How Do You Re-Grout Tile On A Countertop?
At times, everyone who has tile countertops will need to re-grout them to freshen their appearance. Rather than paying an expert, this is a job the average do-it-yourself home-improver can handle. By following a few grouting tips, you’ll have a beautiful kitchen and a sense of pride. Empty and clean the countertops thoroughly. Use a household cleaner to remove all grease, dirt and dust. Inspect the existing grout for cracks and stains. Use a putty knife to remove any damaged grout. Remove any mildew stains from the grout by washing them with a toothbrush. Use a mix of bleach and water to kill the mildew. Rinse the area thoroughly when you’re done. Mix the grout you’ve chosen according to the directions on the package. Damp your countertops and apply generous amounts of grout with a large sponge. Press firmly to work the grout in to all the gaps between the tiles. You may need to apply more grout, depending upon the amount you removed in Step 2. Let the grout dry for a minimum of 12 hou
