Flooring Tile - Grout Consistency

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Torgue1
08-06-08, 06:10 PM
I Just mixed a batch of grout and it has the consistency of apple sauce.When mixing it the batter doesn't drip off the mixing stick. But I still feel it is two fluid. I mixed half of the 10lb of dry grout with 26 0z" of enhancer and the other half of the 10 lb with 26 0z of water. however I didn' use half the water afraid it was not dense enough. any suggestions? in process now asap would be greatly appreciated


HotinOKC
08-06-08, 06:15 PM
Sounds like it's ok.

What is this "enhancer" you speak of?

What type of grout?

I've made grout to be a thick peanut butter consistancy, and made it more loose, never had any issues. You just don't want a ton of water.

Also, you want the grout to slake. After mixing, wait 10 minutes, then mix it again.

Torgue1
08-06-08, 07:28 PM
THANK YOU FOR YOUR QUICK REPLY. The enhancer is put out by the same company that packaged the grout. It is a sand Grout. The enhanser is an anti fugus inhibitor. I am working downstairs and just applied the grout. I am in the process of cleaning up with a damp sponge Hard sponge. I will get the brand of grout and enhancer for you. One problem I am having is the the grout seems like it is not filling the gap line fully ? I will be right back. The grout is Laticrete 1500 sand Grout gap is 3/8 - 1/4 wide enhancer isLaticrete 1776 bought it at Lowes . Question the grout has just been applied hour or so ago I was thinking I could apply more grout to fill grout where it looks low. My grout is still can be stirred. Suggestions


HotinOKC
08-06-08, 07:39 PM
You should push the grout into the lines at an angle.

Torgue1
08-06-08, 07:46 PM
HotinoOka Can I go over some of the areas and apply more grout at this point ???