Tiles are a popular choice for flooring and/or walls in bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas. Cleaning tiles is easy, although the grout often requires extra attention. When cleaning tiles, it’s always important to use clean water, as the grout absorbs dirty water. Adding chemical cleaners isn’t necessary for cleaning tiles and grout—household remedies are just as effective and environmentally friendly.
Tips for Cleaning Tiles and Grout
A household cleaner is sufficient for regular cleaning of the tiles. Spring cleaning is a good time to tackle stubborn dirt thoroughly. To do this, the housewife uses orange or lemon peels. She rubs the peels into the tiled surface and lets the fruit acid take effect. Afterward, she rinses the tiles with a sponge and clean water. For thorough cleaning of the grout, mixtures of
- Vinegar and baking soda, or
- Baking powder and water.
The housewife either mixes baking soda with vinegar or water to form a paste and applies it to an old, stiff toothbrush. Using the mixture on the toothbrush, she scrubs the grout until a light foam forms. She then lets the paste sit in the grout. After the mixture has had time to work, she rinses the tiles and grout with lukewarm water and wipes down the tiled surface and the grout with a dry cloth.
A steam vacuum cleaner is perfect
A steam cleaner is both eco-friendly and thorough. It’s available in various models and, fortunately, in convenient sizes. The steam cleaner cleans carpets and other floor coverings with steam, without the use of additional chemicals. Housewives also use it to clean windows and tile grout. For this task, they keep a damp, clean cloth handy. She uses this cloth to absorb the dirt loosened by the steam before it spreads into the grout lines.
A housewife can save herself a lot of work by wiping the tiles and grout dry after showering. Since the grout is set deeper than the tiles, she waits a few minutes until she can wipe the moisture from the grout as well. Cleaning the tiles with household remedies is more environmentally friendly than using harsh chemical products. The steam vacuum doesn’t require any chemicals—it gently ensures a clean home while being kind to the environment.
