How to re-grout tiles

[@tunnasch]

As someone who didn't have the first clue how this was done, I really appreciate your clear directions and explanations. Thanks, B & Q Guy!

[@bandq]

You're very welcome Tracy 😊 We're glad the video was helpful! Will you be giving this a go? 🛠

[@ronburgandy1475]

Love that all these DIY videos are to the point and have lists... Thank you for not making a 30 min video on something that is a 5 min video 🙏❣️ Well done on all of them 👏👏👏👏

[@bandq]

Glad it was helpful! 😄

[@ronburgandy1475]

@@bandq I'm an official subscriber after this one 🤣

[@Demiarioch]

Short, to the point, complete, and the tools list at the end rocks!

[@ezam8522]

Great vid! As a handyman in tenement buildings, I find that splashing the walls with super hot water softens the grout- making it easier to rake. The mechanical rake is way more efficient than the hand rake, and is less likely to leave deep scratch marks. I only use a hand rake, or a box cutter, for the edges where the machine can't reach. Restoring ceramic tiles is so much classier than painting with epoxy or covering with conga walls.

[@kaelabydesign]

Can you explain what "covering with conga walls" means? I'm trying to google it and conga drums keep popping up haha

[@RSAnimism]

@@kaelabydesign It's been a year since your post. I've just watched the video myself. I'm guessing you've since mounted a full octave of congas in sequential order, bringing new meaning to banging in the shower.

[@rosies3622]

@@RSAnimism 😂

[@DavidButa-jc2rj]

Super hot water 😂

[@TrentMRobertson]

Thanks for providing details on every step of the process, especially the process of removing old grout. Other videos seem to emphasize only one or two of the required steps.

[@bandq]

You're very welcome! Glad we could help 😊

[@hifi.david.]

Might have a go at this, i'm 18 and our family bathroom is really horrid and i'm fed up of looking at mold all the time.

[@mop714]

Thank you. Going to attempt some kitchen tiles which were replace 25 years ago, and now need re-grouting.

[@beautiful_bags]

brilliant video, straight to the point and very informative,,, other people posting videos should take a leaf out of your book!, thanks again!!

[@arieladelinechoo9845]

Informative, professional and I will use this video as my guide to redo my toilet floor tiles. Thank you very much.

[@bandq]

Glad it was helpful! We're happy to hear you liked it!

[@cassandraminott4275]

Something to do while in quarantine. Quite informative 👏🏽

[@clansman89]

Can't do because there are no proper protective masks to buy

[@Leanne_w]

I’m going to do mine tomorrow, wish me luck lol!

[@beeman2075]

This was really helpful to watch. I'll be attempting to remove grout and regrout my shower tiles in a couple of days.

[@bandq]

Brilliant! 😁

[@RubyTwilite]

Hey Beeman, how did it go? I'm thinking of doing the same with mine.

[@beeman2075]

@@RubyTwilite Hey Ruby, I ended up regrouting only sections of my shower tiles, about nine sections in different areas. For a layman/novice, I think I did ok, and shower and grout looked okay afterwards. But shower itself is about 30 years old and really needs to be gutted and replaced. I'd had the whole shower (1 and a half tiled walls) regrouted a few months prior for about $600, and only did it myself from a small water leak behind the shower wall discolouring the new grout. Honestly, I didn't really enjoy the experience much, scraping out the old grout on your hands and knees. I was thinking about using a little hand-held electric disc grinding tool to make the grout removal easier, but I was worried about chipping the tile edges and opted for a small scraper. Anyway, thanks for checking and asking :) If you regrout your own shower, let me know likewise how you go?

[@RubyTwilite]

@@beeman2075 I have an original 1948 bathroom except for the sink which is Ikea with a vanity. 20yrs ago I had the stupid idea of using white floor tiles with dark gray grout because the walls were light gray tile with white grout and I can't stand it now. I thought I'd redo all this and figured I'd you tube it for ideas.

[@mijalic1]

Great video. Thank you for your time and effort to do that. Greetings from Croatia.

[@bandq]

Thank you 🥰👍

[@patrickparsons2884]

To the point and No faf. A great video thanks.....

[@bandq]

Glad you liked it 🥰

[@shashalee6364]

Thanks for the great tutorial! It gives me the confidence to do the job correctly.

[@jjbb9]

Clear, easy to understand video & perfect covid-time project! Thanks so much.

[@jjbb9]

@@bandq Done! And went pretty smoothly - just had to work fairly quickly as it was a warm day.

[@pygmy-goats-kevin]

WOW AMAZING VIDEO VERY EDUCATIONAL

[@bandq]

Awww thank you! We're so happy to hear you found our video helpful 😊

[@route2115]

Thank you for making this video

[@bandq]

🥰

[@judymac814]

Excellent demonstration easy to follow with excellent tips thank you 😀

[@JensAWorkInProgress]

Very nice format. Clear and concise! Thanks so much

[@Texjiminy]

Thank you, I will give this a go!

[@bandq]

You can do it 💪

[@claytonbjork5687]

Excellent video

[@bandq]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@lanva4169]

Great video right to the point. Thank you.

[@mrshoney2624]

Very useful simple, informative video, thanks so much.👍

[@Thecurlyhairedgoddess]

Great video, thank you!

[@bandq]

Glad you liked it!

[@babylove8541]

Great demo, great voice😊👍

[@stevekopcial129]

I learned something today, great video..Thanks

[@BMW-wt4xs]

Amazing DIY video, thanks!

[@tfs1237]

Excellent, followed your advice..............shower done, wife happy.............thanks team.

[@malkeetmann6396]

Does one need to use any grout sealant after the new grout has dried up?

[@bandq]

After installing your tile, we'd recommend waiting 48-72 hours (until the grout is completely dry) before adding sealant 😊

[@lilmansmama]

Is it either recommended or required to use sealant?

[@AMRitts]

Lisa, it assures greater protection of the new grout from staining and mildew.

[@mluna69]

The oscillating tool works great

[@bandq]

Very handy 🙌

[@ssk2560]

Please , how you treat the corners. On a flat area looks very easy to clean and remove the additional grout in the corners ??

[@bandq]

Hi, the technique will be the same to remove the grout. To re-grout, you can do this using a pointing trowel and applying even pressure. I hope this helps 😊

[@bravosierra2447]

Very helpful even in 2021 :)

[@meowstermeow2967]

b&q has the most demented theme music, but good tips and advice

[@bandq]

Glad you like our tips and we'll be sure to take your tips about the music 😎

[@Mather1635]

Chrystal clear. Very, very helpful.

[@albert5624]

My kitchen has counter top has missing grout areas do i still have to remove the little grout it has or can i just put some over ?

[@maksqwe1]

From experience it’s always good to deepen the groove to make the grout stick well, because when I first started doing diy and didn’t know any better, I just went over old grout, and it ended up flaking off shortly after and the finish wasn’t great. By removing old grout you’re both giving the grout a deeper area to adhere to and you’re allowing the new grout to bond better because the top layer is usually filled with dirt. It’s also much nicer looking as it’ll all be level and smooth. Long story short, if you want it to last, remove as much as you can and do it from scratch.

[@JEMYSTICAL]

Thanks, A Milion!!! Truly Awesome Video and Tips! Gonna put them tips to work right away!

[@gasousman]

Should I use white grout in a bathroom? I think the staining will be a problem?

[@andysheridan4301]

Thanks m8 ....ur post came in helpful

[@andysheridan4301]

It was my 1st time ever grouting 🙈....but content with my effort .. thanks to ur post

[@Jmhfl7]

Awesome video w great information, thank you! !

[@philb9550]

Do you need to remove all the grout in order to add new? Or can you just add on top?

[@bandq]

Hi, there. Thanks for your question! The answer is yes, you will need to remove the old grout from the tiles before re-grouting. Hope this helps 😊

[@diegolandeta4149]

Hi. Would this process affect the permeability of grout in future? Would there be any problem with water penetrating the grout specially in a walk in shower? many thanks in advance

[@kostaspanayiotakis]

How much time approximately needs to regrout one medium sized bathroom? And if I hire technician how much should I pay him?

[@bandq]

Hi Kostas. Thanks for your query! This would depend on a lot of different factors. We'd recommend visiting the following link, and you should be able to get a quote for the bathroom work: www.diy.com/services/needhelp We hope this helps! 😊

[@martinn1090]

Can you use tile adhesive as grout

[@bandq]

Hi, Martin 😊 We would advise to use these products separately. Tile adhesive is used to stick the tiles to the wall or floor, whereas, grout is the mortar used to fill in the gaps between tiles and create a uniform look, as well as protect the surface. Hope this helps! ⚒

[@anyasheran301]

Amazing very nice tutorial ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ceramictilepro]

good job on the video!

[@martinwedge4696]

What is the electric tool being used in the video?

[@LovemeAquarius]

Thank you. I have the same looking tiles.

[@mariakeegan1057]

brilliant I'll b doing that xx no paddy will x and Sean xx

[@chriscraigmusic]

Thanks for this 😁

[@makaras]

Brilliant video, might try this rather than pay someone

[@barbara1904]

Is it ok if all the old grout is not out but below tile level?

[@HannahGalvin-t3y]

Brilliant thank you for your help

[@Patmax100]

How long does it take for the grout to dry before you can use the shower ?

[@pla9012]

I wonder that myself...also wonder how long do you need to leave the bathroom to dry before starting the work? Thx in advance for any replies

[@Lisa_Fernandezhomeandlifestyle]

​@@pla9012depends on the grout. I've used floor grout and it definitely hardens in 24 hours but I'd leave it 36/72 hours. Do a nail test ie can you push you're nail through the grout. I'd gauge it.

[@mandybowles5880]

very helpful thank you

[@jacquelinecurtis712]

fantastic video......cheers!

[@mehul2011]

How about grout sealer? I thought you have to seal your grout after 3 days of drying. I've used Selly's product.

[@hanif4download]

Kindly explain about sealing the grout

[@mehul2011]

@@hanif4download I have used "Selleys White For Life 125g Penetrating Grout Sealer Sealers And Grouts" A$16.90 at Bunnings.

[@bettyfields7579]

Good video.

[@aliali-lf8bi]

My wall tiles have become mildewed and are hard to clean. What is the remedy?

[@tonosrecords]

I have removed my wall tiles, now that I've done that I would like to remove the remaining grout from these vintage tiles, is there a tool for that?

[@flissxoxo]

Does this work on floor tiles?!!?

[@AfricanFlightStar]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bandq]

😊

[@jovanrodriguez7796]

This is how you grout

[@bandq]

🧡

[@fjfb1001]

Easy to understand (even for an idiot like me)

[@mikemike1071]

Will you do it for me? Lol.

[@bandq]

If we could, we would 😅 Why not try giving it a bash and if you need any assistance along the way then please reach out 😊

[@grandmastermomo]

boom!