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When we clean our homes, we think about dusting, mopping the floor, vacuuming, washing dishes, etc. However, if we don’t clean grout, our rooms can still look dirty. Dirty grout doesn’t just look bad; it also isn’t very sanitary.

Grout easily collects moisture, dirt, crumbs, bacteria, and basically absorbs anything Lots of things could possibly touch your grout: shoes, pets, urine, food, water, poisonous chemicals, makeup, and more.

Grout is porous. Since it’s collecting all this dirt, liquids, and water, it becomes a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. Even if you mop and scrub your floors and walls meticulously, bacteria can still thrive in the grout, because it’s been so deeply absorbed.

A proper grout cleaner and sealer are the best solutions to getting rid of unsanitary and unsightly grout. You don’t want to be walking on all those germs, or having children touching tiles and putting that bacteria into their mouth. Dirt within the grout can be very difficult to clean and keep clean, but with the right grout cleaner and sealer, this process becomes a lot easier. You will spend less time cleaning the grout to restore it to a “like new” appearance. read more

Homes are made to be lived in. Whether it’s a rainy spring day or the kids were playing football on the grass, there’s a good chance mud will get trekked into your home. As you know, mud is wet and brownish/black in color. Even if you have darker floors, mud is noticeable.

Mud can be easy to wipe off tiles, but the mud can be hard to clean out of grout because it quickly absorbs into the grout lines.

Since grout is porous and usually light-colored, it will easily absorb the dark color of mud and become discolored. With the right grout cleaning and sealing products, you can clean up the mud and it will look like the mud was never there. Remember, you want to clean up mud immediately, so the mud stain is easier to clean up and disappear.

Our team at Grout Shield can help you get rid of mud stains in grout for good. A mud stain on your grout can make your kitchen or grout look old, dull, and dirty, even if you clean it regularly.

Besides getting rid of the discoloration, Grout Shield products also rid the grout of bacteria and other harmful germs that get absorbed into the grout lines over time. You never know what germs are lurking the mud that is brought into your home, and you don’t want to walk into the mud every day. read more

Have you noticed broken or chipped grout in your home? It looks terrible, right? Don’t fret! You don’t necessarily need to retile and re-grout the area, especially if the tiles are not compromised. You can actually use some of Grout Shield’s grout products with some grout and easily fill in holes, cracks and chips – this will not only save you hundreds of dollars, but it’ll save you lots of time, as well! By knowing how to fix your grout yourself and what cleaning and sealing products to use, you can have a practically brand-new looking home!

To repair grout on your own, here are a few simple steps to take to fix it without hiring a professional:

• Buy grout that matches your current grout (or as close as possible).
• Remove any loose or broken grout by using a grout saw.
• Clean the grout lines where you removed the damaged grout with some cold water and towel dry. Also, use Grout & Tile Deep Cleaner to clean the grout all over the room/area.
• Follow the grout instructions to prepare the mixture. Mix in Grout Shield’s color sealer if you want to change or match the color of your grout.
• Fill the grout lines with the grout and make sure the grout is level and straight. To do this, you use a grout float.
• Clean the tiles with a sponge or chamois of any grout that may have gotten on them by accident.

The Grout & Tile Cleaner will remove any excess dirt or grease from the old grout. This cleaner will also clean and remove any previous sealer that was on the grout. After the area is done being cleaned and has had time to dry, apply Grout Shield’s Clear Seal. This clear seal can be applied to new or older tile and grout installations. By properly sealing your grout, it will prevent it from getting stained or discolored. read more

From food to drinks, the kitchen is a messy area. Spills happen. You can drop a bottle or miss your plate. One condiment that is known for its stains is hot sauce. Not only is hot sauce spicy, it’s (usually) bright red, which can easily stain clothing, furniture, tile and grout. Hot sauce isn’t so hard to clean up and wipe off tiles, but it can be hard to clean out of grout because it absorbs into the grout lines.

Since grout is porous and usually light-colored, it will easily absorb the dark color of hot sauce and become discolored. With the right grout cleaning and sealing products, you can clean up the hot sauce and it will look like the spill never happened. Remember, you want to clean up spills immediately, so the stain is easier to clean up.

Our team at Grout Shield can help you get rid of hot sauce stains in grout for good. You’ll never know it was there! Hot sauce stains (or any stain) in your grout can make your home and grout look old and dirty, even if you clean it regularly. read more

Grout can get dirty quick if you don’t properly care for it or seal it. Also, there are many ways to incorrectly clean your grout. If your grout wasn’t sealed, your grout will look dirty, making your entire room or home look old and grimy.

With the wrong cleaners, even if you thoroughly wash and scrub grout, it still can look like you haven’t cleaned the area in years! Cleaning grout can be a pain. There is a lot of information out there about how to clean grout. Unfortunately, much of this information is misleading or just aren’t effective. Below, we will share with you some ineffective, but commonly suggested, grout cleaning products and tips, and what you should be using instead. With the right products and methods, cleaning grout can be easier than ever.

Bleach – Bleach is often suggested as a cleaning solution for discolored or dirty grout. Although bleach can lighten the grout, it usually is only a temporary fix, and usually only works with white or light-colored grout lines. Especially in the bathroom, mold and mildew will easily return to the area, despite using bleach. Bleach can damage the grout and doesn’t actually clean the area. read more