Epoxy grout is made from two different resins mixed with a filler , making it waterproof and better suited to harsher cleaning products. It has a smooth /sanded surface and slightly gloss looking. 

This type of grout comes in an assortment of colors that can match the tiles easily.

Not all vendors carry the same assortment of colors and range, thus it's important to refer to samples and if possible an onsite consulting session.

Unlike grout sealers, epoxy grout is a replacement of existing grout lines. A vendor will need to remove any existing grout between the tiles before applying this.

As epoxy grout is resin based (a type of plastic), it is waterproof and will resist stains from food, drinks and dirt which makes it easy to clean.

• Durable and having long life span  (around 10 years)
• Scratch resistant
• Virtually stain proof

• Have to replace existing grout lines. Risk chipping of tiles by vendor when removing existing grout
• Appearance might seem plastic
• Difficult to DIY

• Bathrooms
• Balcony
• Kitchen

Grout sealing is a way of waterproofing the grout and protecting it from elements so that it lasts longer. This helps grout resist stains and dirt which would make cleaning easier. However, note that not all types of grout need to be sealed (e.g. Epoxy grout).

For sealers, there are 2 different types in today’s market:

• Penetrating sealers - water or mineral spirit based with latex or silicone particles mixed in. This type of sealer will seep into the grout and fill up air pockets in the grout. This provides very good moisture control and is good for grout lines in bathroom showers, kitchen sink backsplashes, and other especially high moisture areas.
• Membrane-forming sealers - the membrane or coating forms over the grout surface and protects it moisture penetration. However, membrane-forming sealers will also trap existing moisture in your grout, not allowing for evaporation. This type of sealer is not best used in high moisture areas or places that have previously been exposed to wetness. These sealers are good for unglazed tiles such as natural stone

• Can apply on existing grout lines, no need to remove the grouts (and risk chipping tiles)

• need to be repeated every two to three years
• Not as durable

• Bathrooms
• Balcony
• Kitchen

This is a process which converts normal flooring tiles into a glossy marble-like finish. It is a 4 step process where a vendor will remove part of the existing grout, fill it with marble gum floor grout glue, grind the tiles to the same level and apply a layering of wax before polish/buffing to create a glossy marble-like finish.

As the shine comes from the last step of polishing/buffering,  it is required to polish again when the sheen wears off (typically around 4 years).

Marble gum process do not cover for the grouts at the skirting, typically vendors will reapply grouts (normal gout or epoxy) after the last step.

• Achieve glossy marble-like finish with unglazed homogeneous tiles
• Grout lines are less visible

• Need to repolish (around 4 years)

• Living Room