Grouting
Grouting vs regrouting: which one does your tiled floor need?
The two words get mixed up constantly. One is part of laying new tiles, the other is a repair on tiles that are already down.
4 August 2026 · 4 min read
Grouting that fills every joint evenly and cleans up crisp
New tiling needs grout, and so do the gaps where it has gone missing. We pack the joints fully, tool them to a consistent depth and clean up so the tiles are the focus.
Grout does more than look tidy. It stops tile edges chipping, keeps dirt and water out of the joint and helps the surface behave as one piece. Joints packed too lightly, or left with voids, are the first place a floor starts to fail.
This service is for adding grout where it is needed: finishing new tiling, filling missing sections and topping up joints that were never fully packed. If old grout has failed along whole lines, regrouting is the better fit.
What this covers
Grouting new tiling
Full-depth packing, consistent joint width and a cleaned-down finish on floors and walls.
Filling gaps and missing sections
We clean out the gap, then fill it so it reads as a continuous line.
Colour matching
We work through colour options with you and test on an off-cut or hidden joint where we can.
Epoxy grout for tougher spots
For wet areas and heavily used surfaces we can use epoxy grout, which resists stains and water better than cement grout.
How the job runs
- 1
Check the joints
We confirm the adhesive has cured and the joints are clean, even and free of dust or spacers.
- 2
Choose the grout
Colour, type and joint width are agreed with you before any grout is mixed.
- 3
Pack and tool
Grout is worked into each joint to full depth, then tooled so lines are consistent.
- 4
Clean back
Excess is wiped off in stages, and the final haze is removed once the grout has set.
Why do it this way
- Joints filled to full depth, not skimmed on the surface
- An even line from tile to tile
- Colour chosen with you and tested where possible
- Aftercare advice so the grout stays looking good
Grouting: common questions
How long should I wait before grouting new tiles?
The adhesive needs time to go off first. The right wait depends on the adhesive and conditions. We work to the manufacturer's guidance for your job.
What is the difference between grouting and regrouting?
Grouting adds grout where there is none or where it is incomplete. Regrouting removes old grout that has failed and replaces it. Regrouting is the right call if the existing grout is crumbling or loose.
Is epoxy grout worth it?
It resists stains and water well, so it suits showers, benchtops and busy floors. It is less forgiving to apply and costs more than cement grout. We will tell you if we think it is worth it for your job.
Can I walk on a newly grouted floor?
Usually after a day for light foot traffic, but we give the exact cure time for the grout used.
What a job looks like
- Glen Waverley · Sample projectTiling a kitchen splashback and laundry floor in Glen WaverleyA bare splashback wall and a worn vinyl laundry floor were tiled with matching ceramic, finished with an even grout line.
- Footscray · Sample projectGrouting a newly tiled shower recess in FootscrayA freshly tiled shower recess was grouted with a stain-resistant product, with corners left for flexible sealant.
Often needed alongside grouting
Guides on this
Grouting
How long should regrouting last?
There is no fixed number of years. These are the factors that decide whether new grout lasts or fails early.
18 September 2026 · 4 min read
Available across Northern Melbourne, South Eastern Melbourne, Eastern Melbourne, Western Melbourne and Melbourne CBD and inner city.
Get a quote for grouting
Send a few details and we will come back with a clear, written quote. There is no charge to ask.
- Servicing Melbourne, Victoria