Grout has a tough job: it has to hold tiles together while also dealing with spills, footprints, and crumbs. Grout lines on the North Shore may go from shiny to sad faster than you think. This is because of muddy shoes, beach sand, and backyard escapades. But don’t give up just yet. With a help from Ultra Brite Carpet Tile Cleaning, you can maintain your grout looking as good as it did when you first lay the tiles.
Begin by sweeping or vacuuming on a regular basis. Dirt and grit behave like sandpaper, wearing down tile and grout if they aren’t cleaned up often. If you don’t use the dustpan every once in a while, you’re allowing the troublemakers become comfortable. After the dirt is gone, a moist mop may do a great job of keeping the floor clean. Just don’t saturate it. Grout can get too much water in it, which can cause problems over time.
Already have stains? Get a stiff-bristled brush and a basic solution: warm water and a little bit of baking soda. Gently scrape the grout. With a little effort and elbow grease, most stains will come off. If you have filth that won’t come off, mix hydrogen peroxide with a little dish soap. You don’t need any fancy products; just apply, let set, scrape, and wipe clean.
Some people like to use vinegar, but be careful. Don’t use too much vinegar or other acidic cleansers on your grout since they can hurt it, especially if the lines aren’t sealed. This is the real magic technique when it comes to sealing. Sealed grout keeps stains and moisture out, so cleaning up after muddy footsteps is easier the next time they happen. If you can’t recall the last time you sealed the grout, it’s probably time to do it again. Re-sealing is a good weekend job that saves you time every time you mop.
When grout gets really tough, professional cleaning can assist. The steam at high temperatures gets rid of things that DIY tools can’t reach, and professionals often re-seal everything afterward. This kind of cleaning makes flooring look new again in older North Shore homes where the grout has been there for decades.
Don’t forget to clean up spills right away. Especially with red wine or tomato sauce, which are the most common things that leave lasting scars if you don’t clean them up. A little care each week goes a long way toward keeping grout lines appearing clean and bright.
Cleaning grout isn’t hard, but it does take some thought. What do you get out of it? Floors that don’t only look good, but stay that way, even when it’s stormy and you have sandy feet.
Ultra Brite Carpet & Tile Cleaning North Shore
79-83 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
(02) 8015 5143