How Do You Remove Old Stained Grout Between Floor Tiles & Replace It With New Grout?
Grout is commonly laid between tiles to help protect the tiles from moisture and to properly hold the tiles together. It is not uncommon for old grout to become stained and dirty over time. Removing old, stained grout and replacing it with new grout is essential in preserving the appearance of your tiled surface. Re-grouting tile is a quick way to spruce up any tiled surface. Purchase a grout saw and a few extra blades. This is an inexpensive tool designed specifically for grout removal. Situate the grout saw in between any joint. Move the grout saw back and forth over the old grout, using a sawing motion, to break out the old grout. Remove at least one-sixteenth inch of the old grout. Use caution with the grout saw so as not to damage or scratch the face of the tile. Replace the blade on the grout saw as it becomes dull. Chip out any remaining pieces of the old grout using a utility knife. Some of the grout around the edges of the tile may not come off easily with the grout saw. Gentl
