A bathroom is a room in which the moisture level is constantly above average, which is why the formation and reproduction of fungus and mold is a very frequent phenomenon. They appear due to neglect of high-quality cleaning of the premises or due to the fact that construction materials were initially incorrectly selected.
Such premises require the mandatory use of waterproofing materials, decorative materials that are not afraid of the influence of moisture and, of course, a suitable grout, about the features of which we want to tell in our article.
Which grout is suitable for bathrooms?
Grout for bathrooms and other wet rooms should be:
- Solid;
- Waterproof;
- Frost - resistant;
- Antibacterial;
- Elastic (especially if a underfloor heating system is installed in the room).
The best option both in terms of price and quality is polymer cement grout. It is she who is the favorite grout material among craftsmen who prefer to implement high-quality projects.
It is convenient to work with polymer cement grout, and its service life is very long, since this material is considered very strong and durable.
What functions does the grout perform?
The grout functions include:
- Protection of seams from water, dust and dirt getting into them, preventing destruction of edges and corners of tiles.
- Preventing the formation of mold, mildew and other bacteria.
- Strengthening of tile masonry;
- Giving a beautiful holistic look to the surface.
When choosing a high-quality grout material, pay attention to the indicators of strength, adhesion, wear resistance and thermal stability. They should fit your performance characteristics.
