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• Method 2 of 4: Use a tile cleaner
• Method 3 of 4: Cleaning tile joints
• Method 4 of 4: Use Effective Cleaning Strategies
• Tips

1 Use vinegar to clean your tiles. Mix equal proportions of water and white vinegar (5%) for an effective cleaning agent. For example, you can mix 5 tablespoons of vinegar and 5 tablespoons of water. Dip a rag in the mixture and rub down on the tile until the dirt is gone. Wipe dry or leave to dry. Specialist Answer Question

Why is vinegar good for cleaning?

Chris willatt

Cleaning Professional Chris Willatt is the owner and founder of Alpine Maids, a Denver, Colorado-based cleaning service. Alpine Maids earned the Denver Best Cleaning Service Award in 2016 and has been rated A on the Angie’s List for more than five consecutive years. Chris received his BA from the University of Colorado in 2012.

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Chris Willatt, owner of Alpine Maids answers: “Vinegar is a great cleaning agent because one side of its molecule is hydrophobic, meaning it avoids contact with water, and the other side is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. When you spray vinegar on grease or dirt, the hydrophobic part forms a bond with the grease, penetrating underneath and separating it from the surface you are cleaning. "

2 Apply lemon juice to the tile. Lemon juice contains acid, so it is very effective as a tile cleaner. Fill a spray bottle with lemon juice and spray directly onto the tile. Then wipe off with a damp sponge.

• You can moisten the sponge itself with lemon juice and wipe the tiles with it. Then rinse the tiles with a sponge or cloth soaked in warm water.
• If you wish, you can apply a thin layer of baking soda to the tiles, then spray lemon juice with a spray bottle or use a sponge.

3 Spray the tile with a cleaner. There are many all-purpose cleaners that can help you clean your bathroom tiles effectively. Although the methods of application differ depending on the product you will be using, it is common to start by sprinkling the selected product in a thin layer. Then wipe it off with a clean cloth.

• Cleaning powders may need to be mixed with water before use.
• Before you start, you should close the bathroom door and windows and turn on hot water in the bathroom for a few minutes (plugging the drain). The water will create steam in the bathroom and make cleaning easier.

Method 2 of 4: Use a tile cleaner

1. 1 Use a baking soda cleaner. Mix 90 grams of baking soda, one teaspoon of liquid dish soap, and 60 milliliters of hydrogen peroxide. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle. Spray the product on the tiles you want to clean.Wait 10 minutes, then wipe the tile with a damp sponge or rag.
2. 2 Mix water and chlorine bleach to clean the tiles. When bleach and water are mixed in a 1: 3 ratio, a very effective cleaning solution can be obtained. For example, you can mix 5 tablespoons of bleach and 15 tablespoons of water. Pour this solution into a spray bottle and spray it on the tiles in the bathroom to be cleaned. Rinse the tiles with a cloth dampened in warm water.
   • Chlorine bleach gives off harmful fumes. Open doors and windows before starting cleaning to prevent vapor build-up.
   • Bleach can also irritate your skin. If you are using chlorine bleach to clean your tiles, be sure to wear thick rubber gloves.
3. 3 Use ammonia (ammonia). Mix ammonia and water in a 1: 2 ratio. For example, you can mix 10 tablespoons of water and 5 tablespoons of ammonia. Pour this solution into a spray bottle and spray it on the tiles in the bathroom to be cleaned. Leave the product on the tile for one hour and then wipe it off with a clean, damp cloth.
   • Ammonia, like bleach, gives off harmful fumes. Open windows and doors and ventilate the bathroom and clean it up.
   • In addition, ammonia can irritate the skin, so wear thick rubber gloves when handling it.
4. 4 Use a steam cleaner. Steam Cleaner - A device for steam cleaning tiled floors and other flat surfaces. Usually, the principle of operation of a steam cleaner and a vacuum cleaner is similar: you simply turn on the device and run it along the surface to be cleaned.
   • You will most likely need to add water to the steam cleaner before using it.
   • Read the instructions for use of your steam cleaner before use.
   • Find out if a steam cleaner can be rented from your local appliance or home improvement store.

Method 3 of 4: Cleaning tile joints

1. 1 Make a paste with baking soda. Combine equal amounts of baking soda and water. For example, you can mix 3 tablespoons of baking soda and 3 tablespoons of water. Use a stiff-bristled brush to rub the paste into the seams. Brush the seams with a paste and then wipe with a damp cloth or sponge.
2. 2 Make a cleanser with salt and vinegar. Mix 240 ml of plain white vinegar, 270 g. salt, 2 tablespoons of liquid dish soap and 240 ml hot water. Soak a sponge in this solution and wipe the tile joints. Wait 10 minutes and wipe off with a clean, damp sponge.
3. 3 Clean seams with chlorine bleach. Dip a stiff bristled brush into the bleach. Scrub along the seams with a brush. After cleaning, wipe with a clean damp cloth.
   • Open windows and doors before cleaning to allow harmful bleach vapors to escape.

Method 4 of 4: Use Effective Cleaning Strategies

1. 1 Clean corner tiles with a cotton ball. Cleaning corner tiles with a regular sponge or brush can be difficult. Instead, dampen a cotton ball with the cleaner and press it against the corner you want to clean. Wait a few minutes and remove the cotton ball. Wipe the corner with a damp cloth and remove any dirt.
   • You can also use an old toothbrush to clean the corner tiles.
2. 2 Apply a layer of wax to your ceramic tiles. After thoroughly cleaning the bathroom, apply a coat of car polish wax to the tiles (this should be done once a year). The wax will allow the water to slide off the tile, which will inhibit the growth of mold. In addition, wax gives the tiles a pleasant shine.
   • Although the method of waxing depends on the brand you choose, you can usually soak a clean rag in a container of wax and apply it thinly to a clean tile.
   • If you have waxed your floor tiles, polish the surface so that the floor is not too slippery.
3. 3 Clean the floor tiles last. If you are cleaning the entire bathroom and not just washing the wall tiles, then the floor tiles should be washed last. In this case, you do not have to re-wash the dust and dirt from the already washed floor, which will get there during cleaning of shelves and other surfaces.

Tips

• There is no regular cleaning schedule for bathroom tiles. Depending on the stability of the tile, it may need to be washed monthly or only four times a year. Keep an eye on the tiles in the tub and clean them when you notice soap residues, mold, or other signs of contamination.
• Never mix bleach and ammonia. This mixture gives off toxic fumes.
• For a more radical bathroom renovation, you can paint the tiles.