Actual finished grout spaces will vary from 1 8 to 1 4 if 3 16 spacers are used.
Slate wall tile grout size.
In addition your layout could use a variety of different sizes.
Rating is not applicable for natural stone.
Length x 3 8 in.
Most floor tiles are 8 inches by 8 inches but larger versions are available.
Because of this minimizing the width of grout lines is advisable keeping it down.
Grade 1 first quality natural stone slate tile for floor wall and countertop use 12 in.
If smaller spacers like 1 8 are used it will accentuate the size difference of handmade tile.
For cementitious grout joints smaller than 1 8 generally should only be grouted with unsanded grout and joints of 1 8 and larger should only be grouted with sanded grout.
Width x 24 in.
Tile can be laid out straight or set on a diagonal.
Special types such as slate or quarry tiles often do not have edges uniform enough to look good with tight spacing.
Joints larger that 3 8 usually need a more heavily sanded grout to accommodate the large joint.
Grout including sealed grout tends to wear more quickly than tile and become more porous and prone to staining.
On a vertical surface you generally won t want to go larger than 12 x 12 inch tiles.
Thick natural finish with a low sheen and random variation in tone p e i.
Sanded and unsanded grouts are usually sufficient for residential uses but many homeowners and builders are moving completely away from it.
Generally unsanded grout is used for tile applications with narrower grout joints from 1 16 to 1 8.
Note that using the smallest grout possible will increase installation time.
The additional structure of sanded grout is needed for wider grout joints from 1 8 to 5 8 and some even can go as wide as 1.
Grout lines for floor tiles as a general rule floor tiles should have grout lines of 1 8 inch or larger depending on the type and size of tile.