Grout Cleaning vs Grout Sealing: Which Comes First?
Grout cleaning removes existing soil, soap residue, mineral deposits, and biological growth from grout joints, while grout sealing reduces future absorption into suitable grout. Cleaning restores the surface; sealing protects the clean, dry material afterward. For most cement-based grout, the correct sequence is clean, rinse, dry completely, inspect, then seal. Key facts at a glance […]