Grout plays a very important role in your bathroom. It sticks bathtub and shower tiles together and helps keep the water in its rightful place. According to ThisOldHouse.com, grouting tiles also gives a finished look and prevents cracking and chipping. Over time, however, the grout can become worn and dyed, making the bathroom tiles look old and dirty. Before deciding to retile or regrout the bathtub and shower, there is a way to get your grout and tiles that look great again.
Instructions
1 fill an empty aerosol bottle with 7 cups warm water.
2 Pour the baking soda, ammonia and white vinegar into the spray bottle. Stir the jar thoroughly to mix the ingredients.
3 Spray The cleaner into the stained grout. Allow The cleaner to penetrate the grout for about 15 minutes.
4 Rub the grout thoroughly with a hard bristle toothbrush to remove dirt and stains.
5 moisten a rag or sponge and clean the grout to remove any cleaner from the remaining.
Tips and warnings
- Sealing grout After tile is installed will keep your grout stained and discolored.
- Do not use bleach with this cleaner. The mixture of chlorine and ammonia together will produce toxic gases. These gases can cause coughing, shortness of breath, watery eyes, nausea, chest pain, wheezing, and sore throat, nose, and eyes, according to the new Jersey Department of Health.