Q. Isn’t it standard to seal new grout after it’s placed? If so, isn’t it reasonable to expect a quality construction place to do this automatically? They’ve said they don’t do that. The homeowner has ...

Grouting, caulking, and sealing are not difficult tasks, but they do take time. Don't rush these activities — they affect both the final appearance of your tiling project and its longevity. Bring all ...

Mix a cleaning solution appropriate for your floor type. A natural cleaning solution for light-colored grout can be made from warm water and mild dish soap. Alternatively, you can use a commercial ...

Those lines of grout between the tiles in your shower, on bathroom walls or in between floor tiles can get grungy and gray at times. So how can you clean up the mess? Probably the best method for ...

The lines of grout between the tiles in your shower, bathroom walls and floor tiles can get grungy and gray after a while. Refresh its appearance by cleaning and resealing. There are three major types ...

Whether you have a lot of tiled surfaces in your home or only a few small areas, you want to make sure you know how often you need to reseal your grout.

If your grout game is sloppy, you might need to scrap your tile work and start your project over. Here’s how to get it right the first time.

I get a lot of e-mails from people confused about grout. When they get to the tiling stage of their bathroom or kitchen renovation they get stuck. Or they've been living in a new home for a while and ...