A Shower in West Chester Got Excellent Restoration Services from Our Tile and Grout Cleaners
February 18, 2025
Sometimes, the sight of a beautiful shower can be all you need to start relaxing at the end of the day. That's why a homeowner in West Chester was always careful about stopping the spread of dirt on his shower surfaces. The grout on the walls and the floor had always been more of a challenge, but for the first time, he felt like the problem was out of his control. Months of no progress in his cleaning routine showed him that he needed the assistance of professional tile and grout cleaners in West Chester.
This conviction only became stronger after the homeowner saw parts of the seams fall apart while he was trying to scrub off the dirt, so he made the restoration of his shower his first priority. He spent a couple of hours looking through each of the restoration companies in the areas, but the first option in his online search results proved to be the best, by far. The homeowner was impressed by everything he learned about Sir Grout of Greater Chester County and felt very optimistic once it was time to give us a call to ask for an appointment with our crew.
At his convenience, our experts went to his home the very next day to look at the shower stall, as always donning Sir Grout's logo on their uniform. They began once the owner took them to the bathroom area and noticed many issues at once. For one, many parts of the grout were loose, particularly on the floor and across all the horizontal joints. The problem was extensive enough that it compromised the tiles on the floor, so they knew right away that the shower required a new floor overlay. Beyond that, the stains on the wall took away from the tiles' beauty, with black spots running across most of the grout lines and different degrees of discoloration in different parts of the shower stall.
When it was time to share their findings with the client, our techs explained all the harmful side effects of traditional cleaners and confirmed that they needed to restore the floor's grout with their special epoxy solution. The client made some questions about the steps in our shower restoration process, but by then, he was confident in our crew's ability to give the shower a full overhaul.
The restoration took place a few days later, as scheduled at the end of our first visit. Our specialists arrived early in the day and got to work right away, deep cleaning the shower with a permeating formula that allowed them to scrub off the stains more effectively. They also vapor cleaned the entire shower area to remove the mold that had accumulated in parts of the grout.
To revamp the floor, our experts installed a new porcelain tile layout, holding it all together with waterproof epoxy grout. They also used this solution to restore the seams after they were done removing the damaged caulk around the floor. Unlike cement-based grout, our epoxy mix isn't porous, so it withstands the effects of moisture without letting anything seep into the surface. It stays strong against mold, mildew, and the effects of wear and tear, so homeowners can rest easy knowing that there's no danger to their shower's structural integrity.
With this, our team completed the restoration, and the result looked impressive. The homeowner was in awe of the floor's new look and praised us for modernizing the shower's appearance. He also promised to contact us again soon since he was already planning some renovations in other parts of his home.
Our techs had some additional pointers to share with the client after the restoration. Since he was worried about dealing with more mold in his shower before long, they started by recommending pH-neutral formulas like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. Free of the acidic imbalances that make regular cleaners so ineffective, our product ensures a thorough effect that works on mold, mildew, soap scum, grease, and other stains. It provides maximum cleaning power with none of the side effects you'd expect from other brands, like discoloration or grout damage.
As our crew explained, avoiding abrasive tools is just as important as replacing soap-based cleaners for the maintenance of shower surfaces. A good rule of thumb is to use a towel, a terry cloth, or a squeegee to spread our product across all parts of a shower. Non-abrasive tools also come in handy when removing traces of dirt from corner joints and other narrow areas.
Lastly, our specialists also stressed the importance of combining regular cleaning practices with an open, dry environment. Good indoor ventilation does a lot to prevent problems like stickiness, unpleasant smells, and the mold that usually thrives around sinks and floor seams. That's why we always remind clients to look into the room's ventilation system and to open the windows and doors if they see signs of mold or mildew.
Are you struggling to keep a hygienic shower? The specialists at Sir Grout of Greater Chester County offer decades of combined expertise and a tested restoration method that will protect your shower surfaces against decay. You'll be able to enjoy the beauty of your bathroom for much longer while getting the desired results during your cleaning routine. Just call (215) 609-4868 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. Also, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.