Do you need to clean your tile grout? Is it hard to tell what the original grout colour was? Was it white or brown?
Grout is the filling between the tiles. Brownish, discoloured grout will make your Adelaide kitchen or bathroom look dirtier than it is. Regular mopping will only clean the tiles.
Fortunately, other simple methods exist to clean the grout and make it look new again.
These simple household products will easily clean your Adelaide tile grout. Mix three parts baking soda with one part water into a thick paste.
Spread this paste onto the grout lines and leave it for about thirty minutes. You can use white vinegar instead of water. Be aware, though, that vinegar can harm some natural stone tiles, such as marble or limestone.
Scrub the grout lines, especially the corners, with a toothbrush. To rinse the tiles, mop the floor with plain water. Make sure to change the water regularly. It will prevent the spreading of vinegar and baking soda residue on the tiles.
This cleaning method is for white grout only. The oxygenated bleach may damage coloured grout.
However, it should be gentle on all types of tiles. Oxygen bleach is a bleach compound. It comes in the form of a powder.
Stir two tablespoons of oxygenated bleach into 2 cups of warm water. After it dissolves, apply the mix to the grout.
You can use a spray bottle to apply it or pour it onto the grout lines. Some tiles and grouts might be discoloured by oxygen bleach.
First, test the mix on a hidden corner to avoid unexpected damage to your Adelaide walls and floors.
Make sure the grout lines are fully covered with this mix. Let the oxygen bleach solution stay on the grout for several minutes for optimum results.
Afterwards, scrub the grout thoroughly with a toothbrush. Just pour some clean, cold water on the tiles to rinse them.
To avoid using chemicals in your Adelaide home, clean the grout with a steam cleaner. It will get your Adelaide tiles and grout sparkling and sanitise them.
All you have to do is move the cleaning brush back and forth over the grout. Be very careful, as the floor will get slippery from all the steam. After cleaning, use a towel or mop to dry any excess moisture.
If your grout is sealed, avoid using steam cleaners. They will remove all the grout sealant along with the dirt and grime.
Aurees Tiles is your one-stop shop for all your tiling needs in Adelaide. We do not only offer a vast range of bathroom, kitchen, and floor tiles.
We also provide tilling tools and equipment to help you with your DIY projects.
For more information and tips on tiles, visit our website or Adelaide showroom today!
