Hi Ron, i've got a bathroom that was remodeled about 4 months ago and have a few areas that the grout has long fine cracks after cracking a tile. i wanted to replace the tile and repair the long fine cracks that run about 1.5 feet long. the cracks really don't have any place to start so to speak. should i use the grout removal tool to scrape at the cracks or kinda chisel it out and then re-grout? thanks in advance
Hi Ron, I have installed Epoxy in 3mm Grout area on the floor and it has turned dirty in less than one month. Now I plan to change the grout colour with a darker colour, but need to first de-stablize or remove the old epoxy grout. Does this tool work ? What is the name of this tool and would this work on 3mm Grout area safely without damaging the floor vetrified tiles ? Where is this tool available ? Please advise. Thanks
hi ron, i've removed the old grout between the shower tiles because it was breaking off. Should I clean the surface with bleach before applying the grout?
Unlike paint, there is really nothing I know of that will loosen grout. I would only remove grout that is already cracked, loose or powdery. If it's solid, leave it in place -- unless, of course, you want to change the color.
Hi Ron, does one need to find out what type of grout is in between the tiles in order to determine what type of new grout is required? Does this technique work for any kind of grout?
The two main types of grout, aside from color, are sanded and non-sanded grout. Narrow joints, up to about 1/8th of an inch, required the non-sanded type. Wider joints normally use the sanded version. I prefer to purchase my grout as dry powder and mix it myself to the consistency of slightly thicker than sour cream. The technique in this video, by the way, works for either type of grout.
Yes, thanks for the reminder. To reduce staining and improve water resistance apply a sealer after the grout is THOROUGHLY dry. Check the directions on the sealer package to see how long the new grout needs to dry.
Although I haven't tried one of the oscillating tools for grout removal, I can imagine they would work well and be much easier to control than a rotary tool. Thanks for mentioning them.
I would like to mention any of the oscillating tools. Like the Fein Multimaster or Bosch has one too. They are absolutely amazing for grout removal, and for removing the thin set. Plus they are so easy to use. You can single out broken tiles or do them all and its super fast.
Check out the user ratings and comments on Amazon for the Dremel 568 Grout Removal Kit. There is a good balance of pros and cons. On the plus side, folks say it's fast and easy. The negative comments deal mostly with bits breaking (@$11 each) and the tabs on the guide wearing away prematurely.
Yes, this can work well, too. My only caution when working with a rotary tool like the Dremel, is to be careful not to accidentally score or scratch the glaze on the tile. Sometimes the rotating tool can "skate" out of the grout line.
yeah correct, i am about to regrout my bathroom and unsure as to either use the dremel grout removal kit with the guide or the carbide disc, be safer and more cautious i believe to go with the dremel grout kit, what do you think ron?
what if you had a floor to do that's 800 sf? Looks easy doing one tile on a counter top...what about a real job?
dustyflair 2 months ago
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joethelion79 3 months ago
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Hiluxtaco 5 months ago
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Mixedbeauty3 5 months ago
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lemonlade 6 months ago
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CainPire 6 months ago
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eleckson 10 months ago
Hi Ron, i've got a bathroom that was remodeled about 4 months ago and have a few areas that the grout has long fine cracks after cracking a tile. i wanted to replace the tile and repair the long fine cracks that run about 1.5 feet long. the cracks really don't have any place to start so to speak. should i use the grout removal tool to scrape at the cracks or kinda chisel it out and then re-grout? thanks in advance
1rmbandit 10 months ago
If there is or was mold or mildew in the existing grout, then clean with bleach. Otherwise, it's not necessary.
ronhazelton 11 months ago
Hi Ron, I have installed Epoxy in 3mm Grout area on the floor and it has turned dirty in less than one month. Now I plan to change the grout colour with a darker colour, but need to first de-stablize or remove the old epoxy grout. Does this tool work ? What is the name of this tool and would this work on 3mm Grout area safely without damaging the floor vetrified tiles ? Where is this tool available ? Please advise. Thanks
vineetsehgal2005 8 months ago
hi ron, i've removed the old grout between the shower tiles because it was breaking off. Should I clean the surface with bleach before applying the grout?
leesuvia 11 months ago
My life is changed forever. You've saved my bathroom. Now I don't have to wait for my super!
talithasuya 1 year ago
awesome easy to understand video. Thx now its off to fix the bathroom tiles
jaredgermie 1 year ago
Can I use this technique to recolor grout? Say I have a dark color and wanted it much much lighter.
happygameshow 1 year ago
use a grinder/makita with a proper blade. much easier
generalgovna 1 year ago
Is there anything you can put on the old grout to help loosen it? Or is such a thing usually not needed? Thanks.
donnaoday 1 year ago 2
@donnaoday
Unlike paint, there is really nothing I know of that will loosen grout. I would only remove grout that is already cracked, loose or powdery. If it's solid, leave it in place -- unless, of course, you want to change the color.
ronhazelton 1 year ago
Hi Ron, does one need to find out what type of grout is in between the tiles in order to determine what type of new grout is required? Does this technique work for any kind of grout?
sf2fs 1 year ago
The two main types of grout, aside from color, are sanded and non-sanded grout. Narrow joints, up to about 1/8th of an inch, required the non-sanded type. Wider joints normally use the sanded version. I prefer to purchase my grout as dry powder and mix it myself to the consistency of slightly thicker than sour cream. The technique in this video, by the way, works for either type of grout.
ronhazelton 1 year ago
Thanks Ron for sharing these tips
zincink 1 year ago
Yes, thanks for the reminder. To reduce staining and improve water resistance apply a sealer after the grout is THOROUGHLY dry. Check the directions on the sealer package to see how long the new grout needs to dry.
ronhazelton 1 year ago
No sealer to finish?
drrjim 1 year ago
Thank you!!! :)
curly0805 1 year ago
Great video. Thanks.
jx14aby 2 years ago
Do you need to remove all the old grout?
gblespaul 2 years ago
No, just the grout that's dirty, discolored or loose -- typically, just the top surface.
ronhazelton 2 years ago
Although I haven't tried one of the oscillating tools for grout removal, I can imagine they would work well and be much easier to control than a rotary tool. Thanks for mentioning them.
ronhazelton 2 years ago
I would like to mention any of the oscillating tools. Like the Fein Multimaster or Bosch has one too. They are absolutely amazing for grout removal, and for removing the thin set. Plus they are so easy to use. You can single out broken tiles or do them all and its super fast.
toolkingdotcom 2 years ago
@toolkingdotcom
+1 on the Fein Multimaster.
utfsal 1 year ago
Check out the user ratings and comments on Amazon for the Dremel 568 Grout Removal Kit. There is a good balance of pros and cons. On the plus side, folks say it's fast and easy. The negative comments deal mostly with bits breaking (@$11 each) and the tabs on the guide wearing away prematurely.
ronhazelton 2 years ago
Yes, this can work well, too. My only caution when working with a rotary tool like the Dremel, is to be careful not to accidentally score or scratch the glaze on the tile. Sometimes the rotating tool can "skate" out of the grout line.
ronhazelton 2 years ago
yeah correct, i am about to regrout my bathroom and unsure as to either use the dremel grout removal kit with the guide or the carbide disc, be safer and more cautious i believe to go with the dremel grout kit, what do you think ron?
atyl1972 2 years ago
my advice would be to get a dremel or equivalent power tool and get a carbide disc
atyl1972 2 years ago
so how do you do it on floors? it seems using that hand tool would take forever
9secondsflat 3 years ago