How to fix gap between tiles due to cement erosion?

[dbase92000]

Hi Team,

How do I fix the gap forming between tiles, which is my pool surround? The cement between tiles are eroding. I tried to upload some photos but is giving me error message.

Thank you

[EricL]

Hello @dbase92000 

Thanks for sharing your question about your tiles. Please send your photos to workshop@bunnings.com.au and write a short description at what we're looking at. I'll be more than happy to post the photos for you. Once our members have assessed the cement erosion you are describing, we'll be able to offer recommendations on what you can do repair the issue.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[dbase92000]

[JacobZ]

Hi @dbase92000,

Thank you for the photos showing the eroded grout between your pool tiles.

You're going to have to use a grout saw to remove whatever grout is left in the gaps, then top up the gap with new grout. Make sure you vacuum out the old grout once it has been broken up with the grout saw.

Ideally, you would replace this grout with epoxy grout such as this Dunlop 3.25kg Slate Grey Easy Clean Epoxy Grout Kit, as it is the best grout for use around pools, however, unfortunately, it only comes in larger sizes and once mixed, it must be used.

For this reason, I'd suggest using Dunlop Ready-To-Go Coloured Grout in a colour of your choice and then sealing it with Dunlop Grout Sealer.

Let me know what you think and if you have further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Jacob

[dbase92000]

Thank you Jacob.