How To Fix The Grout In Tile Floor Video

A grout saw is a small handheld blade that fits between the gaps in tile.

How to fix the grout in tile floor video.

Learn the ins and outs of grouting a tile floor. 1 measure the width of the grout lines on your tile floor. Measure the space between the tiles. At most tile specialty shops you can get or order sanded caulk most floor grouts are sanded that will closely match your existing grout color.

If the width is 1 8 of an inch or smaller use an unsanded grout. Leah demonstrates how to remove damaged grout with a grout saw and then re grout the damaged areas. Choose the correct type of grout based on the width of your tile joints and where the repair is being done. This how to video is just one of many fantastic projects that you can find.

With these insights you will be an expert tile grouter in no time. If you need to repair grout numerous times on any one floor ask an engineer to look into the underlying cause of the problem. Use a grout saw that has a blade with a width that will fit between the tiles you re working on. Use a grout saw to remove the top 1 8 inch 0 32 cm of damaged grout.

This fix is only practical for interior tile floors and when the gaps between the tiles are 1 4 in. You need to see hometalk s helpful video to find out how to repair cracked grout. Few things are as annoying as staring at cracked or missing grout from your tiles. For more tile grout tips and tricks pleas.

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