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Thinset instead of Grout?
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| Kyle Boatright 2006-04-03, 12:21 am |
| On very narrow joints, is there any reason I can't use thinset instead of
grout?
Since there is 10 lbs of thinset left in the bag, and it is the same color
as the grout I chose, I'm tempted.
Somebody stop me if this is a mistake...
Thanks in advance.
KB
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| Newfie 2006-04-03, 9:21 am |
| Both are portland cement plus sand. Thinset is hidden and so it
usually is composed of the cheapest grey portland cement. White or
colored grout uses white portland cement which is more expensive than
grey, it can be left white or tinted to any grout color. Since grout is
non-structural just about any cementitious base would suffice, unless
you are looking for decreased water permeability. So if it is the same
color, go ahead and use it but you MUST seal it.
Kyle Boatright wrote:
> On very narrow joints, is there any reason I can't use thinset instead of
> grout?
>
> Since there is 10 lbs of thinset left in the bag, and it is the same color
> as the grout I chose, I'm tempted.
>
> Somebody stop me if this is a mistake...
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> KB
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| hallerb@aol.com 2006-04-03, 9:21 am |
| buy the real thing the thinset will likely need cleaned and resealed
every year. for a few nucks why create another yearly project?
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| dadiOH 2006-04-03, 10:21 am |
| Kyle Boatright wrote:
> On very narrow joints, is there any reason I can't use thinset
> instead of grout?
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> Since there is 10 lbs of thinset left in the bag, and it is the same
> color as the grout I chose, I'm tempted.
As long as the joints are wide enough for sanded grout, thinset is fine.
No real difference other than color.
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| thetiler 2006-04-04, 3:21 am |
| Thinset and grout are not the same. They are formulated
only for their specific purpose. If you had a few small
joints to fill, such as in a small repair, you could use the
thinset as grout.
On "very narrow joints" as you describe, you shouldn't
use sanded material, as thinset is. The grout also has
properties that make it set-up quickly, so it can be worked
to it's finished look. Thinset is designed to do the opposite-
stay fluid for a long time, thereby washing-out the joint as
you sponge it.
Spend a few bucks and get the correct grout and save
yourself some work. Do it right.
thetiler
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