{"product_id":"mapei-ultracolor-plus-fa-black-5010","title":"MAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA Black #5010 All-in-One Grout 10-lb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA Black #5010\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium all-in-one grout designed for bold tile installations where durability, modern style, and professional performance matter. Featuring a deep black finish, this grout creates dramatic contrast with white subway tile, enhances contemporary porcelain surfaces, and delivers a striking designer look with natural stone, mosaics, and glass tile installations. Whether you are remodeling a bathroom, updating a kitchen backsplash, building a spa-inspired shower, or completing a commercial tile project, this high-performance grout helps deliver long-lasting, polished results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for grout joints from \u003cstrong\u003e1\/16 inch to 3\/4 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e, MAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA eliminates the need to purchase separate sanded and unsanded grout, simplifying project planning while providing installation flexibility across a wide range of tile applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose MAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA Black #5010?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrout does far more than fill tile joints—it impacts the overall appearance, maintenance, and long-term durability of your installation. MAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA Black #5010 is engineered for homeowners, tile professionals, and interior designers seeking a grout that combines performance with bold visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis advanced formula offers \u003cstrong\u003ehigh stain resistance with no sealing required\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping reduce maintenance while keeping grout joints cleaner over time. Its rapid-setting formulation allows installations to be ready for foot traffic in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3 to 4 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for projects where time and efficiency matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe color-consistent, non-shrinking, and efflorescence-free composition helps create uniform grout joints with a clean finished appearance while minimizing common issues associated with traditional grout products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA Black #5010 Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU \/ Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black #5010\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBag Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint Width Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for grout joints from 1\/16\" to 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-in-One Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces separate sanded and unsanded grout products\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Sealing Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e High stain resistance for simplified maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready for foot traffic in approximately 3 to 4 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Color consistent, non-shrinking, and efflorescence-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Exterior Approved:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for residential and commercial wall and floor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet Area Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approved for dry, wet, steam, and submerged installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLEED Contribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e May help support environmentally conscious building projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Applications for Black #5010 Grout\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich bold tone of \u003cstrong\u003eBlack #5010\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for installations where grout lines are intended to make a visual statement. It pairs beautifully with white ceramic subway tile for classic contrast, complements charcoal and dark gray porcelain tile, and enhances modern industrial, minimalist, and luxury tile designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible tile materials include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePorcelain tile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCeramic tile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCeramic mosaics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlass tile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGranite\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStone agglomerates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimensional stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrick pavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuarry tile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClay tile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended use areas include kitchen backsplashes, shower walls, bathroom floors, steam showers, saunas, laundry rooms, mudrooms, entryways, patios, swimming pools, spas, fountains, water features, and demanding commercial tile installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Moisture-Rich and High-Performance Environments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom residential wet rooms to submerged decorative water features, MAPEI Ultracolor Plus FA Black #5010 is engineered for environments where moisture resistance, long-term durability, and reliable performance are essential. Its versatile formulation makes it suitable for both decorative and high-function tile projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Product Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow current manufacturer installation instructions for proper substrate preparation, mixing procedures, cure schedules, and approved installation methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUsing this MAPEI product may help contribute toward LEED certification of projects.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to variations in installation methods, grout selection, lighting conditions, photography, and monitor settings, the final installed appearance may differ from images shown. 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