Tile is the easy-to-clean surface that reigns supreme in kitchens and bathrooms, but we’re not so wild about the stuff that glues the tiles together—you know, the grout. These grooves in between tiles ...

With tile, the difference between dingy and dazzling often comes down to the grout in between. “Grout is incredibly porous—like a giant sponge—which means it will absorb any grease, grime, oils or ...

Even with regular floor mopping, shower wall scrubbing, and countertop cleaning, tile grout inevitably gets filthy. This homemade grout cleaning solution can get rid of those grout stains with less ...

The lines of grout between the tiles in your shower, bathroom walls and floor tiles can get grungy and gray after a while. Refresh its appearance by cleaning and resealing. There are three major types ...

Ceramic tile is a standard for kitchen counters because it’s nearly indestructible, resisting burns, stains, scratches and dents. But there are some weak links: grout for one, and too often counters ...

Dear James: The kids have burned a spot with hot pans in my laminated kitchen countertop. I cannot afford a new countertop. Is there any method to make a repair myself that will not look terrible? - ...