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What do I use for outdoor tile grout?

AJ-DIYer
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What do I use for outdoor tile grout?

Hi

 

I have a corner area in my backyard  that I have lay down tiles over it.  Between the tiles there is some gap.

My questions:

- what grout do i use to fill the gap between these outdoor tiles?

- what colour of the grout suits it?

- Between my tiles and the fence, the sleepers are showing, what is that best way to aeathetically improve the look and cover it up? 

 

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Thank you. 

EricL
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Re: What do I use for outdoor tile grout?

Hello @AJ-DIYer 

 

Thanks for sharing your question about the gaps in your tiles. If you wish the grout to blend in, I suggest using a light colour such as white. Please note that the white grout will eventually fade and become an off or faded white. If you wish to have a bit of contrast between the tile and grout you can use a light grey. The dark grout will stand out and give your tiles definition. I suggest having a look at the Dunlop 1.5kg Flexible Coloured Grout - White, it is rated for indoor and outdoor use and can cover a gap between 1 to 8mm. 

 

To extend the colour of your grout and make maintenance a little bit easier, I suggest sealing the grout using Dunlop 250ml Grout Sealer

 

Here are some handy step-by-step guides:

 

 

In regards to the sleepers, I propose painting them the same colour as the Colorbond fence. This will make them blend in with the fence line and prevent them from standing out. I suggest using Dulux Weathersheild to paint the sleepers. It's self-priming and is rated for outside use. 

 

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

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AJ-DIYer
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Re: What do I use for outdoor tile grout?

Thanks @EricL !

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