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Maya Glantz

I'm Saying No to Ugly White Sealant in the Bathroom, and I've Just Discovered This 'Grout Effect' Alternative That Gives You a Much More Elevated Finish

Bathroom with pink tiled bath.

If the look of bouncy, shiny silicone poking out through your tiles is enough to send chills down your spine, I've found the perfect product for you.

You may think I sound dramatic, but this kind of puffy silicone finish is one of the biggest bathroom icks I can think of. When compared to the sleek look of the flat, matte grout lines you find in the best modern bathroom designs, it feels like a major downgrade. However, in terms of practicality, silicone comes out on top every time. Unlike grout, silicone has a soft, flexible finish, so you won't run into any problems with cracks and fractures forming over time. Also, it's far less porous than grout, so it will be less likely to develop any nasty mould growth.

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