Grouting, caulking, and sealing are not difficult tasks, but they do take time. Don't rush these activities — they affect both the final appearance of your tiling project and its longevity. Bring all ...

I get a lot of e-mails from people confused about grout. When they get to the tiling stage of their bathroom or kitchen renovation they get stuck. Or they've been living in a new home for a while and ...

Q. Isn’t it standard to seal new grout after it’s placed? If so, isn’t it reasonable to expect a quality construction place to do this automatically? They’ve said they don’t do that. The homeowner has ...

I’m a remodeling contractor in the Northeast and can tell you that most bathroom remodelers do not take the time to seal tile ...

Q. As problems go I'm sure this one would seem not of great importance. However, it is a major irritant to me. We purchased a condo that has white ceramic tile floors in the bathrooms. Between the ...

Those lines of grout between the tiles in your shower, on bathroom walls or in between floor tiles can get grungy and gray at times. So how can you clean up the mess? Probably the best method for ...

Grout is both a decorative choice and a functional finishing touch after you tile — it creates a neat, finished look and helps secure your tiles in place. But what happens if you don't seal the grout ...

Q My shower stall was renovated with ceramic tile three years ago. Is it too late to seal the grout? Also, one grout joint in a corner has cracked from the floor to the ceiling. How can I fix it so it ...

Whether you have a lot of tiled surfaces in your home or only a few small areas, you want to make sure you know how often you need to reseal your grout.

Identify the type of tile in your bathroom to ensure proper cleaning. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach and vinegar, opting for pH-neutral cleaners. Regularly sweep and mop tile floors, using a baking ...