Our Crew Made a Floor in Wilmington Look Stunning with Their Grout Recoloring Process

October 11, 2024

A homeowner in Wilmington wanted to improve the appearance of her bathroom floor, but she wasn't sure where to start. By following a strict cleaning schedule, she managed to remove most of the stains, but she still felt like the floor had lost its appeal. The main issue was that discoloration had gradually altered the grout, so the floor's classic design wasn't as striking as it'd been only months before.


By chance, she heard someone in her circle mention our grout recoloring service in Wilmington, and it was like a flip switched inside her head. The grout on her bathroom floor hadn't been unsealed for more than a year, but it was likely the sealant had faded a lot sooner from the household's regular activity. The homeowner went online to read more about our services and ended her research with a plan.

Our techs arrived at her house a couple of days later, as scheduled after she contacted us via our website's contact form. Once inside the bathroom, they started their inspection of the floor, and it wasn't long before they confirmed the client's suspicions. Nearly all the sealant had faded from the grout, leaving the porous surface unprotected against the worst effects of wear and tear. Since the client had used some chemical-based cleaners in the past, the grout's color changed much faster, and our specialists also saw areas where the dirt was still stuck between the tiles.

They reassured the client that they would use a non-toxic cleaner on the floor before recoloring all the grout lines to her specifications. She was fully on board with the plan and scheduled a new appointment at the end of the evaluation.

On the agreed-upon date, our specialists went back to her house, and she invited them in as soon as she saw the logo on their vehicle. First, they used a permeating cleaner and a high-speed scrubber to remove any traces of dirt remaining on the floor. They cleaned the surface thoroughly and made sure it was spotless before they started recoloring the grout.

For this part, they applied Sir Grout's signature ColorSeal on all the grout lines, effectively creating a barrier to keep external elements away from the porous surface. Our acrylic-based sealant stands months and even years of foot traffic, repelling water, cosmetic residue, soap, mold, grime, etc. At the client's request, our experts used white sealant to highlight the grout's elegant design, and the result brought life back to the bathroom area.

After buffing the surface for the last time, our crew called the client in to see the result. The floor looked gorgeous, and she loved how the grout stood out without overshadowing the ceramic's soft color.

She was also interested in tips to preserve her floor's shine, and our techs gladly shared their recommendations. To replace soap-based products, they recommended trying pH-neutral formulas like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. Regular cleaners are one of the reasons why routine maintenance is so draining for many homeowners. While we expect these products to work against common stains caused by grime, mold, and cosmetic residue, they end up trapping much of the dirt on porous surfaces. Their ingredients can also subject the surface to harsh treatment, which is why the homeowner couldn't get her tiles to shine despite hours of scrubbing.

Our product rules out all these issues and enhances the results in all the ways. It removes embedded dirt quickly and more efficiently without weakening the grout's sealant, so the stains never grow out of control. Its composition also preserves the tiles' natural color and shine, even in high-traffic areas like a residential bathroom floor.

Another recommendation is to wipe out all the stains with non-abrasive tools to prevent scratch marks on the ceramic. Homeowners can get the desired result with a towel, a mop, or a terry cloth, all that matters is that all cleaning tools are properly washed beforehand.

Bathroom surfaces see a lot of moisture during the day, which is why we always recommend opening the windows and doors to counter the effects of moisture buildup. A well-ventilated bathroom not only smells better; it also simplifies things for homeowners when it comes to preserving stains off hard surfaces. Our specialists shared all these pointers with the homeowner, and she thanked them for all their assistance.

You can have all the floors in your home looking as good as new, and it doesn't require a major change in your cleaning routine. Sir Grout Crystal Coast provides beaautiful and long lasting results in the most important parts of your home, so don't miss the chance if you live anywhere near the Wilmington area. Just call (910) 427-0071 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. Also, don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.