This is a tutorial on how to apply grout.
Specifically, I’m using 1-Quart Simple Premium Grout which is pre-mixed so I don’t have to mix it myself. This is most useful for when applying grout to a small area. This project is about a 4 square foot area, so it’s a very simple application.
Equipment Needed to Apply Grout
- PreMixed Grout – http://amzn.to/2mruyxD
- Grout float – http://amzn.to/2mucKS
- Soft Grout Sponge – http://amzn.to/2mJRPf0
How to Apply Grout – Just the Steps
- Get all your pieces together.
- Set the tiles using ready set cement and spacers.
- Take the grout from the quart container and push it into the spaces between the tiles. Do this for about 1-3 square feet.
- Use a sponge to wipe the unnecessary grout away. Try to keep the sponge as dry as possible. Only sponge the grout once or twice, then rinse and squeeze dry your sponge.
- Change water often. As the water gets dirty, you’ll be less effective in cleaning up the tile.
- Repeat across all surface area that you want to be grouted.
- Once you have the project covered, wait four hours for the grout to cure.
- Once grout is cured, go back over the whole project and clean up all the unnecessary grout. Especially make sure to wipe off the haze on your pretty tiles.
- That’s it. Once you clean it up for the final time, let the grout sit for 48 hours. Then you’re done.
Overall Thoughts on the Product
This grout isn’t excellent. I’ve noticed a bit of chipping since installing the floor. Because we put corrugated steel siding behind the stove, we had to stand on the tile to get the steel working. Maybe if we had waited another day the grout would have hardened up better.
Also, the wood to tile joints don’t seem to be quite as strong as the tile to tile joints.
I like the simplicity of just opening up the container and grouting. That is far easier than doing it the traditional way. Traditionally, you mix up grouting dirt with water using a drill with a mixer attachment on it. That requires more tools, more focus and more experience. This pre-mixed grout is far more approachable, especially if you’re new to grouting.
Anyways, that’s all I’ve got for now. I hope you find this useful. If you have any questions leave a comment down below.
