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QUICK & EASY HOME TILE REPAIRS

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You actually can't take looking at that cracked tile or loose shower grout anymore.....
I don't blame you. Many well needed home improvements like tile & grout repairs which are very simple to fix stay untouched for months and even years.I am speaking from experience.
It doesn't happen often but when I have a home improvement that needs repair such as a cracked tile......It's not the first thing on my list of things to do.

BATHROOM TILE REPAIRS

Bathroom Tile Repairs can linger forever. You noticed the tile months ago but you just never got around to fixing that cracked tile. A simple phone call to a repair man and this could be finished but for some reason it just slips past your mind or just don't have time to coordinate the repair man to get to your home. In less than 1 hour, you can have that tile replaced, fixed and at last one less thing to do around the house.
Why do these type's of repairs that seem to linger forever, linger forever?
You notice them, I notice them but for some strange reason we just let it sit there and remain untouched....unfixed
Some times for days, sometimes for months, sometimes for years.
Replacing and repairing tile isn't exactly one of my favorite thinks to do. I don't wake up in the morning and say "what a beautiful day...I think I'm going to fix some tile".
It's actually the exact opposite.
Well if you are the same, I'm going to try to change that attitude..... Let's try to get that tile repair done with.
Below,I am going to provide you with some tools and information along with video tutorial to make your tile repair a bit easier.

A How To "Tile Changing" video

Here's a simple instructional video that will show you how to change a standard tile.....Take a look
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That Looked Easy Enough

Here's another instructional video showing how to make a grout repair. Many times the grout between the tile falls out, discolors or gets loose. You don't want this grout issue to go unfixed. Water can seep between the tile and then into the wall. Mold can grow and then it will become a much bigger problem. This video will give you an idea of how to fix it in the early stages which takes only minutes.
Take a look

HOW TO MAKE A GROUT REPAIR

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TOOLS NEEDED TO CHANGE YOUR WALL OR FLOOR TILE

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ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR EYES

Always take precaution. When making any type of repair, use your eye protection. Don't take a chance with a possible eye injury. Even a simple tile removal can result in eye injuries. Eye protection will eliminate those risks.
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OTHER PROTECTIVE GEAR

You can never be over protected. Using gloves will protect your hands from cuts and scrapes. These unwanted injuries are easily avoided with glove protection. Eliminate any dust inhalation with these dust masks. When you are finished, just toss in the waste.

GLOVES & MASKS

The masks and gloves will do the job. Protect your self whenever possible.
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HERES A LIST OF THE TOOLS NEEDED.

These tools will be needed to complete the tasks.

Grout Scrapers

I have listed the ones that I like to use. They are all cheap and do the job well.
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PRYBARS

Every home or apartment needs a pry bar. When you are removing the tile just get the corner of the pry bar under the cracked tile and start to lift. The tile will come up very easily if done right.
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HAMMERS

When banging on the tile to crack it into more pieces, you will need a hammer. Also as you use your pry bar, hit it with the hammer to make your job a bit easier.
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TROWELS

After you used your pry bar to remove the tile and scrape the old removed cement or thin set, when you reapply the new thin set, pick one of these trowels to lay down your new thin set coating as shown in the video.
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As you can see, I have listed all the needed tools and safety equipment.

Here are a few more items

You will need this thinset to re apply the tile.

The thin sets listed here are already mixed. That means you just need to open the can and dip the trowel inside and get a small amount on your trowel. Then reapply for the new tile repair as shown.
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Grout Colors

These common grout colors are easy to apply. Just add water,mix to a loose paste texture and apply. For your tile repair, I have listed 3 of the most commonly used grouts. White, grey and tan are used most often. Which color do you need?
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YOU WILL NEED A BUCKET TO MIX THE GROUT WITH WATER

Take a look at the listed buckets below.

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LET ME ADD A FEW MORE ITEMS

These items will be needed when you are doing either your grout repair or tile switch out.

PROTECT YOUR BATHROOM WITH A TARP OR DROP CLOTH

Covering the surrounding area and protecting it will eliminate any possible problems caused by flying debris or even falling material. Using aa tarp or drop cloth also minimizes your clean up afterwards.
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HERE ARE A FEW MORE ITEMS THAT WILL HELP YOU ALONG.

If you don't have a big grout repair, you can use these items to make the repair a bit easier.

QUICK FIX GROUT REPAIR PRODUCTS

Use these items if you have a small piece of grout that needs to be repaired. The grout may be cracked or it could have even fallen out. Take a look....
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THESE GROUT MARKERS CAN MAKE YOUR TASK A LOT EASIER

I have used these grout markers. They are incredibly easy. Just go over the old grout with the marker and as you make a pss,the marker iscoating the grout with a fresh color. Makes the grout look brand new.

HERE ARE SOME GROUT MARKERS TO CHOOSE FROM

Again, Grey, white are the two most popular.Here I threw in almond as well.
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I HOPE THIS INFORMATION HAS HELPED.

If you need too, review the videos a few times so that you get a better understanding of what exactly needs to be done for your tile rep

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Table of Contents

  1. BATHROOM TILE REPAIRS
  2. A How To "Tile Changing" video
  3. That Looked Easy Enough
  4. HOW TO MAKE A GROUT REPAIR
  5. TOOLS NEEDED TO CHANGE YOUR WALL OR FLOOR TILE
  6. ARE YOU HIDING FROM A HOME IMPROVEMENT JOB...LETS TAKE A POLL
  7. ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR EYES
  8. OTHER PROTECTIVE GEAR
  9. GLOVES & MASKS
  10. HERES A LIST OF THE TOOLS NEEDED.
  11. Grout Scrapers
  12. PRYBARS
  13. HAMMERS
  14. TROWELS
  15. As you can see, I have listed all the needed tools and safety equipment.
  16. You will need this thinset to re apply the tile.
  17. Grout Colors
  18. YOU WILL NEED A BUCKET TO MIX THE GROUT WITH WATER
  19. Amazon
  20. LET ME ADD A FEW MORE ITEMS
  21. PROTECT YOUR BATHROOM WITH A TARP OR DROP CLOTH
  22. HERE ARE A FEW MORE ITEMS THAT WILL HELP YOU ALONG.
  23. QUICK FIX GROUT REPAIR PRODUCTS
  24. THESE GROUT MARKERS CAN MAKE YOUR TASK A LOT EASIER
  25. HERE ARE SOME GROUT MARKERS TO CHOOSE FROM
  26. I HOPE THIS INFORMATION HAS HELPED.
  27. OUR AUTHOR RESOURCE BOX:
  28. Wired News
  29. My Lenses

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