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Thanks guys. I have also read elsewhere the premix grout is not a good idea. I have considering ripping that out to give myself a better shot and putting in epoxy or mix grout with additives. Thoughts?

Did you have a water barrier installed?

Sounds good. I have already grouted with Mapei premixed premium grout. I would am not opposed to regrouting in the future. Should i be concerned for my wood behind the tile? The studs and subfloor?

Awesome, so realistically I'll be fine for a long while? Itthankfully isn't over just drywall or plywood. What do you suggest sealing it with? I put many hours into this and want it to last at least 10 years (all i plan to live at my location). I used rather large tiles, roughly 20" by 7", and...

Hello all, So I just finished tiling my bathroom surround and it looks great, but I just realized I didn't do any water barrier protection. I used backer board and put the tile right up against it. I feel really stupid right now. I am looking into hydrophobic grout sealants. Is this a...

Thanks for the advice, should I lay fabric in the trench before I lay the stone and pipe? And what is the poly sheeting? One more question regarding the interior- I understand it would stop the swelling, but wouldn't it increase settling? Running water carrys setiment into your basement...

Thanks for the input. I never considered id have a chance f making it worse by putting water whwre I don't want it with the downspouts. I'll definitely use a two pipe system for that. I think I have a good shot at the rear of the house but I agree that the drainage around the garage may not do...

Hey guys first time poster. I bought a house about a year ago and I have some water infiltrating my basement during rain. Nothing the drain and a dehumidifier cant handle on moat occasions. I'm concerned for the long term problems. I'm entertaining the idea of placing drainage tile roughly 3...