Refresh a tiled surface with our simple steps for painting grout.
You’ll learn to fall in love with your bathroom or kitchen backsplash all over again.
To quickly refresh your tile, considerreviving the groutwith paint.
Credit: Designer Celily Mendell’s home in Alamo, California near San Francisco.
Even for a novice DIYer, learning how to paint grout is simple.
Here’s how to successfully revamp your grout color.
If not,use painters tapeto cover the tile, allowing only the grout to show through.
Though it may seem tedious, this step is essential for achieving clean lines and a smooth look.
Next, heat-seal the tape to further prevent seepage.
Paint Grout
Choose your color and begin painting.
Consider colored grout paint in a darker tone tohelp hide stainsand provide a welcome contrast.
Apply the grout paint with long strokes.
Paint one coat over the whole surface and clean as you go.
Let dry completely, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Then complete a second coat and a third if needed.
A toothbrush used specifically for cleaning can be a handy tool for cleaning grout.
Allow the sealer to dry completely.
