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removing grout by power tool
Pete C wrote:
On 5 Nov 2006 05:48:10 -0800,
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Stuart Noble wrote:
wrote:
I need to remove a lot of grout between tiles and regrout with
waterproof grout.
Why? All grout is relatively waterproof, especially on vertical
surfaces. What are the symptoms?
A bitch of a job, even with a grout rake.
Water is leaking through the tiles, the grout, to the ceiling below.
The tiles are top quality and look well and it is a shame to get rid
of. The only other quick option is to tile over the tiles, which is an
expensive thing to do.
Hi,
IME a wallpaper steamer with nozzle will soften grout, also might be
worth grinding down a cheap screwdriver for scraping the grout out.
AIUI the tile cement should form a waterproof barrier, if this is a
tiled floor then renewing the grout may not be enough.
cheers,
Pete.
Thanks for that. I never thought of a steamer. How long does it take
to get soft?
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