Pour some grout out of the bag into a mixing bucket ... across the tile joints to squish the grout into the joints. Use whichever side or corner of the float is necessary to fully compress ...

Unsanded grouts are better for small grout joints and for use around any tile material, such as glass, that could scratch easily. When understanding when to use sanded vs. unsanded grout ...

For example, materials like ceramic tend to have a natural variation in size, so a wider grout joint will allow you to cover up those imperfections. Your joint sizes will also change depending on your ...

Before applying grout, ensure the tiles and joints are clean and free of dust or debris. Use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe the surface and let it dry completely. This will prevent dirt from getting ...

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For example, you'll use more grout if you're tiling on an incline to add traction, and less when you're going into a recess. Once you have those general guidelines down, picking the right grout ...

The idea is to first apply tile adhesive then butt the tiles up next to each other as close as possible — and don't worry about being perfect. The handmade look of these tiles masks many small ...

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I bought a house a few years ago and quickly learned that having white grout in the bathroom is not ... It's also — dare I say — fun to use. Plus, it'll let me get into all of those nooks ...