What is a Washboy?

Washboys have revolutionised grouting. Using a washboy allows you to increase your speed when grouting and will allow you to achieve the perfect finish time after time.

How do you grout tile without a float?

An alternative to the float is a grout bag. Think of it as a pastry bag but for use with grout instead of frosting. If you’re looking for grout application tips for porous or uneven tiles, this may be your solution. To use, fill the bag with the prepared grout.

What is a grouting sponge?

Description. The Ardex Grouting Sponge is a highly absorbent, square-cut sponge for washing off grout residue from tiles. The dense, open-pore construction of the sponge is very effective at absorbing the excess grout and wash water, and leaves a streak and smear free finish.

How long leave grout before wiping?

Let the grout set for 15 to 30 minutes, and wipe up the excess grout with a dense grout sponge soaked in water. (If you think it’s going to take you longer than 30 minutes to grout all of the tiles and be ready to move onto cleanup, you may have to work in smaller sections.)

Can you apply grout with finger?

Using your hands to apply the grout allows you to work the grout into those spaces that a grout float might miss. When you use your fingers and hands as grouting tools, your sense of touch helps ensure you fill all the spaces between the mosaic tiles.

When can you mop a newly tiled floor?

Wait at least 48 hours before doing that. Porcelain tile does NOT need to be sealed – just the grout lines. The haze, if it’s from grout, should come right up with a wet rag scrub. Your tile installer should have cleaned that for you.

How do I clean a newly tiled floor?

Fill a bucket with hot water, a half cup of vinegar and a half tablespoon of dish soap. Don’t use too much soap, or the soapy residue will make your floors look dull. Before you mop, rinse out the mop head under hot running water to remove any debris from last time you used it. Mop the tile floors with soapy water.