Grout stuck on tile…?
September 10, 2010
I just installed a backsplash in my kitchen. It is glass mosaics with slate – 1×1. Today I began grouting and after it sat for 2 hours ( as instructed) I began wiping it down with a wet sponge. After scrubbing it for about an hour there is still a considerable amount of grout on the tiles – especially the slate. I used non sanded grout which is recommended for my tiles, but it will not come off! What can I do to remove the grout off of these tiles without scratching them? Please help. Thankyou
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September 10th, 2010 at 2:40 pm
I don t know who told you 2 hrs but that’s totally wrong.He/ she should be shot or fired for telling you that. I d suggest a sanded grout for a slate, even a small 1×1 but with the glass tiles, you have to be careful not to scratch them.
Did you seal the slate prior to setting or at least grouting?The grout my be clinging to the unsealed slate as well.
At this point vinegar and water will not touch it.
Start by scrapping off excess with a pc of wood or a plastic scraper.Don t use any thing metal.
Once the excess is off, get a cleaner specifically for grout clean up.Hydroment makes a product called Remove but you can find other products were tile products are sold.
Any other questions you can e mail me through my avatar and check my qualifications there. GL
September 10th, 2010 at 2:40 pm
Use Vinegar and Water, about 50% mix . Try to wipe each tile without getting into the grout joints. You will most likely have to repeat this with a two cup vinegar to gallon of water bath (okay to get on the grout) bathe two more times to take any lasting film off your slate. That’s what I did with my tile throughout my home over a year ago and it’s still shines and looks fabulous.