Our Stone Polishing Crew Revived This Bathroom Floor in Chicago

June 12, 2024

A couple in Chicago was set on finding a lasting solution for their bathroom floor. Their joint efforts had worked in the past, but at some point, the stone surface started showing signs of decay. While the couple already expected their bathroom surfaces to collect more stains than other parts of the house, the floor's dull appearance still took them off guard.


Luckily, they didn't have to spend too much time looking for a solution. Their efforts went from finding a powerful cleaner to securing the most reliable stone polishing services in Chicago and things moved quickly as soon as they found Sir Grout Chicago online. The couple was impressed by all the information available, and they wanted their bathroom floor to resemble the other successful stories in our picture gallery, so they didn't have to discuss much to realize they were on the same page.

They gave us a call to request an in-home evaluation and the process was done in minutes. A couple of days later, our techs were at the couple's doorstep, ready to inspect the bathroom floor. They could immediately spot the signs of discoloration on the grout. The porous surface had been exposed to different substances and constant traffic until its original white color looked more yellow over time. Meanwhile, the stone tiles looked unattractive despite their elegant design. The homeowners hadn't been able to make the surface shine in weeks, and they were concerned about permanent changes.

After their inspection, our team explained that natural stone is particularly vulnerable to the chemicals you'd find in most store-bought cleaners. These ingredients dull the colors and even trap external elements on the porous surface, so they were not ideal for a regular cleaning routine. The best way to deal with the problem was by deep cleaning the bathroom floor, polishing the stone, and sealing the surface at the end of the restoration. The couple agreed with our crew's assessment and scheduled a new appointment right away.

On the agreed-upon date, our specialists returned to the clients' home to work on the floor. They made sure that plastic protection surrounded the area before cleaning the floor with a stone-safe solution. As the cleaner dried on the surface, our techs ran a high-speed scrubber to eliminate all traces of mold, dust, and grime.

Next, they honed the tiles with three sets of diamond pads, each with a different level of grit. Our experts removed all the etch marks and other impurities, marring the stone until all the tiles had a nice matte finish. To restore their natural shine, our techs used special polishing powders on the stone and repeated the process several times to ensure that the results were the same on all the tiles.

It was time to work on the grout. For this, our team applied Sir Grout's flagship ColorSeal on all the grout lines. Our sealant restored the grout's white color and worked as a barrier to repel liquids, dirt, and other external elements. After buffing the tiles with stone sealant, our techs ensured the protection of all porous surfaces, leaving the bathroom floor much better equipped to withstand weeks of constant activity.

The floor brought life to the couple's bathroom and they couldn't be happier with the result. They both thanked our experts for their stone restoration services and promised to recommend Sir Grout Chicago to everyone they knew.

As always, our techs had some additional pointers to share at the end of the appointment, so we'll briefly go over them here. Their first recommendation was to switch from bleach and generic cleaners to pH-neutral formulas like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. pH-neutral products won't subject stone surfaces to harsh ingredients so preserving the natural color is not as difficult. On top of providing all the effectiveness you could ask for, our cleaner also works without contaminating your spaces with toxic fumes, so your cleaning routine is safer and more rewarding all around.

When it comes to the care of natural stone surfaces, other recommendations include choosing the right tools to wipe out the stains and avoiding non-abrasive items in favor of a mop, a towel, or a terry cloth. The right environment can also do half of the work for you because you won't have to deal with mold and mildew when you keep a well-ventilated area. That's why our crew always reminds clients to open the windows and doors, especially if their bathroom surfaces are vulnerable to the effects of moisture buildup.

Sir Grout Chicago sets the standard for hard surface restoration, so you don't have to settle for dull surfaces inside your home. Our specialists have all the necessary skills to give your floors the care they deserve, and we provide the most advanced equipment to ensure long-lasting results. Just call (773) 923-2084 or schedule a free quote online to request an appointment. And remember to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.