1) Wipe warm water onto the grout stained tile. 2) Using 400 grit wet/dry sandpaper, gently scrub the area while regularly reapplying warm water. 3) Repeat as necessary, and wipe clean when finished. Depending on the severity of the grout stain, you may need to use special grout stain...
Rich is using Mapei Keracolor S which is a cementitious grout with a polymer additive. The additive helps the grout dry harder and resist stains. This is a sanded grout, and Fred & Kim selected a grayish color. Pro-Tip:Sanded grout is appropriate for tile joints 1/8″ to 1/2″ wide....
If you're going to do a DIY tile job, you'll have to grout it, and that means you have to know how to grout tile and — depending on the type of grout you use — how to mix grout. Not all types of grout need mixing. Acrylic- and urethane-based grouts come premixed and are r...
When cleaning the tiles, wipe over the grout joints on a diagonal, do not follow the grout lines with your sponge, you will remove grout from within your grout joints, lightly wiping the slate tiles on a diagonal causes you to keep almost level with the top of the tile. Use clean water...
How to Clean Your Grout So Your Tile Looks Its Best
If you’ve always wanted to tackle a DIY grout project but weren’t sure where to start, this guide is for you. A few things to consider before rolling your sleeves up and getting started include what type of project you’re undertaking: setting down new tile from scratch or regrouting...
Cleaning tiles and grout isn’t just about the type of tile cleaner you use; it’s also about the methods you employ for getting the stains out. The best way to lift the maximum amount of dirt and grime is to apply a solution and give it enough time to soak in and work, before sc...
The tile took on a whole new look after grouting: The next step is to caulk any seams. Here is what you’ll need: Tile caulk Caulk tool FrogTape Caulk gun Paper towel to wipe excess caulk from the tool as you go The same company that makes the grout I used also makes a tile caul...
When it comes to dancing or cleaning tile, Scrubby knows how to get in the groove like nobody’s business. Here’s how it’s done. UseScrubbing Bubbles®Bathroom Disinfectant Bathroom Grime Fighter Aerosolto go to work, deep down, in between bathroom tiles and remove 100% of soap scum....
Step 7: Grouting Tile Joints Grouting the joints is one of the last steps before the tile install is complete, and it really brings the tile together. This article shares how Jim and Richgrout tile jointsincluding what tools and materials they use and a lot of pro tips. ...