Grout Nitty Gritty

I got the grout applied to one of the platforms today. I think I might need more grout than what I have left to do the other one so I will wait on it. Home Depot run! I love that place. The label on the grout said wait 4 hours to wipe off the tiles. My Home Improvement book said wipe off soon after it is applied. I followed the label. Next time, I will take the book's advice. We got the excess off but it took a lot of elbow grease! That is one thing I like about DIY projects...I am always learning something new. Even if it is the hard way sometimes!

The grout is actually a sandstone color and is darker than appears in this pic.