Bathroom Tiling Grout

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Apologies for posting again, previous question failed to get moderated …

Looking to grout a small en-suite corner wall where the shower tray will be… any advice for the best / most suitable type of grout to use : Acrylic, epoxy or cement? Or any other alternative. Thanks in advance

Thomas · Answer

All depends on your budget. Epoxy is best..however can be tricky to clean off..

Stuart · Answer

Hi

We use epoxy as it seems to hold its colour a lot longer than other types.

Farid · Answer

1. Epoxy Grout – Best for showers
	•	Pros: Extremely durable, waterproof, stain-resistant, and doesn’t crack or shrink. Ideal for wet areas like showers.
	•	Cons: More expensive, trickier to apply (sets quickly), and can be messy if you’re not used to it.

Best if you want long-term performance and don’t mind a bit of extra effort during application.

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2. Cement-Based Grout (with additive/sealer)
	•	Pros: Cheap, easy to work with, widely available.
	•	Cons: Porous—needs sealing to prevent water and mildew issues. Can crack or shrink over time.
	•	Tip: Go for sanded if joints are >1/8” wide, unsanded if thinner.

Decent for budget jobs, but not ideal for constantly wet areas unless sealed really well.

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3. Acrylic Grout
	•	Pros: More flexible than cement, easier than epoxy, mold/mildew resistant, good for wet areas.
	•	Cons: Not quite as tough or stain-proof as epoxy, and usually more expensive than cement.

Good middle ground—easier to apply than epoxy, better performance than plain cement.

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