Sir Grout Blog

Published September 11, 2019

While using a high-quality grout for your tile projects can certainly help extend the life of your grout, chances are good that the grout in your home will eventually be in need of repair. Some of these repairs are called tile re-grouting, which simply means putting new grout in your tile.

Published August 02, 2019

Grout is an essential element of tile installations. Maybe the grout is old and starting to deteriorate or you just want to change its color. Learn some of the reasons why you may want to remove old grout and regrout tile with new grout and how to do it.

Published July 24, 2019

Grout is a product that many people don't consider when cleaning their surfaces. Beyond the normal cleaning routines like sweeping, mopping, or wiping down surfaces, grout lines receive little to no additional attention. Learning how to clean grout is one way you can keep the grout between your tiles in the best shape possible.

Published June 21, 2019

Unfortunately, one of the most common reasons homeowners seek out our professional stone cleaning ans sealing services is the use of inappropriate cleaning products. It is not until the stone is damaged that people ask "what can I use to clean natural stone?"

Published May 03, 2019

Grout has become a trend in recent years. Gone are the days when grout was nothing more than a utilitarian element in tile and mosaic installations. In fact, the color of the grout can make a drastic difference in the way a tile installation looks and we are teliing you how it can be changed.

Published April 05, 2019

One of the biggest problems with grout is its tendency to crack and even crumble away. This can happen for a variety of reasons, and when it does, you get the opposite effect of what you intended. Instead of a beautiful tile focal point that enhances the beauty of your home, what you get is an unsightly mess.

Published February 11, 2019

Some people pay little to no attention to the state of their caulk and grout, however, when the fixtures surrounding tubs, showers, sinks, and backsplashes are moldy, peeled, or cracked, you should immediately take action to prevent further damage that can result in costly repairs.

Published January 09, 2019

Most homeowners love to show off the impeccable appearance of their and use DIY cleaning recipes to make this possible. Nevertheless, some aren't aware of the possible consequences of using such methods.

Published August 21, 2018

Most people do not know the difference between grout and caulk and some of them even think it is the same thing and use these terms interchangeably. When starting a new caulking project we are often asked: "what is the difference between grout and caulk?"

Published July 17, 2018

As the trainer and founder of Sir Grout, a national hard surface restoration franchise, I have installed hundreds of caulk lines and have seen even more installed while training dozens of franchise owners and their technicians to perform our high-quality caulking service.