Sir Grout SW Florida Blog

Published March 13, 2019

When Bar Soap Residue Reacts with the Minerals in the Water and Hardens on the Surface, It Forms Ugly Stains. Removing These Blemishes Is Challenging and Requires Much Effort. Conventional Methods Won't Be Effective and Oftentimes Produce Negative Results.

Published February 26, 2019

For many homeowners, natural stone tiles are ideal for showers. Marble, granite, and travertine tiles are resilient and can withstand damages. However, as with any other tiled surface, there is a vulnerable component: grout. This is because grout is commonly cement-based and porous.

Published February 12, 2019

Most people choose neutral color schemes for their shower. They believe that choosing lighter colors for tile such as cream, gray, or white, can help a small shower look much bigger. This is because these types of tiles tend to be more reflective than dark-colored tiles.

Published January 28, 2019

Grout is an essential component for installing tiles. Primarily, grout helps hold the tiles in place, filling in the gaps. This prevents water, dirt, debris, and other agents from getting in between or under the tiles.

Published January 10, 2019

Any tiled surface needs grout to support its integrity. One of its functions is to prevent water and other liquids from leaking into the surface. This is very important to avoid structural damages and other problems.

Published December 14, 2018

Grout is a mixture of sand and cement. As a result, if not properly maintained, grout can absorb water and different kinds of bacteria, causing it to stain. Sealing grout is the best way to keep it protected from external agents.

Published December 06, 2018

A homeowner from Naples, FL took pride in the simple, yet elegant design of her master shower. To her, there were many positive things about having a white-tiled shower. The small ceramic tiles made the space appear wider, and the color made the bathroom look pristine.

Published November 21, 2018

Most people don't realize that while soap is associated with cleanliness, there are circumstances when it can cause stains. These stains are known as soap scum. Unaware of this, a young man who'd recently left home to live on his own, began to see stains in his shower.

Published November 12, 2018

The shower is a place many homeowners want to keep clean and spotless at all times. Having a pristine, healthy, and hygienic shower offers many benefits for the owners. In an unblemished environment, stress levels can be relieved by relaxing after a long day of work.

Published October 27, 2018

Everyone wants their bathroom to be as clean as possible, especially because this is the place where people take a relaxing shower after a long day of work. The last thing they want is to be surrounded by dirt and unsanitary conditions while doing it.