Grout Discoloration
What you need to know
Inconsistent grout color appears as dark or light areas of grout, mottled, spots, streaks, or yellowing of white grout. Notwithstanding and installer’s best efforts and adherence to recommended procedures, discolored and/or inconsistent grout colors will often occur due to the inconsistent nature of Portland cement.
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