Tile and Grout Cleaning in Gulf Shores, Alabama

Tile and Grout Cleaning in Gulf Shores, Alabama by Kwik Dry

​Grout is the cement part of the tile construction and therefore it is extremely difficult to clean. This is why it is highly recommended to hire a pro to take care of your tile and grout cleaning in Gulf Shores, Alabama. However, if you [...]

want to try and deal with the issue of dirty, stained grout on your own, here are a few tips you can pick up to get better results. These are also great to be done regularly after having professional tile and grout cleaning done, to maintain the clean look.

How to Maintain Clean Tile and Grout

The first thing you should do is cover the grout with a homemade cleaner consisting of baking soda and water. Make sure you add more baking soda than water so that the mixture is rather thick than watery. Apply the mixture on the grout with your finger and let it settle.

While that is absorbing, make a solution of white vinegar and water. Make sure you add both equally. Use a spray bottle to apply the liquid on the soda mixture on the grout. You should notice instant bubbling. This small chemical reaction is what will cause the dirt to on the grout to lift.

Now you should wait for the chemical reaction to do its thing. Once it stops bubbling, the reaction is done and you can complete the cleaning process. Use a stiff brush to scrub the grout lines. You will often see people doing this with a toothbrush. That is effective but it will definitely take way more time than if you used a larger sized brush. It is, however, a matter of preference. Once you’re done scrubbing the grout, mop the floor with water only. Your grout should now look much better!

An Alternate Grout Cleaning Method

Another thing you can do, which requires less common home supplies, is cleaning the grout with oxygenated bleach. The bleach is mixed with hot water, making a perfect solution for grout cleaning. However, it may damage colored grouts so you have to be very careful with this method. Another mixture for the same purpose can be made out of hydrogen peroxide, baking soda and dish soap. The mixture should contain 3/4 cup of baking soda, 1/4 cup of hydrogen peroxide and one tablespoon of dish soap. Apply the mixture on the grout with a scrubbing brush and let it stay there for 15 minutes. After the time is up, rinse the grout with hot or even just warm water to remove any leftover dirt and residue and then mop the floor to finish the process.
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As said in the beginning, all these methods are quite efficient but can never perform as good as professional services using machines and special solutions. However, they are great for maintaining the grout after having it go through the procedure of tile and grout cleaning in Gulf Shores, Alabama. We highly recommend you to hire a professional cleaning service if you want the best results and always keep maintaining your grout by implementing these methods regularly.

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About the Author: Jason Knight​

​Jason Knight is the founder and owner of Kwik Dry Floor to Ceiling Cleaning & Restoration. Since 2008, Kwik Dry has been a family-owned business dedicated to providing the highest quality cleaning and restoration services. We began in Greenville, Illinois and in May 2014 we opened up our new location in Gulf Shores, Alabama where we have continued to serve residential and commercial clients with the same value and commitment. Today we are happily serving residents and businesses along the Gulf Coast of Alabama and Florida including Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Foley, Pensacola, Perdido Key and surrounding areas. We use the exclusive Kwik Dry cleaning system, featuring an All-Natural Citrus Cleaner that is SAFE for kids and pets and dries in about an hour. We provide professional residential and commercial cleaning for carpets, tile and grout, ceilings and more. We generously provide each of our customers with exceptional customer service and the cleanest ceilings, floors and surfaces possible. Learn about us on our website or call us with any questions. We're looking forward to giving you a cleaning experience worth talking about.