Blog Posts About Tile

Published July 27, 2022

Moving into a newly built home is a rewarding experience. The thing is, some homebuilders don't seal your tile, grout, or stone surfaces. Find out why and more here.

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 June 13, 2022

Tile grout is an important component of tile installation. Not only does it serve the functional job of helping keep the tiles in place, but it also serves an aesthetic value.

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 February 23, 2022

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

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 October 20, 2021

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 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 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.