Identify the type of tile in your bathroom to ensure proper cleaning. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach and vinegar, opting for pH-neutral cleaners. Regularly sweep and mop tile floors, using a baking ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By James Austin and Ellen Airhart The best way to clean tile and grout in your ...

Want to avoid that obvious, seemingly uncleanable white film on your tiles? It's called grout haze. Luckily, there are some ...

Grout can get pretty gross. Most of the time, the filling between tiles in kitchens and bathrooms are a mixture of sand, cement, and water. That means it’s porous, so dirt and grime get ground in and ...

I get a lot of e-mails from people confused about grout. When they get to the tiling stage of their bathroom or kitchen renovation they get stuck. Or they've been living in a new home for a while and ...

A chipped tile can be a trip hazard and you can cut your foot on the sharp edges. Chipped and broken tiles must be repaired. Dirty and crumbled grout can make your home appear unkempt. Here’s how to ...

First clean the grout. Apply a baking soda paste, or, for darker or stubborn stains, a paste of baking soda and white vinegar ...

There's no denying the importance of grout color in a kitchen or bath. "The selection of grout can truly define the character of a space based on the amount of contrast and rhythm that is introduced.

Pebble tiles provide a unique look. Like most mosaics, they are comprised of lots of small pieces conveniently adhered to a mesh backing material. This makes the installation possible without the mind ...

After 20-plus years in Middle Tennessee real estate, I’ve walked through just about every kind of bathroom you can imagine—from spa-like retreats to spaces that have clearly seen better days. One ...