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Do you love your tile but hate trying to keep the grout clean? It used to be that maintaining your grout meant lots of elbow grease often resulting in only marginal improvement. You could, and should, use specialized cleaners and seal periodically. But, who really wants to do that? Stain and chemical resistant epoxy grouts have been available for decades, used almost exclusively in harsh commercial environments like breweries, laboratories, and commercial kitchens. They were expensive and difficult to install even for the most seasoned contractors. Fortunately, now virtually every major grout manufacturer offers stain resistant epoxy grouts that are affordable and "workable" for contractors. These grouts also offer a more consistent color without the shading issues of cement-based grouts traditionally used in residential applications.
Manufacturers won’t claim these products are stain-proof for obvious legal reasons. However, these grouts are virtually bulletproof. Coffee, wine, grease, and urine easily wipe clean with these new specialty grouts. No more scrubbing, steam cleaning, bleaching or sealing. Rinse with a neutral cleaner and water and you're good to go. Technology has expanded the unbelievable array of porcelain tile, metal and glass tile, and exotic stone now on the market. So, put away your rubber gloves, scrub brushes, and harsh chemicals and start planning for that new bath or floor you've always wanted. Just be sure to choose one of those epoxy grouts and enjoy your tile or stone without worrying about the mess.