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Ways You May Accidentally Be Ruining Your Tile

By Grout Medic Denver | 12-26-2019

Tiles are a beautifully durable and popular option for flooring, bathroom walls, and backsplashes, but you probably already know that. Most homes today have at least some tile in them. Even though tiles are quite tough, that does not mean they are impervious to everything. In fact, you may personally be damaging your tile unknowingly. The Grout Medic of Denver is here to tell you how.

Ignoring Missing Caulk

Especially when it comes to the bathroom, caulking is extremely vital. Caulking works to keep water away from sensitive areas. If water is able to sneak behind your tiles, it will compromise the backing and loosen your tiles and cause your grout to crumble. So, do not neglect your caulking. Make it a priority to redo it every so often.

Not Sweeping Often

The biggest problem with dirt comes along with heavy traffic. Grit and debris can be grinded into your tile causing the finish to wear off and eventually scratch the surface. Delay the wear and tear of your tile by having a regular sweeping routine.

Using Harsh Chemicals

Cleaners that contain chemicals like bleach and ammonia can have a negative effect on your tile. They can dull the finish and discolor your grout color. Try to avoid them altogether. Use a mild all-purpose cleaner instead.

Letting Spills Sit

Tile that has not been sealed recently, along with grout is very porous. Acidic substances like lemon juice and tomato sauce can work quickly to erode and cause etches on your tiles. Deeply colored things like coffee and red wine can stain your grout especially. You can combat the negative effects of any spills by simply cleaning them up as soon as it happens.

Using Abrasive Tools

Abrasive tools like steel wool may be tempting to use against stubborn grime but think twice. Abrasive tools such as steel wool or aggressive powders will only wreak havoc on your tile finish. Leaving it open to staining and pitting.

Ultimately, tile is durable and will last you almost an eternity if you care for it properly. If you see that your grout needs attention, or if it has been a while since you last sealed your tile, give The Grout Medic a call today! We are your friendly, neighborhood tile and grout professionals. We can repair your tile and grout at just a fraction of what it would cost to replace it.

Ice Melt and Its Effect on Tile and Grout

By Grout Medic Denver | 12-12-2019

Your home is an important investment and no doubt you want to keep your home in the best shape possible. It shows that you care about one of the biggest investments you have ever made. Tile and grout are a common flooring in homes. Typically, they are in the entrance, kitchen, or bathrooms which means that they are prone to high traffic. No matter what time of year it is, high traffic areas call for more care and attention to keep them in good condition. This is especially the case when it’s winter due to all the ice melt. The Grout Medic is your professional in tile cleaning and repairs and want to help you understand what ice melt does to your tile and grout. As well as what you can do to prevent it.

The Effects of Ice Melt

As you walk through your front or garage door you are bringing in everything that your shoes have walked on. During winter, ice melt gets into the home whether we like it or not. When this happens though you’re allowing this chemical to damage your tile. These chemicals eat away at the tile finish and if that weren’t enough, it even does more damage to your grout. Constantly walking on it causes it to work its way down into the grout to the subfloor and weaken the bond that it has with the tile.

What Can You Do?

There are preventative measures that you can take when it comes to reducing the amount of ice melt that gets into your home. The first thing is to take your shoes off at the door and place them on a rubber mat. The other is to make sure that you clean your tile and grout so that it doesn’t have the chance to do such damage. Your tile and grout will do better when cleaning is a regular occurrence. At least once a week will help to prevent a lot of damage from happening.

If your tile and grout is already suffering from damage though, you don’t have to keep living with it. We can clean and repair any tile and grout. Whether you have a loose tile, your grout is loose, falling out or just dirty, we can help! The Denver Grout Medic is your professional tile and grout expert! Give us a call today for a free home evaluation!