We’ve all heard the phrase, “When in doubt – grout.” Most times we laugh when it is mentioned, but it certainly is not a best practice in the tile industry. Grout has a specific function and when used correctly, it does a great job. Unfortunately, too many tile placers (not qualified labor) seem to be unclear where grout is to be used and where it should not to be used.
Most grouts, by nature, dry hard and function well by filling the space between the tiles, offering a designer’s dream of color, as well as the required durability. However, grout is not the product of choice when it comes to tile changing plane or meeting a dissimilar surface. This is true in both cases when tile meets the bathtub.