Okay, so you’ve tried my scrubbing tips on the floor, but the grout is still less than lovely. Don’t give up yet! Using a grout stain and seal (both products in one), give the grout a uniform fresh color that will rejuvenate your floor.
CONSIDER THIS
If you have recently done a tile patch, you must wait the total cure time—usually at least 7 days—before attempting to stain the grout. Follow the grout manufacturer’s instructions for cure time. Grout stain usually dries within hours, and normal traffic is permitted within the day. However, total cure time maybe over 7 days.
Unless otherwise indicated, these stains are not for use on natural stone or porous tiles. You must follow the grout stain manufacturer’s instructions for full knowledge of use and safety precautions for the product.
PREP WORK
• Grout must be completely clean and dry. It must also be free of pre-applied coatings of wax or sealant.
• To ensure color choice, do a patch test on a hidden section of tile.
THE PROJECT
1. Shake the closed bottle of stain, and then pour some in a shallow container.
2. Dip the toothbrush in the stain and brush it into the grout joints. Work in small sections.
3. When the product is “set up” in the joints, but still wet on the tile, wipe away any excess stain from the tile with a dry rag.
4. It usually takes a week for the product to cure. Normal traffic is permitted during this time, but do not clean or wet it.
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