10 Sep Signs That You Need New Grout

Tiled floors and surfaces are great ways to keep a room sleek looking while maintaining a smooth area that is easy to clean. Most tiles are sealed in between by a layer of grout, which keeps all the tiles in place and allows for a slight fluctuation in the surface. Over time the dirt and dust will begin to build up, causing a need for serious grout cleaning or sometimes even replacement. It is important to know the signs of when your grout needs some work.

Sometimes your grout needs more than just a deep cleaning.

Grout cleaning can be a tricky business. Depending on the size of the tile and surface area, your grout lines can be reachable or just plain impossible to do alone. Tooth brush scrubbing on your grout can only go so far in the event of tarnished coloring. Our professional cleaners can return most grouts to the white and presentable state it was after it was first sealed. However sometimes grout cleaning won’t take care of the problem and you will be in the market for new grout.

In the event of over-shifting foundations or damaged tiles grout will begin to chip and fall out. That is the biggest give away that a new grout sealant is in need. However it is important to understand that simply grout coating over the initial layer of grout will not bond. You will end up having a thin layer of grout that does not stick to the old grout below and the new seal will chip away quickly. Have a grout cleaner, or take matters into your own hands with a chissel and other tools needed, and remove all the old grout down to the surface layer should you decide you are going to regrout.

Keeping a clean looking grout can really make a room shine. If the advice of cleaning professionals, like the ones here at Steamers Carpet Care, is to look into a regrouting project for your tiled area then make sure you look at the signs and tackle the project effectively. Don’t compromise the integrity of your bathroom or kitchen through sub-par grout care. To schedule your grout cleaning and consultation now, contact Steamers Carpet Care.