Cleaning grout from the edge of 1'' thick quarry tiles.

[BEdwards]

We have taken the wall out between our kitchen and dining room and would like to extend the original kitchen floor (6'' x 6'' x 1'' quarry tiles layed in the 1930's) across to meet with the dining room floor. I have obtained enough tiles from a reclaimation yard to complete the job, but am having real problems cleaning the old grout from the edges of them. I have tried chipping it off, but it is stuck fast and only succeed in chipping the tiles. Any ideas on how to shift this grout would be gratefully received.

Ben

 

[Softus]

Firstly, get the grout soaking wet. If it's not epoxy grout then this should help.

Also, some mild Hydrochloric Acid, aka brick cleaner, may do what you want.

Failing that you should seek advice from a specialist tile supplier.

 

[joe-90]

I agree that brick cleaner is the best way to remove lime.


joe