Replacing Tile Grout Kitchen

Measure the space between the tiles.

Replacing tile grout kitchen. Kitchen remodeling can be an exciting but overwhelming process. Armed with this handy tool you can remove 15 square feet of grout on 4 by 4 inch tile in about one hour. The blade is harder than the grout and will cut it away image 1. Make sure the bit is the right size for the space between the tiles and adjust the bit to the proper depth.

Match new grout to the sample. This fix is only practical for interior tile floors and when the gaps between the tiles are 1 4 in. If the width is 1 8 of an inch or smaller use an unsanded grout. Never use sanded grout with metal glass or marble tiles.

Remove a small sample of the broken grout to take with you to the tile or home improvement store. Remove any loose or brittle grout using a grout removal tool. For small areas use a grout removal tool with a carbide blade. Use a grout saw that has a blade with a width that will fit between the tiles you re working on.

If the space is larger than 1 8 of an inch use a sanded grout. Choose the correct type of grout based on the width of your tile joints and where the repair is being done. When it comes to removing kitchen tiles you likely want to do this the easiest way by not removing the cabinets. For much larger areas use a rotary tool image 2.

Use a grout saw to remove the top 1 8 inch 0 32 cm of damaged grout. Work slowly down the center of the grout lines to avoid damaging the tile. You might be able to use more or less water as you mix the grout. There are a few good reasons why you might want or need to remove old tile grout.

Work slowly image 3. Use a vacuum to remove the grout dust and particles. At most tile specialty shops you can get or order sanded caulk most floor grouts are sanded that will closely match your existing grout color. The old grout might be moldy and beyond cleanable.

A grout saw is a small handheld blade that fits between the gaps in tile.