How And What To Clean The Tiles In The Bathroom From Plaque At Home: Rules For Effective Cleaning Of Tiles

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-17 22:26

How to clean tiles in the bathroom: household chemicals and folk remedies

Bathroom tiles are popular for a number of attractive properties, including ease of maintenance. Nevertheless, you should know how to properly carry out this care.

Content

• 1 Why wash the tiles in the bathroom and how often it should be done

• 2 How to wash tiles

  • 2.1 Special household chemicals

  • 2.2 Folk remedies

    • 2.2.1 Soda
    • 2.2.2 Video: how to clean tile joints with soda and bleach
    • 2.2.3 Laundry soap
    • 2.2.4 Vinegar
    • 2.2.5 Citric acid
    • 2.2.6 Video: how to wash bathroom tiles with citric acid
    • 2.2.7 Ammonia
    • 2.2.8 Bleach

  • 2.3 Technical assistants

    • 2.3.1 Washing vacuum cleaner
    • 2.3.2 Photo Gallery: Vacuum Cleaners
    • 2.3.3 Steam cleaner
    • 2.3.4 Video: Steam Cleaning Effectiveness
    • 2.3.5 Window cleaning robot
    • 2.3.6 Video: How Smart Robot Washing Works
• 3 What to do if mold appears

Why wash bathroom tiles and how often do you need to do it

Tired of everyday worries, we often do not have time to clean the bathroom in time. Tile magnates simplify our task by releasing non-marking tiles, on which dirt and streaks are completely invisible. But if the dirt is not visible, this does not mean that it is not. A humid bathroom environment is conducive to the growth of pathogens such as mold and mildew, which can lead to serious diseases. In addition, even if the dirt is not conspicuous, the appearance of the tile still deteriorates, shine is lost, and a cloudy coating appears. Dirt is especially noticeable on a monochromatic dark material.

Dirt and fungus on the tiles is not only ugly, but also unhealthy

Therefore, remove dirt (greasy fingerprints, splashes of water, foam, etc.) as soon as it appears. And once a month it is necessary to carry out a general cleaning:

1. First of all, remove from the bathroom all objects that clutter up the space (towels, hygiene products, etc.). Small items can be temporarily stored in a box or basin.

2. Remove large debris from the floor. Wipe dust off the walls. Wall tiles should be washed from top to bottom. The floor covering is cleaned last.

   

   When you are going to clean the tiles on the floor, first remove the debris from it

3. Treat the entire surface of tiles and seams with a cleaning and disinfectant solution and leave for 3-5 minutes for the agent to start working, corroding dirt.

4. Rub off dirt. Lungs can be removed with a rag or household sponge. For more stable ones, it is better to use a stiff brush. Particular attention should be paid to the joints between the tiles. They are the most important places for dirt and bacteria.

   

   The joints between tiles can be cleaned with an old toothbrush

5. Rinse the coating with clean water to remove any residual product. It is convenient to water the tiles near the bathtub with water from the shower. Foam goes away faster.

   

   The water from the shower rinses the tiles faster

6. If the dirt remains, but there is less of it, the procedure should be repeated. This time, the cleaner only needs to be applied to the required areas.

   

   Clean stubborn dirt with a hard brush

7. Wipe the surface of the clean tile dry (paper towels, flannel or terry cloth). Self-drying moisture can leave streaks and streaks.

How to wash tiles

There are many products for cleaning tiles, you just need to choose the right one.

Special household chemicals

It is better to choose proven products of well-known brands.

Popular tile cleaners:

1. Luxus Professional. This liquid universal product cleans the tiles in a few minutes, dissolving limescale and rust, provides disinfection, but has a pungent odor. After application, a protective film forms on the surface, which prevents new dirt.

   

   Luxus Professional cleans tiles well and has a prolonged effect

2. Frosch. The preparation does not contain harmful phosphates and aldehydes. The effective action of the detergent is based only on natural ingredients.

   

   Frosch is an environmentally friendly and effective product

3. Amway home. These products are not cheap (a liter pack of a multifunctional product will cost 550 rubles), but economical - one pack is enough for a year of use. Cleans everything that can be washed with water, including limescale and rust on tiles. Does not leave streaks. After processing, the tile acquires a mirror shine. The drug consists entirely of natural ingredients and is safe for humans. Dermatologically tested. The manufacturer claims that they can even wash their hands.

   

   Good quality Amway products enjoy consistent popularity

4. Separate products for tiles, tile joints, heavy dirt, mold removal from the German company Mellerud Bio. According to numerous reviews on the network, the Mellerud Bio brand is one of the best. With strict adherence to the instructions, any tool fully copes with its task and is economically consumed.

   

   Mellerud Bio - combination of German quality and affordable price

5. Cillit Bang. The tool does not somewhat meet the high expectations promised by the manufacturer. But in general, it removes everyday dirt and plaque well. True, it does not fully cope with old limescale. Easily removed from the surface within the first five minutes, but hardens quickly, and further cleaning requires additional effort. There are also minor disadvantages. In particular, chemical odor and the need to wear gloves. The product is corrosive and can damage your hands.

   

   Cillit Bang is an inexpensive product that effectively removes everyday stains

6. Universal bathroom cleaner Mr. Muscle. Designed for cleaning all bathroom surfaces. The tool does not always cope with its task, but it cleans the tiles well, removing limescale and dirt in the joints. It has a low price (about 170 rubles per 500 ml). Available in two forms: with and without a spray.

   

   Mr Muscle has become very popular thanks to a well-organized marketing campaign

7. Mr. Proper is an inexpensive universal cleaner for floors and walls made of all materials. It is economically consumed (for 5 liters of water you will need 2 caps of the product) and does not require rinsing, which greatly simplifies the process. Good for everyday cleaning. In case of heavy dirt, a concentrated liquid can be used, but in this case the tiles must be rinsed with clean water after cleaning.

   

   Mr Proper is an inexpensive and economical tool

Folk remedies

Despite the abundance of professional products on sale, folk methods of cleaning tiles are not inferior to them in efficiency, but they are much cheaper.

Soda

Baking soda disinfects and removes unpleasant odors. It can be effectively used for everyday tile cleaning, so as not to spend money on expensive household chemicals:

1. Dissolve 2 tbsp. l. soda in 1 liter of warm water.
2. Treat the tiles.
3. Rinse off any remaining solution with clean water.

For heavy dirt, soda works effectively in tandem with any bleach powder and cleans the joints between tiles well:

1. Combine equal parts baking soda and bleach.
2. Add a little water to the mixture so that you get a gruel.
3. Apply the product to the seams and scrub with a brush.
4. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. During this time, the composition will dry out and absorb the dirt.
5. Flush seams with water.

Video: how to clean tile joints with soda and bleach

Laundry soap

Light stains on the tiles can be removed with laundry soap. It copes well with greasy deposits and traces of cosmetics, and is suitable for everyday care.

Procedure:

1. Rub the sponge with laundry soap and treat the surface.
2. Rinse off the lather with water.

Vinegar

Vinegar is a weakly acidic chemical and has a number of beneficial properties:

• effectively removes dirt;
• blocks the growth of bacteria;
• makes the surface shine.

Vinegar removes dirt and disinfects tile surfaces

For stubborn dirt and mold:

1. Pour undiluted vinegar into a spray bottle and spray it over the tile. You can also use vinegar essence, after diluting it with water in a ratio of 1 to 10.
2. Rub stubborn dirt thoroughly.
3. Rinse the tiles with water and dry.
4. Ventilate the area by turning on the fan. Within an hour, the vinegar smell will completely disappear.

Vinegar can be used for daily maintenance as a preventive measure against harmful bacteria and to give shine to tiles:

1. Soak a cloth towel with vinegar and wipe the tiles.
2. Then wipe dry and buff the surface with a dry cloth. This will give the tiles a beautiful shine. You do not need to rinse off the vinegar with water.
3. Ventilate the bathroom.

Lemon acid

With citric acid, tiles can be tidied up quickly and efficiently.

Citric acid properties:

• copes well with lime deposits, and also dissolves other dirt and plaque;
• disinfects the surface, kills germs and fungi;
• freshens the air, eliminating unpleasant odors;
• makes the surface shine.

Citric acid effectively dissolves dirt and removes limescale

Application:

1. Dissolve one sachet of citric acid in two liters of warm water.
2. Apply the solution to the tiles and wait 2-3 minutes.
3. Then wipe the surface with a damp cloth and polish to a shine.

Video: how to wash bathroom tiles with citric acid

Ammonia

The product returns the tiles to their former shine, but has an unpleasant odor. During the procedure, the respiratory organs should be protected, and after that, the bathroom should be well ventilated.

Procedure:

1. A working solution is prepared from 1 tbsp. l. ammonia and 2 liters of water.
2. Then it is applied to the tiles and left on for 5-7 minutes.
3. The surface is wiped with a damp cloth and dried.

Ammonia can be purchased at the pharmacy

Bleaching powder

The familiar bleach is effective (it copes well with limescale and rust), but caustic and unsafe. Therefore, it is recommended to use bleach in extreme cases when other means have not had the desired effect.

Security measures:

• ensure good ventilation of the bathroom, for example, with a special hood;
• while working, close the door tightly so that the acrid smell does not spread to other rooms;
• protect hands, eyes and respiratory system from harmful chlorine fumes.

Procedure:

1. Dissolve bleach in cool water in a ratio of 1 to 1.
2. Apply to tiles and leave for 15-20 minutes.
3. Brush off dirt.
4. Rinse the surface thoroughly with water.

Technical assistants

It is not necessary to wash the tiles by hand. Household appliances can be called for help.

Washing vacuum cleaner

Cleaning large tiles is best done with a vacuum cleaner. This will save you time and effort.

How to choose a cleaner for your vacuum cleaner:

• you can take a universal product designed for any type of coating, or special for tiles and stones;
• you should pay attention to products with a low foaming effect - the operating time will be shorter;
• it is better to choose products that have antibacterial components in the composition.

For example, to clean tiles with a washing vacuum cleaner, you can use the following products:

• Topperr;
• Astonish Vac Maxx;
• Thomas ProFloor;
• Top House.

Photo Gallery: Vacuum Cleaners

Topperr - a concentrated universal shampoo for vacuum cleaners

Top House shampoo has a disinfectant effect and protects tiles from re-contamination

Astonish Vac Maxx English cleaner for vacuum cleaners removes stubborn stains and neutralizes odors

Thomas ProFloor - a special shampoo from a German manufacturer for cleaning tiles and hard floors

Steam cleaner

The high pressure steam jet of the appliance ensures good cleaning results and removes even the most difficult dirt. It is especially effective to use a steam cleaner to remove dirt and bacteria from the joints between tiles.

The steam cleaner helps to remove dirt and freshen the appearance of tiles

Video: the effectiveness of cleaning with a steam cleaner

Glass cleaning robot

A small glass washer will also do the job of cleaning tiles if they are laid flat, without protruding elements. All you need to do is set the device to the starting position.

The cleaning robot will do all the work for you

The most popular manufacturers and models of this miracle technology:

• Hobot (models 268, 198, 188);
• Winbot (W950, W850);
• Redmond RV-RW001;
• Windoro WCR-I001.

Video: how an intelligent robot washer works

What to do if mold appears

It is better not to let the mold appear on the walls, but if this has already happened, it is necessary to remove the harmful fungus as soon as possible. The means described above (citric acid, vinegar, ammonia) and a more thorough cleaning will help in this. It will be useful to use a steam cleaner.

The tiles in the bathroom must be maintained regularly. Simple steps will help preserve its original beauty and shine.