Sir Grout New York Blog

Published November 09, 2018

Freshly installed grout looks beautiful, but when it deteriorates, it becomes unsightly, giving the entire surface an unclean appearance. Sealing the grout will help reduce its degradation, slow-down its wear and tear, and prolong its life-span.

Published November 07, 2018

Ceramic tile backsplashes are a popular choice for homeowners because they handle spills and splashes common in the kitchen. Our next client decided to renovate her kitchen area, which would include changing the grout color of her ceramic tile backsplash.

Published October 19, 2018

Limestone is one the oldest flooring materials. It dates back centuries ago when it was used all around Europe to build cathedrals and churches that stand sturdy to this day. This testifies to the timeless elegance and beauty that this natural stone provides.

Published October 05, 2018

Slate can give a unique and beautiful appearance to any room. Not only is this type of stone completely natural, but it is also one of the strongest, which makes it resistant to scratching, chipping, and cracking. However, slate should be sealed on a regular basis depending on where it has been installed.

Published September 20, 2018

Vinyl composite tiles are a fantastic choice for areas with heavy foot traffic because they are usually extremely resilient. When installed and laid correctly, they can last for many years.

Published September 05, 2018

A homeowner recently moved to a house she had inherited from her grandparents in Soho, NY. For the most part, the house was in a good state because it had been recently renovated. The guest bathroom, however, still had the same small-tiled floor as it had over fifty years ago, when her grandparents first bought the house.

Published August 31, 2018

Tile and grout require proper maintenance in order to keep surfaces looking beautiful and clean. Grout supports the tiles integrity, preventing water and other liquids from leaking into the walls or floors, but it is also a vulnerable component. This mixture is most commonly cement-based.

Published August 17, 2018

Bathroom tiles can provide a sleek, elegant, and stylish look that many homeowners seek. To keep them pristine and beautiful, they require proper care and maintenance. As durable as they are, tiles are not impervious to damages and can become stained or dirty with daily wear and tear.

Published July 20, 2018

Depending on its location, a hotel may be visited by thousands of people. Guests expect the bathrooms to be in mint condition. For this reason, keeping the bathrooms clean is very important and a top priority for hotel managers.

Published June 21, 2018

Ceramic tile is one of the most commonly used types of material because it can be installed in almost any environment, as with any other hard tile surface, ceramic tile has its advantages and disadvantages.