How To Clean Backsplash Tile Grout

Refresh its appearance by cleaning and resealing.

How to clean backsplash tile grout.

Although the tiles themselves can usually be wiped clean pretty easily the grout that holds the tiles in place is fairly porous so it stains easily and is harder to clean. The backsplash gets the bulk of greasy splatters and sprays from the myriad dishes prepared in the kitchen. The tiles themselves may come clean easily but grout lines on your backsplash tend to need a little more scrubbing. Because cement based grout whether sanded or not is porous by.

Clean magic eraser for final tile. Basic grouting tools include a bucket of clean hot water and a grouting sponge a rubber grout float grout premixed or mix your own clean towel and a mr. It s regularly exposed to water sauce grease steam the list goes on. Fill the second bucket with warm water then use the sponge and the water to wipe away the excess grout from the tiles.

The lines of grout between the tiles in your shower bathroom walls and floor tiles can get grungy and gray after a while. Spraying vinegar or lemon juice on the grout and letting it sit for 10 minutes before scrubbing can also help remove grease and food marks. Even if you keep your bathroom tiles clean dirty grout lines can really detract from the look of your tiled floors and walls. The backsplash in your kitchen takes a beating.

You may also end up with greasy grout on your countertops and floors. Allow the grout to a thoroughly dry at least a few hours. Grout is incredibly porous like a giant sponge which means it will absorb any grease grime oils or spills it comes into contact with says leslie reichert green cleaning coach and author of the joy of cleaning and while the culprit may vary from room to room mildew in the bathroom cooking. Once completely dry take the cloth and wipe away any remaining grout film from the backsplash tiles.

Before grouting porous tiles lightly dampen the surface of the tiles with clean water to help prevent the grout from sticking to the tile surfaces. After waiting at least 24 hours seal the grout using the sealer.