Comments on: How to Replace Cracked Tile Grout in a Tub or Shower

on 7/28/2008 Wow, thanks for this tip. I never knew that it was this easy. I've been putting off taking care of my shower for the last two years, and now it really needs it. This coming weekend I'll be taking on this project. Having only one shower in my house and collectively needing for this to take up to six days isn't appealing. Thanks again though!! Robert (Dallas, Texas)

on 3/23/2008 I agree, you have to remove excess grout before it dries. Wipe carefully, but get if off of your tile.

on 6/30/2006 I can't stress this enough. It really will not come off. My friend accidentally got distracted mid-project. When he sold the house 3 years later, the grout was still on the tile surface, no amount of cleaning/acid could remove it.

on 11/22/2005 Some areas have hard water that can leave a white residue in or on the grout after it dries. Using distilled water to mix with makes for true color grout. It also leaves out the minerals and chemicals in tap water that could weaken the grout over time.

on 11/22/2005 Do not rinse a grout sponge down the tub or sink drain, it may accumulate and harden in the pipes. After all, it is basically cement. Instead, rinse the sponge in a bucket of water, where grout with settle to the bottom. To dispose of grout, strain the bucket's contents through a sieve or colander that has been lined with a filter (a coffee filter or porous rag will work).