{"product_id":"ardex-eg-18-plus-epoxy-tile-grout-adhesive","title":"ARDEX EG 18 PLUS Epoxy Tile Grout \u0026 Adhesive 4kg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARDEX EG 18 PLUS\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the chemical resistance and hygienic performance of a full epoxy grout with the ease of application of a standard cement-based grout — no special tools required, and it cleans off with water for up to 60 minutes after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClassified \u003cstrong\u003eRG (Reaction Resin Grout)\u003c\/strong\u003e to BS EN 13888 and \u003cstrong\u003eR2 (Reaction Resin Adhesive)\u003c\/strong\u003e to BS EN 12004, EG 18 PLUS can be used to both grout and fix tiles, making it a genuine two-in-one solution for demanding wet and hygiene-critical environments — swimming pools, showers, bathrooms, commercial kitchens, hospitals and spas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Datasheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/5794\/7096\/files\/technical-datasheet-eg-18-plus-FINAL-JAN-2022.pdf?v=1786695389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload the ARDEX EG 18 PLUS Product Data Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines epoxy chemical resistance with cement-grout ease of use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleans off with water up to 60 minutes after application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo special application tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof, hygienic and abrasion-resistant once cured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for joints from 2–12mm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use with underfloor heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose: can also be used as a tile fixing adhesive (R2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull chemical resistance achieved after 7 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed by professional tilers and wetroom installers for internal and external wall and floor tiling, including swimming pools, showers, bathrooms, hydrotherapy and spa baths, commercial kitchens, hospitals and other areas where high standards of hygiene are essential. Suitable for porcelain, ceramic and ceramic mosaics (up to 25mm x 25mm); a test area is recommended for natural stone, glass or textured tiles prone to scratching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Two-part epoxy resin grout and tile adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification: RG (BS EN 13888), R2 (BS EN 12004)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack size: 4kg (resin, hardener and coloured filler)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours available: White, Grey, Silver Grey, Anthracite, Bahama Beige\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint width: 2–12mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking time (20°C): approx. 60 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen time (EN 1346): approx. 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustment time: approx. 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalkable after: approx. 12 hours at room temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTensile adhesion strength (28 days, dry\/wet): \u0026gt;1N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressive strength (28 days): \u0026gt;45N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexural strength (28 days): \u0026gt;20N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage (grouting): approx. 0.5kg\/m² for a 150x150mm tile with a 5mm joint — a 4kg unit grouts approx. 8m² (varies with tile size, joint width and depth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage (fixing): approx. 1.5kg per m² per mm bed thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot resistant to: acetone, methyl alcohol, petrol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: dry conditions, 12 months shelf life unopened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 4kg unit is supplied as a complete kit in an outer mixing bucket, containing pre-gauged pots of resin and hardener plus a bag of coloured filler — everything needed to mix on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan ARDEX EG 18 PLUS be used in swimming pools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's specifically suited to swimming pools, showers and other wet, hygiene-critical environments thanks to its waterproof, chemical- and abrasion-resistant cured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for underfloor heating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, EG 18 PLUS is suitable for use over underfloor heating systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long do I have to clean it off?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike many epoxy grouts, EG 18 PLUS can be cleaned off with a damp sponge up to 60 minutes after application — cleaning should be completed within that window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it also be used as a tile adhesive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it carries an R2 reaction resin adhesive classification and can be used to fix tiles as well as grout them, using a suitable notched trowel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat joint widths does it cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEG 18 PLUS is suitable for joints from 2mm up to 12mm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colours does EG 18 PLUS come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMillcot stocks EG 18 PLUS in White, Grey, Silver Grey, Anthracite and Bahama Beige.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Millcot we stock trade-quality building chemicals from leading manufacturers including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.millcot.com\/collections\/ardex-1\"\u003eArdex\u003c\/a\u003e, backed by technical support and fast trade delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardex","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":58179100246399,"sku":"ARDEX-EG18-4-WHT","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":58179105128831,"sku":"ARDEX-EG18-4-GRY","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver Grey","offer_id":58179105161599,"sku":"ARDEX-EG18-4-SGY","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Anthracite","offer_id":58179105194367,"sku":"ARDEX-EG18-4-ANT","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bahama Beige","offer_id":58179789455743,"sku":"ARDEX-EG18-4-BB","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/5794\/7096\/files\/Ardex-EG18-Plus.png?v=1786696576","url":"https:\/\/www.millcot.com\/products\/ardex-eg-18-plus-epoxy-tile-grout-adhesive","provider":"MILLCOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}