Simple hack to cleaning grout that will save you time.

Grout is notoriously difficult to clean especially in bathrooms and kitchens. This article provides a little information about grout and how to go about cleaning grout.

1. What is grout & what is it used for?
2. What chemicals should you use to clean grout?
3. How to clean grout: general tips
4. How to clean grout

What is grout and what it’s used for?

Grout is a type of mortar a mixture of cement, sand & water. It is used to fill in the spaces between tiles. Grout comes in a variety of colors. It is a necessary step in the tile installation process, as it helps to keep the tiles in place and makes them less likely to shift or fall off over time.

What chemicals should I use to clean grout?

Start with the mildest option first. We also recommend using water first and if you have no luck we recommend baking soda & vinegar. If you still have no luck you can use some stronger chemicals. You can purchase grout cleaning chemicals from your local hardware store.

How to clean grout: general tips

Remember when attempting to clean grout you should always start with the mildest cleaning product & only work your way up to stronger cleaning chemicals if necessary.

Applying a homemade grout cleaner. we suggest starting with vinegar and baking soda and if this does not provide the results you are after then try a commercial grout cleaner.

When using vinegar and baking soda to clean grout we recommend you follow the below steps. When using a commercial product ensure you follow the directions provided and carefully follow all safety guidelines.

What will I need to clean the grout using vinegar & baking soda?

• Baking Soda
• White vinegar
• A toothbrush or some type of hard bristle brush

How do I clean the grout using vinegar and baking soda?

1. Place some baking soda into a bowl. The amount will depend on how much grout cleaner you wish to make
2. Add some vinegar to the bowl of baking soda and mix it until you have made a paste
3. Spread the paste along the area of grout you wish to clean
4. Scrub the paste with the toothbrush or bristled brush
5. Let the paste sit for between 5 to 10 minutes
6. Rinse with warm water.