Spectralock 1 is not an epoxy grout; Laticrete is pretty clear on that. It uses an altogether different adhesive, and that’s what allows it to be premixed. Spectralock Pro is an epoxy grout, and it has less open time; you’d want more two or three people working fast when using it.
I am surprised that Epoxy grout tops your list of options. Installation is incredibly time consuming in even the most basic application. The pigment options are amazing however I find that generally just puts me in a position of having to cite the 3-10x cost it comes with due to installation labour. The dramatically reduced working time makes tiny format and variable edge tiles near impossible to complete a few square inches at a time. Large square footage situations are also hindered by the working time. A small kitchen/bar/bathroom backsplash with precision edge tiles may sway me one day.
Spectralock 1 is not an epoxy grout; Laticrete is pretty clear on that. It uses an altogether different adhesive, and that’s what allows it to be premixed. Spectralock Pro is an epoxy grout, and it has less open time; you’d want more two or three people working fast when using it.
You are correct, SP1 is not epoxy. Similar benefits less fuss.
I am surprised that Epoxy grout tops your list of options. Installation is incredibly time consuming in even the most basic application. The pigment options are amazing however I find that generally just puts me in a position of having to cite the 3-10x cost it comes with due to installation labour. The dramatically reduced working time makes tiny format and variable edge tiles near impossible to complete a few square inches at a time. Large square footage situations are also hindered by the working time. A small kitchen/bar/bathroom backsplash with precision edge tiles may sway me one day.
Great points. I am fond of the new grouts.