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Step 1
Lay the tile according to the manufacturer's directions. The spacing you leave for the grout varies according to the size of the tile and your personal preference. Handmade tiles that are slightly irregular require a larger grouting space.
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Step 2
Choose the color of grout. When you grout kitchen tile, personal preference and tile color dictate the color you choose.
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Step 3
Mix the grout according to the directions on the package. Make the grout slightly thicker when you grout vertical areas. The grout should be the consistency of pancake batter for flat surfaces.
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Step 4
Use a grout trowel to apply and spread the grout into the joints. Load the trowel with grout and hold it at a 30-degree angle to the tiled surface to push the grout deep into the joints.
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Step 5
Remove excess grout from the joints by holding the trowel at a 60-degree angle to the tiled surface and wiping across the joint with the stroke at 45-degrees to the joint line.
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Step 6
Wipe excess grout off the tile without disturbing the joints, using a dry paper towel or soft rag. This aids in final cleanup.
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Step 7
Clean the tile after the grout has dried by using a slightly damp sponge and a lot of elbow grease. If you use too much water on the sponge it may go into the seam (grout line) and compromise the grout.
