My wife has used a number of chemicals ( of mass destruction )over 7 years to clean tiles in shower also hair products.
Has anyone been successful in removing grout from between tiles so it can be regrouted.
I do not want to just use grout pens etc
I have tried everything over the years, in the end i purchased a small tool for grout removal for less than five pounds.
It took out enough so i could skim over with fresh grout,
i know this is tedious and takes time but it does work.
I have tried all recommended products...they don't work.
Also in future i am going to use a colour then you don't get a problem.
I`ve got a Readers Digest book that suggests using car wax over new tile grout. Topped up once a year or so. I know it seems tedious but when the grout goes yellow it looks ugly.
I second the special tool as well -time consuming but havent found an alternative.
If you feel competent you can use an angle grinder with a stone cutting disc, but don't forget your PPE.
Use a Dremel drill or similar and the grinders that you can buy.
I think the Dremel idea is good, but you have to take the risk of some damage to the tiles; the Dremel can be a bit difficult to control accurately. It's what I'd use.
It will do the job but will make one hell of a mess. You might
regret using it. Snowhites idea of the grout tool is about the
only way but very work intensive. Be sure to wear knee pads.
I even use the Dremel to sand down my corn :-)
I used one once to remove a zipper!
sunnysides use of tool to scrape out grout is not so bad , i have used a similar thing purchased from b&q around 4 quid
done in sections if you have lots is quite easy i did all my bathroom with it paced myself, and did not notice the time flying by.
elbow grease is an old and tested cheap remedy and everyone has it.
I used one once to remove a zipper!
Now we know what happened to him :-)
Yes, he must have been well zippered after he joined the club.
check out toolstation. Their regrouting tools and grout is quite good on price. You will also need a sponge and bucket and something to put the grout on the wall with. The tiler I know says Forever White grout is best he has used --a bit dearer but worth it.