How To Grout Tile (EASY Way To Get The PERFECT Finish)

[@taityfella]

Seen many videos on how to grout and this one was by far the clearest. Some of the comments below are so rude, it would help their cause if they could spell properly too. Anyways, thanks a lot for doing the video - it was very helpful to me.

[@thelostjournalofmystifying354]

i agree, he does a very good job explaining how to do it CORRECTLY . some guys on here who don't know what they are doing will make their grout super thin and tell you to smear the grout everywhere and wait 15 - 30 minutes before wiping with a sponge . that method is horrible , i tried it and the grout came out uneven and created patches on my tile . i was so pissed

[@Saulram91]

the lost journal of inception he smeared the grout every where any way with the way he used that sponge. One pass flip sponge one pass rinse sponge. The idea and concept of grout applying is great for large format tile. Not as effective on small tile.

[@shotgunrebels]

This. Have seen lots of pro grouting videos that honestly make it way harder than needs to be. I do like he does and works great.

[@4for4phillylang]

For all the negative comments saying he should loosen up the grout or its to dry youve must of never worked with pre-mixed its acrylic based not cement based grout...you dont do ANYTHING but take a small spatula n mix it a little bit in the bucket. No you dont add any water or loosen then grout to spread it. That weakens the color. Before you comment on threads maybe you should get some knowledge...what hes doing is exactly the correct way (albiet slowly for instructional purposes) of using this particular grout..with cement based grouts you get a big pile and spread all over the floor not with acrylic grouts no way in hell..once its on the surface of ANY tile its a nightmare to get off if you dont do it within 10-15 mins at most...DONT let it haze up either..i use a ardex sponge for 1st wipe then immediately go over it with a microfiber wrag..trust me it will save your elbow n back hours of scrubbing if you do it that way..acrylic grouts are very well made now..the color is always sealed n solid & also crack resistant..my favorite company is laticrete or Ardex. Both are top of the line in setting materials n grouts..for the haters who just like to hate please stop..we all think our way is the best way but theres always tricks to the trade that we all can learn...NBC said it best on Saturday mornings “THE MORE YOU KNOW” lol

[@crpth1]

Allphillyallday14 Lang - That¨s correct acrylic and other pre-mixed, have/must be dealt differently. I´m precisely finishing grouting with Epoxy grout, 2 components, base with color and hardener (25%). If I tried to follow some of the comments here. Like in "normal", cement based, grout. I would have a clumpy mess by now. ;-) With this said, whenever possible I do prefer the "normal" grout a little bit more liquid and it´s super fast. ;-) Cheers

[@richardmontoya9998]

Definitely will use knee pads and gloves..and if you have problem getting the haze off ,just use little vinegar on clean water and go.

[@Lifeofasimplegirl]

Thank you for taking your time to make this video. I just grouted my own bathroom floor tiles for my first time ever. Very educational! Thank you again

[@bkow7831]

My goodness, I was having some trouble with grouting my backsplash but after watching you vid I am pretty sure I can get it done. Thank you very much!

[@dougdouglas2112]

Good information, basic and straightforward. Thanks for the video, you really helped me out with my bathroom floor.

[@lauramasciarelli6053]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video--it's very helpful for someone who has never grouted before.

[@kensniffeyjr5576]

Laura Masciarelli please note, no shoes or sleeves should be worn during grouting. Most pros prefer ankle socks vs tube socks. Sleeves can cause 'grout rash' around biceps. Chips!

[@nooraly1203]

Wow! I really need to grouted the bathroom’s floor but I don’t have any experience, this video was so helpful, but the question from where I get the grout especially I need a beige color???

[@Houseofsteffryz]

Thank you for this video! I am doing a blk grout and its getting all over the tile. Did not know there is going to be a hazy and was freaking out! So thanks for explaining!

[@beesteady1774]

Thank you very much for this informative, well executed video. I watched a couple, this was the best with the most info, right from the get go.

[@johnrfranklin9072]

Best video for do it yourselfers!!

[@frankb.3556]

Great video. Should the grout be flush , or level with the top,of the tile when you're done? Thanks

[@realbop]

Flush

[@daniellaxale4949]

Great video mate, easy to follow!

[@BrewerShettles]

Nice video - were a mic!!!

[@dianadeiley7224]

Wish I had watched this earlier today! Great instructions.

[@NightlifeReALIty]

What a legend!!! Grout work

[@captaincaveman6186]

I recently did my 2nd tile floor and before I did it I ran across this video. I started by doing the swipe and flip of the sponge in the beginning of the floor. When I got half way through I ended going to the circular method and I found that I liked doing this better do to how the grout lines looked in the end. I am going to be doing another floor job here soon and I am going to do this same method. I'm glad I found this video.

[@kriekey]

Swipe and flip method is annoying and tedious

[@MMmmmmBobbert]

Perfect job explaining! Thumbs up from me all the way!!!

[@ThatoneGuy-gq8wo]

All of a sudden everyone is a tile expert

[@wingusdingus9447]

Local 21 in Chicago. He is giving instructions that leave low joints and a permanent haze in many types of tile

[@rikthechef]

Stellar explanation 💪😁💯💥

[@gjwestonable]

Great video just grouted my floor worked great. Thanks

[@danielforster4519]

This guy is a real winner. No knee pats no rubber gloves no technic looks like a Home Deporian!

[@melchizedek077]

thx, trying to figure this out without any experience

[@jclcrow2621]

Great video. Thanks much

[@bevh4408]

Wonder why you did 1/2 offset instead of recommended 1/3rd? Thanks for the grout tips.

[@Dana-zd7el]

I thought the same thing and I'm not a professional. I caught that first thing lol!

[@megadethmofo2001]

If it's a rectified tile you can do that. They don't have the bowing typical of large format tiles.

[@closequarters4575]

Thanks for the video!

[@ericnobriga2786]

What is the name of the flooring you used it looks really nice

[@OriginalWhiteDevil]

I'm pretty sure you can get it at Home Depot

[@andycarter95]

Really helpful, You spent time on the cleaning phase that others I saw skipped- and I found that part the hardest

[@Cris5598]

Legend says he is still trying to finish that floor

[@Louthemailman]

Cris5598 lol

[@TankAddict25]

LMFAOOOOOOO!!!

[@JR-iu2mf]

Nah man he used the PRE mixed bullshit, he was done in a jif!

[@wingusdingus9447]

Watching him paw it in made me scream inside. I lost it when he started buffing. Why purposely leave that thick on an initial haze if any when you've already scrubbed the joints below flush?

[@JR-iu2mf]

Wingus Dingus yeah he’s still whipping the haze off lol!

[@ccrider77]

Simple, easy to follow instructions. Thanks!

[@shanewooll8654]

Excellent instruction. Your tile looks fantastic too BTW!

[@christywilkins8713]

Very helpful, Thank you!!

[@thevoidspace1]

Wow I thought it was hard!! I’m bout to go do this. Almost employed somebody Chile😛

[@princeleo7710]

What if you grout black colour to a grey tiles, is it nice ?

[@mattcsquare]

Great vid, thanks mate

[@jimmysotack5490]

In my opinion a bucket buddy is the most effective way to go..but a sponge will work if you don’t want to spend the money or can’t borrow one,thanks for the video

[@sgray1906]

Are you using a grout that has sealer in it?

[@djdaveycrockett]

I would also suggest using knee pads and maybe a back brace (for old people like me lol) when you're doing floors

[@revolution_9]

Good Job - Thanks !!! 👍

[@thelostjournalofmystifying354]

can you use a sand block or vinegar to remove the grout haze ? the sponge technique doesn't seem to be working

[@astonvilla718]

Thankyou 👍

[@freeobo85261]

Thank you for this information, it is a very noble act.

[@royaqazi5933]

Thanks

[@triggerhappy522]

agree with what he says , it's okay if there is a thin layer of grout. the water de activates the grout, and if it's spread thinly it can't bond to the tile. I used to wipe my grout too much, and accidentally would take too much grout out of the joints lol . it's OKAY if you have a thin layer of grout as long as you can see that the grains are spread far apart over the tile surface. its fine! but if the grout is clumped and slightly thick then it may adhere to the tile and you will have to scrape it off

[@daveaskin1333]

Very many thanks... one happy Kiwi down under.

[@wtank05]

Probably beat most straight forward how to grout video after watching a bunch of other longer ones here.

[@rayheron3364]

Well done

[@marbleflooringjitendrasharma]

nice

[@HelpfulDIY]

Thanks!

[@Specter1065]

You da man! Thank you for showing me how to do it

[@mexy04]

😅😅 I wish I saw this before I started. All these other damn videos make it so complicated. I was concerned about the haze and ended up over doing the wiping process. Got all these cracks and stuff *Le sigh*

[@JL-lt3gg]

Thank you

[@seabert2070]

Thank you. Installing tile wood and plank tomarow.

[@DhanrajTharsan]

Thanks mate

[@dwayneharris1328]

Did he say groot floot or groat float?

[@curmudgeonrose1780]

Grout flute

[@endtimes2]

If you do this for living u can use a special grout bucket with a handle that the sponge attaches to, job quality turns out alot better and twice the speed

[@kensniffeyjr5576]

Alek S do you have a link or info about this magic grout machine?

[@thelostjournalofmystifying354]

i wish i would of seen this video sooner . there are some guys on here who are like " do it at a 45 degree angle!" and they basically smear the grout everywhere instead of packing it into the seam. they make their grout super thin and tell you to wait 15 minutes before wiping with a sponge .. I followed those directions and the application was very messy, uneven and stuck to the tile instead of the seams .

[@vincentconti3633]

Thank. Excellent!

[@au11e12]

Thanks!!!

[@shirleya-z794]

looks like a lot of wasted grout, aren't you supposed to use the grout float to wipe up the excess before sponging it?

[@quiltqueen4318]

Thank you so much

[@lolisaiahlol]

Your grout seemed a little dry. Does it matter how wet or dry the grout should be?

[@endtimes2]

Isaiah Fedur~Thats actually looks like a right consistency

[@khaney9667]

You should not do a how to video showing the wrong way to grout tile. The correct way is so much faster and EASIER!!! Only do two long wipes between rinses. Here’s how it’s done... #1 take your wet sponge, wring it out THOROUGHLY so it’s just damp and not dripping. #2 Start the first wipe with the edge of the sponge touching your thumb first and rotate as you wipe and end with the other edge by your pinky finger. It should be one long motion, no back and forth. Wipe the tiles semi-diagonally in a SINGLE DIRECTION as you turn the sponge from one edge to the other by turning your wrist. #3 FLIP the sponge over to the clean side and start the second wipe, next to or below the first wipe. Again, it’s just one long wipe as you turn the sponge from one edge to the other so you don’t smear the grout like in your video. #4 RINSE the sponge and WRING IT OUT THOROUGHLY. #5 REPEAT. IMPORTANT... YOU ONLY GET TWO INDIVIDUAL WIPES BETWEEN RINSES!!!. It’s faster, easier, and cleaner! You’re welcome

[@captaincaveman6186]

Just a keyboard warrior

[@AB-jq6np]

Are you referring to cement based, or acrylic based grout methods? Two different animals......

[@oldschoolpeacemaker5397]

@@captaincaveman6186 don't think that applies here

[@captaincaveman6186]

I think it is. I tried both ways and I feel that this way came out way better. The grout lines ended up having a really nice dish to them I guess you could call it. The other end of my floor that I did the your wall I didnt like at all. The customer also agreed with me. There is other ways to do anything. NOT JUST YOUR WAY.

[@426superbee4]

That was prefect texture of your grout ! semi wet more on the dry side 👍

[@nblackmore]

Hard or soft float? Sanded or non-sanded grout? Swipe sponge at a diagonal direction to the tiles, never circular

[@ambassador_in_training]

Thanks s lot for doing this video. Very well explained and demonstrated.

[@khristiand2121]

Nice video man. Just Turn ur float sideways trust

[@raindash8744]

What color is the tile used here???

[@34Burkes]

Damn man!! Why so many negative comments.. goodness!!

[@crkumengai]

Right..we all should just appreciate the time and effort people are sharing for all of us to learn.

[@pedroluna7695]

he take all fucking day like that

[@getsudatensho]

Ok how about all those lips i see even bwfore the grout got apply

[@mogpoghjc]

Thanks boss

[@createdluck628]

when someone uses the short end of the float you know they dont know how to grout 😂

[@19perception83]

I always wondered why grout guns are not used? Or a grout bag? This seems such a messy and inefficient way of grouting?

[@AB-jq6np]

Actually, im going to try a bag now that you mention it.....

[@justinward5966]

been doing tile 16 years, never seen it done that slow except for an inlaw i hired once. He didnt last a week.

[@jp50491]

Justin Ward I wish I was as cool as you

[@ThatoneGuy-gq8wo]

You are a douche I bet you were this slow when you first started. I have only been doing it 28 years I bet I can do it faster than you.

[@stevengordon4857]

AAAAAAMATURE!!!

[@robwarenko7580]

what an expert lol

[@ShrinkWrapping]

this grout will not hold up, mixing the grout is very important and it cannot clump like that and umm don't tile your floor while you still have to mud and paint the walls etc.

[@BabySm0k3]

I was shown by a professional to wipe in a straight manor, not circular, like shown here. Anyone else?

[@MultiMeatpuppet]

1st of all the Grout Float he is using is for marble or Hi- Gloss porcelain . It is way to stiff and hard for this application . 2nd issue . The Grout Trowel < Float > is designed to pull your grout on the face of the tile , slapping it in there at 2 inches at a time is painful to view . Regardless of pre-mix or dry grout , you want a fluid , movable pile of 5 inches in diameter to move around with the trowel . A rubber flexible trowel is needed here . Apply at a diagonal angle and use some firm palm muscles to push it in as the trowel slides . That floor should be done in parts ~ 4th's or 1/3 at a time and would take a novice helper about an hour to apply the grout and have it cleaned . You want the grout to be fluid enough to push and pull over the tile . Think of Pudding or dry wall paste . Tacky enough to stay on your hand . It should not be dry like a cookie . Pre-mixed can be mixed with a SPINNER MIXER on a cordless drill . When cleaning the grout up , strike a sponge diagonal over the tiles to not pull grout back out . Flip sponge and repeat . DO not rub in circles folk's . That is Futile ! Have 2 buckets of water . A bucket for rinsing 1st and a bucket for dipping into clean water . Then your not putting dirty water back on the floor as you go . Have 3 or more sponges . 2 in each bucket is what I use . Have a fan on the tile to speed up the water clean time . A box fan is good . If you are happy with one pass application of grout and it's dried . Use a " cheese Cloth " as a final cleaning material to get all the powdered haze of faster and efficiently . Don't keep sponging with water . Most floors need 2 full grout passes unless your a pro . At least a touch up pass on area's that got fudged or need additional grout . That Glass grout tile - OMG lol - Area's like 4 by 4 are safe to work if your inexperienced . The tile he has may be porcelain but it is not hi-gloss faced and a RUBBER GROUT FLOAT is fine to use . A tile guy !

[@ouou-db9pw]

you should have told them if they keep trying to sponge out every piece of grout haze on the first wipe they would wipe away some of the existing height on the joints

[@parkerhilliker5680]

I am a tile helper for my dad and we could grout that room in 45 minutes easy

[@oopsreels]

john hill if it was the guy in the videos first time grouting, why is he making a video?

[@oopsreels]

wow, i guess i will now perform a how-to frame a house video, even though i've never done it before! should be very helpful

[@AB-jq6np]

Is that 45 mins including the extra amount of time spent explaining? Bc im faster too if I dont have to teach some helper, er...sorry, I should have said amerature.....

[@frederickwagner5776]

Great video but with this technique it seems like it would take forever...

[@AllBayEveryDay]

This is so wrong. The grout is way too dry. If it bundles together like that it's way to dry. Also using the long end of the grouter makes it go faster.

[@4for4phillylang]

Haris Sakanovic “THE GROUTER?” REALLY? Wow...your opinion literally has zero value...your online giving your professional opinion apparently and your terminology is on point also. Damn your good !!! Its called a grout float myman. Your telling him hes doing it wrong n yet hes doing it his way which if that gets the job done for him then thats the right way...in our tile field if you asked 10 legit setters there waterproofing preferences or methods most of us will have different opinions..doesnt mean ones right n others wrong. Theres more then 1 way to complete projects and overtime we all figure out what method is comfortable for u. I use a plastic putty/spackal knive when grouting...it may take me a little longer to soread but saves me alot of time doing 3 wipes because theres less grout on the surface.

[@markgonzalez8520]

Allphillyallday14 Lang usually wrong means slow. Lots of time wasted. You end up more exhausted. I can easily spread that in 5 mins. Usually grout other areas while this one dries.

[@AB-jq6np]

It premixed acrylic...you don't add water to it, the H2O will compromise the coloring....you can't make it any thinner than whats premixed when you open it. I believe you are thinking of cement based grout...js different ballgame when it comes to the bases and how they are mixed

[@getsudatensho]

Really man you grout the whole floor at once even if is epoxy grout due to that been a small area

[@AussieAussieOZoioioi]

I don't mean to sound cocky but that seems like a hard way of doing it. I just taught myself yesterday and I find it if you had the mixture a little more wet it's easier to play with as it does dry quickly anyway and it's easier to drop them in the gaps using a back and forth angled movement and it smoothens and fill the gap perfectly while doing it a helluva lot faster as the grout is a little more wet it's easier to maneuver from tile to tile filling the gaps.

[@AB-jq6np]

Premixed acrylic based grout, hes not using the same thing you were which im guessing was cement based....

[@johnwild757]

Is this a joke ? You don’t force the grout inside the joints, especially when it’s that dry and coming apart.

[@OFFICIALCREEPINMANE]

Bro that's the hardest way to do that, your gonna take all day, that's an hour job.

[@HelpfulDIY]

It gets the job done with minimal tools. And you get a free workout when doing it! Resourceful!

[@scottberry3287]

Fake news ..

[@IvanLopez-PS_SafetySucks1]

What kind of grouting method is this ???? Not the way yo ...

[@billdonovan-r2w]

Finish the drywall first

[@locust7777]

These grout float things don't work for me. I get grout everywhere except where it should be. I prefer to shape it with my fingers lol

[@scottross3939]

this guy is showing you how to do it the long and hard way .i do tile for a living and this video is by far the hard way

[@codycecil5139]

Straight gleamin

[@thewatchers325]

The guy costing me too much so I told him lay the tiles ill grout money cut short dam price was to ridiculous thanks for the video

[@stinkymcfly937]

a guy grouting grouting in socks can't tell me nothing....

[@davidkilpatrick3689]

Not all premix grouted are the same, be careful.

[@stevecharmer4296]

Are you my brother in law?

[@the_only_Woods]

We didn’t even do this method 6 years ago in the UK. A sponge too, don’t make me laugh, Would have had that complete and washed off in a hour.

[@egformula]

ARE Y'ALL FAMILIAR WITH EPOXY GROUT ?

[@83delgado]

Boo this man!

[@Billy_Bull_Sheeter]

Dude you should be wearing knee pads. Trust me, you can do some serious damage. What is the best way to get rid of the haze after grouting. Someone has said to use some sort of acid but I think there must be an easier way.