Tile grout removal

[rocketmanbkk]

Afternoon Friends

i need to remove some tile grout for a chap.

Last job I did I used a grout rake as it was a small area. This is quite a lot and wanted to know about the electric grout removers for about £20?
Anyone used them?

I can't afford a Bosch it dremmell at the mo as things are quieter than quiet !

Thanks all

Rocket

 

[SimonG]

One of the worse jobs out there. I use my fein, does a half decent job but everything I've used has caused some damage.

 

[rocketmanbkk]

Yep, that's exactly what I'm worried about but I have told the custard there's no 100% guarantees.

 

[erpkid]

Fein with the diamond blade ( the one with the flat to get to the edge and in corners ). Use masking tape to protect the tile edges and take your time. I have the same job in the morning !

 

[rocketmanbkk]

Ok, I look at fein. Thanks

 

[kay-jay]

Fein with the diamond blade ( the one with the flat to get to the edge and in corners ). Use masking tape to protect the tile edges and take your time. I have the same job in the morning !

Snap.
Hate it but needs must and all that

 

[rocketmanbkk]

Fein is quite expensive

Any cheaper options for short term?

 

[TomLane]

How about the local hire shop?

Wouldn't they do something of use?

Or a mate who has a multi-tool?

 

[mjt]

The Bosch multi tool is what I use - about £60 plus £15 for the right attachment

 

[kay-jay]

I got the cel one. Very reasonably priced but i really need a spare battery

 

[rocketmanbkk]

Looks like I might go for the Bosch and got the attachment.

 

[Killy Bing]

I got the cel one. Very reasonably priced but i really need a spare battery

Is the cel stuff any good?
I think the workshop idea is a great one, able to use a drill press for tiling

 

[kay-jay]

Is the cel stuff any good?
I think the workshop idea is a great one, able to use a drill press for tiling

The multi tool seems to be. Good construction on it. Very robust. Not had it lon g but so far has saved labour time on lots of fiddly little bits.
When cutting wood etc its great but battery doesn't last to long. Its a fast charge though so a spare should sort that out.