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 ...

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If you’ve always wanted to tackle a DIY grout project but weren’t sure where to start, this guide is for you. A few things to consider before rolling your sleeves up and getting started include what ...

Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's are bearing down. Family is coming over. What about that cracked and crumbling grout in your bathroom or on your kitchen backsplash? No worries -- you can have ...

Tile is one of the most durable and easy-to-clean flooring types, which is why it’s such a popular choice for highly trafficked rooms in the home like the kitchen, bathroom and entryway. But tile ...

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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 ...

Dear James: Our house has a rather strange bathroom with some glossy and some dull ceramic tile. There is a lot of dark mildew on the grout. What is the best and safest method to clean the grout? - ...