Spring in Des Peres means starting spring cleaning projects. Before getting into bigger home projects, most people start inside. Kitchens and bathrooms usually get the most attention. After winter, it’s pretty common for things to feel a little worn down, especially floors. Tile and countertops aren’t too difficult to clean, but grout is a different story. Mopping and scrubbing can only [...]
Tile is very durable, and some older homes have the original tile in place. However, the grout used to connect tiles to each other does not last as long. Even when the tile itself still looks clean, the color of the grout can make the entire space feel dated. Many homes still have the warmer grout tones that were popular decades [...]
Spring rain and rising humidity across the St. Louis area can reveal hidden bathroom problems that hid over winter. Bathrooms have daily water exposure, but combined with seasonal moisture, it can make weak points in the system more noticeable. With seasonal temperature changes, building materials have to adjust to these changes. Caulk and grout are designed to expand and contract, but [...]
The weather is starting to turn, and snow is melting in Ladue. It's the time of year homeowners start to look at projects to tackle. With brighter days, you might start to notice uneven-looking grout or tile that feels old. Don't worry about having to do a full tear-out to update or restore tiles. Luxury tile restoration in Ladue starts with [...]
Bathrooms around St. Louis age like any home. St. Louis has a wide range of historic homes and many contemporary builds. You need to pay attention to the same warning signs, but if you have an older home, it might be worth getting it checked out soon! At some point, routine scrubbing stops making a visible difference to the appearance of [...]
Like any city going through its lifecycle, renovations are becoming more popular as young families move into St. Louis. Newer builds and remodels are leaning towards a modern look. With this shift, bathroom trends have included large-format tiles. These tiles are bigger and give the appearance of a cleaner layout. A lot of Clayton homes, especially, are moving toward spa-style bathrooms [...]
Have you ever looked down at your tile floors or shower walls and thought, “Wow, when did this get so dirty?” You’re not alone! Most homeowners don’t notice grout slowly changing color until one day, it just looks… bad. At The Grout Medic St. Louis, we help homeowners bring tired-looking tile back to life without the cost and stress of replacement. [...]
After months of holiday visitors and busy winter routines, your bathroom has probably been working overtime. Between dealing with extra guests and colder weather, it doesn’t take long for bathrooms to start showing signs of wear. By February, things like soap scum, discoloration, and mildew tend to show up more than we’d like. If your shower is starting to look worn, [...]
If your shower looks decades older than it actually is, the problem may be as simple as dirty grout. It may sound hard to believe, but soap scum and mildew will absolutely cause your tiled surfaces to look much older than they truly are. So, before you begin researching a huge tile repair or replacement project, why not consult with the [...]
When you're looking to spruce up the appearance of your home's tile and grout in St. Louis, MO, make sure to call the trusted local experts at The Grout Medic of St. Louis. While your tile and grout may look dirty and dingy and in need of complete replacement, that's typically not the case at all. We specialize in bringing old [...]
The Grout Medic of Saint Louis Missouri
4510 S St Peters Pkwy
St. Peters, MO 63304
