Tile With Thin Grout Lines

Large format tile 18 x 18 inches and larger.

Tile with thin grout lines.

Scoop up grout from the bucket and smear it onto the edge of a grout float. I separate most tiles into three different categories. If you want to know why please keep reading. Grout that is too thick won t fully seal the tile because it ll be too thick to reach the bottom of the cracks.

Grout should typically remain proportionate with tiles. The smaller the tile the smaller the. Grout is a necessary and integral part of many tile jobs for several reasons. Finished grout lines will vary from 1 16 to 3 16.

When it s exposed to water it will disintegrate and fall out of the crevices between the tiles. When re modeling floors bathroom or a kitchen almost everybody wants to have the minimum grout lines between their tiles. Note that using the smallest grout possible will increase installation time. Thin grout can also shrink more than it s supposed to which can lead to cracking.

Some tiles have built in self spacers. Drag the edge of the grout float across the tiles forcing the grout into the grout lines. Minimum grout lines the quick answer is nothing closer than 1 16. Regular 12 x 12 up to 16 x 16 inches square.

It keeps moisture out of the substrate helps keep tile lines straight and prevents tiles from rubbing against one. Grout size the thickness of the grout is almost as important to the look as the color as it can make the grout stand out or disappear almost completely if you choose a wider or. A small grout line width about 1 16 inch is possible if the flooring tile is consistent in size. You get thin grout lines by putting the tiles really close together use 1 16 spacers.

Non rectified tiles can t get as close together as rectified tiles meaning there is a limit to how thin your grout lines can be which brings me to my next point. Small format tile tiles up to and including 8 x 8 inches square. Spread the grout across the tile while it s still wet. Force the grout into the grout lines.

When it comes to grout thickness you have three major considerations. Tiles that vary in. Use a grout float with a foam back to avoid scratching the tiles. If smaller spacers like 1 8 are used it will accentuate the size difference of handmade tile.

Actual finished grout spaces will vary from 1 8 to 1 4 if 3 16 spacers are used. Choosing a grout width small grout joints. Medium sized grout line widths 1 8 to 1 4 inch require the use of sanded grout and are.