This Shower in Edgewater Looks Beautiful After Our Tile Cleaning Process

March 24, 2025

An Edgewater resident was constantly stressing over the shower in her master bathroom. At first, her main concern was the soap scum that sat on some of the tiles, even after vigorous scrubbing. Unfortunately, the problem only got worse when she noticed multiple areas where the grout had started to fall apart, creating new safety risks for the owner and her family.


At that point, she knew that trusting a professional would be the best option. The grout's condition seemed to worsen by the day, and regular cleaners already failed at removing all the stains from the ceramic surface. The homeowner found Sir Grout Annapolis while looking for grout cleaning services in Edgewater and lost any interest in checking out any other companies in the area. From there, all her attention went to learning more about our restoration process until she felt ready to schedule an in-home evaluation.

On the appointed date, she welcomed our crew into her house, and we immediately began inspecting the shower stall. The first thing we noticed was the long cracks on the grout, which ran across the horizontal seams and some of the grout lines on the floor. Because of this, water and soap seeped behind the tiles, worsening the effects of moisture buildup. The stains were also a big issue, with soap scum spreading across many of the ceramic tiles.

We explained that grout damage could eventually cause structural problems and regular cleaners would only add to the accumulation of dirt on shower surfaces. These products leave a soapy residue that traps the dirt on the pores, on top of creating a sticky layer around the seams. The good news is that our restoration process doesn't use soap-based cleaners to remove the embedded dirt, so our experts reassured the client as soon as she asked about it. We told her that we could deep clean the shower and make the necessary repairs in a single session, so she didn't hesitate to set a new date to give the shower a full overhaul.

That same week, our team returned to the house for the restoration. We started by deep cleaning the shower with a surface-safe cleaner, removing all the soap scum covering the tiles. Then, we used a 275-degree vapor steamer to address all the moldy spots on the grout.

After ensuring that nothing remained on the porous surface, it was time to fix the damage to the joints. Our specialists carefully removed the loose caulk before repairing all the horizontal seams. We also regrouted the floor with our epoxy solution, a waterproof mix that ensures maximum protection against moisture and mold, preventing structural damage and cracks between the tiles. Because our epoxy grout is non-porous, the water can't seep between the tiles and shower surfaces withstand the effects of wear and tear more effectively.

To restore the rest of the grout, our experts applied Sir Grout's flagship ColorSeal to restore the color of the grout lines on the walls and the shower seat. With this sealant in place, grout surfaces stay protected against external elements, reducing the homeowner's cleaning efforts and improving their results.

As always, the restoration was a success, and the client was fully satisfied with the result. She marveled at the ceramic's new look before thanking our crew for doing such a thorough job. She also promised to recommend our services to all the people she knew in the area.  

While getting ready to leave the client's house, we went over some additional cleaning pointers. To make routine cleaning simpler and more effective, our techs started by recommending pH-neutral products like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. Combining high-quality ingredients to ensure maximum cleaning power, our formula is the perfect solution to prevent the accumulation of dirt on grout surfaces, whether you're dealing with mold, mildew, efflorescence, or any other external agent. It permeates the surface to get the dirt loose, but it never causes corrosion or discoloration. It's also ideal for residential areas because there are no toxic fumes released into the air, so you never have to worry about compromising the hygiene of your bathroom spaces.

On that note, our cleaner works best when combined with non-abrasive tools like a towel, a terry cloth, or a squeegee. This way you can reach narrow surfaces more effectively without risking scratch marks on the tiles.

Our final recommendation was a general reminder to open the windows and doors a few hours a day. Good air quality is important in all parts of the house, but even more so on bathroom surfaces where there's constant exposure to water and soap residue. By keeping a healthy circulation of fresh air, you'll prevent the spread of mold and other effects of moisture buildup.

Sir Grout Annapolis brings the perfect solution to transform your shower and other parts of your home. We're eager to assist homeowners in Edgewater with our cleaning, sealing, and grout restoration services, so don't hesitate to reach out if you live in the area. Just call (443) 775-8000 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. Also, don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.