The most popular choice and its nuances: Ceresit tile grout

Tags:Bathroom and toilet, Kitchen, Finishing

If you want to forget about repairs for a long time, use durable and high-quality topcoats. One of them is ceramic tiles. To make it look perfect on your floors and walls, you need the right tile grout. Ceresit is one of the most popular and affordable brands that you will find in any hardware store. In this material from homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ we will understand the types of this grout and the nuances of its application.

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1 Ceresit grouting performance palette: all types
2 Pros and cons of grouting with Ceresit
3 How to choose the right color for Ceresit grout
4 How to calculate the consumption of grout for Ceresit tiles per 1 m2 of coverage
5 The practice of using Ceresit tile grout for bathroom and other premises
6 Hydrophobic impregnations for tiles and grout
7 Tile grout Ceresit: the issue price
8 What the reviews say about Ceresit grout
9 Video: filling joints with grout, video instructions for performing work with Ceresit CE 40

Ceresit grouting performance palette: all types

Grouts are sold as dry mixes or ready-mix solutions. To improve the quality of the seams, coloring pigments and special water-repellent substances are added to them.

The task of grouting is to give the tiled masonry a complete look, and in addition, not to let moisture into the depths of the joints, which can destroy the glue

The use of grouts prevents the formation of fungus, this is especially true for "wet" rooms: bathroom, kitchen, pool and baths... And, of course, grouting greatly facilitates cleaning: dirt and dust do not accumulate in the joints.

All of this will work if you choose the right mix. And this is not as easy as it seems at first glance. There are many types of mixtures and each of them is designed for special conditions of application and operation.

It is necessary to take into account not only the composition, but also the color of the grout, its behavior in an aggressive environment.

It should be noted that the products of the Ceresit brand have a rich palette of choice, so it makes sense to study the most popular formulations and choose the one that suits you.

Ceresit CE 33 Super - 26 shades for the bathroom

This type of mixture is suitable for processing fine seams up to 6 mm wide. She is also chosen because these Ceresit grout have a rich color gamut, ranging from white to black.

This grout has an innovative formula that prevents the growth of bacteria on the surface and in the depth of the facing joints

After hardening, Ceresit CE 33 grout of any color from the palette gives a smooth and even surface that is not afraid of water or freezing temperatures. The frost resistance allows this model to be used for outdoor use, for example, when finishing the facade with ceramic tiles or imitation masonry.

In repair work, it is advised to combine Ceresit CE 33 tile grout with a silicone analogue for additional processing of plumbing joints.

~~Ceresit CE 33 Super~~

Ceresit CE 35 Super - for decorative work with stone

This type of mixture shows excellent results in wide joints up to 15 mm. It is used in glass block masonry and masonry decoration. Among other things, such a grout can be used on facings with a risk of deformation.

If you add an elasticizer to the composition, Ceresit CE 35 Super will show itself perfectly in an outdoor pool.

~~Ceresit CE 35 Super~~

Ceresit CE 43 Super Strong - super strength at wide seams

This mixture can reliably seal a 40mm seam, and this is no joke. It also contains antifungal additives and elasticizers that prevent the seams from cracking during operation.

This composition can be used for work inside and outside, has 9 basic colors and is packaged, including in bulk bags of 25 kg

~~Ceresit CE 43 Super Strong~~

Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic - not afraid of moisture

The very name Aquastatic already speaks about the special characteristics of the mixture. The powerful water-repellent formula of Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic tile grout, complete with antibacterial additives, makes this grout the best choice for swimming pools and saunas. A definite plus of Ceresit CE 40 grout is a palette of 37 colors, including quite unusual ones, such as jasmine or latte. Flexible and resilient.

Aquastatic does not crack over time and perfectly withstands extreme temperature changes

The price of Ceresit tile grout for a package of 2 kg is on average 300-330 rubles.

~~Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic~~

Ceresit CS 25 - for problematic joints

This elastic silicone-based compound is available in 24 shades, including transparent, and is mainly used for the treatment of difficult and problematic seams at corners and in the areas of plumbing. The undoubted plus of this model is resistance to direct sunlight and active chemicals.

Ceresit CS 25 adheres perfectly to glass, porcelain and ceramics

~~Ceresit CS 25~~

Ceresit CE 79 UltraPox - for aggressive environments

This mixture is a two-component epoxy resin based compound. Thanks to epoxy, the treated joints will not be afraid of moisture, chemicals or temperature extremes. Ceresit CE 79 UltraPox can be used indoors and outdoors. It is used to process the joints of mosaic, stone, ceramics and glass.

The coating is very strong and durable

~~Ceresit CE 79 UltraPox~~

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Pros and cons of grouting with Ceresit

If we consider Ceresit products from the point of view of advantages and disadvantages, then we get the following picture:

Pros:

a large selection of colors, which allows you to choose a grout for almost any coating;
a wide range of compositions for indoor and outdoor use with different modes of surface operation;
simple work algorithm, reliable result, even with the first application experience.

Minuses:

tiling masters warn that Ceresit mixtures change significantly in color after drying. This effect should be taken into account when choosing shades;
some users complain that this mixture contains unstable pigment that may remain on the rag during cleaning.

How to choose the right color for Ceresit grout

Mixes 40 and 33 have a wide palette of shades, including unusual options that can be matched to different types of tiles.

Usually the shade is matched

Even if it is slightly darker or lighter, it doesn't matter. In some finishes, a play on contrasts is permissible, especially when decorating with mosaics. If you are using brightly colored tiles with a bold print, it is wise to stick to a transparent grout that will not distract from the main pattern.

The color of the mixture can be selected online on the manufacturer's website. You simply indicate the color of your tile and choose the one that you like best from several suggested options.

Remember that when dry, after a couple of days, the shade will brighten

How to calculate the consumption of grout for Ceresit tiles per 1 m2 of coverage

Each package of Ceresit grout indicates the consumption of the mixture. This makes the task of calculations much easier, especially for beginners. If you want to calculate using the formula, then you need to add the length and width of the surface, then divide the amount by the product of these indicators. The result obtained should be multiplied by the width and thickness of the seam. The result will be the consumption of the mixture in kilograms per square meter.

But if you do not delve into such complex calculations, just take the manufacturer's data as a basis: CE 33 and 40 - 500 g / m², CE 35 - 1200 g / m², CE 79 - 1300 g / m², CE 43 - 1500 g / m². These are the maximum possible values and may vary depending on the depth and thickness of the joints.

The practice of using Ceresit tile grout for bathroom and other premises

When working with Ceresit grout, you should adhere to the general rules:

do not grind the seams until the tile adhesive is completely cured;
clean the edges of the tiles and slightly moisten them for better adhesion;
remove the remnants of the old mixture during repair work;
check the pigment on the tile without glaze so that it does not leave streaks;
use room temperature water to mix the composition from the dry mixture. The mixture should be poured into water, and not vice versa;
before applying the mixture, it should be allowed to stand for 5-7 minutes to ripen, and the composition should be used within an hour.

It is better to knead a small volume of the mixture by hand, and for global work use a construction mixer

Ceresit cement grout: how to apply

The mixture is kneaded according to the technology described above and applied with rubber spatulas, rubbing it into the grooves of the seams. The excess is removed with the same spatula. After application, you need to leave the grout to harden for about 10-15 minutes. After that, the seams are wiped with a wrung out damp sponge. Do not use a wet sponge, water will partially dissolve the pigment, and the seams will be uneven in color.

How long will Ceresit tile grout dry indoors?

After a day, dried stains can be easily removed with a dry cloth

Features of the application of epoxy grout Ceresit

Mix the epoxy mixture strictly according to the instructions. Any deviations can lead to irreparable consequences. The procedure begins by mixing the catalyst and paste.

The composition must be thoroughly mixed and, only after that, powder color can be added

When grouting tiles with epoxy Ceresite, it should be remembered that the composition hardens very quickly, so you need to work quickly and accurately. All excess must be immediately removed from the surface.

How is Ceresit silicone grout applied?

Silicone grout is not recommended for use on corrosive metals and mirror tiles. Acetic acid in its composition can adversely affect such a surface.

It should also be remembered that this material does not adhere to rubber, Teflon and polyethylene surfaces.

Otherwise, the silicone composition requires the same thorough cleaning of the base from traces of old material and dirt. The seams are first filled with a polyethylene foam cord, and then rubbed with a silicone mixture. Until the composition hardens, you need to cover the surface from dust and dirt.

Hydrophobic impregnations for tiles and grout

Ceresit CT 10 Super is an impregnation that reliably protects unglazed tiles and grout from the development of bacterial plaque and fungus. In addition, tiles treated with this impregnation do not get dirty from grease and dirt, they do not absorb water.

The water-repellent agent is based on silicone. This composition is completely safe for humans. It can be used outdoors and indoors.

The composition is colorless and odorless, does not change the original color after processing

The impregnation consumption is very low - only about 1 glass per 1 m². Drying time - up to 6 hours depending on ambient temperature. The water repellent is applied with a brush or spray to the cleaned surfaces. On large surfaces, pouring is acceptable.

Tile grout Ceresit: the issue price

The cost of the material may vary in different stores, but the average prices as of March 2019 are as follows:

Mix name	Packing, kg	Average cost (as of March 2019, rubles.
Ceresit CE 33 Super	5	306
Ceresit CE 35 Super	5	375
Ceresit CE 43 Super Strong	2	299
Ceresit CE 40 Aquastatic	2	310
Ceresit CS 25	2	117
Ceresit CE 79 UltraPox	5	3700

What the reviews say about Ceresit grout

It would be dishonest to keep silent about the fact that the reviews about Ceresit grout are not always enthusiastic and satisfied. Before deciding to use it, read the opinions of practitioners. In most cases, complaints about the material are related to the mistakes of the masters themselves, as a rule, beginners. Incorrect proportions or errors in the application order - all this can lead to the fact that the mixture will crumble and stain surfaces. This is why it is so important to follow the instructions on the packaging. In conclusion, we invite you to watch a useful video on applying grout. If you have any questions or are ready to share your own experience - write in the comments!