New tile and grout cleaning l.

[Munseyfibertec]

I have a job coming up on new tile and grout after construction. What would you guys recommend? I was thinking a little grout master and an SX15. Should be in and out.

 

[MikeGaure]

you really dont want too be cleaning new grout how old is it? definitely dont want too be aggressive

why is it needing cleaned?

 

[Munseyfibertec]

you really dont want too be cleaning new grout how old is it? definitely dont want too be aggressive

why is it needing cleaned?

They said they just want a good cleaning from construction dust. It a showroom floor.

 

[Dafloorman]

you really dont want too be cleaning new grout how old is it? definitely dont want too be aggressive

why is it needing cleaned?

They said they just want a good cleaning from construction dust. It a showroom floor.

I just bid on a job like that, those are pretty easy, just pay close attention to construction debris, grout haze, paint, etc etc... Soak it good with Grout Master, and hit with spinner, I would keep it between 600-800 psi.

 

[Munseyfibertec]

you really dont want too be cleaning new grout how old is it? definitely dont want too be aggressive

why is it needing cleaned?

They said they just want a good cleaning from construction dust. It a showroom floor.

I just bid on a job like that, those are pretty easy, just pay close attention to construction debris, grout haze, paint, etc etc... Soak it good with Grout Master, and hit with spinner, I would keep it between 600-800 psi.

Exactly what I was thinking. Thanks.

 

[Anderson]

Be careful on new grot
I wudnt scrub
Low heat....low pressure
Spinner only

 

[PistolPete]

As long as you're past the cure time you will be fine.
Pay close attention to the grout installation before you clean.
Get a spray bottle of water and mist the floor in several areas.
Then see what the grout looks like.
Is the color even?
I've seen / done several new construction T&G jobs where the grout was poorly installed.
Not visible under the dust and debris but voila, once it's cleaned the grout looks terrible.
And of course, it's your fault!

Set expectations up front.
Then light solution of GM at 1 scoop per gallon and 800-1200psi with a spinner is fine.
Sell them on sealing...

 

[James L.]

What type of sealer would you use on this job? Which brand?

 

[PistolPete]

I use gundlach impregnating sealer. But others use DuPont, stone tech, Cobb's. The gundlach has 20 year wear life expectancy.

 

[James L.]

I use gundlach impregnating sealer. But others use DuPont, stone tech, Cobb's. The gundlach has 20 year wear life expectancy.

Thanks!