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ISO 13007-4 Ceramic tiles — Grouts and adhesives Part 4: Test methods for grouts
EN 13888-2: Grouts for ceramic tiles - Part 2: Test methods
ISO 13007-4 standard describe the methods for determining characteristics for grouts used in internal and external installation of ceramic tiles. These standard specifies the methods for determining characteristics for grouts used in internal and external installation of ceramic tiles.
The strength test for ceramic tiles grouts involves several methods to determine their performance characteristics.
Test methods:
- Determination of flexural and compressive strength;
- Determination of water absorption;
- Determination of shrinkage;
- Determination of resistance to abrasion;
- Determination of chemical resistance.
| Flexural and compressive strength: | To assess the durability and load-bearing capacity of the grout. |
| Water absorption: | To evaluate the grout's ability to withstand moisture. |
| Shrinkage: | To measure the grout's resistance to expansion and contraction. |
| Resistance to abrasion: | To test the grout's durability against wear and tear. |
| Transverse deformation: | To determine the grout's ability to maintain its shape under stress. |
| Flexural test | ![]() |
| Compression test | ![]() |
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