Scouring with a brush and cleaner does require a little work but this method can be especially effective on floors and heavily soiled grout.
Floor tile grout cleaning solution.
Apply grout cleaner let sit and wipe away.
It s one of those projects i never really have the time or the initiative to tackle but i hate how dirty it s become.
The best grout cleaner was the most simple.
Do not spill bleach on porcelain because the solution might cause pitting or yellow or pink stains.
Because grout is so porous and prone to collecting grime start your grout cleaning regimen with prevention.
If you don t have natural stone tile the easiest way to clean grout is with a solution of 1 part white vinegar and 1 part water.
Wait for the vinegar solution to stop bubbling and then scrub the grout with a scrub brush or toothbrush.
Clean the space between the tiles with a strong bleach solution then apply new grout and seal it.
While it plays an important role filling the spaces between the tiles in floors showers countertops and other surfaces the fact is that it can be a pain to clean and keep clean.
It s beyond the maintenance stage and in need of a really good cleaning since i find myself at home now a lot more than before i decided it was time to tackle some long procrastinated cleaning projects.
Why this combo works.
Use the squeeze top bottle to apply the homemade grout cleaner in a fine line to any areas in need of a good scrub.
Put the mixture in a spray bottle and spray the grout in between your floor tiles.
Whether it s floor tile or wall tile that s dirty with grease soap scum mold or just plain dirt cleaning grout requires two things.
A grout brush is a small stiff bristle nylon brush available in handheld and long handled sizes.
Hydrogen peroxide and baking soda.
Grout is incredibly porous like a giant sponge which means it will absorb any grease grime oils or spills it comes into contact with says leslie reichert green cleaning coach and author of the joy of cleaning and while the culprit may vary from room to room mildew in the bathroom cooking.
Grout cleaner 3 and grout cleaner 4 both use this combo and had equally great results.
The grout on my bathroom floor tile haunts me.
For tools a toothbrush can be used on small grout lines.
Baking soda is mildly abrasive so it helps to remove the dirt that is stuck in the porous grout surfaces without causing any damage.
A grout brush and a suitable cleaner.
Grout the mere mention of the word makes us shudder when we think about cleaning it.
For new tile and grout.
With tile the difference between dingy and dazzling often comes down to the grout in between.