Anyone who was engaged in finishing work knows very well that the last step in the process of working with tiles is the grout. Now manufacturers offer this material for certain conditions.
More recently, the grout was only white, but now on the market you can find it of any color that is selected for tiles.
Why is a grout needed, and how to use it
Grout is a dry mixture, the basis of which is cement. It is used in order to fill the seams between the tiles; This gives aesthetics, and also protects against excess moisture.
Before proceeding to the last stage of the finish, it is necessary to prepare the seams. To do this, clean the tile of glue and dry it. The grout itself is diluted in water to a creamy state and using a spatula is applied to the seams between the tiles. It is important to follow the smoothness of the seams. The remains of the grout need to be removed so that it does not freeze on the tile.
Important: regardless of the selected material, it is important to accurately follow the instructions: the grout should not dry ahead of time or damage the enamel of the tiles.
What to choose
When deciding which grout for tiles is better, it should be borne in mind that epoxy materials or special hydrophilizers are preferred for wet rooms. These mixtures prevent moisture to penetrate and mold formation. Manufacturers offering grouts:
Ceresit. Enjoys special trust among buyers. Mixtures for grouting seams with a thickness of 5-10mm. By acting according to the instructions, you can quickly and simply get a quality solution with which it is very easy to work.
Litochrom Starlike. This manufacturer offers an epoxy mixture, which is especially appropriate for wet rooms, in the bathroom and toilet.
Before choosing a grout, carefully study the reviews of those who have already used it. So, for example, some note that the grout of the Mapei company has a number of advantages, but at the same time it hardens quite quickly, and the grout from the manufacturer Tample changes color over time and even cracks. The inconsistency of reviews, of course, complicates the task, but, in any case, it is better to listen to them.