In case you are renovating the tiles of your bathroom or a new kitchen backsplash, you might be worrying: “How long does it take for grout to dry?”
Approximately the grout takes 24-72 hours on average, while exact drying time depends upon the type of grout, humidity levels.
Note: You should let the grout dry for at least the number of hours stated in the product label. However, the longer you wait the better.
Factors That Impact the Drying Time of Grout
1. Type of Grout:
a. Cementitious Grout usually takes 72 hours on average to dry. It is generally used for residential projects. It has a sand texture. Mix it with water, make a paste. Use a flat towel to evenly apply the grout. A water-retentive additive in the Cementitious Grout keeps the grout moist. This slows down the drying time and ensures maximum hardness.
b. Epoxy Grout has an average drying time of 24 hours. Epoxy Grout is resistant to stains, cracks, chemicals, and weather changes. This is one of the many reasons, it is used for tiles that will be exposed to harsh materials like acid and grease.
c. Furan Grout takes 24 hours to dry. It is similar to epoxy in some manner, but it is made using polymers of fortified alcohol. Similar to epoxy, it has good durability and resistance. It has a thermosetting resin that resists high temperature and strong chemicals, making it perfect to be used in labs, breweries, meatpacking plants, and commercial kitchens.
2. Humidity:
The drying time of grout is affected by the changes in humidity level. For example, grout lines will require more time to dry in a bathroom than in the kitchen, as the level of moisture and humidity is the most in the bathroom. Grout often takes more time to dry in tropical climates as compared to desert climates. So, there is not a perfect answer to the question “How long does a premixed grout take to dry”.
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