Are You Supposed to Seal Porcelain Tile?

I remember staring at the box of unsealed porcelain tile I’d just lugged up three flights of stairs, a bead of sweat tracing a path through the dust on my forehead. ‘Wait, do I need to seal this stuff?’ I muttered to myself, a familiar wave of DIY dread washing over me. The internet, bless … Read more

Are Tile Grout Pens Any Good? My Brutal

I remember staring at my shower grout, a sad, dingy grey that made the whole bathroom look neglected. It was one of those DIY jobs I thought would be a quick win, a little touch-up to make things sparkle. Then I saw those grout pens advertised everywhere – bright, colourful tubes promising instant grout perfection. … Read more

Am 50 Tile Grout: Does It Really Work?

Look, let’s cut to the chase. When I first heard about ‘am 50 tile grout’, I was skeptical. Another product promising the moon, right? I’ve been burned by enough ‘miracle’ tile sealers and grouts over the years, spending good money on stuff that looked great for about three weeks before turning into a stained, crumbly … Read more