Question from Cathy
Debra,
We are looking to put in porcelain tile in our dining room and kitchen. My husband is interested in a new product called Snapstone, which is porcelain tile attached to a grid of plastic and rubber underneath. The tiles snap together and you use a grout specifically made for this tile for flexibility. I am sure the grout probably has some chemicals. I have had MCS for many years, and therefore, I am extremely sensitive. In the past we have used tile with the cement board, old fashioned mortar and grout. Do you think that the plastic grid attached to the underside of the tile be a long term problem? I have tried to research this out, but have not been successful. Thank you for any help you can give me.
Debra’s Answer
I don’t think the plastic grid under the tiles will be a problem, but I am concerned about this flexible grout. Since, as you know, grout is NOT flexible, they would have to add some kind of rubber or soft plastic to make it so.
I was not able to find a manufacturer for this product or an Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), which makes me a little suspicious.
I wouldn’t use this product without first getting the MSDS from whoever you are thinking of purchasing this from. Post it here and I’ll take a look at it and give you my opinion.
