How to Clean Dirty Grout with Homemade Cleaner | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains how to clean dirty tile grout using only household supplies.
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Time: 4-5 hours
Skill Level: Beginner
Tools:
Stiff scrub brush [amzn.to/3akDSsw]
Sponge [amzn.to/2XE0yRx]
(OPTIONAL) Grout knife [amzn.to/2VwokfS]
Shopping List:
Dish soap [amzn.to/34H1HcA]
Baking soda [amzn.to/2VD6982]
White vinegar [amzn.to/3ctKy9b]
Grout sealer [amzn.to/2ylHJrE]
Steps for Cleaning Grout with Homemade Cleaner:
1. Fill a cup with warm water.
2. Add the baking soda to the cup to give the mixture grit.
3. Add a few drops of the dish soap to the cup. Mix everything together.
4. Pour the vinegar along the edges of the grout. Don’t do too much at once or the floor will be really wet and more difficult to work on.
5. Pour the mixture on top of the vinegar along the grout lines.
6. Scrub the grout lines with the stiff scrub brush.
7. After scrubbing, let the mixture sit for about five minutes. Then, scrub it again with the brush.
8. Wipe off the excess vinegar mixture with a sponge. Allow the floor to dry. It could take about 45 minutes.
9. (OPTIONAL) If that doesn’t work, try gently scraping the top layer of the grout with a grout knife. They’re meant for removing grout, so do this carefully.
10. Apply the grout sealer along all the grout lines.
11. Allow the sealer to dry for 3-4 hours. Then apply a second coat.
12. Repeat this sealing process every year, especially for light colored grout.
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Tom’s homemade solution for cleaning grout included concentrated dish soap, baking soda, and white vinegar. These can found at most grocery and department stores.
Rather than using a toothbrush, Tom recommends using a cleaning brush [amzn.to/3akDSsw] with stronger bristles. They sell specialty grout cleaning brushes at most home centers in the Tile aisle. The one Tom used in the video is manufactured by QEP (www.qep.com/).
If the stains are really deep in the grout, Tom recommends using a grout removal tool and lightly scraping it against the grout to remove the layer of grout that’s been stained. Do this cautiously. The grout removal tool Tom used [amzn.to/2VwokfS] in the video is also manufactured by QEP (www.qep.com/ ).
Once the grout is clean, Tom suggests that sealing the grout once per year will prevent it from staining again. Tom used a TileLab Grout Sealer [amzn.to/2ylHJrE], which is manufactured by Custom Building Products (www.custombuil...) and can be found at most home centers.
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[@SuzanAlbright]

so true!

[@Fldavestone]

As a 40 year tile pro i would add to let the mixture sit on the grout a few minutes before and after scrubbing.Flood the area with water and remove it with a wetvac first.Then a wet sponge.It will be much cleaner getting the dirt completely off the grout.As far as sealing, allow the sealer to dwell on the joint a minute to be absorbed and reapply if it is absorbed ,wipe off excess over the entire tile with a dry rag .And reseal if grout darkens when wet.You won't necessarily need to reseal every year unless you clean grout often.

[@tburda823]

Hello from the past, lol, your advice seems very sound, would it hurt to seal every year no matter what? I struggle with maintenance tasks like this if I don't have a routine schedule setup. (Furnace filter, smoke detector batteries, gutter cleaning etc...) thanks

[@dannusmk1578]

Fidavestone THANK YOU!

[@jnanakshatriya668]

Yeah if you dont wipe off seal in 5 mins it will form a thin film on tile. You can always test with drop of water to see if it gets immediately absorbed. Then reapply seal.

[@Sankofo_90]

This was an awesome video! I learned so much in under 5 mins. Like, I had no idea that the grout should be sealed about once/year. I also wouldn't have known about multiple coats, wait times, or that a simple brush applicator bottle of sealer was available at the home store. Seriously, thank you so much! I feel so much more confident in taking care of it myself!

[@Hallowsaw]

If you use a ceremic sealant you can do it once every 3 years.

[@CitizenTurtleIsland]

I put on a sealant last year when I had some new flooring installed. I think I need to do it 2x/yr. I still have some grime in there that stained the grout. (My first mistake was to pick a very light grout.)

[@sharonpopolow6874]

I know, my parents never did this and I never hear anyone talk about it. I doubt many people know that outside the tile industry.

[@nitawilliams9726]

What the name of the sealer?

[@supremelawfirm]

Tommy, If there were a whole lot more professionals like you, this world would be a MUCH better place! Keep up the good work. /s/ Paul (born in Worcester, Massachusetts)

[@craigschlie3756]

Grout is an alkali, vinegar is an acid. The application of the acid dissolves some of the grout. Baking soda is a buffer and neutralizes the acid; dish detergent is a surfactant. The surfactant breaks down surface tension facilitating the removal of the water and debris released when a small amount of grout is dissolved.

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Wow! What he said! 😂

[@lauracain588]

I actually thought he was gonna do it for her! 😂

[@xrisbeast9151]

@@lauracain588 Lol

[@elishadanieljoseph8583]

Thank you for this!!

[@lizzybbizzy6447]

Exactly, I was hoping I would find this comment Bleach is bad too because it’s alkaline and it doses something to the grout too Ph neutral floor cleaner is best

[@jonoubeh]

This was so helpful. I had been dreading cleaning the grout in my bathroom thinking it would be a nightmare. This made it so easy! Thank you!

[@EzekielsCall]

I had no idea it was that easy to clean or to seal it. I used one of those grout pens to make mine white, and had no idea how to seal it, and as soon as I washed my floor with a sponge mop, all the grime went right into those grout lines.... so the grout pen didn't really do much, because the grime was just going right on top of it. Thank you for showing us how it's done!

[@TheSlipperyNoodle]

You know your house is in house is in order when you have Tom Silva come over any the only thing for him to do is help clean the grout ;)

[@conqwiztadore2213]

Master carpenter baby!

[@kickflipaws]

Love Tom..

[@shawnpa]

We all do.

[@kimberlycamacho8604]

@@kickflipaws wax pen

[@HendersonHinchfinch]

You know your comment is in comment is in order when....

[@smurfiennes]

I’ve never heard about the sealer, thanks for the info

[@carlosmoran2869]

Home Depot has a neat sealer applicator bottle with a small wheel on the end works really good to apply cleaning solution and sealer on grout

[@crabbyhayes1076]

I have done what Mr. Silva recommends over the years, and it has worked OK. However, I find the dirt and grime will eventually leach out, and the stains reappear. In order to do a better job, I use my Dupray Neat steamer. Imho, it does a much better job of deep cleaning. It does take a bit of time initially, but after that touch-up is easy.

[@marklindvall]

Worked great. I used a turkey baster to put on the vinegar as I am not a good at poring as the lady in the video.

[@mspinchey]

I was thinking of using a plastic mustard bottle. I used an old water bottle today. Mopped with lavender Fabuloso afterwards. Smells great!

[@1105pitbull]

Just watched video that suggested Gel toilet bowl cleaner that worked beautifully and not as messy. Bead it on the grout, let it set for 15 min and wipe up.

[@charris721]

Love the men of This Old House. They can do anything!

[@eat_things]

Best grout cleaner I’ve ever tried after trying everything is a steam cleaner with a small nozzle. Seriously. Nothing cleans like it. A cheap hand held one with a pointy nozzle will do. If you’re thinking about giving up, try that. And then you can paint the grout and seal if necessary.

[@shindanu]

It's might chip out like that. But yeah try that. Or go to a professional cleaning supply store and buy some of their soaps. Lol.

[@johnanders8861]

shindanu I just use Green Label SteraSheen cleaner. It’s just a foodservice grade sanitizer that is powdered sodium hypochlorite, the same ingredient in bleach, but you can make it much more comcentrated. You can buy it online or at your nearest food service supply store. They are only $0.75 a bag.

[@chestermicek]

I rented a steam cleaner from Home Depot & used it to clean the tile & grout in the bathroom, kitchen, and on the front porch. It worked like a champ & it was ten times less work than this toothbrush nonsense.

[@johnmal5975]

@@chestermicek You are a 100% percent correct Chester! I own a cleaning company and Chester's way is the way to do it. Try using that toothbrush nonsense on a 3600 sq. foot house. If this lady does this to the rest of her house she will need a chiropractor and some back surgery. Nice trick if you live in a 1 bedroom apartment. The video is ridiculous!

[@MARKWILLIAMS-tm4rf]

@@johnmal5975 And your statement Sir is 100% correct!

[@Val_Emrys]

OMG. My story of how I ended up with very light cream colored grout in my kitchen is the same as hers with the same results. I tried the method in this VOD and many others with no improvement at all. Finally I got out my lady bug steamer again, but this time coated the grout with Murphy’s oil soap then scrubbed with the steamer stiff bristle attachment. Finally! All the discolorations were as if they never happened. I had a place where I spilled red wine and one with coffee. All the rest was the normal grime buildup in high traffic areas and was obvious when compared to corner areas.

[@mspinchey]

My steamer is on order. Murphy’s is great stuff. Not sure you want to add oil to grout as most cleaners try to degrease grout.

[@Val_Emrys]

@@mspinchey I think my method worked because the dirt was not greasy. Also, I now pretreat the grout with a water and vinegar solution first and that has worked even better. I just clean the grout about once a year now and it stays fairly light with just regular mop cleaning when needed.

[@reesea365]

I love this! Did not know you are supposed to re-seal your grout once a year?!

[@frankiepezzolla]

Yup, this way it doesn’t absorb dirt and stains

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[@lydia5684]

I have same tiles. and my bathroom is small like hers. I did a small section and oh my goodness like new. Love people and their hacks!!!

[@bettyhouk8727]

Happy you are using Dawn dish soap ,been using this product ❤️since it first came on the market ! It is the best 👍👍👍

[@lisas2538]

I tried this and I worked great. I’m so impressed. Thank you!!

[@jamesdeveaux5541]

Just tried this August 23rd, 2024. It works very well.

[@janicechiaretto7082]

great tip - but proportions or ratios of water, soda and detergent?

[@dheerajg5253]

Thank you so much both of you - sir and madam. You not only explained it easily, but also given step by step written text to refer it.. Lots of love and blessings to you both

[@susancrawford2343]

I have a steamer and, if used once a year, cleans the grout in no time. If it's really bad, I can use the mix mentioned here. I was always a fan of "This Old House".

[@girthalamule]

The blue lysol toilet bowl cleaner works great. Put a bead along the grout, let it set in for around 20 minutes, scrub with a toothbrush then wipe up. Works like a charm

[@jenniferfitzgerald1796]

No! The. blue stains grout.

[@girthalamule]

@@jenniferfitzgerald1796 it didn't stain our grout. Cleaned it up really nice.

[@bluepandaman]

This worked! Unfortunately almost my entire home is tile so this would take a month.

[@gladysma308]

Thank you. Need to seal grout every year. 1:09 ingredients vinegar, detergent, baking soda.

[@happygirl2809]

There are grout cleaning brush heads that attach to poles that make scrubbing easier.

[@Joecrow-waytogo]

Tommy Silva! What a nice surprise to see this video. I have total trust in his abilities..And he's still such a cutie. The guy just doesn't age.

[@rocketj7449]

As a certified stone and masonry cleaner, I feel it necessary to inform the viewers that if you clean your grout with vinegar every time, your grout will become etched and eventually your grout will be reduced greatly. Acidic based cleaners actually void the warranty from grout manufacturers like Custom, Laticrete, and Mapei. What should be used to clean grout? Since grout is Alkaline, you must use and Alkaline based cleaner if you want to make your grout last. Alkaline based cleaners have a PH of over 7, and are typically between 9-11 on the ph scale. If you're unsure about the ph of a cleaning product, do a search online for their MSDS. Lastly, if you wish to clean with an acid because you are attempting to restore grout, please neutralize with an Alkaline product.

[@Horizon301.]

So what would you use?

[@tpc3416]

Baking soda neutralizes the vinegar. That's why it's used in swimming pools and spas as PH+.

[@Ambaa436]

This works great just wish it wasn’t so time consuming half my house is tiles

[@gladysma308]

Than you very much. 3:20 use a grout knife to clean too dirty grout and seal. Leave the seal for 4 hours and apply the 2nd time. Seal grout every year.

[@6mommom]

i always use only dish detergent and water to clean the dirty grout, works very well

[@garymccloskeyjr.6265]

This is solid and thank you! I've been struggling with cleaners and for my colored grout and nothing works. Going to try this and get some sealer on there ASAP!

[@reck0n3r]

Did it work?

[@reck0n3r]

Okay, so i tried this a few weeks ago on our place while we were doing our renos, and I did it WITHOUT the soap - just vinegar and baking soda - and it turned out great. I would have done it for the rest of the floor but we were pressed for time, and I noticed some areas had almost NO grout remaining, so they stayed a bit dirty. We ended up going a different route, entirely due to lack of time, but if I even had an extra day or two to do it - for 400sq ft of tile, there's no question I would have. So to those wondering about more testimonies, it definitely works, don't necessarily require the dishsoap, but if you have harder to remove stains I could see it helping - depending on how much tile grout you're trying to clean, be sure to give yourself enough time. It's very easy and straightforward.

[@funkyfishpam]

My white grout had turned positively dark grey over 10 years. I was sceptical and took a before photo so that I could see the difference. I needn't have bothered with the photo because the dirt just stripped right off! It did take 1-2 hrs to clean with a toothbrush, but I didn't have to go over anything twice so I don'tthink it could have gone much faster. Maybe a brush like in the video would have been faster? Bathroom grout next weekend 🙂

[@crmcbrideww]

This is fine on ceramic or porcelain tiles but don't use it on natural stone. The vinegar is very acidic and it will etch marble and granite.

[@crmcbrideww]

@bubba lee straight vinegar is actually around 2.5 pH. That's if you don't dilute it but in the video Tommy added dish soap which is high pH, so the pH is probably closer towards being balanced.

[@r-anne7375]

You are so right Charles. We had 3300 sq. Ft. Of Capuchino marble installed. The installation was perfect but the installer used vinegar to clean it and it left etch marks and dull spots everywhere. Had to hire a marble & stone company to restore it and that was very expensive. Never use vinegar to clean grout between marble or stone.

[@kcstoneguy]

Marble has calcium in it the vinegar will Etch it Ive been repolishing etches for 20 years now a natural stone cleaner w have an alkaline ph level

[@DeannaWillistonOFS]

Vinegar bottles are labeled but can vary widely by country. Most American kinds of vinegar are 5% and 2.4 pH. Note that Heinz also makes a cleaning vinegar that is 6% acid. I have seen some German brands with much higher acid levels.

[@Detroitmamma]

@@kcstoneguy what product do you use on yr marble or stone?

[@syl4249]

Well, I have tried everything, nothing worked. The last thing I tried and have been using since it is the Clorox bleach get and a brush. It’s so easy and fast. This stuff really works!!!’!!

[@replyhere590]

And I have found that the bleach can be diluted with water and still work (might have to let it sit a while). NOTE: Bleach will take the color out of colored/tinted grout!

[@warnerb]

I use a long handled grout brush and you can spray the cleaner on the grout from standing. Both this cleaning solution looks effective.

[@M-.-Jones]

I tried this and it does seem to work. It’s worth mentioning, After you’ve scrubbed it and wiped up the excess it may actually look dirtier until the spot completely dries. Once dried it should look much cleaner.

[@nuggetthebeagle]

And should seal before it gets dirty again

[@Bobrogers99]

I stupidly opted for ceramic tile in my kitchen. They allegedly sealed the grout, but it didn't take long for kitchen grease to turn it brown. At first I tried scrubbing it but eventually decided that dark brown grout looks OK, though it took a year or so for it to become uniform in color. The flooring people told me that they don't install grouted tile in kitchens anymore because staining is inevitable. HGTV loves grouted tile because it looks great when newly installed, but I cringe when I see it over the kitchen stove. In areas with iron in the water, tiled shower stalls can become a cleaning chore. If you prefer easy maintenance over glamour, don't choose grouted tile!

[@cw5451]

That is fan-freaking-tastic! I have all of those ingredients, and I’ve been trying to clean my grout for two days now, and it’s not much better. So this looks like it should solve my problem! Hallelujah!

[@user-dq2ym1nn9k]

did it work

[@cw5451]

@@user-dq2ym1nn9k yes, with the aid of a grout brush. Then I later learned that vinegar is bad to use on grout. I also later learned that toilet bowl cleaner is supposed to work well to clean grout.

[@Horizon301.]

@@cw5451 bleach?

[@cw5451]

@@Horizon301. I think bleach is also destructive to grout. I would try the toilet bowl cleaner without bleach on a test section and see if it works. Be sure to use a grout brush too.

[@Horizon301.]

@@cw5451 ah in the UK here I just call the toilet stuff bleach. But yeah that’s exactly what I would use. I shall give it a try. Thank you

[@ccswede]

Vinegar will dissolve the grout. The sodium bicarbonate neutralizes the vinegar. Use ammonia it cleans without damaging the grout.

[@ccswede]

The zep 505 product contains toxic material which has skin and nervous system toxicity. Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs see Msds resources.cleanitsupply.com/MSDS/ZPEZU50532_MSDS.PDF. NH3 is a respiratory irritant. Both products require Personnel protective equipment. Use what you feel safe using.

[@elvindoherty1028]

I used scrubbing bubbles and hot water works

[@y2knoproblem]

Another website says mixing vinegar and baking soda produces CO2, H2O, and Na (salt), thereby canceling out the effects each compound has if used on its own. Vinegar is an acid. Baking Soda is a base.

[@alethan5355]

love DYI stuff for saving money thanks for the upload

[@donna5370]

I heard that vinegar is corrosive to grout. My sister found out sugar soap with a stiff scrubbing brush works wonders and isn't corrosive.

[@Khanumayr]

Super easy to understand and everything one has at home to clean it. Thank you for the simple tutorial for my project next weekend.

[@DDEENY]

Why not use a spray bottle to apply the vinegar with the nozzle set to the stream setting? It seems to make more sense than pouring from the vinegar bottle. That dish soap is apparently Dawn Ultra although its label is apparently prevented from being seen for endorsement reasons. The same is true for the grout sealer. (They have no problem revealing the Arm & Hammer baking soda.) Dawn Ultra is far superior to to other brands and dollar store dish soap doesn't compare. The Lidl food stores carry a dish soap brand named Ultra which is comparable to Dawn Ultra. I'd be inclined to add household bleach somewhere in this cleaning process, possibly spraying it on the grout with a spray bottle set to its stream setting and letting it stand for a few minutes before rinsing thoroughly with water. Don't let the bleach stand on the tile for a prolonged period because it will etch and dull the tile finish. I'd cleaned the grout around the perimeter of my bathtub and wall this way by using toilet paper and soaking the toilet paper with full-strength bleach and allowing to stand overnight. By morning when the paper was pulled away, the mildew stains were gone and the grout was snow-white like new, but the tub's porcelain finish was etched in areas where the bleach flowed down onto it. (That may be a good idea to apply as a prep if planning to paint a tub with epoxy paint.)

[@glennsankey8186]

I use toothpaste and a bristle brush and elbow grease. Looks awesome when finished.

[@momlovesnoel]

Windex and a toothbrush. Its quick and easy.

[@Grant_S_M]

toothpaste works pretty good too!

[@tomr2007]

I never was a fan of sealers on grout. They really don't do very much to prevent staining and actually make cleaning more difficult. Floor tile should be installed with an epoxy grout. Its more difficult to install but will last the lifetime of the tile and not need extra cleaning.

[@emmsue1053]

Grout sealer!! Who knew? Thank you.

[@feleciaa1]

Wow didn’t know you had to use the sealer every year. 😊 Going to try this mixture.

[@DennisInVenice]

I’ve used a steam cleaner on grout but this cleaning method looks great

[@robkeshav800]

Great video. Can we use the same process on shower tile grout? Thanks.

[@susanbrizek1692]

Tawm is da best!!! Love it!!

[@slave0418]

I did use a pool chlorine and thin brush-2X. Smell of cource. Grout was almost black from a previous owner. Now it is pink again. :-)

[@MrBob-vc4qd]

Hydrogen peroxide and baking soda using a tooth brush. Let it sit for half an hour then wipe with a damp cloth. Will look like new after it dries. Already did it, worked great.

[@Chamarita357]

Thanks I will surely try this remedy!👍🏼

[@Ash-nx5rx]

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[@jeanneocampo7164]

Worked perfectly. Thank you! Wish I could post a picture.

[@andrewl1556]

Looks great for floors but what about application on tiled walls?

[@goldilocks5568]

I feel like it would work the same

[@gracitaestepa2395]

Thank you that's what I need to clean the grout

[@Slevenski99]

You know you made it when Tom goes through your pantry unsupervised.

[@mspinchey]

Hope he found the cookies!

[@ellieco9174]

Brilliant advice!! Thanks from uk

[@31acruz]

the sealer made it yellow up, will it whiten back again when it dries up?

[@jenniferbringman9054]

LoveThis Old House and gang!

[@kartkan]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@lauramorgan2003]

Awesome I miss you guys I’d love watching you guys a long time a go on television you guys are for real yeah

[@Blood_Eagle_wife]

The certified tile installer who put the tile down in 2 rooms told us to NEVER use vinegar on grout because it causes the grout to deteriorate. Can you address this please?

[@AndysGeneral]

You wouldn't want to do it regularly. You had to break it down a bit in this instance before resealing

[@deborahdesanto2313]

Can a thin crack be repaired to keep it from getting bigger?

[@tommiegorman1083]

How much baiking soda and how much dish soap? And on a wall I suppose I'd use a pump bottle sprayer?

[@jamisontaylor878]

30 second outdoor cleaner from homedepot and a shop vac and a good scrub brush !!! Your welcome trust me !!!!

[@pbenson56fran]

Just found this in my watch later list. Thank you I got the ingredients.

[@jamjar5716]

So does the husband now have the responsibility of sealing the grout once a year?😊

[@awesomeniecy9242]

Will try that👍

[@carolyngray5957]

Hello, I really like this video. Thanks. I have a dark grout with some efflorescence on it. Will this method work for that? Thanks

[@poet2772]

Thanks…I will definitely try this.

[@99leave]

That's soooo much work. can't be something faster?

[@johnshams6921]

Resourceful solution

[@atrain818]

Worked good for me. Thanks Tom

[@trubdour]

For anyone who might be installing a new tile floor or re-grouting an old floor, consider using an Epoxy grout and you won't have to deal with dirty grout lines. I would recommend having a pro install the epoxy grout because it dries quickly and you need to move fast.

[@markb4656]

I have to disagree with your statement about epoxy grout. My epoxy grout is about 4 years old and I have had to scrub it once a year and the last time I put sealer on it after cleaning, so I will see if it helps.

[@trubdour]

@@markb4656 Sorry to hear that. Epoxy grouts are supposed to be non-porous and do not need to be sealed. That's why I recommended it. I like the epoxy grout I applied to my own kitchen 3 years ago because it has maintained its original color(no fading or discoloration like some non-epoxy grouts) and cleans up very well. I should mention that it is a darker colored grout(charcoal colored) so its probably better at hiding dirt than the more common lighter colored grouts. Apparently the search for a more maintenance friendly grout will continue.

[@excxflyr]

My goodness Tommy is their anything you cant handle?

[@TheInroad]

Incompetence

[@geoffreybreasley9845]

Your UNBELIEVABLE WOW

[@petersymons7817]

Thank you

[@jodyyanow2756]

What is the ration of the vinegar to the baking soda?

[@joannabuchanan3287]

❤ watching This Old House.

[@kenmore01]

5:1 water to bleach. Works great!

[@ttnnaples8060]

That did not get the stains up to match other grout. I recommend to, while grout is still new and white, seal it with oil base paint with tooth brushes...took a few. But they're cheap. Did 1,325 sq ft of 18" tile that way. Has stayed gorgeous. That little bath could have been done in 10 minutes.

[@cindymorey3804]

My tile man said not to seal my grout because it does not need it. Should I seal ? I am confused, I have used the tool to clean it and have been working on it for a long time since my area is huge. Thank you.

[@Simplyluvly]

Wow, brilliant. It's cheap and easy. I have to clean the dirty grout in my home soon.

[@jennifers6435]

Good old vinyl

[@mikebiehn3650]

Since the video didn't say I'm assuming the portions used are whatever you feel necessary?

[@AKHWJ3ST]

Sealing grout once a year! THAT'S why I hate tile!

[@MrFIXIT101]

I use a lot of different types of grouts but I feel the best if applicable is epoxy grout it's not porous you don't have to seal it and the tile will probably crack before the grout