The workhorse for floors and wider joints: cement grout with fine sand for strength and shrink resistance.
Sanded grout is a mix of cement, pigment and fine sand. The sand bulks up the mixture so it does not shrink or crack as it dries in wider joints. That makes it the standard choice for floors and for wall tile with joints wider than about an eighth of an inch. It comes in a huge range of colors, is easy to find and costs less than epoxy or urethane.
Its weak point is porosity. Cement grout absorbs liquids unless sealed, and the sand gives its surface a slight texture that holds dirt. It can scratch soft or polished tile surfaces such as some marble, glass and metallic finishes. Sealing at installation and again every year or two keeps it cleaner and more resistant to stains and mildew. Properly mixed and cured, sanded grout is strong, long-lasting and easy to repair.
Strong in wide joints.
Huge range.
It is porous.
Lower cost.
Widely available.
Choose with care.
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Yes. It is porous and benefits from sealer at installation and periodically.
It can scratch soft or polished surfaces like some marble and glass. Use unsanded or epoxy there.
Grout and tile guideUnsanded GroutSmooth cement grout for narrow joints and delicate tile, with a creamy texture and a gentle touch on…Learn more 
Grout and tile guideEpoxy GroutResin-based grout that resists stains, acids and moisture and never needs sealing, with a higher price and a…Learn more 
Grout and tile guideUrethane GroutA flexible, pre-mixed grout that resists stains and cracking, a middle ground between cement and epoxy.Learn more 
Grout and tile guideGrout SealersPenetrating or topical, enhancing or natural: how sealers work, which to choose and how to know when to…Learn more Call us and we will look at every surface, test the grout and tile and give you a clear plan and a written scope for cleaning, repair or restoration.
