How Do You Seal Grout And Tile?
After having the bathtub, shower, or kitchen back splash re-tiled you need to protect your investment by sealing the grout and tile. Ideally, you should seal tile grout before you begin to use the tiled areas. The sealant prevents dirt and water from getting into the porous grout, prevents discoloration, and results in less scrubbing when it comes to cleaning the grout and tile. If the tiled area has been used for some time, clean the grout and tile to remove any wax, film or grime. You may choose to seal grout using a sealer that is only applied to the grout lines. This would be done if the ceramic tiles are glazed since they are already sealed. The milky colored sealant is applied to the grout lines using a tip applicator or a small brush. Any excess may be wiped off the surrounding tile. The process should be repeated once per year. Even if you have ceramic glazed tiles you can seal tile grout using a spray-on solvent-based grout sealer. The sealer will absorb into the tile grout an
