Few things in life will inspire procrastination more than the prospect of cleaning grout. While there are some hacks like grout cleaning pens and tiny grout scrubbers that can make the cleaning ...

One reader emailed me this past week and gave me an idea for a “How Do I” article that he had a problem with – what to do with crumbling grout between tile? I am grateful to receive the suggestion. In ...

As much as we try to keep it clean, white grout inevitably gets dingy and discolored, especially in corners and along edges where water settles. That's why you need a good grout cleaner. Nothing ...

A chipped tile can be a trip hazard and you can cut your foot on the sharp edges. Chipped and broken tiles must be repaired. Dirty and crumbled grout can make your home appear unkempt. Here’s how to ...

Over the years, you may have noticed that the original color of your tile grout has changed to a darker uneven color. This can be disappointing considering how carefully you chose the color you ...

Stained grout can really sneak up on you. One minute you’re loving the fresh white grout in your picture-perfect bathroom and the next you’re wondering, "When did my bathroom start looking like the ...

I’ve got a partially sunken tub and shower that’s got a mixture of different tiles. The tub is cast-in-place concrete and was hot-mopped with asphalt to prevent water leaks. The grout between the ...

Look closely at the grout in between the patio tiles. It just needs a deep cleaning, not replacement. (Tim Carter) Analysis by Tim Carter Q: Tim, my outdoor deck is a concrete slab with gorgeous tile ...