How to Grout Tiles (2026): Step by Step, Joint Sizes, Colours and Tile Grout Price in Kenya

Oct 18, 2026

Buy More Mall Kenya

Grout fills the joints between tiles, locks them together and keeps water and dirt out. Good grouting makes cheap tiles look expensive; poor grouting makes good tiles look tired within months.

Quick answer: Wait until the tile adhesive has set (usually 24 hours), clean out the joints, mix grout to a smooth paste, press it diagonally into the joints with a rubber float, wipe off the excess with a damp sponge after 10–20 minutes, then buff off the haze. Keep floors dry and off-limits for about 24 hours. Use 2–3 mm joints on walls and 3–5 mm on floors. Tile grout costs from KSh 100 per pack on Buy More Mall.

Tile Grout and Spacers on Buy More Mall

Tile Grout-Beige – price in Kenya — Tile Grout-Beige
**KSh 100**

Tile Grout-Cream – price in Kenya — Tile Grout-Cream
**KSh 130**

Tile Grout-Grey – price in Kenya — Tile Grout-Grey
**KSh 100**

Tile Grout-White – price in Kenya — Tile Grout-White
**KSh 100**

Trowel Juakali Big – price in Kenya — Trowel Juakali Big
**KSh 160**

Spirit Level Reg Long – price in Kenya — Spirit Level Reg Long
**KSh 200**

Silicone Gp 2.0 (White) – price in Kenya — Silicone Gp 2.0 (White)
**KSh 350**

Some photos are reference images of the product type, used under open licences. Image credits are on each product page.

Product	Use	Price
Tile Grout-White	White grout: bright walls, white tiles	KSh 100
Tile Grout-Grey	Grey grout: floors, hides dirt	KSh 100
Tile Grout-Beige	Beige: warm and wood-look tiles	KSh 100
Tile Grout-Cream	Cream: cream and beige tiles	KSh 130
Tile Spacer	Spacers for even joints	KSh 50
Spirit Level Reg Long	Checking level	KSh 200

Which Joint Size and Colour?

Area	Joint width	Good colour choice
Wall tiles (kitchen, bathroom)	2–3 mm	White or matching tile colour
Floor tiles (house)	3–5 mm	Grey or beige: hides dirt
Outdoor / large tiles	5 mm+	Grey
Shower floors	3–5 mm	Grey; add silicone at the wall corners

Step by Step: How to Grout Tiles

Wait for the adhesive to set (usually 24 hours); remove spacers.
Clean the joints of adhesive and dust.
Mix only what you can use in about 30 minutes, to a smooth, toothpaste-like paste.
Apply with a rubber float held at 45°, moving diagonally across the joints.
Pack the joints full; work in small areas.
Wipe with a damp (not wet) sponge after 10–20 minutes, again diagonally.
Buff the dry haze off with a clean cloth after it dries.
Cure: keep floors dry and off-limits for about 24 hours; showers longer.

How Much Grout Do I Need?

It depends on tile size, joint width and depth: small tiles with wide joints use far more grout than large tiles with narrow joints. For an average bathroom floor with 40×40 cm tiles and 3 mm joints, a few kilograms is usually enough; ask the seller with your room size and tile size.

Corners and edges: use silicone, not grout, where walls meet floors, baths or basins. Those joints move and grout cracks there. See how to apply silicone sealant.

Can You Grout the Same Day?

Normally no. Grouting before the adhesive sets can move tiles and trap moisture. Some rapid-set adhesives allow same-day grouting; follow the adhesive pack.

Worked Example: Re-Grouting a Kitchen Splash-Back

A family scrapes out cracked, stained grout from a kitchen splash-back with a grout rake, vacuums the joints, applies white grout, wipes and buffs it, and seals the worktop edge with clear silicone. The splash-back looks new for the cost of a pack of grout.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Grouting before the adhesive has set.
Using too much water when mixing or wiping.
Leaving the haze to harden for days.
Grouting corners that should be siliconed.

Not sure which one fits? Send us your details on WhatsApp or through the product page and we will help you choose.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is tile grout in Kenya?

From KSh 100 per pack on Buy More Mall.

How long does grout take to dry?

Surface dry in hours; allow about 24 hours before walking on floors or using showers.

What size gap for tiles?

2–3 mm for walls, 3–5 mm for floors.

Can tile grout be used as adhesive?

No; use tile adhesive to fix tiles and grout only for joints.

What grout colour hides dirt?

Grey or beige on floors.

Prices shown are regular prices on Buy More Mall. Many products are currently on offer, so open the product page to see today's price.

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