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Q: After setting tile how long should you wait to grout?
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How long should it take to tile a small bathroom that is 3 by 3 metres with very large tiles?

Depending on the tilesetter, but typically a couple days. The floor needs to be prepared and if there was any patching it may need to dry. The tilesetter may want to come back the next day. Then the tile needs to be set and if the tilesetter has good tools that should only take an hour or two. Then the mortar needs to set before the tilesetter can do the grout. Grouting should take most of a day since the grout needs to cure while it is being cleaned. You should not walk on the tile while the grout is setting up and sealing the grout should wait for a few days. The time involved isn't so much a funciton of the size of the tile job, but more a function of the mortar and grout setting times.


Can ceramic tiles become loose if no grout is applied?

No it shouldn't, but you should still grout your tile.


Do you seal travertine tile before you grout?

Yes, it is recommended to seal travertine tile before grouting to protect it from potential staining or discoloration caused by the grout. Sealing the tile will also make it easier to clean and maintain in the long run.


How can you install tile without grout lines?

No, the grout allows for tile expansion and contractions, without it your tile could crack but there are some tile that can be installed with minimal (1/16inch) grout lines.


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Should the grout for a tile floor match or contrast with the tiles?

Grout should usually be white or contrast with the tiles, but it truly depends on your preferences.


How do you tile?

With grout


Do you seal tile before you grout?

It depends on the type of tile you have. If the tile is unglazed and porous (as mostly all travertine is) then you will need to seal the tile before you grout it so that the grout does not soak into the tile and cause it to become dull. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for the tile that you have.


Can you grout a floor if a tile is loose?

You risk having the loose tile cause the grout to chip out. Find a way to secure the tile first.


Why was Finazzle Tile and Grout Cleaner discontinued?

Finazzle Tile & Grout Cleaner has not been discontinued. It is still available for purchase.


Can you use White grout to install porcelain tile?

Not JUST a grout no. You can get a cement that will also work as a grout but a pure grout would not have the adhesion required to stick the tiles to the wall properly, you should not use it as a cement.


What is the difference between sanded and non-sanded grout?

The obvious answer is sanded grout has sand. But the in depth answer has many differences. Sanded grout which is the most common, can be used in a grout joint from 1/8" to 1/2" (and larger but check the grout). Sanded grout scratches many tile like glass. Non sanded grout can only be used on joints 1/8" or less. Non sanded grout is typically seen on marble and granite tile, many wall tile, and all glass tile.