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grouting
Grout is a dense fluid which is used to fill gaps or used as reinforcement in existing structures. Grout is generally a mixture of water, cement, and sand and is employed in pressure grouting, embedding rebar in masonry walls, connecting sections of pre-cast concrete, filling voids, and sealing joints such as those between tiles. Common uses for grout in the household include filling in tiles of shower floors and kitchen tiles. It is often color tinted when it has to be kept visible and sometimes includes fine gravel when being used to fill large spaces (such as the cores of concrete blocks). Unlike other structural pastes such as plaster or joint compound, correctly mixed and applied grout forms a water resistant seal.Although both grout and its close relative mortar are applied as a thick emulsion and harden over time, grout is distinguished by its low viscosity and lack of lime (added to mortar for pliability); grout is thin so it flows readily into gaps, while mortar is thick enough to support not only its own weight, but also that of masonry placed above it.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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.
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
Happy Friday All
We have launched the NEW Nicobond Grout Pro Flexible range.
I am happy to offer 2 x 10kg bags of our NEW Nicobond Grout Pro FREE OF CHARGE to the first 10 tilers that comment on this post.
Let me know your thoughts on the product then happy to have a chat about how we can...
Afternoon All
Check out our NEW Nicobond Grout Collection brochure...
https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/65324812/nicobond-professional-grout-collection
Give us a shout on the mobile if you have any questions or enquiries.
Andy Glendinning
Nicobond National Sales Manager
07971 512 983
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