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Fit for Purpose: Cementitious versus Epoxy adhesives for mosaic tiles

By Tal  |  2018-09-27  |   | 56044 views

Mosaic tiles remain a popular choice for commercial and domestic applications, with glass tiles enjoying particular favour. Consideration of the service area will determine the choice of adhesive, either cementitious or epoxy-based, as fit for purpose. [...]




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Tips on selecting the perfect grout colour

By Tal  |  2015-08-14  |   | 72017 views

When tiling, many people spend days over the choice of tiles: What kind of tile, what shape and what colour? Selecting the grout, which fills the space between the tiles, is often a mere afterthought. [...]




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How to revive your grout in 9 easy steps

By Tal  |  2015-08-14  |   | 79752 views

If you have started to notice cracks in your grout or if it is looking a little grubby and no amount of scrubbing helps, it may be time to replace the grout. We know what you’re thinking – easier said than done. [...]




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How to get your bathroom ready for visitors: Tile & grout refreshment tips

By Tal  |  2015-03-11  |   | 33772 views

Before April, with a couple of weeks of school holidays and many public holidays it is an ideal time to start working those little broken, chipped and cracked tiles or grout refreshment you’ve been meaning to get to. [...]




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Grout colour matching made easy

By Tal  |  2014-09-24  |   | 32810 views

Picking out the correct colour grout for your tile installation is a choice which will ultimately affect the visual appeal of your home. [...]




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What to do about soft crumbling grout?

By Tal  |  2014-05-28  |   | 284626 views

Grout is used to fill the joints between tiles and to help create a smooth, attractive surface that is both water resistant and easy to maintain. If, however, the grout is crumbling, powdery or falling out, it can’t perform these tasks and will be ineffective. [...]




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Get a grip on grout: Part 2

By Tal  |  2013-11-20  |   | 32870 views

Get a grip on grout 2013 part 2 [...]




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Get a grip on grout: Part 1

By Tal  |  2013-11-13  |   | 33274 views

Get a grip on grout part 1 [...]




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How to choose the right colour grout

By Tal  |  2013-10-23  |   | 36256 views

Choosing a grout colour is a very personal choice and will depend on whether you want the grout to blend with or contrast against the tiles. [...]