You just installed beautiful premium tiles in your home in Thane or South Mumbai. They look sparkling clean. But three months later, look closely at the lines between the tiles.
Are they turning yellow? Or worse, black?
This is the most common complaint we hear from homeowners: “My tiles are clean, but the joints look dirty no matter how much I scrub.”
The culprit is White Cement. At Civil Creation, we have stopped using white cement for 90% of our residential projects. We have switched to Epoxy Grout. Here is why you should too.
The Problem with White Cement
For decades, contractors in Mumbai used simple white cement mixed with pigment to fill tile gaps.
- It is Porous: Like a sponge, it absorbs dirty mop water, tea spills, and oil.
- It Cracks: Cement shrinks as it dries. In high-rise buildings in Navi Mumbai, building vibrations cause hairline cracks in cement grout, leading to water leakage.
- It Breeds Fungus: In our humid climate, damp cement becomes a breeding ground for black mold.
The Solution: Epoxy Grout (The “Plastic” Seal)
Epoxy grout is made from epoxy resins and a hardener. It doesn’t rely on water to cure. When it dries, it becomes essentially hard plastic.
3 Reasons Why We Recommend Epoxy
- 100% Stain Proof: You can spill turmeric (haldi), coffee, or acid on it. It won’t absorb. A simple wipe makes it new again.
- Waterproof Shield: Unlike cement, epoxy seals the gap completely. This is critical for Bathroom and Kitchen flooring to prevent leakage to the floor below.
- Chemical Resistance: Standard floor cleaners (Lizol/Harpic) eat away at white cement over time. Epoxy is immune to these chemicals.
Cost Comparison: Is it Worth it?
Yes, Epoxy is more expensive than cement. But let’s look at the long-term cost.
| Feature | White Cement | Epoxy Grout |
| Material Cost | Cheap (₹50/kg) | Premium (₹800 – ₹1200/kg) |
| Labor Cost | Low | Higher (Requires skilled labor) |
| Lifespan | 1-2 Years (Before staining) | 15+ Years (Permanent) |
| Maintenance | Requires regrouting often | Zero maintenance |
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The Verdict: For a standard 2BHK in Mumbai, choosing Epoxy over Cement might add ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 to your total budget. But it saves you from “Regrouting” costs every 2 years and protects your hygiene.
Where MUST You Use Epoxy?
We recommend Epoxy Grouting specifically for:
- Bathrooms: To prevent leakage.
- Kitchen Backsplash: To fight oil stains.
- Balconies: To withstand heavy rain.
- Living Rooms (Large Slabs): We use “Sparkle Epoxy” or color-matched epoxy that makes the joints invisible, giving a seamless Italian Marble look.
Upgrade Your Old Floor (Without Changing Tiles)
Good news! If your old floor joints look ugly, you don’t need to replace the tiles. Civil Creation offers a “Regrouting Service.” We use specialized machines to remove the old, dirty cement and refill the joints with fresh, waterproof Epoxy. Your floor will look brand new in just 2 days.
Want a stain-free home? Contact us for an Epoxy Consultation. We carry shade cards with 50+ colors to match your existing tiles perfectly.
Call/WhatsApp: +91 97027 22748
Serving: Mumbai, South Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai.
