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7 Steps to Bathroom Tile Grout Repair by Vicky Smith
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If the spaces in between the tiles in your bathroom and shower are dirty or unsightly, you can do a quick grout repair job on the seams to make them look new again. Cleaning up and repairing grouted seams in tiles is an easy DIY job, and you can usually complete the job in a couple of hours. This easy to follow how-to guide will walk you through the entire process. Step 1 - Select the Grout Try to purchase a type that matches the color of the grout currently used in your kitchen & bathroom. Unless you're planning on re-grouting the entire surface, you want to make sure that the new grout color matches as closely as possible. Step 2 - Remove Loose and Damaged Grout Use a grout saw to remove the loose or damaged grout in between the tiles. Gently run the grout saw back and forth along the grout seams. Be careful, or you could damage the tiles. Step 3 - Clean the Seams Use a spray bottle and some cold water to wet the areas where you removed the grout. Then, take an old toothbrush and scrub out the seams. This will remove the grout you freed with the grout saw. Finally, wipe away excess water or grout with an old towel or rag. Step 4 - Mix the Tile Grout Refer to the instructions on the bag or box of marble tiles grout you purchased. Follow the directions precisely when mixing the grout. You can mix the grout in an old plastic container or something that you can dispose of later. Step 5 - Spread Grout Use the grout float to fill the seams. Try to fill them completely, making sure the grout is as level and straight as possible. Use small edge of the grout float to match the beveled grout surface used on the other tiles. Step 6 - Clean the Tiles Working in small sections, clean the tiles with a sponge to remove any excess grout as you go. If you wait too long to clean the tiles, the grout will dry and be harder to remove. If the grout does dry and become hard, use a putty knife or plastic scraper to scrape the grout away. Then, use a damp rag to wipe the loose grout and residue way from the tiles and seams. Allow the limestone tiles to dry before continuing. Step 7 - Polish Tiles Once the tiles have dried, take a soft towel or an old T-shirt to buff out the tiles where the grout was applied. Sometimes, the grout will cause the tiles to lose their luster or shine. If you buff the area for a few seconds with a dry cloth, the shine on the tiles should return. Finally, let me have a short conclusion. As a renowned business E-platform of promoting stone industry, our client resource has accounted over 100 thousand spreading more than 100 countries and regions, with a visit volume exceeding 5 million times annually. If you are interested in us and want to consult us freely, you can also see fountain or become a loyal follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb.
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