{"id":333,"date":"2016-05-10T07:01:31","date_gmt":"2016-05-10T07:01:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/?p=333"},"modified":"2019-10-09T19:45:42","modified_gmt":"2019-10-09T19:45:42","slug":"great-grouting-techniques","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/?p=333","title":{"rendered":"Grout it out Loud: Tips and Techniques for Great Grouting"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_47_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6a20d00f542d9\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6a20d00f542d9\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/?p=333\/#Grouting_Techniques\" title=\"Grouting Techniques\">Grouting Techniques<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grouting_Techniques\"><\/span>Grouting Techniques<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So you\u2019re remodeling the bathroom, and you\u2019ve picked out the perfect <strong>Subway Tile<\/strong> pattern from <strong>Daltile <\/strong>or <a href=\"http:\/\/americanolean.com\/\"><strong>American Olean<\/strong><\/a>. The tiles are up and in place. Now, it\u2019s time to get grouting. Applying grout to the gaps between tiles is a crucial part of a successful tile install, but all it takes is one misstep, and you might end up with grimey grout stuck forever in a place where it doesn\u2019t belong. Here are a few quick tips and tricks to help you complete a successful DIY grout job.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2232\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2232\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/sub-tile.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-2232\" src=\"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/sub-tile.jpg\" alt=\"Grouting Techniques\" width=\"610\" height=\"610\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/sub-tile.jpg 400w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/sub-tile-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/sub-tile-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2232\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A look at Grouting with subway tiles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>To show you the proper grouting techniques First you will need to assemble all of the necessary tools. This includes the grout powder, a bucket and a stirring rod for mixing, a grout float for applying the mixture to the tile, tape, rubber gloves to protect the hands, a wet sponge, and copious amounts of paper towels for cleanup.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2234\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2234\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/tile_grout_product2_lg.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-2234\" src=\"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/tile_grout_product2_lg.jpg\" alt=\"Finishing grouting on tile\" width=\"610\" height=\"479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/tile_grout_product2_lg.jpg 391w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/tile_grout_product2_lg-300x236.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2234\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Grouting new tile<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Next, clean all of the tile joints thoroughly, and use the tape to cover the areas where grout might spill over during application. Follow the manufacturer\u2019s specifications to mix the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Mix-Grout\">grout powder<\/a> with water until it reaches the proper consistency. Slip on the gloves, grab the grout float, and apply the grout mixture at a 45 degree angle to the grout joints. Use the empty <a href=\"http:\/\/homeguides.sfgate.com\/grout-float-notched-trowel-86514.html\">float<\/a> to scrape off the excess grout at a 90 degree angle \u2013 diagonally \u2013 so no grout is pulled out of the joints. After about 10 minutes, use the damp sponge to wipe away the excess grout that builds up across the tile faces. This may take several applications, and it is a good idea to wait a minute or two between sponge applications to allow the grout in the joints to dry. Finally, use the paper towels to wipe off any excess grout that remains on the tile face.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2235\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2235\" style=\"width: 611px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-2235\" src=\"http:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Finishing tile work with some grout \" width=\"611\" height=\"458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960-1170x878.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960-585x439.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/droc313_4fv_groutshower01.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.1280.960.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 611px) 100vw, 611px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2235\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sand Color Grout<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>These steps seem fairly simple, but it is important to remember that although the grout mixture is water-based, once it dries, it will NEVER come off. Be sure to use the dry paper towels to remove every bit of excess grout before it dries, otherwise, you\u2019ll have to look at for as long as you own the home. It\u2019s a good idea to prepare only enough grout mixture for the area you intend to grout. The mixture in the bucket can dry in as little as two hours, so if you planned an epic 12 hour groutathon, be prepared to remix. After the work is done and the excess is all cleaned, the grout should be allowed to set for 48-72 hours. If you absolutely have to walk across it before that time, be sure to lay a thick plywood sheet across the floor to evenly distribute the weight. Then, in a few days, enjoy your work!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to talk about <a href=\"http:\/\/www.qualityflooring4less.com\/ceramic-tile-and-stone.html\">Tile Flooring<\/a> options for your home, feel free to give us a call at <a href=\"tel:5106985142\">510-698-5142<\/a>. We\u2019ll be happy to help. Thanks for reading, and good luck on your project!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Grouting Techniques So you\u2019re remodeling the bathroom, and you\u2019ve picked out the perfect Subway Tile pattern from Daltile or American Olean. The tiles are up and in place. Now, it\u2019s time to get grouting. Applying grout to the gaps between tiles is a crucial part of a successful tile install, but all it takes is one misstep, and you might end up with grimey grout&#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"more\"><a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/?p=333\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1730,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[46,30],"tags":[74,75,76],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/333"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=333"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/333\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2774,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/333\/revisions\/2774"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1730"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=333"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=333"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/site.qualityflooring4less.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=333"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}