grouting

  1. J

    Exterior grouting with the wet weather.

    Hi, I've laid an external porcelain patio on a sand and cement bed with ultrascape priming slurry. It was layed just under 5 weeks ago. I am wanting to grout the patio but am concerned about doing it when it is wet/not fully dry I wouldn't be concerned if it hadn't been raining so much but...
  2. blackarrow1990

    Grout lines too bright after grouting, how to fix this?

    Hello, after tiling the kitchen area I did grouting but I am not happy with the results. The grout lines are too bright, almost white. Although I used almost dry sponge to wipe off the excess grout (with special rollers so I can get the water out), it seems that I managed to wash off pigments...
  3. M

    Tanking vs moisture resistant grouting

    We are redoing our bathroom and had a long discussion on tanking with our handyman who does minor plumbing and tiling. We have asked him to tank around the bath and shower areas. He has been saying that if grouting is properly applied then there is no need for tanking as grouting is moisture...
  4. B

    Travertine tile grouting advice.

    Hi all. After living in my property for over 7 years I've recently discovered the type of tile used in the whole of the downstairs, it's a Travertine tile. I've always had trouble keeping them clean, plus the pitted nature of the tile makes it near impossible to clean properly. After some...
  5. Anthelix

    Outdoor grouting : epoxy vs cement-based vs polyurethane ?

    Hi ! I will be tiling a south-facing patio with porcelain on a concrete slab. Which grout should I use ? I will need light grey and brown grouts (two different tiles). Epoxy : will it resist to constant UV exposure or could it turn yellow ? Isn't it too hard to clean on structured outdoor...
  6. G

    Looking for a good soft grouting float

    Where the best place to get soft grouting float from? At a decent price ?
  7. F

    Rained before grouting

    Hi. My tile installer came to install tile on my outdoor patio. He used Mapeguard CL, and added all the tiles on top. Did not cover in any way. Along came a tropical storm within 24 hours, so it is completely soaked. What does he need to do? Is the Mapeguard ruined? Does it need to dry...
  8. A

    Slurry grouting with Seciltek

    Hi,what ratio for slurry grout using Seciltek Cal adhesive please?Is it a normal mix or thinner? Regards Alan Thanks in advance.👍
  9. A

    Slurry grouting using limestone tiles

    Hi,i just tiled limestone tiles 600x400 onto a limecrete floor using Seciltek cal adhesive,i’ll be using this to slurry grout,what ratio do i use please?Is it as spec or thinner? Thanks in advance. Alan
  10. W

    Is this grouting acceptable?

    Hi all, I've had a nightmare with my patio, one issue after another. The latest one is the grouting, I think it's shocking but would like to hear your opinions to see if I'm expecting too much on quality of finish and also want I can do to fix it, would it be a regrout or can I sandpaper to...
  11. D

    Bathroom re grouting.

    Can I add anti mold solution to my grout when mixing it
  12. elvis80

    Grouting tumbled edge

    This is my first thread, so hopefully I'm observing all the rules... I am struggling to grout tumbled edge tiles. I've got two issues, firstly the grout won't stay in the joins very well - if I leave it long enough to go off so that the sponge doesn't wipe it all away, then that means it's also...
  13. T

    Grouting for fireplace chamber?

    Hi, I've tiled the inside of a fireplace chamber, off-white herringbone marble. A labour of love but that's another story. It'll eventually have gas stove fitted, no open fire. Have used heat-resistant adhesive, what should I be looking for when buying grout. Only white needed. Thanks much.
  14. U

    Advice: grouting quality?

    Had tiles laid a while a go and grout was really patchy and pin holes. Tiler final come back ( didn’t come due to covid) He removed the dark patches of grey grout and put a slurry on top. This is how it’s been left, I can scrap the slurry out with my nail and still have patchy areas
  15. B

    Grouting quality - advice needed

    I'm looking for some expert advice and hopefully some reassurance.... I've just had a complete bathroom renovation finished by a tradesman who specialises in bathrooms. In general, I am really pleased with the outcome and the contractor has been a pleasure to deal throughout the project. I...
  16. B

    hi everyone - confused homeowner

    just a confused & concerned homeowner hoping to have my mind put at rest...Thank you.
  17. S

    Grouting problem

    I used a work man on a job to lay kitchen floor tiles The grouting is very messy and needs cleaning up what is the best way to do that? Thanks
  18. O

    Tile glaze after grouting

    Guys, When you finish your grouting. Go over the surface with a wash boy. There is still a glaze on glossy tiles. My question is do you leave that for the customer or stay to clean it all several time? I’m finding that trying to clean it too much is just making the grout worse. how do you go...
  19. N

    Dark/Black Grout Onto White Bevel Edge Tiles

    We've seen a lot of comments online about grouting dark / black grout onto white bevel edge tiles - the leaching, the stains, the headache....this is totally a product push but watch the video Shaun shows how easy it is to overcome. Top grout and we swear by it. Happy to do local demos with...
  20. G

    Opinions on Grouting

    Hi there, just looking for some advice. This tile job/grouting was done by a professional tiler in our ensuite and shower cubicle..we feel it's not done particularly well, adhesive is showing through in some parts and there are gaps and pinholes which presumably will let through moisture? Will...

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