After cleaning my bathroom floor the other day, I noticed some discoloration in the grout between the tiles. It is much easier to clean the tiles but mildew and dirt can be a bit more stubborn when it comes to your grout.
If you want to give it a real good cleaning, use a grout cleaning brush. These can be found at your local “Home Depot,” “Lowes” or other type of home improvement store.
However if it isn’t too dirty, you may be able to get away with using a toothbrush (of course, it goes without saying that it shouldn’t be one used by people). It fits perfectly and the soft bristles are great for cleaning in a pinch.
There are commercial grout cleaners that you can use. But if you want to save money and the environment, you might go a more natural way.
One option is vinegar. This can be used for a variety of cleaning purposes. It does a good job getting out dirt and the smell will go away after a half hour or so.
Another option is to make a paste out of baking soda. You can do this by combining vinegar with the baking soda.
After mixing together, spread some of the paste onto the grout and let it sit for a few minutes. Then you just scrub away. Be sure to wipe with a damp cloth.
Hydrogen peroxide can also be used. Just apply some of it to the grout and let it sit for a few minutes. Scrub away the dirt and rinse with a damp cloth.
If your grout used to be white and it has turned a dingy or dark color, then you can also use bleach. Mix a 50/50 solution of water and bleach.
It’s important to wear gloves however, and keep the room well ventilated. You should also make sure that the bleach solution is not mixed with another chemical.
Now you have not only clean tiles but grout as well!
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