The white paste that holds the tiles together is the grout. It is very much like cement and is porous, as a consequence it is prone to attracting dirt and grime.For this reason, grout can also become a breeding ground for lots of different types of bacteria, mold, and mildew.
So how does one keep the grout free from being a breeding place for bacteria or prevent it from getting dirty all too often? But, there are way and means to keep your grout free from incubating bacteria and prevent it from getting dirty so frequently. You can have the desired results by just sealing the grout. You may hire a professional for doing it or may even do it yourself. By putting on a grout sealer spray, you not only make it convenient to maintain clean tiles, but also create better sanitary conditions in your home.
Tile and grout cleaning is a very laborious and tiring job. The easiest way is to get them cleaned from a professional. If you are keen DIY enthusiast, here is how you may proceed with the project.
The first step is to rinse the tiles with a mixture of vinegar and water. In most of the cases it may suffice to do just that. The next step is to make a paste of baking soda and salt in equal proportion with just the right volume of water to have a paste. That is your grout cleaning mix. Clean the grout thoroughly with a soft scrubber or a toothbrush. Rinse with water or a wet sponge and then dry thoroughly with a towel.
Stained tile may be treated with lemon juice or bleach to restore the normal white color of the grout. Have patience to let the juice soak in for ten to fifteen minutes before wiping it off. It’s very important that you dilute the bleach and never add any other chemical to that. Take the necessary precaution of wearing gloves and glasses while handling chemicals.
The other ways of best grout cleaning involve the use of steam cleaner or pressure washer . Steam cleaners are generally used for interiors whereas for outdoors a pressure washer is often used. Both the tools give very good results.
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