Damaged Pebble Shower Gets Treatment From Nashville Hard Surface Restoration Services

December 10, 2021

Cleaning the shower is one of the most time-consuming housekeeping tasks. As a result, the majority of people disregard this task. Failing to maintain your shower properly may result in serious problems. While most materials can resist the wear and tear that daily showers can cause, grout is not one of them. The porous grout spaces between the stones can absorb water as well as other external agents such as dirt and soap. This not only affects the appearance of the grout but also puts your surfaces' structural integrity in danger.


A Nashville, TN, resident didn't have enough time to clean his daughter's pebble shower floor. He stepped into the shower one day and attempted to clean the grout in the hopes of making it look better. He tried a variety of do-it-yourself and over-the-counter solutions, but none of them were successful. Frustrated, the homeowner felt that hiring professional help was the best course of action. He looked up Nashville Hard Surface Restoration Services on the internet and found Sir Grout Nashville among the top results. He decided to fill out our contact form to get a free in-home inspection after reading all of the fantastic reviews we had previously received.

On the scheduled day, we arrived at the client's home to evaluate the shower. We were ready to begin the procedure after introducing ourselves to the homeowner. We discovered the problems during our initial inspection. The grout spaces were full of grime and dirt, and the caulk on the stone joints had become contaminated with mold and mildew. These problems were caused not only by a lack of routine maintenance but also by a lack of ventilation in the shower enclosure, which allowed mold and mildew to grow.

We talked about the dangers of leaving the shower in this condition. We reminded the homeowner that long-term exposure to mold spores can be hazardous to one's health. Additionally, worn-out joints may compromise the structural integrity of the shower. The client expressed concern about the state of the shower's surfaces and asked if there was anything we could do to solve this issue.

We advised him that taking preventative measures was the best way to keep the shower in good working order. We offered a hard surface restoration service as well as a multi-stage sealing process employing our own solutions in this situation. He accepted our offer since he was relieved to learn that we could resolve the issue.

We went back to the customer's house a few days later to complete the job. We cleaned the shower's base and floor with our grout cleaner and a high-speed scrubber to remove the grime from the grout spaces. We used a steam cleaner on the shower's joints to ensure that the mold and mildew were completely removed. We scraped away the broken caulk and refilled it with our own epoxy grout. This type of grout is designed to withstand high amounts of humidity.

We regrouted the shower before applying our flagship sealant. We utilized ColorSeal to seal the grout spaces and epoxy sealant for the base. The acrylic-based sealer covers the pores of the grout, preventing it from absorbing dangerous outside contaminants, whilst the epoxy-based sealant is suited for surfaces that come into regular contact with water.

After we were done, the shower was sparkling. The dingy fittings had been removed, and the expansion joints had been cleaned of mold and mildew. We invited the owner to view the results, and when he did, he was flabbergasted. After thanking us, he stated that he would recommend Sir Grout Nashville to his friends and relatives.

We gave the client some counsel before we left his house. To begin, we recommend staying away from do-it-yourself cleaning methods and store-bought items. These cleaners frequently contain toxic chemicals that can hasten tile and grout deterioration. To keep the shower looking great, we recommended that the customer clean it once a week using a pH-neutral cleaner like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. Finally, we recommended wiping away excess water with a dry cloth after each shower to reduce mold formation.

Do you think it's time to give your shower a restoration? Sir Grout Nashville can help you if you live in Nashville or the surrounding areas. Call us at (615) 649-5929 or fill out the "Request a Quote" form on this page to schedule a free consultation today. If you want to keep up with our latest news and promotions, subscribe to our newsletter.

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