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Miracle Method Can Refinish Residence Hall Bathroom Surfaces

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Surface refinishing by Miracle Method is not only a great solution for kitchen and bathrooms in residential properties – it’s also a great option for commercial properties. We’ve done jobs in a variety of such settings, and we thought we would share about how refinishing is used in college residence halls, especially during summer breaks when facility managers scramble to complete much needed dorm renovations and upgrades.

The most common problems in the college setting are leaking shower pans. Since college showers get tons of use, leaking can quickly become an issue. That was the case at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM). In addition to the leaks, black grout was becoming a problem. USM needed a solution that would stop the leaks and damage, as well as reduce cleaning time and update the look. In addition to solving the leaking problem, the cost effectiveness of Miracle Method’s process allowed the university to also have the vanities, floors, and partitions in the restrooms refinished.

Miracle Method was able to solve all of the problems the showers and restrooms presented. The showers were thoroughly cleaned to kill mold and remove soap scum, body oils, and dirt. We repaired the damaged wall grout and then applied a high-tech epoxy to the shower pans, which seeped through the grout, displaced existing moisture, and sealed the shower pans. After curing for 24 hours, we applied our Natural Accents™ stone-look finish to the showers.

The USM dormitory showers look like new and no longer leak, which saved USM thousands of dollars of removal and replacement. Since this original project, Miracle Method has been called upon several times to solve other surface problems in the USM residence halls. Below, we’ve included a few photos of the transformation Miracle Method was able to create without costly removal and replacement and in just a few days, not weeks!

Worn, marred and dated partitions, tile floors and counters are in need of refinishing.

The floor, base boards, counters and sinks look like new and are ready for student use in just 36 hours.

The tile floor was damaged and dingy.

After: Tile floors are beautiful and inviting for returning students.

USM is not the only college to call on Miracle Method to solve surface issues. Penn State, LSU, Florida Atlantic University, and the University of Texas are a few others that have benefitted from our refinishing services. If you are a college facility manager trying to solve surface problems like leaking shower pans or dated tile in residence halls, visit the Miracle Method website to learn about our services and read some case studies on the campuses mentioned above. You can call us at 855-212-7337 or visit our booth at the APPA National Conference, July 17 – 19, in Denver, CO.

The tile grout lines around my tub are ugly. How do I maintain the grout?

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Tile floors, countertops, walls, and showers are common features of bathrooms and kitchens . If you have tile in your kitchen or bathroom, you know how beautiful it can be… until the dirt and grim sets in the grout lines, causing you to spend entirely too much time scrubbing them in an attempt to clean them. Or perhaps, your grout line is just the wrong color. You need an update that will refresh the look of your tile grout lines and help you maintain a presentable look.

Miracle Method has just the solution you are looking for – ceramic tile refinishing with tile grout repair. The refinishing process includes cleaning your tile and grout lines to remove dirt, soap residue, oils, and grease, and then our technicians will fill in any chips and make any repairs that may be necessary for the tile and grout. The grout will receive a thin, new coat to ensure that the grout lines are filled and even. The end result is a beautiful new look with grout lines that are permanently sealed and very easy to keep clean.

Before…

… and After! A sparkling white tub and tile surround!

Why waste time scrubbing away at dirty grout lines that will never be as clean as you would like? Contact your local Miracle Method franchise by calling 855-212-7337 or by using our online locator to learn more about the process.

My tile grout lines are stained and moldy. What do I do?

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Anyone with tile walls or floors in their bathroom knows just how difficult it can be to keep the grout lines clean. Grout lines are a great place for moisture to collect, which can make way for mold to grow, adding to the difficulty of keeping the appearance of the space clean. It seems that no amount of scrubbing will return your grout lines to a sparkling, like-new look and you’re wondering what you can do.

Instead of removing and replacing your tile, consider tile surface refinishing from Miracle Method. Tile and grout repair are a part of the tile refinishing process. We will thoroughly clean the tile surfaces, and if grout repair is needed, we will float the grout with a special quick set mix to fill any voids or cracks. Once that’s dry, we will wipe down the tile and apply our MM-4 bonding agent to ensure the new coating adheres properly. The end result will give you clean and even grout lines that are permanently sealed, which will make keeping your tile floors and walls easier than before. We’ll then apply the color of your choice….even one of our Natural Accents™ stone-look finishes which will give your tile a designer look.

Don’t waste another day scrubbing nasty grout lines – Contact your local Miracle Method franchise by calling 855-212-7337 or by using our online locator for more information.

The tile walls in my bathroom are ugly. What can I do to change them?

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Are the tile walls in your bathroom the wrong color, outdated, damaged, or just ugly? If you’re looking at costly, messy replacement options… don’t! Miracle Method can refinish those tile walls, saving you up to 75 percent over the cost of replacement. Remarkably, the work can be done in just two days! By having your bathroom tile refinished, you’ll avoid the time-consuming and messy process of tearing out tile, rendering your bathroom unusable for days, if not weeks. Refinishing, sometimes called reglazing, will permanently seal your existing grout lines while providing an amazing new finish to your existing tile.

Natural Accents®, Miracle Method’s multi-color stone-look finish, will give your tile walls a high-end makeover suitable for any decor. Available in over 30 colors, Natural Accents finishes are seamless, non-porous, impervious to water, and are both heat and scratch resistant.

Bathroom tile wall refinishing by Miracle Method is very similar to our bathtub refinishing process. We’ll use our two-step cleaning process to remove any soap scum, body oil, and dirt to ensure the surface is clean. Then, we’ll add additional grout, if needed, to fill voids and create a smooth appearance. After the new grout sets up and dries adequately, we clean the tile again and then apply our MM-4 bonding agent to make sure the new finish will adhere. After our high-tech acrylic coatings have been applied, your refinished tile walls and floor will look like new!

Before and After….Entire tile wall refinished, giving bathroom updated, brightened appearance!

If you’re interested in refinishing your tile walls with Miracle Method, visit our website to learn more about the process. If you’re ready to get started, use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to find a Miracle Method franchise near you.

How can I change the tile floor in my bathroom?

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We’ve often talked about how the Miracle Method refinishing process can transform the look of tubs, showers, and even kitchen countertops, but our process can also be used to transform the look of tile floors, too. If you’ve got hard-to-clean bathroom tile floors with stained grout lines and are thinking about replacing the tile floor, why not consider what Miracle Method’s refinishing process can do for your floors?

Miracle Method can repair cracked or loose tiles, float in new grout, and refinish your tile floors so that they will look like new. We can refinish your tile floors to the color of your choice, or even use our Natural Accents stone finish so that your floors look like marble or granite, but at a fraction of the cost!

Our tile floor refinishing process consists of a two-step cleaning process to remove dirt, grime, and wax deposits so that no contaminants interfere with the adhesion of the new finish. We’ll also repair the grout, if needed, and after the grout is dry and chemically clean, we’ll apply our Miracle Method MM-4 bonding agent to ensure the adhesion of the new coating.

Once refinished with hi-tech acrylic coatings, your tile floors will have a new finish and a clean appearance…and best of all, the grout lines will be permanently sealed and much easier to clean!  Your refinished tile floor will be more sanitary because the porous grout lines are sealed and you’ll be able to use your new tile floor in as little as 24 to 48 hours after the refinishing process is complete.

If you are tired of having to clean your bathroom’s tile floors over and over again, visit the Miracle Method website today to learn more about our tile floor refinishing process. To find the Miracle Method franchise closest to you, use our online locator or call 855-212-7337.

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