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Call (905) 270-2959Stone care glossary · Grout, tile & installation
Grout is the material that fills the joints between tiles.
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Definition
Cement-based grout absorbs water and dirt. Over time it can crack, discolour, or grow mould in wet areas.
Why it matters
Dirty grout makes a whole floor or shower look dirty, and damaged grout lets water in.
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Next steps
Stone problem
Stained, mouldy, or crumbling grout in showers and wet areas, cleaned or replaced, recaulked, and sealed to keep water out.
Stone problem
Stone dulled by ground-in dirt, soap film, and old coatings, deep cleaned so polishing and sealing can do their job.
Service
Clean, regrout, recaulk, and reseal showers and tile.
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Sealers that slow staining on stone and grout.
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Grout sealer soaks into grout so it absorbs less water and dirt.
Grout, tile & installationSilicone caulk is a flexible sealant for joints where tile or stone meets another surface.
Grout, tile & installationEfflorescence is a white, powdery salt deposit left when water moves through stone, masonry, or grout.
FAQ
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Send us a photo. We'll tell you whether it's etching, a stain, wear, or something structural, and quote the repair.
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