How To Grout Stone Wall Tile

To start clean out all the grout lines by vacuuming and scraping out any thinset projecting above the tile.

How to grout stone wall tile.

The grout method used to fill the gaps between stones is the same for walls as it is for floors. Begin by protecting adjacent surfaces from spilled grout using painter s tape and rosin paper or plastic sheeting. Sponge the tile and grout joints. How to grout natural stone tile 1.

Tip the bucket forward a little. Only grout as much tile as you can clean off on a few minutes. Spread the material in sweeping arcs pressing it into the joints to fill them completely. Unsanded grout is commonly used for tile walls instead as they handle much less day to day stress.

Spreading the grout 1. Apply the grout to the wall tiles first by pressing down on the joints. Find one with the masonry tools at the home center. Load the margin trowel with grout and.

Work in a small area at a time roughly a 3 x 3 foot section. Pick a 3 ft 3 ft 0 91 m 0 91 m section. After you ve set up don t just start grouting the entire wall. Move the float in a circular motion making sure that grout completely fills gaps between tiles.

Sanded grout is stronger than unsanded and is recommended for tile floors. Also pick up a bottle of grout release at a tile store. Follow the manufacturer s directions. Pour some grout mix into a mixing bucket and add water according to the manufacturer s instructions.

Use a hard edged rubber grout float and hold it at a 45 degree angle. 1 fill the bucket with water and use the sponge to clean the surface of the travertine. Then slide it under the. Then wipe the surface with a damp rag until it s free of dust.

Position the float at a 45 degree angle along a joint press the float into the joint then run it along the line to fill in the joint. However even if you re using the right type of grout it s important that your mix is right. Turn the float onto its side to scrape off the large globs of excess grout on your tiles. Pour a quart to half gallon of grout on the tiles.

Spread grout over the tiles. Apply the grout using a grouting float. Seal the entire surface of the tile with a natural stone sealer and sponge. Float more grout in a diagonal fashion.

The three photos show how to apply the grout.