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Discuss Grout cracking in shower in the Tiling Forum at TilersForums; Hi, Following another post, which you guys have helped me with, I also have an issue with some of the tiles in my shower. As it is used a lot, ...
          
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    Default Grout cracking in shower

    Hi,

    Following another post, which you guys have helped me with, I also have an issue with some of the tiles in my shower.

    As it is used a lot, some cracks have appeared in the grout on say two tiles, which my tiler will prob re grout when he comes tomorrow....

    Will I always have this issue, shall I use Aquamix sealant on the grout in the shower to help? I am just concerned more cracks will appear over time and maybe if water gets in, the tiles will fall off, bit extreme but you never know...

    I am sure none of this tanking I hear of was considered at the time.....

    Thanks

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    Default Re: Grout cracking in shower

    What tiles do you have in the shower ?
    What ever he does he most remove the grout 1st, not just grout over.
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    Default Re: Grout cracking in shower

    Thanks,

    They are Porcelain grey with a matt finish, the grout is grey as well.

    The ensuite, which touch wood is okay for now.... they are ceramic with a gloss finish.

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    Default Re: Grout cracking in shower

    I wonder if he used grout for porcelain then ??
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    Default Re: Grout cracking in shower

    ??

    BAL microflex grey grout was used for the wall and floors.......

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    Default Re: Grout cracking in shower

    What was the substrate and are there any silicon joints in the internal corners ?
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    I will have to ask on the substrate....

    The shower is a walk in shower in the corner on the bathroom, so the corner does have a silicone seal.....

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    Default Re: Grout cracking in shower

    What adhesive was used as well
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