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There’s nothing worse than discovering a cracked tile in your pristine bathroom or kitchen. It feels a bit like finding a giant scratch on the screen of your brand-new phone. It’s the only thing you can see. But at Grout Restoration Works, we believe your floors should be flawless—no "area rug camouflage" required! Whether a heavy cast-iron skillet took a tumble in the kitchen or your house did a little "settling dance" that snapped a tile in two, we have the tools to make it look like it never happened.

The Prep

First things first, we don’t just start swinging hammers. We carefully remove the grout surrounding the wounded tile. We use specialized precision tools to "isolate" the damage so we don't accidentally upset the perfectly healthy neighbor tiles.

The Breakup

Once the grout is cleared, it’s time to remove the broken pieces. We gently tap the tile to break it into manageable bits and pry them up. The goal here is a clean "floor bed." We scrape away the old, crusty mortar until the spot is smooth and ready for its new tenant.

The "Perfect Fit" Test

We take your replacement tile (hopefully you have a few spares in the garage!) and do a "dry fit." We make sure it sits flush with the rest of the floor. Nobody wants a "speed bump" tile that trips you up on your way to your midnight snack.

Buttering the Bread

We apply high-quality thin-set mortar to the back of the new tile—a technique we pros call "back-buttering." This ensures a 100% bond so that tile isn't going anywhere for a long, long time. We press it into place, level it up, and let it get cozy.

The Grout Glow-Up

After the mortar has set, we bring in the finishing touch: the grout! At Grout Restoration Works, we are experts at color matching. We mix up a fresh batch that blends seamlessly with your existing floor. Once it’s cured and wiped clean, you won't even be able to tell which one was the "imposter."

Why Call the Pros Instead of Going DIY!

Stop staring at that crack and start loving your floors again! We use precision tools to keep the surrounding area safe. We ensure a perfectly flat, flush finish. And we have the "Eye of the Artist" for color matching. So whether it's one rogue tile or a whole section of "oops," we’re here to restore the peace (and the porcelain).