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Should I use caulk or silicone for my shower floor?

Posted on July 21, 2022July 23, 2022 by Jason Pettinato

They both suck in wet areas. Especially when applied over a dirty surface. If you use either, expect to have to replace it when it’s starts peeling or cracking. The reason why tile industry standards recommend those types of sealants is because tile corners move or expand and contract which is normal. They shouldn’t move…

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Grout over Grout? Is that possible?

Posted on July 16, 2022September 7, 2022 by Jason Pettinato

Is it possible to grout over grout? I thought that was a sure way for failure? It is if you are applying regular grout over grout. Grout is not a adhesive so it will not stick to anything. It is designed to wrap around the tile and also needs to be the full depth of…

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Hard Water and Soap Scum Deposits are Invisible

Posted on July 13, 2022September 21, 2023 by Jason Pettinato

 no chemicals can remove hard water and soap scum like an old school razor blade. How do I know this? because I have tried acid based, alkaline based cleaners, scrub pads ranging from very abrasive to mild, and power tools like a polisher. it all comes back to the old school razor. My business…

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Shower Floor Grout Issues – Fixed!

Posted on July 7, 2022July 18, 2022 by Jason Pettinato

Fix it Right! Gotta keep that water from getting under tile and grout. That’s why it’s part of our standard services. We use epoxy grout. What do my competitor’s use? Ask them but I bet it’s some type of caulk. We know what happens to caulk when it’s in a wet area like a shower…

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Shower Glass Cleaning – Hard Water Spot Removal

Posted on June 8, 2022September 3, 2022 by Jason Pettinato

After many tests using powders, pastes, gels, scrub pads, soft scrub, bar keeper’s choice, acids, razor blades, and steel wool, I have found a method that works for me and seems to be consistent with results. Tools: 3″ Rotary Polisher with variable speed 3″ glass felt pad Bio-Clean Hard Water Stain Remover Soft Scrub Cleanser…

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