Here's how to remove old grout.Removing old grout and regrouting can be a difficult, time consuming process. There are basically two ways you can remove old grout.You can do it the old-fashioned way, by hand using a triangular grout removal tool, or you can use a power tool (an ...
It deals withdamaged groutin addition to teachinghow to grout. So if you only need to grout tiles, then ignore the parts aboutremoving tile groutand only follow the steps on grouting tiles. The practise is exactly the same whether you are grouting tiles from scratch or repairing old tile gr...
Car Seat Stains: For small stains in car upholstery, try giving it a shot of shaving cream to lift the stain. Test small area first for color fastness. Here are a few quick step-by-step tutorials showing how to clean a deep freeze, ceiling fans and lampshades. I’ll be adding more t...
▢ Bathroom Caulk in Matching Color waterproof, non-paintable ▢ Paper Towels ▢ Latex or Nitrile Gloves Instructions Remove the Old Caulk Remove the old caulk using the caulk remover tool. Use a flat scraper blade to remove all remaining traces from the surround. If the tile and surround...
Another "re-paintable" design element, one that is often overlooked, is tiling grout; Changing the color of tiling grouts can give a brand new identity to the space and visually frame the installed fixtures. In addition to the walls, cabinets, chairs, and grouts, kitchen countertops can be ...
Just a bunch of old crap Here's a trick I learned a few years ago to make tint removal much easier than just busting out the old scraper blade and using a bunch of elbow grease. Doing this yourself insures that the goon at the tint shop doesn't just tint over the old stuff (lots...
Grout between tiles tends to collect dirt and grime more than other areas of a bathtub, so it’s a great place to start scrubbing. For this step, you’ll need a grout brush or an old toothbrush and some grout cleaner. You can makehomemade grout cleanerby mixing 1/2 cup ofbaking soda...
Use a grout brush or an old toothbrush to apply the paste to the grout lines. If you're using the vinegar solution, apply a small amount of paste to an inconspicuous area to make sure the acidic vinegar doesn't stain the tile.
Though it is difficult to determine from the photograph, the junction of the back splash and the tile counter is missing grout or sealant. This typically isn’t a major issue unless the counter is sloped to the rear. In this case however, the moisture has lead to mold growth on the shee...
With the paste in a bowl, use an old toothbrush to apply it to the grout lines between the tiles in your shower. HGTV Focus on the areas you can visibly see the mold but also aim to coat areas of the shower that may be more mold-prone and mold-affected than others. This might inc...