How to Clean Tile Floors
Quick and easy tips for cleaning tile floors to help keep them looking great.
Tile floors are a beautiful addition to any home. Keeping them looking like new is relatively easy; once you know what to use and how to do it. Here are a few tips for cleaning tile floors that will make clean up easy and your floors sparkle.
Cleaning tile floors glazed or unglazed starts with vacuuming or sweeping regularly. Be especially aware of the dirt that may hide in the grout cracks and around the wall areas. While these small dirt particles may be almost invisible, over time, their gritty nature can make fine scratches on your tile causing it to look worn and dull.
For normal dirt and small stains use a damp mop or one of the disposable 'swiffer" type mops. For heavy build up you may need the help of a mild solution to assist you. To protect your hands from chemicals when cleaning tile floors wear gloves. Rinse tiles well and dry with an old towel for a prettier, streak free shine.
Cleaning Tile Floors
For large floors that require a lot of work and have a lot of tile to clean, you may want to invest in an electric floor cleaner/polisher. When using an electric cleaner the grout may still need extra attention. To take care of this problem bleach and water solution can be applied with a mop. Afterward rinse the floor thoroughly and dry. Adding a coat of wax will also help protect your floors while at the same time keep them looking bright and easier to maintain. Please be aware that wax build-up can occur and cause your floors to look dingy, so use with caution.
Regularly cleaning tile floors is as simple as applying product, water and drying. What products can you use? Any household or bathroom cleaner that says it is safe for use on tile should work just fine. Make sure you read the directions carefully before applying anything. Cleaning tile floors with certain harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners could scratch and permanently damage your floors" finish.
Cleaning tile floors in the bathroom can be tougher than other areas in the home. This area is susceptible to mildew, soap scum and other nasty build- ups. It is recommended to use tri sodium phosphate for soap scum, bleach water for mildew and laundry detergent for mineral build up. Sometimes you may have to let these solutions set for a little while to loosen up the soiled areas. After soaking, thoroughly rinse the tiles with water and dry.
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