Grout Repairs and Silicone replacement

For many people, old tiles in bathrooms and laundries often need Grout Repairs and Silicone Replacement. Do you have moldy or damaged grout and silicone that needs replacing in your shower walls and floors we can remove all that for you and replace it with brand new? We use professional grout removal tools and we do not skim coat (new grout over existing grout) as this only lasts a few months.

We also carry a large variety of grout colors to match your existing grout. For silicone we carry 6 different colors and we only use 100% silicone.

Grout Repairs - 101

Grout is usually a contrasting colour and it’s role is to keep the spaces between each tile looking uniform and clean. This material often becomes damaged over a period of time, and will likely require some grout repair to restore it to its original state. If you’re dealing with damaged grout, there are some easy ways to fix it yourself. With just a few simple tools and some quick training, you can easily repair damaged grout and make your floors, backsplash, and feature walls look fantastic again.

Types of Grout

Grout comes in two major formats: sanded and unsanded. The type grout you use will be based on the width of your tile joints and where you plan to make your repairs. Before you begin, measure the space between the tiles. If it’s larger than 1/8 of an inch, you should use sanded grout. If it’s smaller than 1/8 of an inch, use unsanded grout. You should never use sanded grout with glass, metal, or marble tiles since it can scratch the surface and cause damage. Acrylic latex grout is a good alternative, but it will require sealing. Epoxy grout works great to resist stains, but it may be a bit difficult to apply. Contact us for a free quote.

Using Silicone on Tiles

Tips For Using Silicone

Silicone is used for finishing, after your tile has been installed, grouted, and sealed. Where is silicone used? Generally where two surfaces meet and the joint requires flexibility. This is because silicone absorbs movement.

What areas does that include? The joint between the shower pan and the porcelain or ceramic wall tiles, also the joint between the sink and wall tiles or bathtub and wall tiles. Moreover, an internal vertical corner would also be a place that silicone would be used. How can you get a nice clean finish?

Tips From The Pros

Do not cut the nozzle hole too large. If you cut too much off the nozzle, it will be difficult to get the silicone to flow out in a thin bead. Also, cut the nozzle at a small 45 degree angle so that it will move smoothly along the joint.

When applying the silicone, run it over the beam in a single pass rather than starting and stopping.Want to add a shine to that silicone finish? Mix some water and dishwashing liquid, dip your finger in it, and run it along the silicone joint.

How Do You Replace Grout?

Before you attempt to replace any grout, you must identify the existing grout and tiles as this will form the basis of your decision. Using the wrong grout can cause more harm than good. He are our steps to follow:

Identify the Grout Colour and Type of Grout
Identify the Tile Materials (porous or non-porous)
Put on your safety goggles and a respiratory mask
Use a sharp scraper to dig out the old grout. You may need a range of different tools for this task
Remove any excess dust from between the tiled area
Wipe the area down or use a vaccuum cleaner
Using a small spatula, place the new grout inbetween the tiles
Use a float to ensure the grout line is even
Use a clean damp cloth to wipe away and excess grout

What tools do you need to silicone a tiled bathroom?

We recommend a handful of tools to make this job easier. Achieving a smooth, uniform seal around the tiled edge is critical to ensure that no water penetrates through to the wall lining. If you get a damp or wet wall, you will have bigger and most expensive problems to face.

Here are the tools we suggest to silicone a tiled bathroom.

Caulking Gun
Waterproof Silicone
Popsicle Stick
Rags
Turps
Spray Bottle

Start by cleaning out the old silicone seals with a sharp knife and remove any dust or silicone residue. Insert the silicone into the caulking gun and trip the nozzle at 45 degrees. Run a small silicone bead along the tiled edge and smooth off with a popsicle stick edge. Clean any silicone overspill with a wet cloth. For a high gloss finish spray water over the silicone bead and smotth off again. It’s not a hard job, but there is a technique to making the job look professional.

Strictly Grout was established in 2008 on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. With humble beginnings of two men and a van, we had a vision to revolutionise the home renovation industry. Based company specialising in Residential and Commercial Tile & Grout Cleaning and Grout Colour Sealing.

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