Cracked Grout Replacement

Introducción

Over time as a result of aging and other factors such as the original installment of the grout, climate, temperature, etc. your grout may begin to crack. With the right tools and direction, it is possible to repair these minor damages in the grout on your own. This guide will provide you with the instructions and tools to repairing these cracks in the grout. The tools listed in this guide are not common household items and can either be bought or rented. They are recommended to be used with protective eye wear and a mask to protect from dust and debris.

Qué necesitas

Paso 1 Cracked Grout

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Identify the crack you will be repairing.
Surround it with Painters Tape.

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Paso 2

Wear protective eye wear and a mask to shield yourself from dust and debris.
Use caution when handling the concrete grinder. If handled improperly it can lead to an injury.
Use the concrete grinder to remove the grout surrounded with tape where the crack is located.

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Paso 3

Wear protective eye wear and a mask to shield yourself from dust and debris.
Go in with your handheld grout remover and scrape out the remaining grout between the tile until it is completely hollow.

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