URBAN BATHROOMSGrout & caulking (647) 468-2284

Clean grout and fresh caulking for your shower

We deep-clean stained grout, cut out moldy caulking and lay a new watertight seal. Most showers are done in one visit.

  • In business since 2006
  • Licensed and insured
  • Mold-resistant materials

Drag across the wall to compare stained grout and moldy caulk with the finished result.

Signs your shower needs attention

Grout and caulking are the only things keeping water out of the wall behind your tile. When they fail, the damage is hidden until it is expensive.

  • Black spots in the caulkingMold grows inside the silicone. Bleach only lightens the surface; the bead has to be replaced.
  • Dark or discolored grout linesSoap scum and minerals soak into unsealed grout. A deep clean usually brings back the original colour.
  • Cracked, crumbling or missing groutGaps let water behind the tile. Damaged sections are ground out and regrouted.
  • Peeling or gapped caulk at the tub or glassA separated bead lets water under the tub edge and into the subfloor.

What we do

Only grout and caulking work, done properly. No renovation upsell: if your tile is sound, we restore it.

Caulking removal and replacement

We cut out all of the old caulk, strip the residue, kill mold in the joint, let it dry fully and apply a new bead of 100% mold-resistant silicone. Tub edges, shower bases, corners, glass doors and panels, niches and vanity backsplashes.

Deep grout cleaning

Machine and hand scrubbing with tile-safe cleaners to lift soap scum, mildew and stains from the grout lines.

Grout sealing

A penetrating sealer after cleaning, so water and grime stay on the surface and the grout stays clean longer.

Regrouting

Cracked or crumbling grout is ground out and replaced, matched as closely as possible to the existing colour.

Mold and mildew treatment

Treatment of affected joints before resealing, so new caulk goes onto a clean, dry surface.

How a visit goes

  1. InspectWe check grout, caulk and the tile for loose spots or hidden leaks.
  2. RemoveOld caulking is cut out completely, not covered over.
  3. CleanGrout is deep-cleaned and joints are treated for mold.
  4. Repair and sealDamaged grout is replaced, then sealed.
  5. RecaulkA new silicone bead is applied and tooled smooth.

Plan on keeping the shower dry for about 24 hours after new caulking so the silicone can cure. We’ll give you the exact time for the product we use.

Why Urban Bathrooms

Bathroom specialists since 2006
Hundreds of bathrooms across York Region. We know what goes wrong behind a shower wall.
Licensed and insured
All of our team members are fully licensed, bonded and insured.
Mold-resistant materials
Sealants and cleaners chosen for wet areas, approved for use by Health Canada.
Free estimate, actual quote
Send photos or book a visit. You get a clear price before any work starts.

Questions

Can’t you just put new caulk over the old one?

No. New silicone doesn’t bond to old silicone, and any mold underneath keeps growing. We always remove the old bead completely.

How long does it take?

Caulking replacement for a typical tub or shower takes a few hours. Grout cleaning and regrouting depend on the size of the shower and the condition of the grout; we’ll tell you at the estimate.

When can I use the shower again?

Usually after about 24 hours, once the silicone has cured.

Will cleaning make old grout look new?

In most cases it brings back much of the original colour. If the grout is cracked or badly stained through, regrouting those sections gives a better result.

Can I get a price from photos?

Yes. Mention it in the form and we’ll reply with an email address for photos. A close-up of the worst area and one wide shot of the whole shower are enough to start.

Get a free estimate

Tell us about your shower and we’ll get back to you within one business day.

(647) 468-2284 spotenko@hotmail.com Mon – Sat, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Areas we serve: Newmarket, Aurora, Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan, Thornhill, Maple, Woodbridge, King City and Toronto.

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