Floor Covering News
MAY 6, 2022
“It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products. He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. Custom Building Products.
Granada Tile
AUGUST 29, 2017
When installing cement tiles , whether on a floor or wall, they must be sealed before and after grouting to prevent the grout staining the tile. Sealing Grout for Cement Tiles Vs. Ceramic Tiles. The grout used for most tile installations is cement grout which is porous and can absorb stains.
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Cement Style
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Because cement tile is more like natural stone than other types of tile, it’s important to use sealant before grouting to keep the grout from staining or adhering to the face of the tile. To learn more about the type of sealant you will need, you can download our guide here.
The London Tile Co.
APRIL 15, 2021
It’s time to think about grout lines. Tile grout is visible in between your tiles and can make your tiled project go from looking great to truly show stopping! People often think that tile grout has to be white or grey, but there’s a vast array of colour options now available from London Tile.
Granada Tile
MAY 15, 2022
When installed, they need to be cleaned using fine 600-grit sandpaper, then sealed with a penetrating sealant and buffed with a smooth, clean pad. Because of the sealant, the cleaning process only requires a little wash. These same cleaners will clean the grout as well. Concrete tiles make your life easy.
Fabric and Tile Masters
MARCH 31, 2020
Tile and grout look absolutely stunning when they first go in but over time can develop dark stains as receptors for mold spores, mildew, and grime. If you Google ‘best way to clean tile and grout’ you are hit with thousands of web pages and videos offering unique and home made solutions.
Granada Tile
MARCH 31, 2020
Minimum Grouting Distance. That means leaving space for grout. This isn’t a good idea, as grout helps to secure them and keep the tiles properly in place, as well as helping to create a unified look. All you need is a 1/16-inch gap between tiles for grout for a continuous look. Grouting with light colored grout.
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