When Grout Cleaning Isn’t Enough

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Sam WeylandIt’s a fact, people don’t really notice the grout in-between tiles. Even though my previous articles have described every danger and health hazard that can be in the grout, the space they’re in is just really small. A lot of people just put off cleaning for a day or so, until it becomes so filthy a total grout replacement is needed.Now, about the issue of regrouting. How is it done? What type of materials do you need? This article will assume that you intend to do it yourself and will answer these questions.The first thing you need to do before planning to regrout is to make sure you do need to replace the existing ones. Discoloration may be apparent in a few of the grout, but that doesn’t mean they’re beyond hope. Surf around the internet for a few tips to clean dirty grout; there are quite a few of these online, and as I remember, I blogged about this same topic before.In general, black is a bad thing when it comes to grout. If the bathroom grout is hopelessly infested with black mold, or if pool grout has black algae, then those are very difficult to remove, and regrouting is then to be considered seriously.Removing grout involves the use of a tool called a grout saw. This works for most kitchen cases, but for big pools, use a power tool with a diamond blade to cut through it. Then, using a grout scraper, chisel off the remainder of the grout that the saw will not be able to cut. Clean out the area with a vinegar solution mixed with water, and finally vacuum the remaining pieces of grout.To apply the new grout, simply follow the instructions with the grout, and you’ll do great. Mop up the scattered and loosened grout which is all over the tiles with a moist cloth. Finito! You’ve just regrouted your tiles.

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