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Why Tile Grout Can Become Discolored

Anyone who has looked at bathroom tile has undoubtedly seen traces of gray, brown, or black in once-white tile grout. Grout can become stained and mildewed easily, leading to labor-intensive cleaning and even the need to re-grout.

Why can grout discolor? A flexible form of mortar made from water, cement, and sand, grout is very porous and easily collects dirt, providing ideal conditions for mildew growth. Therefore, it's essential that new clean grout is sealed, as sealant fills the holes and smoothes out the surface to reduce mold growth. However, sealing your grout doesn't mean you don't have to clean; grout can still become stained if you neglect it. Sealer wears off over time, so grout should be cleaned and resealed to keep it looking clean and white.

FloorGem understands the importance of keeping your tile and grout clean and healthy. Our tile and grout cleaning services remove any dirt and grime, as well as polish scratches, etches, or stains on your tile and grout. In addition to tile and grout cleaning, FloorGem offers complete flooring installation and maintenance throughout Howard County, Montgomery Count, Prince Georges County, and Anne Arundel County, as well as the Washington DC metro area.