Reader Question:
“I am getting my ceramic tiles cleaned and the grout sealed and the professionals are using different methods:
1. High pressure washer w/chemical and a color sealer for the grout.
2. A truck mounted hot water extraction system (also used for carpets) and a grout sealant (tubing)
3. Hand scrubbing w/a grout sealant that claims is good for 5 yrs.
Which method is better to clean my ceramic tile?
The price per square foot is the same for the 3 professionals.
Thanks for your input!!”
Answer:
For this response, I turned to the professionals at The Grout Doctor. Here’s what they said:
Option #1 – In my experience high pressure is not good for grout. It opens up the natural pores in the grout and allows the grout to collect more dirt, grime and grit. The color sealer I cannot comment on without knowing the type used
Option #2 – Pretty much the same thing as option #1. A high pressure truck mount extraction system can open up grouts natural pores as well.
Option #3 – This cleaning method is good and safe for the grout as long as the correct chemicals and dwell time are utilized.
At The Grout Doctor we used hand scrubbing with proper chemicals and dwell time. Then would color seal with a 3 yr. guarantee.
