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Recaulking and Regrouting in Schaumburg and Greater Chicagoland Area

Prestige uses various methods to recaulk and regrout showers & floors on all different types of material. We use high quality grouts and 100% fountain and pool strength silicones that will last for years to come.

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Recaulking

Whether it’s your shower, tub, sink or back-splash, caulking plays a crucial role in protecting your surfaces against water damage, mold and expensive repairs.

When you start to notice cracking, peeling, separation, mold, mildew, hardening or no caulk at all, it’s time to get that surface recaulked. New caulking will also significantly improve the look of any surface to like new. While caulking isn’t permanent, we have put in the time and
effort to understand how it works and how to get the most out of it. That’s why all of our caulking lasts for a minimum of 3-5 years.

Let the experts take care of all your caulking needs with over 30 custom colors to match your tile and grout perfectly.

Old moldy caulk removed and replaced in a shower
Shower corner before and after recaulking

Shower and Bathtub Recaulking

Old caulk fully removed, joints steam cleaned and dried, then sealed with 100% silicone.

Wet areas are a great hideout for mold and mildew, so next time you’re in your shower take a look around and make sure your caulking is secure. Even the slightest separation can cause mold to grow underneath the caulk and turn into water damage or even cause health issues.

In wet areas, we only use premium 100% silicone caulking with microban for added mold and mildew protection. Over 30 custom colors for a perfect match.
In dry areas, we use a premium acrylic based caulk, which allows for a paintable, mold and mildew free and crack free surface. (Sanded or non-sanded options in over 20 colors.)

Surfaces that may need caulking or recaulking:

  • Showers, tubs, sinks and fixtures.
  • Backsplashes.
  • Thresholds and Trim – Tile/Wood, Tile/Doors, Tile/Drywall.

Our process includes: Removal of all old caulking, high heat/high pressure steam cleaning (to kill any residual mold or mildew) and drying of all joints to insure a water tight, long lasting grasp to the surface.

Regrouting a shower floor with epoxy grout & recaulking perimeters.

Regrouting

Cracked or missing grout replaced to keep water from getting behind your tile.

In the circumstance where your grout is deteriorating, just wasn’t installed properly or even happens to be chipping and cracking, Prestige will recommend a regrouting service. We will remove and replace all of the deteriorating grout and install new high quality pre sealed sanded or non sanded grout. Unlike a quick skim coat, our prep and removal of the old grout is thorough, because the goal is a job that lasts for years to come.

Epoxy Grout For Shower Floors & Other Areas

Epoxy grout can be used on any surface joint and is especially made for natural stone but we found it to be the most maintenance free for use on shower floors.

This is the most common area in a house that will mold and become stained over time. 95% of installations are done with regular sanded or non sanded grout and NOT epoxy grout. Even when sealed properly, clear sealants will only last about 6 months to a year on a shower floor and then your grout will become permanently stained.

When hiring a company to clean your shower floor, most will only give you the option of re cleaning and re sealing your shower floor and even sometimes painting the grout lines. This does not last and will only peel in the immediate future.

Choose epoxy grout and Prestige for your next shower floor regrout.

Why we love Epoxy Grout:

  • Stainproof.
  • Improved non-sag formula for walls and floors.
  • Uniform color—no blotchiness or shading.
  • Easy to maintain, cleanable to the original color.
  • Meets performance requirements of ANSI A118.3.
  • 80 minutes working time at 70°F (21°C).
  • Ideal for installations at wide temperature ranges.
  • Tough, durable, and crack resistant.
  • Improved outperforms cement based grout.

Tub and Shower Corners

Corners move the most, so we seal them with flexible silicone instead of grout.

Corners and the joint where the tub or shower pan meets the tile take the most water, and they are the first place caulk fails. Once caulk cracks or pulls away, water gets behind it and mold grows in the joint.

  • All old caulk removed: we cut out every bead, not just the bad spots.
  • Mold treated: we steam the joints at 350° and let them dry completely.
  • Grout repaired: cracked or missing grout next to the joint gets patched.
  • Fresh caulk: premium 100% silicone with Microban in every corner and change of plane.
Moldy, stained tub corner caulk and grout before and after recaulking

Cure Times

Quick Look: How We Restore a Shower

RecaulkingWe remove all the old caulk, steam clean the joints at 350° to kill mold, dry them, and recaulk with premium 100% silicone with Microban in wet areas. Plan on 48 hours before using the shower or tub. Some say 24, but 48 is best practice for a watertight bond.

Regrouting with standard grout takes about 3 days before regular use.

Epoxy regrouting of shower floorsWe use only Laticrete SpectraLOCK PRO, a true 3-part epoxy grout that’s stain-proof, waterproof and the most durable grout available. Epoxy grout needs 14 days to fully cure, and we’ll walk you through how to use your shower during that time.

Not sure if you need regrouting or just a deep clean? See our grout and tile cleaning or shower restoration services, or request a free quote.

We recaulk and regrout showers and tubs throughout Chicagoland, including shower restoration in Chicago. You can also watch our recaulking work on our YouTube channel.

Regrouting & Recaulking FAQ

Price depends on how many areas need caulk, like the tub, shower, sink and backsplash. Text us a few photos or schedule a free estimate, and we will give you an exact quote up front.

We regrout shower floors with Laticrete SpectraLOCK PRO, a true 3-part epoxy grout that is stain-proof and waterproof. Price depends on the size of the floor, so we quote each one after seeing it. Text us a few photos or schedule a free estimate.

No, and we don’t. New grout over old won’t bond and will crack and peel. We remove the deteriorating grout first, then install new grout properly. No shortcuts, no skim coats.

 

We recommend 48 hours. Some say 24, but 48 hours is best practice so the silicone fully cures and bonds watertight.

 

True 3-part epoxy grout needs 14 days to fully cure. Standard grout takes about 3 days before regular use.

Water gets into small gaps and mold grows underneath. We remove all old caulk, steam the joints at 350° to kill mold, dry them completely, and use 100% silicone with Microban for mold and mildew resistance.

Our caulk lasts at least 3 to 5 years with normal care.

Take a look at our previous work!

Dirty, stained caulk and grout around a shower soap dish before recaulking Shower soap dish cleaned and recaulked by Prestige Grout
Shower stall with rusty, failing caulk on the bench before recaulking Shower stall bench cleaned and recaulked by Prestige Grout

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