Tile Filler Guide: Cement Grout, Epoxy Grout and Crack and Chip Fillers, Choosing by Joint Width and Area, Colour Matching, Application, Curing, Indicative Rates, Repairs and Mistakes to Avoid in Pakistan
Tile filler covers grout for joints and fillers for cracks and chips, and each needs a different product. Grout bags cost from about PKR 300 to PKR 1,200, while epoxy kits cost more. This page covers cement and epoxy grout, crack and chip fillers, choosing by joint width and area, colour matching, application, curing, rates, repairs and mistakes. For related pages see tile glue, tile cleaner and tile fixer.
Types of filler
- Cement grout. Standard for joints, available in many colours.
- Epoxy grout. Stain and water resistant, for showers and kitchens.
- Flexible sealant. For corners and movement joints.
- Crack and chip repair paste. Colour-matched compounds for small damage.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Cement grout, 1 to 5 kg | PKR 300 - 1,200 |
| Epoxy grout kit | PKR 2,500 - 8,000 |
| Silicone sealant tube | PKR 400 - 1,200 |
| Chip repair kit | PKR 500 - 2,000 |
| Grout float and sponge | PKR 200 - 700 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Choosing by joint and area
Narrow joints under 3 mm need unsanded grout, wider joints need sanded grout, and wet areas benefit from epoxy. Corners and joints at fittings need flexible sealant, not rigid grout.
Colour matching
Dry grout looks lighter than wet grout, so test a small area. Neutral greys suit most tiles. Colour matching repair paste to glazed tiles is hard, so try on a spare tile first.
Application and curing
Press grout fully into joints with a rubber float, wipe the excess after a few minutes and clean haze later. Cement grout needs damp curing for a day or two. Keep traffic and water off until it is hard.
Repairs and mistakes
Remove old cracked grout with a grout saw before refilling. Mistakes include too much water, wiping too soon and grouting before adhesive has cured. Fitting should be done by a trained fixer, and the wall or floor checked for level, dryness and strength first.
What to check before buying
- Joint width. Grout type matches
- Colour. Tested dry
- Wet areas. Epoxy or sealed grout
- Curing. Time allowed
Before you decide
Choose grout by joint width and area, test colour dry and protect while it cures. Ask for the grout's water resistance and stain rating on the pack, and avoid mixing leftover grout with fresh batches. Small batches mixed more often give a more even colour across large areas, and a damp sponge used lightly leaves cleaner joints. Keep spare tiles from the same batch and note the shade code, since matching a tile later from a different batch is difficult. Ask the seller for written size, grade and return terms, view samples in the room's own light and compare total cost per square foot including fixing, not tile price alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
A grout or repair compound used to fill joints, cracks or chips. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative retail rates run from about PKR 300 to 1,200 for cement grout and more for epoxy. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Epoxy or well-sealed grout. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Remove the old grout first. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Wrong mix, rigid grout at movement joints or movement. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
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