Is Tile and Grout Sealing Really Necessary?

Newly laid Italian terracotta brown floor tiles finished with grey grouting

If the freshly cleaned grout in your Norfolk home still seems to pick up every spill or smudge, it may be because you’ve missed an important step in the cleaning process: tile and grout sealing. At Duke Brothers Oriental Rug Cleaning, we serve area homeowners and businesses with professional tile and grout sealing services. Here’s why this step is so important and why a professional touch makes all the difference.

What Does Tile Sealing Do for Your Floors?

Tile grout can tend to be porous and soak up spills, dirt, and grime. Over time, this can lead to stubborn stains and even mold growth. Tile sealing provides a protective barrier, making routine cleaning easier and helping prevent discoloration and unsightly marks from setting in. If grout is left unsealed, spills and muddy footprints can quickly become permanent additions to your home.

Isn’t It Standard to Seal Grout?

While sealing grout during installation is considered industry-standard, the reality is that it isn’t always done thoroughly or even at all. Sometimes hurried jobs or corner-cutting can mean a thin layer wearing away long before it should. This is why many homeowners notice rapid fading, staining, or dingy grout even after a recent tile and grout cleaning.

How Often Should You Reseal?

A good rule of thumb is to reseal your grout every 1–2 years, especially in high-traffic or damp areas like kitchens and bathrooms. If you opt for a color seal, you can achieve a renewed look and added protection all at once, which is a great solution for heavily stained or outdated grout.

Easy Maintenance Tips

If you want to preserve your tile sealant, mop regularly with a neutral floor cleaner that doesn’t contain acrylic wax. Wax buildup can make floors look dull and, worse, creates an expensive mess. That's because professional cleaners must strip it off before applying any new sealant.

Leave It to the Pros

At Duke Brothers Oriental Rug Cleaning, our team uses a premium-grade sealer to do the job, helping homes in Norfolk and neighboring areas like Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Hampton enjoy lasting tile and grout. We provide tile coloring services too.

So, if the tile and grout in your Norfolk home or business could use a refresh or you’re curious about color seal options, contact Duke Brothers at (757) 780-9073 or request a free quote online today!

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