Normally you should be able to remove it with dry newspaper, it should come off quite easily once dry. Using a damp sponge will only spread it further.
That depends on what needs to be cleaned off? If its rust i use CLR. otherwise i use tub & tile cleaner. to get the grout cleaned use a toothbrush.
form_title=Tile Grout Repair form_header=11833 What is the location of the tile? (Select all that apply)*= [] Kitchen [] Bathroom [] Countertop [] Backsplash [] Tub / shower or surrounding area [] Wall [] Floor [] Outdoors [] Other Please specify the type of tile that needs grout replacement or repair.*= () Ceramic tile () Porcelain tile () Natural stone () Marble () Travertine () Other () Don't know
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Ceramic tile contractors install ceramic tile floors in any room of a house, and they are specialized and do a great job. They also install other types of tiles, such as ceramic wall tiles, and ceramic countertop tiles.
You can use 3m's caulk remover and a sharp razor blade.
You can do it either way, however, you'll find grouting and cleanup easier if you do the walls first, including grout, before you start on the floors. This eliminates any mess from wall mortar or grout falling on your new tile floor. It also eliminates any risk of breaking floor tiles if you drop wall tiles on the floor.
You cannot dissolve thinset in place. Remove any grout with MultiMaster power tool and diamond grout blade. Remove ceramic tile with a margin trowel carefully tapped under the tile with a hammer all around. Soak the tile in cheap white vinegar for 3 days to render the thinset and grout friable. Scrape it off, and repeat for tenacious deposits. Chip loose thinset off the wall, then smooth it reasonably with a MultiMaster and rasp attachment, also using the dust vacuum attachment and a shop vacuum. Wear a dust mask and goggles for all operations.
The obvious answer is sanded grout has sand. But the in depth answer has many differences. Sanded grout which is the most common, can be used in a grout joint from 1/8" to 1/2" (and larger but check the grout). Sanded grout scratches many tile like glass. Non sanded grout can only be used on joints 1/8" or less. Non sanded grout is typically seen on marble and granite tile, many wall tile, and all glass tile.
Not sure how exact you neeed to be, but the thickness & the density would be unknowns from your question & they will both impact the answer. A 6X6 wall tile will be less than floor tile & thick tile likely more than thinner. But if you use 8-10 ounces per 6X6 floor tile you will be very close. Add thinset & grout & still more variables crop up. That is if it is really ceramic, travertine, porcelain or Saltillo would all be different too.
If you are asking about tile, no. The joints filled with grout keep the water from getting behind the tile.
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.