regrout
Replace tile filler
To regrout is to apply new grout to tile joints, typically after removing old, cracked, or discolored grout.
Bathroom and kitchen tiles often need regrouting after years of moisture exposure: We had to regrout the shower when mold started growing in the old grout lines.
Fired clay material
- porcelainTranslucent fired clay
- mosaicInlaid pictorial arrangement
- backsplashKitchen wall covering
- showerWater spray for bathing
bathroom · kitchen · floor · wall · subway tile · joints · gaps · spacers
Grinding bowl or binder
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- thinsetCement-based tile adhesive
silicone · adhesive · polyurethane · acrylic · latex · cement · sand · polymer
Repair or solution
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- mendRestore after damage
- patchMaterial covering damage
- refurbishRestore worn items
refresh · renew · resurface · redo · reapply · touch up · fill in · replace
Flat blade for spreading
- spongeAbsorbent cleaning material
- spatulaFlat-bladed kitchen tool
- mixing paddleTool for blending ingredients
- scraperTool for removing buildup
applicator · squeegee · bucket · mixing · spreading · wiping · smoothing · finishing
Impervious to moisture
- sealAuthentication stamp or mark
- protectKeep from harm
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- moistureSmall amounts of liquid
leakproof · weatherproof · water-resistant · cure · dry time
ceramic
Fired clay material
- porcelainTranslucent fired clay
- mosaicInlaid pictorial arrangement
- backsplashKitchen wall covering
shower · bathroom · kitchen · floor · wall · subway tile · joints · gaps · spacers · edges
mortar
Grinding bowl or binder
thinset · silicone · adhesive · polyurethane · acrylic · latex · cement · sand · polymer · colorant
fix
Repair or solution
refurbish · refresh · renew · resurface · redo · reapply · touch up · fill in · replace · repair
trowel
Flat blade for spreading
- spongeAbsorbent cleaning material
- spatulaFlat-bladed kitchen tool
- mixing paddleTool for blending ingredients
scraper · applicator · squeegee · bucket · mixing · spreading · wiping · smoothing · finishing · pressing
waterproof
Impervious to moisture
moisture · leakproof · weatherproof · water-resistant · cure · dry time