Sir Grout Blog

Published June 12, 2020

Holes in your shower grout develop over time, especially when the grout in the shower hasn't been properly sealed or if it has been neglected for some time. The moisture in the shower is what causes the issue. Moisture can be grout's worst enemy, causing it to degrade until it begins to get holes or even crack and crumble away.

Published April 20, 2020

Cement-based grout, no matter how well it is sealed, can begin to fall apart over time because it is porous and easily absorbs liquids and other contaminants that can degrade its integrity. Unsealed cement-based grout won't last long at all and should be sealed immediately.

Published February 11, 2020

Many people notice stains on the ceiling below their bathroom or find excessive water buildup around the tub or shower area and automatically assume there is a leaking pipe or drain. That isn't necessarily the case and you don't want to rush to that conclusion and call someone to fix a problem that doesn't exist.

Published December 16, 2019

Ceramic tiles are really a beautiful addition to any area of the house. They work fine indoors and outdoors. Because they look great and are so easy to maintain, ceramic tiles are a popular choice for many homeowners. Read this article and learn the do's and don'ts of ceramic tile cleaning.

Published November 14, 2019

For many people, bleach is a go-to product for all types of cleaning. There's a pretty good reason for this. Bleach has been around and used as a cleaner for many decades, and the truth is, bleach can be an effective way to clean and disinfect but can also damage grout.

Published November 06, 2019

Grout is the material that fills in tile joints and works to keep the tiles in place and to keep moisture out. Many times you will find that grout is cement-based, which can lead to many problems. The good news is that grout can be replaced or recolored.

Published October 23, 2019

Moisture that gets behind tiles can destroy the drywall backing, it can cause rot, and it can cause the tiles to begin to fall off. Water damage can also lead to mold problems and this can be a serious health risk to your family. In this blog post you will learn how to identify and prevent water damage.

Published August 19, 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 July 11, 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 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?"