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non-sanded grout in flooring?????
I hate having to ask this question. I've been installing ceramic tiles for almost a decade. Today a client requested 1/8" grout lines in a very small bathroom floor, 12" X 12" tiles....HUD house on a slab. I have always used a sanded grout with 1/4-5/16 on floors. What's going to happen with a non-sanded grout with polymer on a floor in a wet area?
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- FixitLv 41 decade agoFavorite Answer
As far as traction is concerned, not a problem. I always use 1/8" spacers with 12" tile. And I always use unsanded grout. In fact, I always use 1/8" spacers no matter what size tile I am installing. I want to give the customer as much tile as I can, and as little grout as possible. I have not received any complaints yet, only complements.
- 1 decade ago
Make sure you keep your grout lines under 1/8" if you use the non-sanded grout. It will crack at the edge of the tile if you let the gap get too wide. Make sure to seal the grout, this will keep water out and reduce the chance that you will have a problem with it later.
Source(s): Installed tile in this situation.... I write a home repair blog. http://www.popssurvivalguide.com/ - 1 decade ago
Larger tile stores carry caulk in a tube with and without sand added. Or pack grout with a tool that will push grout into smaller width and seal all with at least two or three applications of sealant.
- batman08332Lv 51 decade ago
they used it in the old days on mosaic tile , but I think it should be sealed asap.
