Congoleum DuraCeramic – The Absolute Leader in Groutable Vinyl Tile
DuraCeramic with ScotchgardTM Protector is an innovative flooring product with unique installation procedures that vary from traditional ceramic and natural stone.
DuraCeramic Options with Scotchgard Protector is a floor and wall tile with embossed lines through the center of the tile in both directions. The tiles can be installed like DuraCeramic, in a full 16”x 16” format or the embossed lines can be scored with a sharp utility knife and flexed to separate the tile to create an 8” x 8” format.
This feature provides opportunities for creating custom floors with coordinating wall, base and backsplash by adding accent colors, borders and insets or combining it with DuraCeramic for different size formats. DuraPlank with Scotchgard Protector comes in 41/2” x 36” planks in a variety of real wood colorations. DuraPlank features the beauty of real wood with the durability and moisture resistance of DuraCeramic. Use DuraPlank in any room in the home or combine it with DuraCeramic or DuraCeramic Options to create custom borders and insets.
Ovations is a 14″ x 14″ tile that has the same installation procedures as DuraCeramic.
DuraCeramic, DuraCeramic Options, DuraPlank and Ovations are constructed with a limestone composite base that is fortified with a polymeric resin. It provides toughness and flexibility to resist breaking from normal subfloor deflection, expansion and contraction. This feature permits fast, easy installation using a pressure sensitive adhesive over a wide variety of wall and subfloor surfaces without extensive preparation.
Use Congoleum DS100 DuraSet Adhesive, for all approved floor and wall applications. Set tiles and planks into tacky dry adhesive for floor applications and semi tacky dry adhesive for wall applications. PL® Polyurethane Construction Adhesive can also be used for wall, backsplash and base applications, (not recommended for flooring applications).
Mortar, mastic or other adhesives are not recommended. Depending on the desired appearance, tiles can be installed with or without grout.
- Grouted floor and wall tiles* are laid with a 1/16” to 1/4” space at the joints depending on the desired grout line width. (DuraCeramic Options that are scored and separated must be grouted.) Congoleum DuraCeramic Premixed Grout can be applied immediately after tile is installed. Do not use cement, epoxy or other premix grouts.
- Ungrouted floor and wall tiles* are laid with no space at the joints. The joints on an ungrouted tile floor should be sealed with Congoleum DS200 DuraCeramic Joint Sealer to lock out surface water and aid cleaning. Sealing is highly recommended for all un-grouted floors. Do not use DS200 Joint Sealer on walls or other vertical surfaces.
- DuraPlank is designed as a flooring product but it can also be installed on the walls to create a durable easy to clean surface. DuraPlank is always installed with no space between the joints. Do not seal the joints with DS200 Joint Sealer or apply grout to joints.
* Do not apply grout or joint sealer to the embossed center lines when installing DuraCeramic Options in a full 16” x 16” format. Apply grout or joint sealer to the tile joints only.
INSTALLATION ACCESSORY MATERIALS
- DS100 DuraSet Adhesive – For all approved tile and plank floor and wall applications
- DuraCeramic Premixed Grout – For joints on grouted floor and wall tiles.
- DS200 DuraCeramic Joint Sealer – For joints on ungrouted floor tiles only.
- DuraCeramic Installation Accessory Kit – For grouted applications.
- Congoleum UnderFlor – Floating Underlayment System.
RECOMMENDED USE
DuraCeramic, DuraCeramic Options and DuraPlank are recommended for residential and light commercial use in dry, interior, heated areas. Ovations is only recommended for residential use in dry, interior, heated areas.
Residential
Recommended for use in all areas of the home except countertops, ceilings and wet areas like shower walls and shower floors.
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Light Commercial
Recommended for areas receiving light commercial foot traffic. Install on floors, walls, and facing of counters and merchandise displays.
DuraCeramic, DuraCeramic Options and DuraPlank are not recommended for installation in exterior or unheated areas, wet areas, like shower walls or shower floors, countertops, ceilings, in commercial kitchens or food processing areas or on ramps.
For information on other specific applications, contact the Congoleum Installation and Technical Office at (609) 584-3888.