How to clean the tiles in the bathroom?

A bathroom is a room that evokes associations with cleanliness and brilliance. However, this is not always the case. Many housewives are looking for information on how to clean the tiles in the bathroom from fungus and plaque, since this pollution spoils the whole impression of the room.

To deal with stains on your tiles, you should be familiar with the causes. Knowing all the nuances, you can quickly return the original look to the ceramics. The bathroom often uses water, which contains lime and various salts. When these elements fall on the tiles, they leave streaks, which later turn into lime. It is quite difficult to eliminate this type of pollution.

Mold with a fungus appears due to:

• high humidity;
• the presence of dirt in the seams between the tiles;
• constant contact with tap water;
• exposure to high temperatures;
• reproduction of bacteria;
• neglect of surface care.

Bathroom tile cleaners are available in many stores. The following products are popular:

• Cillit bang copes well with limescale, rust. The special composition helps to break down fat and impart an attractive gloss to the surface.
• Domestos will help remove mold and all germs from the bathroom. The most convenient way is to use a spray.
• Mr Muscle not only actively removes lime and soap stains, but also helps to get rid of greasy marks and microbes.
• Trademark Comet offers a wide range of products that help in cleaning the bathroom and other areas. The spray can quickly remove plaque, grease and dirt.
• Melamine sponge is an alternative to chemicals. The sponge consists of melamine foam, which penetrates the pores of the tiles and removes plaque and dirt.

Many housewives prefer to use home remedies that are found in almost every home. The most popular are the following methods:

• A combination of vinegar and baking soda. These ingredients remove lime and salt in 10 minutes. Using baking soda-free table vinegar will not only help you deal with dirt, but also get an attractive shine on your tiles.
• With citric acid, you can get rid of the dirt on the tiles. You will need to rub the surface with lemon juice or citric acid. After processing, the walls should be wiped with warm water.
• The ammonia fights lime, fungi and dirt. Please note that this substance has an unpleasant odor, therefore, you should observe safety measures when using it. As a rule, this method is used when cleaning the joints between tiles.

In addition to the list of recommended products, there is a list of substances that destroy the surface of the tile. Experts do not recommend using the following products to clean bathroom tiles:

• detergents with acid content;
• abrasive preparations;
• brushes with coarse teeth;
• metal scouring pads;
• it is forbidden to clean the surface with powders intended for manual use;
• substances used in the dishwasher;
• products for cleaning ovens and sinks;
• substances intended for the toilet.

To remove stains from the tiles in the bathroom, you need to decide what kind of pollution you plan to deal with. There is an effective method for each type of stain. Many grab their heads after repairs in the bathroom, as the sealant and traces of rust seem, at first glance, an overwhelming task.

Many housewives are faced with a problem when lime hits the surface of the tiles, absorbing into the grooves between the ceramics and into other cracks. With the help of commercial products, you can qualitatively clean the tiles until a mirror-like shine appears. The products are designed for various types of dirt that attack the surface of not only walls, but also floors. Many products contain disinfectants that eliminate fungus and germs.

You should not buy products that contain acids and cleaning agents. You also need to carefully study the instructions for using the selected drug. The best result is shown by gel-like products, as they are more convenient to use and more effective.

A glass cleaner with ammonia showed a good result in the fight against lime. You will need to spray on the desired area, and then simply wash the tiles on the wall.

Many people have faced a situation when after the repair there were grout marks on the tiles. This type of contamination is easy to remove. Wait until the grout becomes lighter and wash the tile surface with water. When the layer is softer, it can be easily removed.

Epoxy is more difficult to remove. It is best to immediately use a special tool that is sold in the store.

You will have to work hard to scrub the dry sealant crust off the tile. To eliminate contamination, you can use the following methods:

• Try to remove the substance during laying. For these purposes, you can use a rubberized spatula or a damp cloth.
• If the sealant is already dry, ammonia or table vinegar can be used to remove it. Acetone is effective against the polymer mass, but in this case, the tiles should be cleaned carefully.
• Silicone is well removed by products that use a solvent.
• You can also use sanding to soften the sealant. Then use a spatula or hard type sponge.

In the bathroom, you should monitor not only the surface of the walls, but also the cleanliness of the floor. Its surface is also exposed to contact with moisture, soap solutions and other objects. Dirty floors are not only ugly, but also dangerous. Such a floor can even injure its owner, since it is easy to slip on it.

When working with floor tiles, you can use abrasive detergents. Unlike wall tiles, it is more abrasion resistant. The following methods are also recommended:

• If light-colored tiles are used on the floor, clean with warm water and a little soda ash. One pinch is enough.
• Dark colored tiles should be washed with warm water and a liquid floor cleaner.
• If the dirt is severe enough, moisten the floor and sprinkle baking soda on the surface, then scrub with a brush. After a while, you can spray on the vinegar. Substances are removed with a mop.
• There is an anti-slip coating on the floor tiles, so it is recommended to wipe the floor right away if water gets on it. By observing this rule, it will be easier for you to return the shine to the tiles.

When replacing pipes in the bathroom, you may need a grinder. After using it, the tile becomes covered with black dots, which leads many housewives to panic. How to get rid of welding marks on tiles:

• It is better to take care of such a situation in advance. Take preventive measures. Cover the areas around the pipe with a cloth, securing the ends of the material with masking tape. Polyethylene should be discarded, as welding will burn such a surface.
• Caked metal droplets can be removed with hydrochloric acid. Dilute the solution with a low concentration and apply it to the desired area for 10 minutes. Do not inhale acid vapors, it is hazardous to health and carry out activities with gloves and a mask.
• At the end of the reaction, only iron salts will remain on the tile. They can be easily washed with cold water. In place of the drops, only craters will remain, which will no longer be possible to get rid of.

You can use different cleaning methods to remove rust from tiles:

• Cream of tartar. This substance is sold in powder form. To remove rust, sprinkle the powder on the desired area and wipe it with a sponge dampened in water. To speed up the procedure, pre-treat the surface with 3% hydrogen peroxide.
• Vinegar and baking soda effective in the fight against rust. Wear rubber gloves. Soak a sponge in 6% vinegar and sprinkle generously with baking soda. When the two substances react, start processing the tiles.
• Lemon juice with salt effectively removes rust on tiles. The juice can be replaced with citric acid. The required area should be abundantly moistened with juice and left for 25 minutes. Then sprinkle the surface with finely ground salt and use a circular motion to remove the rust stains. Use only table salt without crystals and stones.

Mold can affect not only the joints of the tiles, but also the walls and ceiling in the room. It is necessary to fight the fungus at the initial stage, since such an education is harmful to the human body.

Many brands produce special products that help eliminate blackness on the seams of the tiles in the bathroom. However, the cost of such products is quite high. Alternatively, you can use budget methods to eliminate fungus:

• The steam cleaner is excellent at destroying germs, fights grease, dirt and mold.
• With the help of "Whiteness" or bleach, you can say goodbye to mold for a long time. Leave the product on the surface for one hour and rinse off with plain water. Do not forget about precautions and the need to ventilate the room.
• Mold can be removed from the joints with soda ash and a coarse brush.
• Hydrogen peroxide helps in bleaching the seams. This solution does not require rinsing.

The joints that are located between the tiles can be cleaned using the following methods:

• powder for washing clothes;
• soda ash;
• kitchen cleaner (use one without coarse abrasive).

The joints are filled with a compound containing cement, resins, wax and glue. The ingredients create a rough and dirt-prone surface. You can wash them with "Whiteness". Cleaning is done with the tiles.

Toothbrush and toothpaste are also good for cleaning the spaces between tiles. When the seams are dry, cover the surface with acrylic. The paint forms a film that can prevent dirt from absorbing in the future.

If you cannot clean the seams, renew the surface. Wipe off the top coat with vinegar. Do not use other components, as they can damage the tile. Already on a dry gap, grout can be applied, guided by the instructions. The surplus must be removed. Cover the joint surface with acrylic paint.

Before removing dirt from a tile, pay attention to the features of its surface. There are subtleties to work with each type. For example, matte tiles are best and easiest to clean with special compounds. If the pollution is heavy, ammonia will allow you to clean the surface without streaks. Afterwards, you can use an emulsion for matte ceramics. This method will help keep the surface of the walls attractive and bright.

For a matte surface to shine, apply polishing wax to the dry ceramic. Many people prefer to save money and buy wax designed for car body treatment. It helps protect the bathroom walls, but washes out immediately upon contact with hot steam and water.

To clean embossed ceramic tiles at home, you can use specialized products for difficult surfaces that are sold in stores. When cleaning rough ceramics or decorative material, observe the following rules:

• exclude products with an aggressive composition or abrasives;
• Cillit Bang received excellent reviews. It cleans well a rough surface from dirt;
• using a steam generator, you can remove all unnecessary substances from the porous surface;
• for a more convenient cleaning process, use the Picobello mop.

There are several ways in which you can easily clean the mosaic. Even if your ceramics have lost their attractive appearance, you can quickly transform old tiles by cleaning the grout. When choosing this method, consider the type of grout used in your bathroom and your capabilities.

When working with cement grout, start the process by removing top coat and dust. The new material can only be applied after the old surface has been treated. Use a special cleaner for this purpose, which is applied for five minutes. The washed seams must dry.

If the mosaic is bonded with epoxy grout, remember that this material is denser and more difficult to remove. If the joints are 70% or more dirty, the tiles will have to be removed and a new one should be laid out.

In order for the tiles in the bathroom to retain their attractive appearance for a long time, they should be properly looked after. Follow these recommendations for the care of tiles:

• wipe the tile with a damp cloth in places where the tile is in contact with water;
• take care of the hood to exclude the formation of mold and mildew;
• clean the bathroom tiles once a week;
• Change the grout every few years to prevent mold.

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