Blog Posts By Property Type

Published May 24, 2022

For many residents, cleaning their showers is a time-consuming and tough task. Showers surfaces are constantly used, and as a result, they deteriorate quickly. This was the case of a homeowner who was dissatisfied with the state of her shower and wanted to have it restored.

Published March 29, 2022

If there's one thing that the vast majority of people have in common, it's that no one likes dirty-looking bathrooms. Imagine just how awful it'd be going to the bathing area, a place associated with hygiene, and seeing deteriorated tiles and dingy grout lines.

Published February 23, 2022

In a competitive real estate market, it's important to offer the best of the best. To sell a property quickly, it's imperative to meet and exceed the high standards of potential buyers, offering a house that is immaculate and perfect.

Published January 31, 2022

Efflorescence is a common problem seen in showers. This chalky buildup occurs when water seeps beneath the shower floor. After seeping in, the water dissolves the minerals on the substrate, and they are drawn out of the small pores on the grout.

Published December 17, 2021

One of the biggest problems with grout is that much of it is cement-based, which means the product is porous. Cement-based grout needs to be sealed to keep it from absorbing moisture, dirt, and other external elements that can cause it to become discolored and very hard to clean.

Published December 13, 2021

Even if they happen right before their eyes, most people fail to notice small changes. In this homeowner's case, it was dirt accumulation. Like most people, she regularly cleaned her kitchen floor. However, months of improper maintenance began taking a toll on the floor's grout lines over time.

Published November 01, 2021

A resident from White Plains contacted us because there was a problem with her marble surface. Her bathroom had a beautiful marble floor, but the surface had lost its beauty.

Published October 20, 2021

Many homeowners struggle with mold. This organic growth always threatens to come back regardless of how many strategies are use to remove it. Mold thrives best in humid environments with warm temperatures and poor ventilation.

Published September 21, 2021

A homeowner from Bronxville, NY, requested Sir Grout's stone honing services after discovering that the stone on her marble countertops had been severely chipped and etched. After assessing the problem, we set out to bring back the surface's former shine.

Published December 31, 2018

Grout is a porous mixture. As a result, if not properly sealed, it can absorb water and accumulate dirt, causing it to stain. Sealing grout is the best way to keep it in good condition and protected from external agents. However, grout must be sealed regularly to avoid unnecessary expenses.