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Nope, Mortar & Cement (Thinset) are two different types of setting materials & respond differently to stress & compression.
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Is there any difference between white tile mortar and gray tile mortar?
White mortar is the same as gray except it has been bleached. White thinset is needed if you are using a light tile with light grout.
How can you install tile without grout lines?
No, the grout allows for tile expansion and contractions, without it your tile could crack but there are some tile that can be installed with minimal (1/16inch) grout lines.
Tile Grout?
form_title= Tile Grout form_header= Give your home a face lift with new tile grout! Do you want to install new grout?*= () Yes () No () Not Sure Do you want to clean out old grout?*= () Yes () No () Not Sure What color do you want the grout?*= _ [50] How old is the grout in your home? *= _ [50]
Can you grout a floor if a tile is loose?
You risk having the loose tile cause the grout to chip out. Find a way to secure the tile first.
Can you use Jamo GTS White Thin-set Mortar to install porcelain tile?
Yes it may be used with certain porcelain tile made in the USA modifiers can be added for others.
Is there any difference between white tile mortar and gray tile mortar?
White mortar is the same as gray except it has been bleached. White thinset is needed if you are using a light tile with light grout.
What is Thin bed concrete?
Thin set mortar? It is what you use to lay ceramic tile.
What do i need besides tile to put down tile in a the kitchen?
You will need a clean , level cement surface, mortar, grout, tile spacers, notched trowel and wet tile saw. Also, a bucket and stirring tool.
What type of grout is best for bathroom showers?
You can use two different types of grout for bathroom showers. If your tile requires a thin line of grout then it would be best to use a non-sanding type and for tile that requires a wider line of grout its best to use a sanding type.
How can you install tile without grout lines?
No, the grout allows for tile expansion and contractions, without it your tile could crack but there are some tile that can be installed with minimal (1/16inch) grout lines.
Tile Grout?
form_title= Tile Grout form_header= Give your home a face lift with new tile grout! Do you want to install new grout?*= () Yes () No () Not Sure Do you want to clean out old grout?*= () Yes () No () Not Sure What color do you want the grout?*= _ [50] How old is the grout in your home? *= _ [50]
How do you tile?
With grout
Do you seal tile before you grout?
It depends on the type of tile you have. If the tile is unglazed and porous (as mostly all travertine is) then you will need to seal the tile before you grout it so that the grout does not soak into the tile and cause it to become dull. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for the tile that you have.
Do you seal travertine tile before you grout?
It depends on the type of tile you have. If the tile is unglazed and porous (as mostly all travertine is) then you will need to seal the tile before you grout it so that the grout does not soak into the tile and cause it to become dull. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for the tile that you have.
Can you use wall tile grout on floor tiles?
You can. It is less gritty but it works. Edit - While this is true, it's important to understand the wall grout is designed for thinner grout lines, so if you use it on the floor, make sure your grout lines are thin. Otherwise, the grout will crack.
Is there a problem using mortar between tiles on gunite pool?
One would normally use a tile grout mixed with bonding liquid, this should not be a problem
Can you grout a floor if a tile is loose?
You risk having the loose tile cause the grout to chip out. Find a way to secure the tile first.
