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The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Grout is the material visible between tiles. Grout can be water-resistant. It is used to fill the space between the tiles and to support them. However, water or other liquids, will most likely penetrate the joint. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Grout is a thick paste that has many applications. Tile grout is typically cement-based. The application most people are familiar with is for filling cracks between tiles to help keep them in place. General
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Diary of a Tile Addict
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
Last year we covered the exciting collection Cava designed by LucidiPevere for Living Ceramics – a concrete-effect range focused on highlighting the wonders of coloured grout through a series of surface incisions. The new Cava Mosaic project takes the base idea of Cava – that grout is the key element when it comes to the tiles’ decor – and implements it in a new series of formats.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Most epoxy and cement grouts are considered hazardous, corrosive and dangerous. The Tile Doctorand#39;s epoxy grout is the safest non toxic grout option. General
Garden State Tile Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
However, when it comes to the part that pulls the entire design together, we save the best for last – and that’s grout. Grout is generally defined as a mixture of water, cement, and other binding agents that is applied between the joints of your tiles after installation. TYPES OF GROUT.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Jewels is the "Jewelry" for glass tiles 26 amazing colors named after Jewels, all of deep and beautiful colors comprised of glass grout that can be used virtually anywhere, pools, steam showers and backsplashes.
Tile Doctor
SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
So it is no wonder that when it comes time to choose the grout, many don’t give this much thought. Grout. Material - Tile, Natural Stone, Marble glamour grout grout sparkly grout When installing tile, everyone gets so excited with picking the perfect style. And it’s a big decision – there’s the type of stone, color and size to be considered.
Tile Talk
JULY 8, 2014
Because it is very porous, cement tile is more prone to grout haze than glazed ceramic tile. Today, I''ll explain why grout haze occurs, how you can spot it and how to remove it. Spotting Grout Haze. Grout haze on a cement tile installation. The "white film" you see on the dark green pattern of the tile is grout haze. Grout haze will generally appear as a white or grey streak on the dark colors in the pattern. Understanding Why Grout Haze Occurs.
Diary of a Tile Addict
MAY 8, 2020
Playing with grout lines, Zip offers unique decorative effects with shaped edges alongside its standard 600 by 600mm and 600 by 1,200mm pieces. The three colours – Anthracite Black, Ivory White, and Antique Terracotta – work to enable striking contrast between a variety of grout shades. Subtle texture and a matte finish emphasise the neutrality of the tiles, ensuring the decorative grout lines take pride of place.
The Tile Doctor
JANUARY 30, 2017
Colorful Grout Options that Provide the Final Finish Recently a customer called who said, “I cannot believe it, I found you too late… ,” so that prompted me to write this post. They were doing a project at Clemson University and said they couldn’t find the correct Orange Grout, they looked for Colorful.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
While cured epoxy poses minimal risks, liquid and partially-cured epoxies present health threats, requiring preventative measures during tile installation such as keeping an area well ventilated and wearing protective gear. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Knowing how to seal grout is important. Grout sealing is how you protect your grout from outside forces and keep it durable. Cement-based grout, in particular, must always be sealed. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Yes, what you select for something as simple as your grout can make or break your projects appearance. Today you have what seems like an almost endless array of choices in Tile, Stone, Glass and even Mosaics. General
Diary of a Tile Addict
JUNE 13, 2018
Regular readers of Tile Addict will have noted my comments on the growing use of coloured grout as an integral part of new tile displays at Coverings and other recent international trade shows. However, the true reveal does not occur until the tiles are installed … at the moment when the chosen coloured grout joint is complete. To aid the design process, 18 specific grout colours are specified in the Cava catalogue. Cava by Living Ceramics.
The Tile Doctor
OCTOBER 26, 2017
When reading a post on HGTV’s website titled: “Hold On, Glitter Grout Exists and We’re Obsessed” I was thrilled! Since we offer the amazing Litokol Starlike Grout that comes with Glitter options we have to agree. Artistic Mosaics Design Examples How-To News and Announcements bathroom remodel glamour grout Glass Grout Glitter Grout grout Jewelry for mosaics Jewels Mosaic Grout Pool Grout sparkly grout
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
So it is no wonder that when it comes time to choose the grout. When installing tile, everyone gets excited picking the perfect style. And itand#39;s a big decision - thereand#39;s the type of stone, color and size to be considered.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Stone tile is a popular option for both indoor and outdoor projects, but whether youand#39;re using marble, slate, granite or travertine, grout and stone choice is an important decision.
Why Tile
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Picking out a tile color, pattern, shape, and layout is a fun part of designing your tile application, but all too often we forget about an equally important design element: grout color.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
If not properly sealed and taken care of, grout can become discolored and therefore noticeable in a way you donand#39;t want it to be noticed. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of injury to the public and a principal cause of litigation against businesses today. Good maintenance procedures can reduce this obvious risk. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Always follow manufacturerand#39;s instructions on the specific sealer being used. Some sealers breath naturally so a "still wet" installation can be allowed to dry out even after the sealer is applied. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Note Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of injury to the public and a principal cause of litigation against businesses today. Good maintenance procedures can reduce this obvious risk. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Letand#39;s talk first about Portland cement based grout since this is the most commonly used material. Once the grout is mixed per the Manufacturers instructions, it needs to be installed.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Epoxy grout is a great choice when you are ready to re-grout a tile project. Because epoxy grout is so much stronger than other types of grout (particularly cement grout), you wonand#39;t even need to remove all of your old grout.
How to Floor Tile
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
More than one customer looked at me with dismay when I told them that after the shower was built and Epoxy Grout installed, they still need to wait about 4 days before using the shower to allow the Epoxy to set up completely. So I had to return to scrape it off and re-grout it.
Making Tile Modern
MAY 30, 2012
Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). Grout is what seals everything together – literally. Don’t go through all this time to find the right tile only to not think about what grout you will grout it with. It’s kinda like the perfect marriage of tile and grout. Same exact pebble tile, but with different grouts.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Letand#39;s talk first about Portland cement based grout since this is the most commonly used material. Once the grout is mixed per the Manufacturers instructions, it needs to be installed.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
And just as important as having nice tile is making sure that your grout stands out beyond all others. Tile can be one of the most important parts of a well-designed home. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Specialized grout can sometimes be required by Artists when doing 3D Mosaics or other Outdoor Mosaic Projects. One such project was an Artists project in Venice Italy. General
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
You may have already selected tile for your kitchen or bathroom remodel but now itand#39;s time to accessorized with your grout selection. Donand#39;t miss a prime opportunity to put the finishing touches on your design. General
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
AUGUST 26, 2015
Blotchy grout is not as uncommon as you might think. With a little know-how blotchy grout can be avoided from the start if you follow a few basic installation techniques. The grout is already installed and blotchy? Why is my grout blotchy? installation groutToo late? We have tips for that, too.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Epoxy grout is stain resistant and water resistant because it isnand#39;t porous like cement grout. This means epoxy grout lasts longer than cement grout. It also makes epoxy grout the best choice for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Tile Excellence
DECEMBER 16, 2016
Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts By Chris Lawson Tile repairs are a very specialized service and it can be hard to get tile contractors interested in small, sometimes difficult, detailed repairs. The first step is to remove the grout around the targeted tile so as not to disturb the tiles around it that will not be removed. Grout binds together tiles and gives it solidity and if not removed then action against one tile can affect others.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
All epoxy grout products on the market have varying instructions for how to mix their epoxy grout. Because some epoxy grout products are hard to work with, following those directions is important.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Here are some summer grout color ideas to keep you warm. If youand#39;ve got an outdoor tile project lined up, or even an indoor tile installation, why not consider summer colors to remind you all year round how wonderful summer is. General
As The Tile Turns
JULY 29, 2014
We recently received this great tool from the experts at Artistic Tile showing the prominent effect of grout color in a mosaic application. As designers push the boundaries of mosaic design, grout can often become more visible thus altering the appearance of such mosaics. Below are three examples, each of the same mosaic colorway with varied grout colors. No doubt about it, grout makes all the difference!!!
CUSTOM Insights Blog
OCTOBER 1, 2015
Have you ever experienced grout sticking to your tile making cleaup time consuming? Many common tile types, including porcelain and stone, can pose a challenge during the grouting process. Natural stone, textured tile, matte unpolished porcelain tiles, or tiles with a coating commonly pose a challenge when cleaning grout haze or residue. Aqua Mix® Grout Release is the solution. It’s a temporary, water-soluble, low VOC coating applied 30 minutes before grouting.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Learn how to prepare and install Starlike Grout. Starlike is the only product that can be used in three diferent ways: as an Epoxy filler for grouting, an adhesive for tiles, or a decorative wall smoother.
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
If youand#39;re wondering where to buy Starlike grout, look no further than the Tile Doctor. distributor for this world leading boutique grouting product line. We are the exclusive North American U.S. General
The Tile Shop
AUGUST 3, 2012
Look what a little grout cleaner and fresh paint/accessories can do: WOW
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Starlike grout is ideal for porcelain tiles. This high-quality epoxy grout is easy to work with and completely non-toxic, making it safe for installers, consumers, pets, and the environment.
The Tile Doctor
OCTOBER 23, 2015
You may have already selected tile for your kitchen or bathroom remodel but now it’s time to accessorized with your grout selection. Grout is more than just a filler between your tile. How-To Installation Tips Tutorials backsplash bathroom and kitchen bathroom remodel Easy DIY fashion grout glamour grout grout home selling tips interior designing
The Tile Doctor
JUNE 30, 2020
Turning Grout Work into Art Work Learning how to choose grout color is important if you are ready to take advantage of the full range of possibilities when it comes to making the most out of each tile project you work on.
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