Tile And Grout Sealer Application

In this quick episode i discuss how and why you should seal the grout and tile of your bathroom.

Tile and grout sealer application.

What a tile rated sealer will do is to penetrate the surface allowing it to protect the surface. To seal grout start by taping off baseboards and other nearby surfaces to prevent staining. Your sealer and consequently your grout and tile will look more uniform and will more likely protect your grout and tile from stains and moisture if you apply them with a plan. Sealing your tile can help keep it protected from scratches and cracks and make it look more vibrant.

Applying a tile sealer is also really easy to do. Clean and repair grout. After installation of the tile you should wait until the grout is 100 dry before applying the grout sealer. Since all tile sealers the home depot sells are water based using gloves are optional to wear.

Rather than randomly applying your sealer begin at a corner of the room and work your way across the tile. Before applying a sealer be sure to clean your grout thoroughly and repair any cracks or crumbles in the grout lines. If your tile is not glazed be extremely cautious when applying the sealant as it will absorb directly into the tile and will change the color and finish of the piece. Keeping a freshly tiled room warm aids in curing grout.

Wait 5 to 15 minutes so the sealer can soak in then apply a second coat. Learn how to seal grout in a shower on the floor or on a backsplash. Apply your sealer to the lines and joints of the grout. Choose a solvent based sealer for ceramic and porcelain tile or a water based sealer for natural stone tile.

Next use a foam paint brush to apply one coat of liquid grout sealer to the grout lines taking care to cover the grout joints. Then clean the tile before you seal it. Any presence of moisture in the grout will prevent the grout sealer from soaking in. Step 3 application.

The spray on variety is the most common although some types can be applied with a sponge or brush.