How to Grout Tile on Floors and Walls

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Grout isn’t just for aesthetics: It keeps tiles from chipping, and water and debris from seeping behind the wall or floor. Our step-by-step tutorial will walk you through the process of grouting tile.

Applying grout is the final step in laying or adhering tile. It’s a messy process but a satisfying one: Yes, grout gives newly laid tiles a finished look. What’s more important, grout acts as a buffer between tiles and keeps them from moving around and chipping. Grout also protects the substrate under the tiles from water damage, and keeps dirt and debris from falling between the cracks in tiles.

What’s the difference between sanded and unsanded grout? 

Sanded grout contains fine sand, which enables stability and resistance to cracking. Because of its durability, this type of grout is typically used in floor tiling projects. Unsanded grout, on the other hand, is held together with polymers; it’s used for joints that are narrower than ⅛ inch and on tiles—such as limestone or marble—that might be scratched by sanded grout. When it comes to sanded versus unsanded grout, however, “The application methods are the same,” says Sean Chavoustie, a tile installer based in Austin, Texas. “Unless the tile could be scratched by the sand, I normally just use the sanded grouts on everything.”