Why Prescott Homeowners Are Saying Goodbye to Grout
If you’ve ever spent a Saturday scrubbing shower grout with a toothbrush, you already know the problem. Grout lines stain, crack, and give mold and soap scum a place to settle in. Even a beautiful tile shower starts looking tired once the grout goes dark.
That’s why grout-free showers have become a go-to choice in Prescott, both for homeowners replacing a worn-out tile shower and for new homes choosing finishes from the start. Here at Precision, we’ve been making kitchen and bath surfaces in Prescott since 1985, and grout-free bathrooms are what we’re known for.
Here we’ll dive into what grout-free really means, how it compares to tile, where it works, and how it fits into a remodel or a new build.
What Does “Grout Free” Actually Mean?
A grout-free shower uses large, solid panels instead of hundreds of small tiles. Because there are no tile joints, there are no grout lines to trap mold, mildew, or soap scum, and nothing to regrout or reseal down the road.
Our grout-free surfaces come in two materials, both manufactured locally and offered at factory-direct pricing:
- Cultured Marble. A classic, cost-effective bath surface that is made to the size you need, so there’s less waste.
- TruStone. A cultured marble product made with a process called Photofuzion, which fuses an image of real stone into the surface. You get the look of natural stone with the easy care of cultured marble. TruStone is non-porous, resists mold and mildew, and never needs sealing. Precision Marble is an exclusive TruStone dealer.
With 160+ colors and custom designs, grout-free doesn’t mean plain. You can go with a soft solid color or a dramatic marble look like Calcutta Gold.
Grout-Free vs. Tile: How They Compare
Tile has a lot going for it, and plenty of people love it. But whether you’re replacing an old tile shower or picking finishes for a new home, it’s worth comparing what each option asks of you on day one and years down the road.
| Grout-Free (Cultured Marble / TruStone) | Traditional Tile | |
| Grout lines | None | Hundreds of joints |
| Mold and mildew | Impervious to water, mold, and bacteria | Grout absorbs water and can hold mold |
| Cleaning | Wipe down with simple, everyday cleaning | Regular scrubbing with harsh chemicals to clean grout lines |
| Sealing | Never needs sealing | Annually, or more often |
| Installation | Often completed in less than 24 hours | Usually several days, plus time for grout to cure |
| Cost | Typically less than tile, especially once install labor is counted | Material and labor costs add up quickly |
| Look | 160+ colors, including real-stone looks with TruStone, and thousands of customizable designs | Nearly unlimited styles and patterns |
The short version: Tile gives you endless pattern options, but grout-free gives you back your weekends. Choose it at the start of a build, and the home never has grout to maintain in the first place.
Where You Can Go Grout-Free
Grout-free isn’t only for the shower walls. Cultured Marble and TruStone work for nearly every bathroom surface, so a single remodeled bath or every bathroom in a new home can match and stay easy to clean.
- Shower surrounds. Smooth, seamless walls with no grout lines to scrub.
- Shower pans. A solid shower floor that pairs with your surround.
- Tub surrounds. A clean, durable finish for a tub-and-shower combo.
- Vanity tops. Matching countertops for the sink area.
- Ceiling panels. A finished look overhead for showers that run to the ceiling.
- Shower doors. We work with all major shower door distributors, including frameless and barn-style slider options, so one team can source and install the entire bathroom.
Not sure what fits your space? See the options in person at our Prescott showroom, or browse more on our Bathrooms page.
How a Grout-Free Project Comes Together
One of the biggest perks of grout-free is speed. Tile can tie up a bathroom for days, and on a new build that means other trades waiting on grout to cure. Here’s how a grout-free project works, whether it’s a remodel or new construction:
- Free field measure. We measure the space at your home or job site so everything is made to fit.
- Pick your look. Visit our showroom to see samples in person and get help with material, color, and layout instead of choosing sight-unseen.
- Local manufacturing. Because we manufacture locally, custom materials are typically ready in 7 to 10 business days, which makes them easy to plan around.
- Installation day. Our in-house demo and install teams handle the work, and most installations are completed in less than 24 hours. On a remodel, that means less time without your bathroom. On a new build, it keeps the schedule moving.
Want a ballpark number first? Try our Pricing Guide calculator for a quick, free estimate.
Remodel or New Build: How Grout-Free Fits Your Project
Grout-free makes sense in most bathrooms. Here’s what it brings to each kind of project.
Remodeling an existing bathroom
- Skip the long tear-out and cure time. Most installations are done in less than 24 hours, so you get your bathroom back fast.
- Get the marble look without the upkeep. TruStone gives you a real-stone look that never needs sealing.
- Cut down on maintenance for rentals and second homes. Low-maintenance surfaces mean fewer callbacks and less upkeep between guests or tenants.
- Stay on budget. Grout-free surfaces typically cost less than tile once labor is included.
Building a new home or development
- Plan around a predictable lead time. Materials are manufactured locally to size, typically in 7 to 10 business days, with less waste on site.
- Work with one source for the whole bathroom. Shower surrounds, pans, tub surrounds, vanity tops, and shower doors come from one team, with in-house installers and full project management.
- Offer finishes at every price point. Cultured Marble, TruStone, and Precision Marble, plus 160+ colors, cover everything from standard finishes to upgrades.
- Hand over a shower buyers notice. New owners move in with a high-end look and no grout to scrub or reseal.
If you’re set on a very specific tile pattern or mosaic, tile may still be your pick. For everyone else, grout-free is worth a close look.
Grout-Free Bathroom FAQs
What is a grout free shower?
A grout-free shower uses large solid panels instead of individual tiles. With no tile joints, there are no grout lines to trap mold, mildew, or soap scum, and nothing to regrout or reseal.
How much does a grout-free bathroom cost in Prescott, AZ?
Basic bathroom remodels start at around $2,000. Full remodels, including demolition, plumbing, shower materials, and shower doors with installation, typically range from $5,000 to $20,000. For a quick estimate on 3/8″ materials, our Pricing Guide uses these material-plus-install rates: Cultured Marble $21/sq ft, TruStone $35/sq ft, and Precision Marble $42/sq ft. For new construction, contact us for a project quote.
Is grout-free cheaper than tile?
In most cases, yes. Solid surface typically costs less than tile, especially once installation labor is factored in. It also skips ongoing grout maintenance and has a longer lifespan.
How long does a grout-free shower installation take?
Most installations are completed in less than 24 hours, on remodels and new builds alike. Because we manufacture locally, custom materials are usually ready in 7 to 10 business days.
Is grout-free a good choice for new construction?
Yes. Materials are manufactured locally to size and typically ready in 7 to 10 business days, and most installs take less than 24 hours, so they fit easily into a build schedule. Buyers get a low-maintenance shower from day one.
Will a grout-free shower get moldy?
Cultured Marble and TruStone are impervious to water, mold, and bacteria. Without grout lines, mold has far fewer places to grow.
Does TruStone need to be sealed?
No. TruStone is non-porous and never needs sealing.
Can you install the shower door too?
Yes. We work with all major shower door distributors and install doors along with surrounds, pans, and countertops, so one team can handle the whole bathroom.
Where can I see grout-free options in person?
Come in and visit our showroom to explore gout-free options in person. We’re located at 1102 Willow Creek Rd in Prescott, open 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.
Ready to Go Grout-Free?
Whether you’re remodeling one bathroom or completing the bathrooms of a new home build, Precision Marble & Granite has been creating beautiful, low-maintenance bathrooms in Prescott since 1985. We’ve been voted Best Kitchen & Bath Remodelers of Prescott, and we’re licensed, bonded, and insured (AZ ROC #339068).
Call us at (928) 928-5068 to schedule your free field measure, or contact us on our website today to talk through your project. Better yet, stop by our showroom at 1102 Willow Creek Rd to see our grout-free displays in person!