Grout Issue
#1
Grout Issue
Murphy is back....I used unsanded grout in a 1/4 " gap. The bag said to use in 1/16 to 1/8" grout gap. I thought the person in Lowe's gave me good information, I certainly did not know. Grout job looks good but now there some drying crack appearing( hairline). I just grouted Sunday will I have any unforeseen issues with this problem. When I did a final wipe down today you can see the small hairline cracks when wet, other than that you cannot see anything wrong. Please advise FWIW the tile job is in a small bathroom. thanks George
#3
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Non sanded grout shrinks as it cures. Thats why its not recommended for larger grout joints. It'll probably shrink and crack a little more over the next week or so. You can wait to see what it looks like after its fully cured. If the cracks are pronouced, you may be able to force some fresh non sanded grout into them. You may have to do it over with sanded grout.
#4
This is a lesson learned, the hard way. I guess the Lowe's person knew as much as I did which was nothing.
I know to use sanded grout next time. thanks gk
#5
Non sanded grout shrinks as it cures. Thats why its not recommended for larger grout joints. It'll probably shrink and crack a little more over the next week or so. You can wait to see what it looks like after its fully cured. If the cracks are pronounced, you may be able to force some fresh non sanded grout into them. You may have to do it over with sanded grout.