Tile floors are a beautiful addition to any home. They keep your house looking clean and stylish, but that changes when your tile gets dirty. Keeping it clean is essential not only for your home’s appearance but for your health too. Tile isn’t like carpeting or hardwood floors; it needs special care and cleaning techniques to keep its appearance fresh and new-looking. Luckily, there are a few simple steps to ensure that your tile floor looks great for years to come!
Cleaning Your Tile
After you’ve done your research, it’s time to get started. But before you do, make sure that you have the right cleaning equipment. You’ll want a vacuum with a brush attachment and preferably one that can be used on hardwood floors as well. This will help remove any dirt or debris from between the tiles and prevent them from being scratched by the bristles of your broom or mop.
After vacuuming, use a damp mop to clean the floor (be sure not to over-wet it). If there is any excess moisture left behind after mopping–which shouldn’t happen if done properly–use a towel or cloth in order to wipe up this moisture so that no water remains on top of tile surfaces after drying time has elapsed, otherwise, it’ll be easier for dirt and debris to collect, making your floors even dirtier than before you started.
Next, tackle the grout
You’re almost done! The last thing to do is tackle the grout. Grout is what holds together tiles, so it can be a bit harder to clean than the tile themselves. Plus, dirt and other things tend to collect in it, so there is a chance you might have noticed some mildew or mold growing between them. It’s important to remove any mold, mildew, or dirt from your grout to keep it sound and looking good. To remove mildew or mold from grout:
- Mix a solution of vinegar and water in a bucket (1 part vinegar, 2 parts water)
- Dip a scrub brush or toothbrush into your bucket of solution and scrub away at any mildew or mold visible on your tile flooring surface.
- Use a microfiber cloth to wipe away the dissolved dirt and loosened mold, and mildew
- Rinse the brush in the vinegar solution, and repeat scrubbing until all the tile is clean!
Conclusion
Your tile floor is an investment that you’ll want to take care of. If you follow these tips and tricks, your tile floor will look great for years to come! If you have any more questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us here at Preferred Flooring! Come visit us at our showroom at 636 North 4th Street, Breese, IL 62249. You can also call us anytime at (618) 526-9393 or reach out to us online. We proudly serve St. Clair County, Clinton County, Madison County, Bond County, Breese, Troy, Highland, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Freeburg, Nashville, St. Rose, and the surrounding areas.