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How do I reattach pool tiles?
The following tiles:
Have fallen off the side of the swimming pool here:
Questions: What should I use to stick them back on? I notice that they appear to have grouting between them. Is that a ...
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Are “Waterproofing Primer” and “Grout Sealer” the same?
As I'm getting close to end of bathroom renovation, hardware store recommends me to purchase 'grout sealer' to finish off new layered grout. When I test it out, I found out it is very similar to ...
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Do I need water protection over tile grout in my bathtub?
A handyman suggested to me that I might need to periodically apply water-sealant to the tile and grout on the tile wall of my bathtub. Is he correct?
If so, what's a good sealant to use, how is it ...
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Can I use epoxy grout on tiled shower and bathroom floors?
I'm considering white grout for bathroom shower walls (the floor will be covered with a shower tub). Wanting to avoid problems with graying, mold and mildew in the shower and sink back-splash area, I ...
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Is urethane based grout worth the cost for bathroom tile?
We are beginning a project to tile the master bathroom. The local tile shop where we are purchasing the tile is recommending a urethane based grout (specifically Bostik TruColor Pre-Mixed Grout). I ...
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Can I put fresh grout over grout that was done less than 48 hours ago?
We had bad light when rinsing last night and today the grout seems uneven in the lines. If I mix grout tonight can I fill in some of the problem areas? Or do I have to dig out all the grout first?
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Our tiler put Grout Boost on after laying grout, thinking it was grout sealer. What should we do?
Our tiler made an error and put Grout Boost on after laying the grout, thinking it was grout sealer. What should we do?
Will Grout Boost act as sealer when applied after grout is put down and dry?
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What is a good barrier between grout and wood?
A side of a tile flooring project abuts a strip of wood. How should I handle the side where the tile meets the wood so the wood won't absorb all the water from the grout?
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How can I clean floor tile grout?
Someone I know had tile laid in their kitchen and was supposed to seal the grout after the work was done. This never happened and now they have dirty grout. What's the best way to make the grout look ...
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Should unsanded grout become darker when wet?
Anyone who recognizes me at this point will know I've been working on remodeling our bathroom (Should we use a tub surround and Curing time for grout with GroutBoost).
We finally finished everything ...
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Must I remove all mortar between tiles before grouting?
I'm just getting ready to lay down the grout after successfully tiling our master bathroom. I've been told in no uncertain terms that I must remove the spacers between tiles (or else grouting over ...
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Can I use my shower while grout is curing?
I just recaulked my front bath and accidentally popped loose a tile in the process. I reinstalled the tile and allowed that to set before grouting. I just finished grouting the tile, and I read on ...
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How can I seal the grout on kitchen wall tiles to give lasting stain and mould protection?
I have 1.5mm of white grout between rectified white tiles on my kitchen walls as a splashback (or backsplash in North America*) behind the sink and cooktop and I'm concerned about stains from food and ...
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How do I do a minor grout repair properly?
I've got grout between some floor tiles that is cracking and coming out in small chips, over time. The tiles and remaining grout are otherwise in great shape. I suspect this is just a problem ...
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How do I remove the white residue on fresh tile grout?
The day after grouting my tile, a white residue formed on top of the (grey) grout. Moistening the grout makes the residue go away until it dries again. I've been told the problem is because I had ...
