products are suitable for your needs.
Do test area first to determine colorant color, adherence and cleanup
methods needed. wait 1 hour for results. Again It is the responsibility of
the customer and or end user to determine whether or not the use of these
products is suitable for their purpose and needs.
Our GDC Neutral ph cleaner
Containes no Alkalis or Acids and is Surfactant and Phosphate free, and freshly scented. Use to clean and maintain
your tile and grout. This product is designed to be safe for Ceramic
tile floors and walls treated with or without grout colorants. Just add about a 1/4 cup
of the cleaner concentrate to two gallons of water. Note: You do not have to purchase this cleaner to
maintain a floor treated with GDC grout colorant, the colorant can resist
many chemicals, but for only so long, it is suggested that you use our
cleaner or your own neutral ph cleaner.
CAUTION
-
Keep out of reach of children
-
Do not take internally
-
Avoid contact with eyes
-
Gloves and eye protection
should be worn during application
-
IF INGESTED: Drink 1 to 2
glasses of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
-
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Flush thoroughly with
water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention
-
Always
do a test area first, wait 1 hour for results
-
Close
container after each use
-
For
best results, do not store in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 110°
F (43° C)
-
Use
in temperatures between 50 and 80° F (10 and 27° C)
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