Bathrooms are characterized by high humidity, so in every house they choose a tile surface for this. It is practical and moisture-resistant. But no tile will look perfect without special processing of seams.
No final stage of repair work can do without grout or, as many call it, fugue. The grout provides complete sealing of the joints between the tiles, as well as protection and aesthetic completeness.
What should I pay attention to when choosing a grout?
The main characteristics that a grout should have include:
- protection against fungus in the bathroom
- protection against mold formation
- creating an interior using colored putty
- waterproofing of the surface
- surface integrity
The quality of the repair depends on the choice of a fugue for a room with high humidity. Therefore, when choosing a fugue, it is necessary to pay attention to:
- the degree of adhesion of the material
- ability to absorb moisture
- stability and strength
- shrinkage.
Various grout manufacturers differ not only in composition, but also in consistency and resistance to moisture.
What is included in the grout for tiles?
There are two main types of grout, which have a different base: cement and epoxy. The grout base has mineral additives and colored pigments. With the right ratio, the grout will be elastic, frost-resistant and resistant to moisture.
Cement grout is universal. It resembles putty, so it is simple to work with. The fugue firmly adheres to the edges of the tile, does not lose its color and has good abrasion resistance. But with all the advantages, such a grout is afraid of cleaning agents and excess water.
The epoxy fugue is moisture-resistant and features a high-quality hardener. During operation and cleaning, it is not erased, resistant to chemicals. It has a wide color palette of shades. The only drawback can be called difficulties in the application process, but good specialists are subject to everything.
Which grout is better to use?
When choosing a grout, experts recommend paying attention to the Teknoderz material. This is a water-repellent elastic grout, which is used for sealing joints of ceramic tiles, marble and granite. During operation, the material does not burn out and does not crack. It has water-repellent and antibacterial properties. It is elastic in operation and does not create any difficulties in application, the main thing is to follow the instructions and dilute it correctly. The fugue is selected a couple of shades lighter or darker from the final color, and since the Teknoderz EX grout has a wide palette of colors, you won't have any problems with this.
