Our Grout Recoloring Crew Left a Shower in Silver Spring Looking Incredible

October 15, 2024

The combined efforts of a couple in Silver Spring were often enough to keep the entire house looking spotless, namely through a weekly cleaning routine that kept the dirt from accumulating in high-traffic areas. Unfortunately, this approach wasn't successful on the master shower, where mold started causing visible changes to the wall's appearance. The rich brown surface looked dull and forgettable, mainly due to the dirt that had started spreading from all the grout lines.


Since regular cleaners did nothing to stop the problem, the homeowners started looking for a grout recoloring service in Silver Spring. They wanted to address the issue before more dirt gathered on the grout and agreed that a hard surface professional would be the quickest way to solve the problem. Sir Grout Washington DC Metro was the first option in their online search results, so the couple looked into the services available and the success stories of previous customers. By the time they reached our picture gallery, they were both convinced that there was no need to look for other companies in the area.

The homeowners filled out the contact form to ask for an in-home evaluation, and our specialists visited their house a few days later, as scheduled. They inspected the shower stall and checked the grout before deciding on the best course of action, confirming that there were no cracks to address on the seams or corner joints. The most visible stains were located on the walls since the white grout was almost fully covered in grime. Our crew also saw traces of soap scum on the ceramic tiles, and when the couple asked about it, they explained that regular cleaners don't do the best job of removing embedded dirt. These products are more likely to trap the dirt on the porous surface after leaving a soapy film on the walls, which is why the couple's efforts to get rid of the stains only caused the accumulation of more dirt.

The solution was using Sir Grout's signature sealant to recolor the grout after deep cleaning the entire shower, so our experts explained the process to the client at the end of the evaluation. The couple thanked them for their assistance and immediately agreed with our plan for the shower.

Following the homeowner's request, our techs returned to the house the next day with all the necessary equipment. They quickly prepared the shower area and soaked each surface with a non-toxic cleaner to remove the dirt that was trapped between the tiles. They also used a 275-degree vapor steamer to ensure that all the mold was eliminated from the seams and the grout on the walls.

It was time to recolor the grout, so our specialists applied white sealant on all the lines to restore the contrast between the grout and the brown ceramic tiles. Our acrylic-based ColorSeal is the ideal solution to transform your grout surfaces, no matter how much discoloration they've suffered in the past. It leaves the grout looking spotless and keeps it protected against external agents like water, efflorescence, mold, and more.

With this, our crew completed another successful restoration. The couple was fully satisfied with the grout's clean look, and they remarked on the shower's new beauty. They also told our specialists that they would recommend Sir Grout Washington DC Metro to more people in the area.

Before leaving the clients' place, our experts introduced some useful cleaning tips to help with the maintenance of bathroom surfaces. Regular cleaners wouldn't provide the desired result, so we always recommend using pH-neutral products instead. As our techs told the couple, Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner can revive your floor in minutes, removing all the embedded dirt without risking discoloration to tile and grout surfaces. In one product, you have all the cleaning power you need to get rid of mold, mildew, soap residue, and other stains. There's no need to use chemical-based formulas to get rid of the dirt between the tiles because our product permeates all shower surfaces. It doesn't weaken the sealant's grout protection, and homeowners aren't exposed to toxic fumes in the meantime, so indoor spaces are improved in more ways than one.

Our next recommendation was to wipe out any liquid residue to prevent the growth of mold around the seams. Shower surfaces can get moldy and sticky from exposure to soap and minerals in hard water. That's why it's important to wipe out any stickiness left on the walls and the floors. To do this, our specialists recommend using only non-abrasive tools like a towel, a terry cloth, or a squeegee.

Lastly, our experts always recommend checking the ventilation inside bathroom areas since it's easier for the air to become stale when you keep the windows and doors closed for too long. It's impossible to reduce a shower's exposure to moisture, so ensuring the constant circulation of fresh air is key to preventing mold and other problems.

Sir Grout Washington DC Metro is ready to assist the Silver Spring community with true hard surface restoration excellence. Our specialists understand all the challenges of keeping a clean shower, and that's why we make sure to address all common issues, from mold to discoloration and damage to the seams. If you need help getting your bathroom surfaces to look spotless, call (703) 997-8552 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment with our team. Also, don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.