Applying grout is the final step in laying or adhering tile. It’s a messy process but a satisfying one: Yes, grout gives newly laid tiles a finished look. What’s more important, grout acts as a buffer ...

Changing up your floor is a great way to give your home a completely new feel without touching anything else. Tiles are a ...

Want to avoid that obvious, seemingly uncleanable white film on your tiles? It's called grout haze. Luckily, there are some ...

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Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Grout is my arch nemesis. If I ever have a chance to go groutless, I’d take it in a heartbeat. In the meantime, I have four bathrooms (yes, four!) and one kitchen full of grouted tile flooring. With ...

I get a lot of e-mails from people confused about grout. When they get to the tiling stage of their bathroom or kitchen renovation they get stuck. Or they've been living in a new home for a while and ...

Identify the type of tile in your bathroom to ensure proper cleaning. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach and vinegar, opting for pH-neutral cleaners. Regularly sweep and mop tile floors, using a baking ...

There's no denying the importance of grout color in a kitchen or bath. "The selection of grout can truly define the character of a space based on the amount of contrast and rhythm that is introduced.