What is Grout?

What Is Grout?

As reported by TCNATile.com, grout is a mixture of cement, aggregate, and other materials (such as sand or water) that creates a water-resistant, compact, and evenly colored material that is typically used to fill spaces or to reinforce existing structures.

Short and sweet, grout is basically a material used to fill the cracks, spaces, or gaps in man-made or natural materials.

There are two main classifications of grout: cementitious and chemical grout. Each grout class also has its own sub-classes, such as sanded and un-sanded grout.

What Is Grouts Purpose?

As mentioned above, one of the most general applications of grout is to fill gaps and seal joints, such as the areas between tiles. Grout is going to fill in those spaces and stops the tiles from eventually moving or getting damaged along their edges.

It can also be used through pressure grouting, which is a method that pumps grout into soft ground or structural gaps to stabilize and strengthen present structures, or structures in which the foundations have moved.

These mixtures also come in handy for inserting rebar in masonry walls or connecting segments of pre-casted concrete.

Why Do You Require Grout Between Your Tiles?

When installing tiles, the tiles you’re installing are going to first be bonded to a floor, wall, or surface of your selection. After the tiles have been clued in place, there are going to be spaces in between each of the tiles.

This is where you need grout.

As mentioned above, grout locks tiles in place and prevents the tiles from eventually moving. Another benefit? Grout also safeguards the edges of tiles and keeps them from easily chipping.

So, when you want a tile installation that is going to look beautiful and last, be sure you get your grout!