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I Supported Toymods
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Casula
Registered:
January 2005
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Re: who has regrouted their shower??? need help
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Thu, 16 June 2005 22:59
 
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Ok Barnsey, lets go.
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Yes, but before you put any mortar back in get some 'cemstik' and paint the surface were it's going, this helps the new mortar stick in place.
2nd.
Sorry there is no quick-fix or easy way out for this one.
The silicone residue & old grout can be cleaned off using a razor blade or scraper.
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If the corners that you are talking about are the ones around the bottom between wall & floor, yes.
If it's the corners of the walls then it is not necessary as the grout will seal these corners.
4th.
Ok, if all has gone well so far and the tiles are clean and fixed back in place, let it all dry.
Do your silicone around the bottom first, use the nozzle that comes with it but only cut the tip so that you get a bead about the size of the gap you need to fill.trying not to over fill the corner, just a nice neat fill. now let that dry.
Now comes the fun part.The grouting.
Get a bucket and mix the grout up to a Constancy of cream. Wear a pair of rubber gloves when applying the grout, use a sponge to wipe the grout all over the tiles making sure to fill all the gaps the full depth so you don't get little holes in it. But don't leave it to thick on the tiles as this has to be cleaned off later. keep a damp cloth with you to keep this to a minimum.
Almost there, when this is dry now finish cleaning to residue grout of the tiles, hope you didn't leave to much excess grout on the tiles did you?
5th.
The only thing I can offer you here is don't use it.
No seriously, just keep it clean and airy as mold needs damp areas.
Ok last thing good luck with your job.I hope this has helped.
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