Do I really need to apply grout sealer?
“Do I really need to apply grout sealer? What is the best way to apply it?”Yes, you need it. Grout sealer is essential for tile work. Grout is a porous substance. So, once grout has been applied (and dried), it is ready to absorb any liquid that comes its way.Answer: So, you need to get one step ahead of the moisture, and penetrate the grout with sealer. I will tell you right away that grout sealer is not fun to apply. It is laborious, and the immediate results are not visible–never my idea of a great home remodeling task. But it must be done. Be aware that there are two main types of grout sealer, and for lack of a better term I will call them “the applicator kind” and the “spray on kind.” The smaller the tile size, the more grout you will have. If you happened to install 1″ tile, you’re in for a lot of grout sealing; if 12″ tile, not so much. Why does this matter? Because using the “applicator kind” of grout sealer on an entire roomful of 1″ sized tile can take up a whole weekend. I
