Blog Posts About Cleaning

Published August 02, 2022

Stone has been used for decades in homes. Some sources suggest that granite was used as far back as ancient Egypt and was known to grace expensive homes in the 1920s. Learn some care tips for stone countertops.

Published July 08, 2022

Bleach is used everywhere, from whitening our clothes to cleaning our bathrooms. But using it as your everyday hard surface cleaner can gradually damage your grout. Learn why here.

Published May 25, 2022

Like any material, heavy traffic, improper cleaning methods or products, and no maintenance can cause your ceramic tiles to look lifeless or even degrade them over time. Let's take a look at how to clean ceramic tiles and keep them in the best shape once they've been cleaned.

Published April 10, 2022

Unfortunately, one of the most common reasons homeowners seek out our professional stone cleaning and 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 January 25, 2022

At a glance, grout complements the way tiles look. But when they're dirty, it can easily ruin the overall appearance of your home. Keeping your grout maintained and cleaned is vital for its health and yours to some degree.

Published December 17, 2021

One of the biggest problems with grout is that much of it is cement-based, which means the product is porous. Cement-based grout needs to be sealed to keep it from absorbing moisture, dirt, and other external elements that can cause it to become discolored and very hard to clean.

Published July 07, 2021

Mold grows in warm, damp areas where there is little to no circulation in the air. Tiles and grout are especially susceptible to the formation of mold, especially in bathrooms, kitchens, and anywhere that supports the conditions we mentioned. Proper grout sealing and maintenance are the best way to prevent issues with mold.

Published September 10, 2020

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 July 02, 2020

Most cleaning products are simply not designed for tile and grout. Having the wrong cleaning routine can ruin your floor. This can be caused by using floor cleaners that are not designed for tiles, such as bleach, ammonia, and acid-based cleaners.

Published April 16, 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.