Applying grout is the final step in laying or adhering tile. It’s a messy process but a satisfying one: Yes, grout gives newly laid tiles a finished look. What’s more important, grout acts as a buffer ...

Over time, grout between tiles can become discolored, cracked, or damaged, making your tiled areas look old and tired.

As porous material, grout acts like a sponge and soaks up everything: dirt, grease, mildew, soap scum, even hard water. “That’s why grout tends to look discolored long before the tiles do,” says ...

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A chipped tile can be a trip hazard and you can cut your foot on the sharp edges. Chipped and broken tiles must be repaired. Dirty and crumbled grout can make your home appear unkempt. Here’s how to ...

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