Our Professional Grout Sealing in Bronxville Restored the Condition of This Bathing Area

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. This is exactly how a resident from Bronxville, NY, felt every time he used the master bathroom in his home. When the bathroom was renovated a few years prior, the homeowner chose light-colored tiles and grout lines in an attempt to evoke tidiness and cleanliness. What he didn't know is that regular cleaning and maintenance sessions would be necessary to preserve the bathroom's pristine appearance.


One day, the homeowner noticed the grout lines in the bathtub area had become dirtier than they used to be. Water had also begun seeping into the caulk on the bathtub's joints. He tried cleaning the grout lines with products he had bought at a local store, but none of them worked. A few days later, he noticed the caulk on the bathtub's joints were cracked. He knew these cracks could potentially lead to severe water damage, so he decided to look for advice. He went online and found that water seepage and dirt accumulation are common when the joints are not properly sealed. This prompted the homeowner to search for grout sealing in Bronxville, NY. He found our website within the top results. After browsing the picture gallery, he called to schedule a free in-home consultation.

On the day of the evaluation, our team arrived at the client's home to assess the bathtub. Right away, our experts noticed the grout lines on the wall were moist and filled with grime. Mold had begun growing on the grout lines as a result of excess moisture. Additionally, the bathtub had several hard water stains. Upon closer inspection, our techs observed the caulk on the bathtub's joints was cracked and peeled on several spots. This meant water could easily seep into the walls and cause severe water damage.

After they finished the assessment, our experts offered the homeowner a three-step procedure. First, they would thoroughly clean the surfaces. Next, they would replace the damaged grout and caulk to prevent water from seeping into the walls. For the third and final step, they would seal the tiles and grout lines with our proprietary sealant, Tile Armor. Feeling confident in our ability to restore the bathing area, the client agreed to the service.

A few days later, our crew went back to the customer's home to perform the service. They began by soaking every surface with a pH-neutral cleaner to loosen the embedded dirt on the tiles and grout lines. This cleaner is safe for both tile and grout. It also contains properties that can help inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms such as mold. Our experts also used a vapor steam cleaner to ensure the mold on the walls was completely removed.

After they finished cleaning, our techs scraped out the damaged grout from the walls and the cracked caulk from the bathtub's joints. They made sure to carefully re-grout and re-caulk the areas where the joints had been removed before moving on to the sealing process. To seal the bathing area, they coated the walls and the bathtub with our flagship sealant, Tile Armor. This is a solvent-based impregnating sealant that protects the tiles and grout lines from dirt and many other harmful external agents.

Once they finished, they let the homeowner see the results. He was amazed when he entered the bathroom and saw what our experts had done to the bathing area. He thanked them and said he would definitely call back for maintenance.

To maintain the bathtub's appearance, our crew gave the homeowner a few care tips. First, they recommended cleaning the bathtub and the adjacent walls once a week with a pH-neutral cleaner like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. This cleaner is safe for tile and grout. To avoid hard water stains, our experts suggested wiping away excess water after every bath. They also advised him to keep an eye on the caulk and grout lines surrounding the bathtub. Water seepage can lead to unnecessary expenses and mold growth.

Are you looking for grout sealing in Bronxville or nearby areas? Sir Grout Westchester can do it for you. We have the necessary tools and expertise to deliver the best services in the field of hard surface restoration. Call us at (914) 592-5902 or fill out the "Request a Quote" form at the bottom to set up a free in-home evaluation today. Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with our latest news and promotions.

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