Sanded vs unsaded tile grouts

Question

What exactly are the differences between sanded and unsanded tile grouts and what scenarios do each suit?

Dan · Answer

Sanded grout has a smoother look and tends to be for small tiles or big floor tiles in my opinion and unsanded grout I would use on a light larger wall tile especially in bathrooms

Marian · Answer

Is not point to be sanded put the grout on gaps and just clean the tiles after !!

Gary · Answer

Sanded is quite gritty compared to your powdered grouts . Only really suitable for wider joints

Greg · Answer

Sanded can be gritty its more for bigger jouits 4 mm or bigger

Matthew · Answer

Sanded grouts are course and rough. Usually used on floor tiles with large joints or handmade kitchen tiles that usually require large joints. Sanded grouts are less common.
Unsanded grouts are smooth and look more modern. Larger joints can now be tiled with advancements in technology. These are the most common grouts in modern tiling.

Sanjar · Answer

Sanded grout is less prone to cracking and is highly durable. Unsanded grout is subjected to cracks when used for flooring options subjected to heavy pressure. Sanded grout tends to be easy to DIY since it is used where surface scratches are not a concern. Unsanded grout is used for easily scratchable surfaces

Harry · Answer

sanded grout is more suitable for floor tiles unsanded grout for walls

Kristen · Answer

Sand based suits better for floors as they dont discolour as much, the chalkier grouts for walls.

Andy · Answer

ou can easily work unsanded grout into a large grout joint, it won't perform well in joints larger than 1/8 inch, as it has a tendency to crack and shrink

Leeanne · Answer

sanded grouts are commonly used for outdoors as it is a water resistant grout.
unsanded grouts used indoors for most tiles is a waterproof grout.

Sanded vs unsaded tile grouts

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