While the majority of grout used in bathrooms, kitchens, and on floors is white or nearly white, there are rooms that use colored grout. Sometimes the colored grout is meant to stand out and be in contrast with the tile and other times it is meant to blend in so that the grout lines are not as noticeable. If yu have colored grout in your home, then there are some special grout cleaning tips that you should follow in order to keep your tile and grout looking their best.

First, be careful with every cleaner that you use. It is hard to tell how different chemicals will react with colored grouts so make sure that you test any cleaning agent that you use in a small area that is not easily seen to make sure there will be no fading or damaging of the grout. You will need to use mild chemicals whenever possible. That means that you cannot let your grout get very dirty. Usually you need strong chemicals to get our stains so you cannot let your colored grout get stained or you will end up damaging it in the process of getting out the stain. Weekly cleanings are best to keep your colored grout the right color.

Another helpful hint is to make sure that your grout is sealed properly and often. Because the colored grout is such a big part of the décor and makes such a big statement, it is imperative that the colors not fade and that the grout is not damaged. It will just be so much more noticeable with a colored pallet than it is with white grout. In addition, it is hard to match colors if you need to repair your colored grout. Therefore, you should maintain your grout as best as possible. Topical sealants are easy to apply, but wear off quickly so make sure you apply them often. Penetrating sealants react chemically with the grout and provide better protection, but they might affect the color.