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Forwarded FYI. I followed his instruction for applying and it turned out very professional. -----Original Message----- From: Ken Sherman [mailto:ken@thisoldgrout.com] Sent: Monday, February 04, 2002 7:53 PM To: bwilliamsjr4@attbi.com Subject: Re: Shower tile Hi Bill, First let me explain that the sealer that was applied to your grout simply provides stain resistance. That's it. It does nothing to the strength of the grout and does not in any way prevent cracks in the grout. The cracks are probably caused by settling. If the cracks are in the wall seams (where the walls meet each other) this joint should be caulked with an appropriate caulking. If your shower grout is a non-sanded type, a non sanded silicone should be used. If your grout is a sanded type, a sanded siliconized acrylic caulking that matches your grout color should be used. Resealing the shower grout can be done according to the directions of the sealer manufacturer. Some silicone based sealer will last 3 to 6 months in a shower environment. Expensive solvent based sealers may last up to 10 years. If the cracks are between the tiles in the walls and not just in the wall seams then the grout should be repaired. Don't caulk these joints or any joints on or near the floor. If these areas stay damp, mildew will usually be a problem without good ventilation. It would be difficult for me to describe how to do the repair without actually seeing it (digital camera?) so I'll suggest you take a class at The Home Depot on how to grout tile. Hope that helps Bill. Regards, Ken Sherman President This Old Grout, Inc. http://www.thisoldgrout.com 480-736-1132 office 602-330-6602 mobile -----Original Message----- From: Williams, Bill [mailto:Bill.Williams@enron.com] Sent: Monday, February 04, 2002 4:35 PM To: info@thisoldgrout.com Subject: Shower Tile I have had my shower tiled recently. The grout was sealed (in place for about 4 months now. I have noted a few minor hair line cracks in the corners of my shower in between a few of the tiles. My question is how do I 1.) repair the cracks, 2.) when should I reseal (how often). Thanks for your help. Please respond to bwilliamsjr4@attbi.com I appreciate your web site. Sincerely Bill Williams Portland OR
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