When to Clean Tile Grout and When to Replace It
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Tile grout can be restored with simple cleaning if it's just surface dirt or mildew. However, once grout is cracked, crumbling, or repeatedly stained despite scrubbing, it's lost its waterproof seal and needs replacement. Persistent mold inside the grout itself also signals it's time to chip it out and start fresh.