Renowned for its long-lasting sturdiness and simple maintenance, ceramic tiles are common in bathrooms and residential kitchens. The ceramic tiles ' vast selection of color, variety and diversity of design style make it extremely versatile. Like other types of tiles, ceramic tile surfaces collect dirt, dust and debris particles. Grouting between ceramic tiles accumulates dirt and stains with dark coloration. Dirty tiles and grout are unsanitary and visibly unattractive in households. Regularly clean ceramic tiles and grout to prevent bacteria buildup and maintain the aesthetic appeal of the house.
Instructions
1 sweep the tiles and grout with a broom to remove dirt and loose dust. Slide a vacuum cleaner onto the grout lines to suck dirt deposited into the small cracks. Do not consider this step if you are cleaning a tile or wall countertop.
2 fill a clean pail with very hot water. Add ¾ cup of powdered oxygen bleach to water. The mixture is stirred until the powder is completely dissolved.
3 Wet the tiles and grout with the oxygen bleach solution. Use a mop, apply the solution to the tiles. Clean the solution on the countertop or wall tiles with a soft cloth. Let the oxygen bleach solution permeate the tiles and grout for 15 to 30 minutes.
4 Walk the wet tiles and grout with a nylon brush. Apply firm pressure to the brush. Mop or clean cooler solution of oxygen bleach on tiles and grout while rubbing.
5 Refill the bucket with fresh hot water. Mop or clean hot water on tiles and grout to rinse the oxygen bleach solution.
6 Clean with a clean, dry cloth on the tiles and grout to absorb excess moisture.