DIY Tips for Grout Cleaning and Renewal in Your Bathroom and Kitchen

Cleaning grout is one of those home cleaning tasks that, although it takes some time and requires some elbow grease, the results speak for themselves. Using simple cleaning products, make your tile sparkle again. Check out our helpful DIY tips for renewing these hard-to-clean places in your home. The team at Wood Country Building Services is happy to help pull together the cleaning supplies and tools needed to make this task as easy as possible.

Tools and Cleaning Supplies Needed To Clean and Renew Grout

All the tools and cleaning supplies listed here can be found at Wood Country Building Services. We are happy to assist with all of your DIY projects and needs.

• Gloves
• Bucket
• Grout brush/toothbrush
• Spray bottle
• Mould remover
• Vinegar
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Dish soap
• Water
• Bleach
• Microfibre cloth or rag

Methods for Cleaning Grout Lines

Start by Scrubbing

The first task for cleaning grout lines is to use a grout brush or an old toothbrush with a cleaner to scrub off old stains by hand.

The most effective method is to use lukewarm water and a grout cleaner in a spray bottle. Start by moving the brush in circular motions and rinse with water. If you press too hard, the grout could start to erode.

Use a Dish Soap Solution

Dish soap can be used in many different cleaning situations around your home. Next time you notice the grout in your kitchen doesn’t look as white as the tile, break out the dish soap and a microfibre cloth to gently remove old food stains.

Clean With Vinegar

Vinegar is an effective cleaning solution for mild stains from soap or calcium buildup in the shower to restore the white grout to its original state. You can dilute vinegar in a 1:1 ratio with water in a spray bottle.

Spray the vinegar solution onto the grout lines in the shower and leave for five to ten minutes before scrubbing with a soft brush. Rinse with water.

Use Baking Soda for Tough Stains

To make white grout shine like new, try a more abrasive cleaner like baking soda.

Make a paste of water and baking soda by mixing equal parts. Apply the paste onto the grout lines with your fingers (wear gloves for added protection). Allow the mixture to sit for five minutes before scrubbing with a brush. Rinse with water. You can also periodically spot clean with this solution.

Remove Mould With Hydrogen Peroxide

It might be surprising to hear that bleach isn’t the best cleaner for removing mould from your home. Bleach can actually spread mould and mildew spores around the area.

Instead, grab a bottle of 3% hydrogen peroxide to spray on the affected area. Be careful to use gloves when cleaning with hydrogen peroxide or working with mould. This cleaning solution is the best option for removing nasty mould or hard-to-clean stains.

Steam Clean for Impossible Stains

Another method for removing stains from grout in your bathroom or kitchen is to use a steam cleaner. This nonabrasive method works for the most challenging stains with minimal scrubbing or elbow grease.

Simply wipe the area before using the steamer. Then use a damp microfibre cloth to wipe the tile and grout.

Now that you have plenty of tips and ideas for DIY methods to clean and refresh the grout around your home, check in with us to get the supplies and tools you need. With just a little work, these techniques will significantly improve the cleanliness of your home.