POLYBLEND vs. PRISM --- Which Grout Should You Buy??? SHOCKING TEST RESULTS!!!
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- čas přidán 1. 07. 2024
- The most used grout company in the USA is Custom Building Products. There are two main types of cementitious grout, Polyblend Plus and Prism.
Polyblend is a traditional polymer modified cement grout, and Prism is a high performance, lightweight, fast setting cement grout.
For the grout testing video I mentioned:
• WHICH GROUT IS BEST???...
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I really like mapei ultracolor F/A
Permacolor also works great.
another plus one for ultracolor plus FA. Wish I had started using it a year earlier than I did last year. I had zero difficulty with it from day one.
Love mapei FA, it was one of the best I remember in Isaacs testing from years ago. Just gotta be careful and not let it get away from you. You gotta work pretty fast with it
@@remodz6385 Yes, it kicks off pretty fast, which I knew beforehand. I went extreme... mixing water in the fridge overnight, then the grout bucket set inside another bucket full of ice. That bought me an hour of work time. I did this back in 2019, and my grout still looks great with even color in the shower.
Wow Tilecoach in the orange store. Now I've seen everything.
This video dropped just in time. I recalled watching your first grout test two years ago. That was my first shower project. I'm now on my fourth thanks to you.
Thank you for this test Isaac. Good to know. Glad I used the prism. First time I had used prism and really liked the way it applied.
Thank you for all that you do, I had very low expectations from the old grout testing video, this was surprising.
Very interesting video, thanks! These days I usually go with mapei, but if a client specs prism I'm comfortable using it. I feel like the aggregate is a little bit more coarse, and the white colors have a lot of larger dark flecks of aggregate that stand out.
This video really helped. Great Example.
I am still waiting to see the headlamps
Awesome test.
Very good video. Prism is the grout to use.
I used the polyblend for my front yard tiles after 5 yrs. It is still holding.
Isaac
I want to start off by say I am a Mapei fan!
Hold onto those samples and retest after 7/24/24 or longer. The Prism is like hydraulic cement and probably has an earlier cure time! The Prism is designed to set up in the tile joints of tile that do not absorb water like typical ceramic body tile.
It's my understanding that the Prism will yield more color consistency and not require a sealer, and the standard grout is just the opposite.
After you have wiped the grout with the sponge, the yellow micro fiber rag when soaked in water and rung of all it's water will clean far better than the sponge and leave less water residue on the joints and grout surface. Some times eliminating the need for multiple rinses.
I would like to see another test with polyblend plus with Add MIx???
I hate custom products. The efflorecense is crazy. I never had a problem with laticrete or mapei.
I will never use anything Custom Products. Their grout is garbage.I learned to avoid that. Their, LFT mortar put me off from ever buying any of their products again, mortar cracked so bad it catastrophically ruined the job. Big surprise they came out with a "new" crack inhibiting mortar of course at higher cost, They obviously cut corners and put the junk on market. Now they say, they are now making a professional line😁,.They are trying to push into professional distributors. No thanks Fool me once. Mapei, Ardex, etc for me from now on.
I had a color problem with mapei mixed, one bag, no over wash but still inconsistent color. Used mastic on a back splash . Should have used thinset.
I'm really liking the Mapei FlexQ apoxy...Might very well be my go to grout🤟
Just started the video. Couple minutes in. I do wish you also bought the pre mixed grout. They advertise that’s the best grout use.
Natural gray grout has always been a problem, in shady. Good demo.
Great grout video. I recently grouted my first tile job and used the Custom Poly Blend Plus un-sanded grout with 2 x 8 subway tile. My next job will have natural stone 2 x 2 mosaic floor. The tile manufacturer recommends using grout applicator. Can you please do a video for a floor like this?
Thanks, your tile student
Polyblend requires more water then specified because of the sand
Prism is my go to in a pinch. Polyblend has let me down a few times. When we get a custom job we hit the tile shops in my area. By far though epoxy grout is my preference
Glad to know the custom made Prism harder.
Does grout sealer improve durability?
What happened to the 7$ bag of C-Cure! Lol... It also matters how the grout is mixed! I will say the Mapei FA is the way to go over all others. Mixed correctly & dosn't need any "SLAKE" not "SLACK" time b4 application. It does have a faster work time 1hr but when completed & does have the time to cure, it's bulletproof! Metal Marshalltown/Barwalt margin trowels will definitely scratch natural stone if used vs. grout float.
Love your videos, on an off topic have your ever used Redi Poxy - Epoxy Adhesive ? I bought a Redi base & thought I would go with it. any hints I should look for ? Or any suggestions would be great.
Since Prism doesnt soak up water ( after cured), it is probably more stain resistant.
Is that the same Marshalltown V-notch trowel home depot sells for $18?
Probably, but stores like this support the creator. T-shirts can be bought elsewhere cheaper as well, but you're supporting the person.
Did I miss where you sealed the polyblend??
Curious if you have any thoughts on Fusion Pro. I'm a diyer and have been watching your videos for a couple of years. I'm finally starting a bathroom remodel in my house. I've demoed a bath shower surround and I'm installing 24x24 porcelain tile from Deltile. I've decided to use Goboard and Multi Max lite. I've used Fusion pro on smaller projects and it seems good. I'm hoping to get some insight from you or others. Love your videos! Very informative. Thanks
What grout do you use on your jobs
Prism says it doesn't need sealing. Is it just for the first year or no need to seal at all?
Mapei Flexcolour CQ I have installations that are 10+ years old, grout looks like the day installed.
Behind cooktops in the back splash , is one tough place for grout,
it is the only one I use there.
Don't use it everywhere, but sometimes wonder why not.
Cleanup maybe ,,
I use Mapei CQ everywhere and haven’t had any issues yet. I like that the color is consistent and it’s easier for me to apply. I use it in showers , floors and backsplashes . It’s easy to clean for sure.
I use prism nice to see this test though-good job ty
I'm looking for a video comparing epoxy grout and sealer products!?!??
🙏🏼🤔🤞🤷
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I almost always use Prism now. You gotta be quick, it goes off fast
You should test PCI Nanofug grout from Germany
My grout is old and not great. Can I just remove it and replace it? Thanks Declan
Can you test TSG by custom?
How does Spectralock 1 compare to Prism?
I've seen that epoxy grout in the tubes, I assume it's very pricey, but wouldn't it be the strongest and most durable? Might be a good option for the tiles on the floor vs the walls, Since they just hold / see more water.
What are your feelings on epoxy grout?
I have it installed in 2 of my bathroom showers. Absolutely amazing stuff. The issue is finding soon who can install it.
Used spectralock on my shower 5 years ago. Looks and performs the same as day one.
Epoxy grout is fabulous, the only thing I'll use in a shower. It's a lot more involved to put in though.
stronger than spectralock?!
What thin set for laying tile is best at the box office store, or do they have it?
flexbond is good, just depends on your tile size..
I bought Prism for my kitchen floor and it's awful. It just rubs right out of the grout lines like it never fully hardened.
It is easy to test a 4 Sq inch spot but what about test a whole entire bag at the specs they give doing 900 maybe 1500 Sq feet. Do the test on a big job then do a video 🙏
Wish the test was with lighter color. Light tan seems to never hold its color.
I need you to build a bullet proof shower in san jose please!! I've tried messaging through your site
I'll tell you where I'm not buying it. Home Depot.
What’s your beef with cyfy lol
This grout test is like watching Project Farm
Temp is the final determination.