{"title":"Grout Repair \u0026 Maintenance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grout acts as a waterproof barrier for your tile, and grout is also susceptible to wear and tear. If you notice fissures or empty spots between your tiles, the waterproof seal is compromised and needs repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrout Removal: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you find it necessary to remove and patch or replace your grout, you will want to use specialized tools like \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10020\/qep-grout-removal-tool-with-3-durable-carbide-tips\"\u003eQEP’s Carbide Tip Grout Removal Tool\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10057\/qep-grout-saw\"\u003ePro Grout Saw\u003c\/a\u003e which are designed to easily remove old, dirty or pitted grout. For bigger jobs, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grout-repair-and-maintenance?filter.product_type=Grout+Removal+Blades\u0026amp;filter.mf_identity_collection_name=Xtreme+Pro-Series\"\u003eQEP’s Xtreme Grout Removal Blades\u003c\/a\u003e for multi-tools are available in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10088\/qep-xtreme-premium-diamond-grit-grout-removal-curved-blade\"\u003eCurved\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10089\/qep-xtreme-premium-diamond-grit-grout-removal-straight-blade\"\u003eStraight\u003c\/a\u003e options which, together, can navigate contours or perform intricate corner work \u0026amp; plunge cuts in tight spaces, making them indispensable for projects to repair grout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrout Repair: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen you’re ready to install your new grout, use a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/76000\/qep-grout-bag-with-heavy-duty-tip\"\u003eGrout Bag\u003c\/a\u003e to help with clean, precise application of grout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreventative Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealing gives the ultimate grout protection - and the best proactive measure for grout maintenance. Grout is best sealed with an epoxy resin sealer, which seals the grout, and also makes it waterproof. A \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10279\/qep-grout-sealer-applicator-12-oz-roller-bottle\"\u003eGrout Sealer Roller Applicator\u003c\/a\u003e that offers quick application, or a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/19999\/qep-grout-sealer-applicator-4-oz-brush-bottle\"\u003eGrout Sealer Brush Bottle\u003c\/a\u003e with a brush tip that offers precision application for professional results, are essential to maintain the integrity and performance of your new grout. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/collections\/Grout-Repair-and-Maintenance_2500x651px.jpg?v=1781821727","url":"https:\/\/shopqep.com\/collections\/grout-repair-and-maintenance.oembed","provider":"shopQEP.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}