How to Repair Cracked and Worn Grout (Shower)

Check out how easy it is to repair cracked or worn grout in your shower, tub, or any other tiled area. My house is only 2 years old, and I already have some cracks appearing in some areas of the grout in my master shower. In this video I take you step by step through the entire shower grout repair process.
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[@arteCee]

Thank You Sir!♡ Clear instructions and demonstration, with an easy on the ear speaking voice. Awesome! off to elbow grease grout now!

[@ambernelson270]

Thank you

[@darrenwales1092]

Exactly. To the point and nicely described . Why do people unlike vids like this ?

[@karenhurt6306]

❤

[@raymondnoel6053]

use a oscillating multi-tool and save on elbow grease :)

[@yuwangjz]

Thanks

[@fishingpinky3165]

5 years later I find this. Probably one of the BEST straight to the point, DIY home repair I have watched. If you still see replies...thank you sir and I wish you the BEST.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thank you!

[@CrimeDoesNotPay]

The perfect DIY demonstration. That zoom on your grout removal was stellar. Thanks for taking the time to add that extra touch!

[@judysauer488]

Wow, this was not just informative, but simple, clear, and well-paced information. Thank you so much for this service!

[@UpnorthHere]

Nicely done tutorial. I'm just about ready to regrout our shower wall tiles above the tub. When removing the cracked grout (over a week ago), I discovered (to my dismay) that there WAS NO MORTAR behind some of the tiles -- the 20-year-old gypsum wall had disintegrated from being wet. Instead of fixing a few grout lines, I ended up removing about 30 tiles and rebuilding 5 square feet of wall (with Durock), cleaning off and re-installing the old tiles with thinset, and FINALLY got to this point of regrouting. Took days, not including the 30-mile round trip to the nearest "big box store" for tools, materials and supplies. Your cheerful demeanor here gives me strength as I round the final lap in this project. THANKS!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Oof.. I feel your pain. I'm having flashbacks to when I bought my very first house around 20ish years ago... everything passed inspection, but the day we took possession I pulled up the carpeting in the family room as we planned to re-do the floors before moving in. The floor in one corner was damp and rotted almost completely through. Turns out the tiled shower in the master bathroom backed up to that room, and had been leaking for many years. Had to do a complete bathroom gut/remodel on top of all the other plans we already had for that house. Anyhow, I'm glad to hear you are closing in on finishing your project! Sounds like you caught it before it got REALLY bad!

[@theegoat1936]

For anyone wondering, there's a triangle grout remover tool that is much easier and has 3 different sizes on each side, when I used the saw the blade quickly dulled. The triangle tool costs 2 dollars more than the saw. I bought both, tried the triangle tool and much more efficient, cleaner edges

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for sharing!

[@theegoat1936]

@AmplifyDIY video was awesome and informative tho, was able to gain the confidence to do my grout on my own.

[@susanbutke1375]

Thank you for the small important details like swiping the grout DIAGNOLLY when applying. Small details are so important. Great Video

[@AmplifyDIY]

Hey Susan - thanks for the feedback, and thanks for watching. :)

[@thejazzpianist25]

This guy is so gentle mild and kind haha

[@katehepburn9544]

I love that this is clear and to the point without a lot of off the cuff chit chat in between that takes unnecessary time. This helps me so much!

[@enriquesanchez2001]

SMARTEST instruction I've seen yet. Thank you for your patient explanations and perfect speaking voice! ♥♥♥

[@enriquesanchez2001]

@@hb2088 Perhaps you should be asking the maker of this video.

[@hb2088]

@@enriquesanchez2001 so sorry. I thought I did.

[@IAN-zt3yt]

i dont even have to fix any grout i just like feeling like i have a dad teaching me things

[@walkingblues4180]

That’s why I’m here.

[@micahbrierley3661]

You are loved Ian, thank you for sharing ❤

[@Sigma2483]

"Dad! Dad, is that you! Please stop yelling at me..." 😂😅😂

[@TR__3]

A very helpful and easy to watch video. You have a great teaching voice...easy to follow and not a lot of uhs and ums. Thanks for posting!

[@timchampion722]

Perfectly informative and descriptive tutorial with no bs. Watching this video was like sipping a cold one after a long week. Thanks man!

[@AmplifyDIY]

I'm glad you liked it. Thank you!

[@godboutat]

So clear and careful. Thanks for making it easy for everyone to deal with a common problem.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@amyj2600]

Ahh man as soon as I saw your face I knew this was going to be a good video! Your channel has been SO helpful to me, educating me with all kinds of necessary homeowner jobs. Thank you for another one!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks, Amy!

[@leelastoma5809]

Thank you. You are a great teacher. You explain things well and have a kind demeanor .

[@AmplifyDIY]

So nice of you!

[@stephenschuit7880]

Nice, clear, simple. Thanks for your approach.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@SouthPaw____]

So glad I found your video. Easily explained. I’ve done a lot of home improvement jobs on my own but never grout. I have same problem as you did but in more spots. I found a bag of grout the previous owners left. They put the same exact tile on the floor so I’m assuming they used same grout for both bathtub tile and floor tile. Now all I need is to find out the right consistency to make it Making sure it’s not going to flake like you said if it’s too watery. Thanks. This helped a lot.

[@AmplifyDIY]

You are so welcome!

[@golord]

Great video! Thanks for editing it and not repeating yourself a million times like everyone else does 😜

[@AmplifyDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@estheroh3675]

You really can learn anything on KZbin! Thanks!

[@andrewlambert8827]

Really helpful video - thanks for posting it

[@gailbozeman9626]

Wow.. I need to do my shower and I was like Wow and a guy told me 800 bucks to do this…I’m like I’ve gotta learn and make this a DIY over the weekend as I do most times ..look at KZbin…Go to HD and take my time..thx

[@BonnieAnnis]

Excellent video! Thank you so much for your clear and concise tutorial for us do it yourselfers! We appreciate it so much!

[@livingadreamlife1428]

Video was very helpful and the simple and straightforward instructions enabled me to successfully re-grout my daughter and Son in law’s shower.

[@georgeprochnow7330]

Yup, they've been tearing it up.

[@Mockingbird7504]

Thank you! Very clear, very precise, with sufficient explanation and subsequent demonstration. You are a very good teacher!!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Aww -- thank you, Mockingbird7504!

[@212workout]

Imagine my joy, searching for tips on fixing grout issues and seeing your lovely mug! Thanks amigo!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Happy to help! Hope you are well!

[@greektvlover]

Absolutely brilliant! Clear precise instructions!!! For a new DIYer this is exactly what I needed - thanks

[@Yardstiky]

Awesome video. I didn't even know there was such a thing as a grout saw. Thank You.. .

[@cameronschmit6472]

Lol if you’ve used one, “grout saw” is a stretch for a name. This guys grout looked to crumble away nicely. Not the case for me lol

[@AmplifyDIY]

Yeah, it was in rough shape for sure.

[@cameronschmit6472]

AmplifyDIY mine is too but the grout is ancient. Half falls out and the other half grips like NASA put it there

[@cherylm1982]

Thanks for the great video. White vinegar removes haze.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Great tip. Thanks for watching!

[@dastandlee]

You're the Bob Ross of grout repairs.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Happy little tiles....

[@MatthewJohnCrittenden]

Good stuff, I’m going to buy a Ryobi One multi tool to remove the grout. It’ll come in handy for other tasks as well.

[@usmannizam1032]

Super video. Love the close up shots. Makes me confident I can do this

[@AmplifyDIY]

You got this!

[@usmannizam1032]

@@AmplifyDIY I did it and it turned out pretty good. No more leaking. Just wished I used sanded grout as the rest of the old grout looks slightly different, rough

[@SarahBabe]

Oh boy, I am going to fix all the grout now! Thank you!

[@javiermalo01]

Looks really nice, brother. Thanks a lot for sharing

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@trudyt5673]

Wow you made it so easy. Took me about 1/2 hours to repair a small section. Now to find one to replace silicone caulking around my shower.

[@DONALD1951]

Oops. Another tool to buy .. grout saw. Subscribed

[@AmplifyDIY]

Seems like every time I do a new job I discover a new special tool...

[@gladysma308]

1:25 inexpensive grout saw to remove the loose grout, brush to remove the debris 2:25 use a slightly damp almost dry sponge to clean Fusion Pro grout, 4:00 grout float to press grout as firmly as possible to cracks

[@victoriam-sky9033]

He did not seal the grout!

[@rogerbannister6942]

@@victoriam-sky9033 That grout has the sealer in it?

[@appmia1]

Excellent quality, thanks for taking the time to help.

[@charleskuntz3457]

I like your presentation

[@andrewford80]

Nice video. It has taken me a few attempts at this and its slowly looking better each time. Learning the amount of moisture required in the sponge and the amount of time to wait before sponging seems to be the key for me.

[@AmplifyDIY]

It's a delicate balance for sure. Thanks for watching!

[@rapsokoi]

Very useful instructions, clear and precise 👍

[@backllem]

Explained and demonstrated very well, thank you.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jenniferhelm1600]

Thank you for this video. Very straight forward, simple but helpful instructions and tips!

[@drewgriffiths7708]

Excellent instructional video

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thank you!

[@danielho3347]

Thank you for your video. I love how you gave such clear and simple but thorough instruction. Love it!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thank you!

[@maryc6091]

Thank you for your great video. I think I may try this on my own.😬

[@AlainMowad]

This video was incredibly helpful, thank you!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Glad it was helpful, Alain!

[@juliedc1040]

Thanks❤ , and congratulations for your all of your excellent recommendations

[@catalog2345]

Thanks

[@spencerholmes1047]

Great Demo, well presented, not too long, Thank you

[@mamacharingconde5606]

Premixed..ready to use..wow..

[@paulmortimer1471]

Excellent tutorial! Thanks.

[@vdoundakov]

thank you for the clear instructions and great video

[@salonidra5270]

Awesome video and demonstration.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@beckycrowe3808]

Perfect demonstration, just what i needed to see. Thank You

[@robjennings39]

Great video! I would have added a grout sealer after a couple of days!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Hi Rob - Fusion Pro grout specifically says not to seal it... but check the instructions for whatever product you use, and follow their recommendations. Thanks for watching!

[@paulmarck9349]

Thanks so much for this! Step by step and easy to follow, even for an un-handy guy.

[@AmplifyDIY]

You got this!

[@paulmarck9349]

@@AmplifyDIY Now the project is done and I’m very grateful for your online tutorial.

[@AbsentWithoutLeaving]

Ugh, I've got an oooold tiled bath/shower area with lots of loose/missing grout. Been kicking around replacing the tile completely, but I like what's there and the tile itself is in good shape, so I'm going to see just how hard it is to regrout a large area. Might take it in sections if the elbow grease runs out. Wish me luck!

[@AmplifyDIY]

If the tile is still all firmly attached, I’d definitely try to save it. Best of luck!

[@VeganSikhni]

Thanks so much! Much needed information...

[@johnjackson9601]

Thank you for the instructions.

[@TinekeWilliams]

Just what I was after. A million thanks! 🙏

[@AmplifyDIY]

You're welcome, Tineke!

[@logan5326]

Good cleaned job bro, easy and straight to the core.Thanks!

[@mandyreid8076]

Thank you so much. I feel brave enough to tackle mine now.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Go for it!

[@originalvonster]

Thank you, you are so kind.

[@lydelldoss]

Thank you for this video, it saved me money DIY....

[@KT-wc4qi]

How do I know if the builder used cement or non-cement grout? Is there a way to tell the difference?

[@l3tradingfx]

Thank you for this video! I've been in my house for about 2 years now. I've called the builder twice already about the same problem! now off to elbow grease grout!

[@billholman279]

Video was very well done. Kudos!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thank you 😊

[@presmax2226]

So happy to find this video and then realize it is my old friend from Sundance! Thanks for the help on my repair to my 1978 farmhouse fall-apart shower in Nampa! Troy

[@AmplifyDIY]

Hey Troy! Small world, eh? So glad I could be helpful!

[@bweaver760]

Great demo! Thanks!

[@mikepeterson443]

Thank you. That was clear and helpful.

[@susanbersuch9001]

Very nicely done! Thank you.

[@PeggyWagnerREALTOR]

Great video without all the blah, blah, blah that some videos have before getting to the info. Thank you!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for watching, Peggy!

[@frala2398]

👍🏼👍🏼 now I’m going to grout my shower. Thanks! I’m off!

[@angeleabridges5025]

Haven’t finished the video, but I got a free estimate from a restoration company because we found a couple spots in the floor/wall where water damage was. I was told by the owner of the company, that pre mix grout is not recommended for showers. The water from the shower will eventually seep through the grout.

[@AmplifyDIY]

Hi Angela - I'm not sure I agree with the person you consulted. Pre-mixed grout performs well, as long as it is installed correctly. All the rest of the grout in this shower has been perfectly fine for the 6+ years since this house was built, and my repair has been perfect since I did this video. Thanks for watching!

[@johnbacon4414]

Very helpful video, thank you!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mzmishel7953]

Thank you! Now I can fix my grout!🤩

[@GastonGarciaO]

Great video. Thanks

[@milesabove5259]

Within the first minute, this video wasn’t suitable for my needs. However this will now be my go to video next time I need to grout the bathroom. Thank you.

[@AndyPhelps]

Great stuff, thanks for the advice!

[@hb2088]

AmplifyDIY how long to cure and dry before you can use the shower? Thank You!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Hi HB - depends on the specific grout you use and whether it needs to be sealed. Consult the instructions for your grout.... but usually 24 hours.

[@arrescue]

Super great video. Easy to follow. Thanks!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks, Christian!

[@kimkramer6681]

Very helpful and informative. Thank you so much

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for watching, Kim!

[@-Lee-il4gs]

Great video, that'll help me. Thank you

[@leteriosims1936]

Thanks for this video🙂

[@Vessik01]

Great Video!! This definitely helped me repair my bathroom! Keep up the great work!

[@AmplifyDIY]

So glad it was helpful!

[@tamistone1220]

Great easy to follow video. Thank you!!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@esthercarvajal9999]

This is so helpful!!!! Great job! bell rang!

[@my1978z]

Thanks for the video. I will be doing this to my shower tile this weekend.

[@ChadSextoid1]

Thanks for the easy-to-understand, straight-to-the-point instructional video!

[@AmplifyDIY]

You're welcome!

[@Uberime]

Perfect. I now believe that I can tackle a shower stall.

[@AmplifyDIY]

You can do it!

[@luistello1971]

Good work!

[@kenrichmond6906]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@rainfallenonmyshoes8471]

Great video Thank you !

[@tonyhor5089]

Thank you , good job

[@AmplifyDIY]

Thanks!

[@zjh860318]

Can we do the same for broken grout on the shower floor? Thanks

[@AmplifyDIY]

Yes, this technique works just as well on floors. Good luck, and thanks for watching!

[@marialuisagrajales2852]

Thank You,so much!I will try to do it myself.

[@AmplifyDIY]

You can do it!

[@pinklaura1961]

This video is great! Many thanks!!

[@AmplifyDIY]

Glad you liked it, Laura!

[@cheleconway]

Great and informative video!!!! Thank you! If I do not know if the builder used cement or Non cement grout what would you reccomend to do?

[@AmplifyDIY]

I would just do my best to match the color, and go with a non-cement grout that does not require sealing. Good luck!

[@cheleconway]

@@AmplifyDIY Thanks, that sounds like a great idea. I will do that.

[@Peter43John]

-is the shower immediately available for your use after using that excess grout remover solvent at the end of your presentation?

[@AmplifyDIY]

Depends on your grout. Consult the instructions-some require several days to cure properly.

[@gladysma308]

6:30 Non-cement grout Haze remover