The grout method used to fill the gaps between stones is the same for walls as it is for floors.
How to grout stone wall tile.
Pour some grout mix into a mixing bucket and add water according to the manufacturer s instructions.
Work in a small area at a time roughly a 3 x 3 foot section.
Begin by protecting adjacent surfaces from spilled grout using painter s tape and rosin paper or plastic sheeting.
Position the float at a 45 degree angle along a joint press the float into the joint then run it along the line to fill in the joint.
Spread the material in sweeping arcs pressing it into the joints to fill them completely.
Float more grout in a diagonal fashion.
Spreading the grout 1.
Turn the float onto its side to scrape off the large globs of excess grout on your tiles.
Also pick up a bottle of grout release at a tile store.
Use a hard edged rubber grout float and hold it at a 45 degree angle.
Tip the bucket forward a little.
Follow the manufacturer s directions.
How to grout natural stone tile 1.
Pour a quart to half gallon of grout on the tiles.
To start clean out all the grout lines by vacuuming and scraping out any thinset projecting above the tile.
However even if you re using the right type of grout it s important that your mix is right.
Seal the entire surface of the tile with a natural stone sealer and sponge.
Then wipe the surface with a damp rag until it s free of dust.
Move the float in a circular motion making sure that grout completely fills gaps between tiles.
Flip your float upside down.
1 fill the bucket with water and use the sponge to clean the surface of the travertine.
After you ve set up don t just start grouting the entire wall.
Pick a 3 ft 3 ft 0 91 m 0 91 m section.
Load the margin trowel with grout and.
Apply the grout to the wall tiles first by pressing down on the joints.
Sponge the tile and grout joints.
The three photos show how to apply the grout.
Find one with the masonry tools at the home center.
Then slide it under the.
Don t let the grout dry on the surface of the tile or cleanup will be much more difficult and the tile can actually be damaged.
Apply the grout using a grouting float.
Grout that has too much water is difficult to control and work into the lines.
Unsanded grout is commonly used for tile walls instead as they handle much less day to day stress.