Bostik Patio Grout, Easy To Use, Alternative to Traditional Cement, Colour: Natural, 6kg & Cementone Rapid Setting Cement, For Interior & Exterior Use, Waterproof, Colour: Grey, 10kg

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Covers an area from 2m 2 to 4.32 m 2 depending on the size of the slabs and the width and depth of the gaps between them. Use either a brush or a squeegee to brush the grout into the gaps between the paving slabs. If the instructions indicate that the paving slabs need to be continuously wetted, you may need an extra pair of hands. Grout will prevent paving slabs from moving. It also prevents weeds from growing between the slabs and reduces water damage. When patios are fixed with grout they look neat and professionally finished. Different Types of Patio Grout

Additionally, this grout must only be applied in dry conditions. It shouldn’t be used if rain is expected within 24 hours. The application method is Wash-and-Sweep, as firstly you will need to fully saturate the patio, especially right down into all the gaps between the stones. The manufacturer recommends using a garden hose or other water sprayer to make sure that the wet mixture reaches the bottom of the gaps. Once the gaps are full, turn the hose onto the patio stones off wash off the excess grout.One thing you’ll need to consider is the colour of your patio grout. Whether you’ve got darker granite tiles or lighter limestone, you should be able to find a pre-mixed grout available in a colour that blends with your existing patio. Ease of Application I look at the pros and cons of the best patio jointing products as well as their features that can help to decide where and when to use them. I give our recommendations for each one. Epoxy grouts are durable and weathertight. They’re also quite an expensive grout and are more commonly used for indoor areas like showers rather than large spaces like patios. Weather conditions will usually affect how long it takes the grouting to set and fully cure. Dry weather above 15℃ and below 25℃ is optimal. The following steps outline the general method for applying grout that needs to be applied to a wet patio:

Traditional mortar mixes are available and the product we review in this category is one of these. This is where the sand and cement are pre-mixed in the correct ratio and you just add water and stir. Quite a few online reviewers remark that the key to success with this patio grout is to use lots of water, more than you would first think. Open the grout tub and you will find a slurry, a wet mixture of the granules and water. Grout is applied between paving slabs or tiles, keeping them in place, protecting from water damage and preventing weeds. Here’s some advice to help choose the best patio grout. To prepare your patio for grouting, pressure wash it to clean it and then scoop out any old and loose grout. You may also want to read our Best Moss Killer for Driveways review for cleaning any moss off your patio.The 14 kg tub should cover around 20 m², although some customers find that they use more product than anticipated, so be aware that you may have to use more than you expect. The speed of setting can vary quite dramatically. On a dry day with temperatures of 15°C or above, it should set within 12 hours. On colder days, you should allow up to 5 days for the product to set. It’s also important to note that this paving grout is designed for joints over 5 mm wide and 20 mm deep, so it shouldn’t be used if you have very narrow spaces between your slabs. Sika FastFix All-Weather Self-Setting Paving and Jointing Compound is a resin grout suitable for your patio. There is no cement in this product and it looks like sand. It comes in a variety of grey and brown colours to match or contrast with your patio stones: Deep Grey, Charcoal, Flint, Dark Buff and Stone. Once your patio has been laid (if you are laying a new one) fully wet it using a garden hose. You’ll need a lot of water for the resin to bind with, otherwise you may end up with stains.