One of the most popular options for home flooring is ceramic floor tile. They are durable, plus, you get find a lot of patterned tiles now. However, like any other floor, you need to take care of them, and clean them properly, if you want them to last for a longer period of time.
Below, you will find some tips to clean the patterned ceramic floor tile.
1. Vacuum the tiles at your home at least twice a week. Constant exposure to sand and other debris will remove the shine from the surface of the floor and in some cases, can cause scratches on the floors. Once you have cleared the dirt, it’s time to mop the floors. To clean the floor, mix a washing detergent with hot water and dip your mop in it. Don’t forget to keep changing the dirty water. If you want, you can make your own mixture using lemon juice and Luke warm water.
2. If you want a neat and clean finish of your patterned ceramic floor tile, you need to learn how to keep the grout clean. Dirty grouts mean dirty look on the floor. Since the grout has pores, they attract a lot of grime and debris. Use a grout cleaner to get rid of dirt. Mild bleach can also help in this regard. Don’t forget to wear gloves when working with these harmful products. Let the cleaner to sit for 5 minutes before you scrub the dirt away using a soft toothbrush
For tougher grout stains, mix water and baking soda. Let it sit overnight before you scrub it off with a nylon brush.
Taking care of your patterned ceramic floor tile is important if you want your home to have a clean finish. Dirty looking floors are not only unattractive but are unhygienic too.
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