Grout Haze Left On Tile

Grout haze comes off slate that s sealed with grout release but it leaves unsealed tile looking dull.

Grout haze left on tile.

Grout haze is the cement based haze that is left on the tiles after grouting them. Repeat these steps on the next few tiles working your way across the. Clean the floor sweep or vacuum the floor thoroughly then wet mop the tile to dampen it. Mix the grout haze remover put on nitrile chemical resistant gloves.

Grout haze should be removed as soon as possible after grouting the tiles. It may also collect dirt and footprints faster. Normally a scotch brite pad water and a little rubbing will remove grout residue and the hazy appearance it causes. Dry and buff the tiles with a dry terrycloth towel.

If after grouting you re left with a grout residue on your new slate giving it a gray lifeless appearance take heart. If removed in a timely manner then a simple cheese cloth or paper towel can be used to remove the grout haze. Scrub the residue moisten a few tiles with the sponge and warm water. Exert more effort if the residue does not scrub off quickly.

Instructions wait for the grout to cure wait at least 10 days for newly installed grout to cure before using grout haze remover. If you don t clean it up right away it leaves a foggy residue that sits on top of the tile which can leave it looking lackluster.