Vulnerable Shower Grout in Clapham Protected  with Tile Doctor Ultra Seal

The grout in this shower cubicle at a property in Clapham was failing and was no longer doing its job. The joints had deteriorated over the years, leaving gaps that allowed water to seep through. Once moisture was able to penetrate, mould began to develop, and the shower quickly lost its clean and fresh appearance.

The failing grout not only looked unsightly but also posed a risk to the integrity of the shower, as water ingress can cause damage behind the tiles if left untreated. Concerned things could get worse I was asked to pop over and renovate the shower tile and grout.

Cleaning and Protecting Grout Lines

The renovation began with a thorough clean of the tile and grout to remove mould, mildew, soap scum, and limescale buildup. This cleaning process was essential not only to restore the appearance of the shower but also to protect the existing grout lines from further deterioration during the restoration.

To do this a dilution of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean was decanted into a bottle and sprayed onto the tile and grout. This product is a strong alkaline cleaner specifically designed for cleaning tile and grout and after being applied is left to soak in for ten minutes to give it time to break down mineral deposits and soap scum etc. The product was then scrubbed in by hand to pull all the dirt and contaminates to the surface ready for rinsing away.

After thoroughly cleaning the shower work moved onto the intricate part of the restoration to remove the damaged grout. This required a meticulous approach to ensure that the old grout was removed without disturbing the tiles. Once the grout was cleared fresh grout was applied, restoring the crisp lines that give the installation its neat and finished look.

Sealing Shower Grout

With the integrity of the grout restored the last step was to protect it by applying Tile Doctor Ultra-Seal. This is a penetrating, breathable sealer that is almost invisible and won’t change the appearance of the grout. It provides excellent protection against water, oils which simply run off the surface into the shower drain. This sealer is ideal for grout and all porous tile stone offering long-term protection without changing the look or feel of the stone.

The transformation was clear. What had once been a shower with broken, mouldy grout lines and dirty tiling was now renewed and hygienic. The grout joints are now solid and bright, the finish is neat, and the shower has been given a fresh new lease of life.

The owner was extremely happy with the results, as the shower now looks fresh, clean, and fully restored. For maintenance I recommended the use of Tile Doctor Aqua Pro which is an effective cleaner with a sealer friendly formula provided in a spray bottle and ideal for use in shower cubicles.

Source: Grout Cleaning and Renovation Products and Services in Clapham London