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Will using both sanded and unsanded grout on your back splash look okay if you have both 1-16 in and 1-2 in gaps to grout?
You should use the grout that will work best for the biggest grout space that you need. So for a grout width like you described, 1/16 to 1/2, you should use sanded grout. Unsanded grout will look terrible in a 1/2" grout joint, but sanded grout will look great in both. Use sanded.
Can you use unsanded grout for a tile floor?
Yes, you can use unsanded grout for floor tile but you'd only want to use it if the grout lines were 1/8" wide or less - like for granite or marble tiles.If using those, be sure you have a pefectly flat surface.ANSWER:You never want to use sanded grout with marble. If the marble has to be restored or re-polished for any reason the sand in the grout with act like sandpaper on the stone.
Why is it necessary in building a pool to lay pool tiles?
To lay pool tiles, you will need mortar to affix the tiles to the cement pool, you will also need grout for between the tiles and a sponge to clean the tiles.
What grout is used for floor tile?
Most often, sanded grout is used for floor tiles because the grout lines are usually greater than 1/8" wide. Sanded grout is necessary for the wider lines to give added strength, and to keep your grout from cracking and chipping out. Unsanded grout must be used if your grout lines are narrower than 1/8", because the grains of sand in sanded grout could cause air pockets and prevent good adhesion to your tiles - and it will crack and chip out as well. Sanded and unsanded grouts are cement-based. One alternative grout on the market is epoxy-based. It is neither sanded nor unsanded, but will work fine in either narrow or wider grout lines. If your grout lines are wider than 1/2", or if you are using saltillo tiles, you must use saltillo grout. Other grouts will not handle this wider width.
Is concrete grout and mortar the same?
Concrete generally has larger aggregate than mortar.
Is there a problem using mortar between tiles on gunite pool?
One would normally use a tile grout mixed with bonding liquid, this should not be a problem
How did the Romans stick down there mosaics?
They used mortar.
What has the author Claude A Fetzer written?
Claude A. Fetzer has written: 'The adventures of a dam engineer' -- subject(s): Biography, Hydraulic engineers, United States, United States. Army. Corps of Engineers 'Analysis of utilization of grout and grout curtains--Kortes Dam' -- subject(s): Dams, Grout (Mortar), Foundations 'Analysis of utilization of grout and grout curtains--Flaming Gorge Dam' -- subject(s): Dams, Grout (Mortar), Foundations
Can you use mortar for grout on kitchen floor?
You can but it wont look very nice, if you use grout you get a smoother joint and you have lots of color choises.
What happens if you make a mistake and use non sanded grout in a ceramic tile joint of one quarter inch?
Non Sanded grout can be used in any size grout joint but is ideal in smaller joints usually up to 1/4" The main draw back to using unsanded grout in larger joints is that it may crack over time. If you are unwilling to remove all the grout and use a sanded grout, it is best to make sure the grout is cured and sealed properly to limit and minimize cracking.
What are some sentences that have the word unsanded in?
Unsanded is not a word. The sentence below conveys the concept of unsanded. Wood that is not sanded is rough to the touch.
Is there any difference between white tile mortar and gray tile mortar?
White mortar is the same as gray except it has been bleached. White thinset is needed if you are using a light tile with light grout.
