How can I Improve the Appearance of Tile?
Tile is a favored treatment in many homes, but it requires careful installation as well as good maintenance. It can easily become dingy looking and take away from the appearance of a room. To improve the appearance of your tile, begin by cleaning it and the grout thoroughly with bleach or a quality product made for tiles. This may improve the appearance enough to help you avoid further steps. If stringent cleaning isn’t enough, there are plenty of options you can use once it is clean and has had a chance to dry, short of replacing the tile. First, consider re-grouting. In many cases, there isn’t anything wrong with the tile itself, but the grout may have seen better days. Even with good maintenance, grout deteriorates over the years and may become unsightly. Scrape away any loose grout and go just a little deeper than the damaged material, but do not scrape all of the grout away. Leave a thin layer in place so the tiles won’t come loose. If mold or mildew is a problem, clean with a spe
