grout

  1. J

    Matching Grout

    Hi all, can anyone offer advice on what grout colour this is or similar? I’ve added extra tiles to exsisting work done by previous owner and looking to match the grout used. thank you
  2. C

    Which epoxy grout? Especially want as low sheen, matt texture as possible

    What's your tiling question? Pictures can be added.
  3. MesserUpper

    Cleaning up dust after removing grout

    The grout in my shower cabin had crumbled in some places, so genius me decided to remove all the grout and regrout everything.. why not - finally would put to use my oscillating tool. After several hours, I was almost done, but I hadn't realized what an utter mess I've made - the whole bathroom...
  4. V

    Removing or covering up grout on ceiling

    I grouted the tile at the top of wall and ceiling and now I need to paint. What is the best way to cover up the grout on the ceiling?
  5. G

    Grout sealer

    Hello, Please can someone advise me as to whether I can use Vitrex tile sealer to seal the grout in my shower? I already have a bottle of this product that I use on a travertine floor in a different part of my house. The shower has large tiles and I would prefer to paint the sealer on rather...
  6. L

    Please help grout!!!

    Please help iv had my tiles laid by a professional tiler he wasnt cheap either recommended by alot of people but my grouting is all different colours 😢 can anyone give me some advice were calling him in the morning so hes not aware at the moment ???
  7. 2

    White grout that stays clean - Synthetic?

    Hi folks. Is anyone aware of a synthetic floor grout that will not absorb dirt and stain? I've tried various white products but every one gets dirty quickly spoiling the finish. I have even trailed other potential fillers with mixed results. I'd be keen to hear your experiences. I now...
  8. R

    Constant dark patches in grout - New Build Property

    Hi All, We moved into our new property in November and are experiencing something that I have never seen before... There are several areas in our new bathroom, where the grout has gone really dark and never seems to dissappear. Moreover, everytime you run your finger of the grout / surrounding...
  9. D

    Phantom Patches on Mapei 112 Grout

    Hi all - I've just done a DIY tiling job on new tiles using Mapei medium grey grout ultracolor 112 for the grout. I've used Mapei Ultracolor for loads of projects but never that exact shade, but have never had a problem before. Frustratingly it's dried with really inconsistent colour with some...
  10. Sean-tries-to-tile

    Silicon colour match for mapei charcoal grout?

    I'm surprised to find that i mapei dont seem to do a charcoal Silicon (for interior corners) to match their charcoal grout... anyone know of a good colour match? Should i stick with mapei Silicon and chose the next best colour, or chose another brand that does charcoal which will still be a...
  11. J

    Tile Trim, No Grout Gap..... And A Rant To Finish

    Ok I am fitting the tile trim L shaped aluminium profile around the window, Dave you are right, no grout gap against the tile looks better. I did put a bit of coloured Silicon between just to seal the gap and it looks good, But do I have a grout gap in the reveal up against the tile trim ? I...
  12. E

    grout best before date

    hi just noticed on my bag of larsen colorfast grout the use by date is next week does this matter if so i will be taking it back [i bought it last month cheers george
  13. L

    Stuck - what grout?

    Stuck! I'm a DIYer that's spent the last few months remodeling the bathroom in my house. I'm nearing the end now and had some great advice from the experts in here (thanks!) I'm now finally onto the grouting stage having nearly killed myself with hundreds of subway tiles! My bathroom is...
  14. A

    Cleaning Epoxy Grout on textured porcelain tiles

    Hi, I have had both polished and matt textured wood effect tiles laid in my house and am having Kerapoxy installed on both floors. The tiler installed the Kerapoxy on the polished floors last week and despite doing a great job of cleaning up after himself there was still a greasy/sticky grout...
  15. Z

    Dark grout going white and dark residue on cloth when cleaning

    Hi, We got our bathroom done just over a year ago. The tiler used mapei grout in river grey. I have noticed some of the grout lines turning white and when I try running it off I get stains on the cloth the same colour as the grout. Does anyone have any advice?
  16. Sean-tries-to-tile

    Window tile trim-to-tile grout line?

    Hi guys just a quick one, i have read other threads about grout between trim and tile, seems about a 50 50 split concensus, but in this case, grout between window trim and tile or not? Of course I would have to shorten the center piece to allow for grout space. Also, if a grout line is left...
  17. M

    What type of adhesive and grout for tanked walls?

    Hi, Absolute newby here in terms of tiling. Having been doing lots of research and I think I`m making progress however the more I research, the more conflicting opinions I come across. Having a new shower installed over a bath, will be quite a powerful shower. I have removed the existing tiles...
  18. U

    Is this grout ok

    Just moved in to our new house with floor tiles. The grout is meant to be cermento ( but it looks lighter then I remember) I have tried cleaning them but the grout is patchy and some areas it’s ‘smooth’ and others look ‘Sandy’ I have no idea if this is what it’s meant to look like, but I am...
  19. B

    How to grout uneven split face effect tiles

    First time poster, go easy please 😁 What is the best way to grout the tiles in the picture (sample tile) attached . The tiles are 440x660 They are uneven and I want to have a 2mm grout line to keep the split face effect. Any tips or tricks would be highly appreciated! Thanks in advance, Brian.
  20. P

    Wetroom grout failing

    Hi all, Looking for a bit of advice. I had my bathroom refitted about 18 months ago and the grout appears to be failing in the shower area (impey shower tray underneath). I’ve let it dry out over the last four days but there are still damp patches - in particular closest to the drain. My...

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