Comments on: How to Clean Grout http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/ How to clean anything and everything! Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:15:38 +0000 hourly 1 By: lynn http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-71364 lynn Sat, 24 Sep 2011 22:57:17 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-71364 Just used baking powder and a toothbrush and all my orange grout is now whitish. Terrific! Just used baking powder and a toothbrush and all my orange grout is now whitish.

Terrific!

]]> By: Johnp http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-71323 Johnp Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:06:40 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-71323 The title paragraph has a couple of misconceptions. Grout is not impervious to water. Water can weep through grout. That is why a barrier (Kerdi, Red Guard, etc.) that IS impervious to water is applied to the substrate, and the tile is adhered to that. Also, grout does not keep tiles in place. That is the job of the tile adhesive such as thinset. Grout just fills in the spaces between the tiles. The title paragraph has a couple of misconceptions.

Grout is not impervious to water. Water can weep through grout. That is why a barrier (Kerdi, Red Guard, etc.) that IS impervious to water is applied to the substrate, and the tile is adhered to that. Also,
grout does not keep tiles in place. That is the job of the tile adhesive such as thinset. Grout just fills in the spaces between the tiles.

]]> By: SIJS http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-64379 SIJS Sat, 22 Jan 2011 19:30:30 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-64379 I forgot to tell you, “to keep the glass inside of your shower cleaner”, once clean and dry, it perhaps would be worth it to try applying “Rain-X” on the inside according to the directions, just like you would on your car windshield so that the glass would then tend to repel water off of it. I know when “applied properly” on your car windows, it works well. I do know that if you use liquid bath soap instead of bar soap, you have far less residue on glass and tubs left behind as well. You perhaps would have to apply the Rain-X twice a month. I have not done this one but it may work as well as it does on car glass. Sincerely, S. I forgot to tell you, “to keep the glass inside of your shower cleaner”, once clean and dry, it perhaps would be
worth it to try applying “Rain-X” on the inside according to the directions, just like you would on your car
windshield so that the glass would then tend to repel water off of it. I know when “applied properly” on your car
windows, it works well. I do know that if you use liquid bath soap instead of bar soap, you have far less residue
on glass and tubs left behind as well. You perhaps would have to apply the Rain-X twice a month. I have not
done this one but it may work as well as it does on car glass. Sincerely, S.

]]> By: SIJS http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-64377 SIJS Sat, 22 Jan 2011 17:43:09 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-64377 The answer... A product called “Kaboom” cleans the hard to clean mineral deposits and grime off shower glass if you follow their instructions. It is hard to find however you can go on line and find where they sell it or order it on line. It works exceedingly well and I believe it has pumas in it, much like "Lava" soap for cleaning and dissolving grease and hard grime off your hands, which perhaps could be used too or other products as such, with a toothbrush and some elbow grease however, Kaboom works well on the glass with little effort. Too, you should know that when they build wealthy homes, they usually coat the grout within the showers with a special, clear substance that literally keeps the grout looking beautiful for 15-20 or even more years before you have to reapply it again. Purchased at almost any home improvement store, they can show you where it is and the various options, all lasting different lengths of time and costing different amounts with the 20 year one around $60.00 dollars I believe or perhaps less. Go for the really long lasting one. One large container will do more than one bathroom and you could even split the cost with a friend, neighbor, or relative for their home as well. You also can purchase either online or at Bed Bath and Beyond type of establishments a good steamer for clothes and grease areas that has all kinds of attachments and apply really hot steam to the grout like the professionals would come in and do for you for cleaning it. Once you have it clean and very dry, apply the barrier mentioned above and you will have nipped this problematic situation in the bud for many, and I do mean, many years. Sincerely, S The answer… A product called “Kaboom” cleans the hard to clean mineral deposits and grime off shower glass if you follow their instructions. It is hard to find however you can go on line and find where they sell it or order it on line. It works exceedingly well and I believe it has pumas in it, much like “Lava” soap for cleaning and dissolving grease and hard grime off your hands, which perhaps could be used too or other products as such, with a toothbrush and some elbow grease however, Kaboom works well on the glass with little effort. Too, you should know that when they build wealthy homes, they usually coat the grout within the showers with a special, clear substance that literally keeps the grout looking beautiful for 15-20 or even more years before you have to reapply it again. Purchased at almost any home improvement store, they can show you where it is and the various options, all lasting different lengths of time and costing different amounts with the 20 year one around $60.00 dollars I believe or perhaps less. Go for the really long lasting one. One large container will do more than one bathroom and you could even split the cost with a friend, neighbor, or relative for their home as well. You also can purchase either online or at Bed Bath and Beyond type of establishments a good steamer for clothes and grease areas that has all kinds of attachments and apply really hot steam to the grout like the professionals would come in and do for you for cleaning it. Once you have it clean and very dry, apply the barrier mentioned above and you will have nipped this problematic situation in the bud for many, and I do mean, many years. Sincerely, S

]]> By: Nat http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-37382 Nat Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:43:01 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-37382 Mineral Turpentine works great, but you need about 2 scrubbing brushes and two toothbrushes because all that scum lifts off onto the brushes etc and you CAN'T get it off. I just too them after that. I figured this out after I used turps to get blue tack off a wall and thought if it can get that off then what can it do to soap scum and mold. It kicks butt!! Mineral Turpentine works great, but you need about 2 scrubbing brushes and two toothbrushes because all that scum lifts off onto the brushes etc and you CAN’T get it off. I just too them after that. I figured this out after I used turps to get blue tack off a wall and thought if it can get that off then what can it do to soap scum and mold. It kicks butt!!

]]> By: Jen http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-28417 Jen Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:11:43 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-28417 Tea tree oil is a fantastic anti-fungal, bacterial etc. Again you do need to be careful of how concentrated you use it as it can cause irritation etc (i.e use gloves). It is also an "oil" i.e it does not dissolve in water, I would suggest mixing the Tea tree oil with a small amount of dish washing liquid then adding the water, the dish washing liquid will allow it to mix evenly throughout the water. After you can then just use some hot soapy water to wipe away the excess. Tea tree oil is a fantastic anti-fungal, bacterial etc. Again you do need to be careful of how concentrated you use it as it can cause irritation etc (i.e use gloves).

It is also an “oil” i.e it does not dissolve in water, I would suggest mixing the Tea tree oil with a small amount of dish washing liquid then adding the water, the dish washing liquid will allow it to mix evenly throughout the water. After you can then just use some hot soapy water to wipe away the excess.

]]> By: Ciel http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-13821 Ciel Sun, 10 May 2009 14:51:36 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-13821 I am using the Sonic scrubber instead of my electric toothbrush and the results so far have been far better than before. But, the brush tips come with NO instructions as to which to use where and today (second use) I am having some trouble changing heads. Could be just the one I am using, the head, or my hands today. But, try it yourself. I am using the Sonic scrubber instead of my electric toothbrush and the results so far have been far better than before. But, the brush tips come with NO instructions as to which to use where and today (second use) I am having some trouble changing heads. Could be just the one I am using, the head, or my hands today. But, try it yourself.

]]> By: Vie http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-11636 Vie Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:54:47 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-11636 A cup of Borax and 2 cups of water mixing together in a sprayer will do the trick especially the grout on the floor. Spray the mixture and leave it for 15-25 minutes and dry it with towel or paper towel, viola you have a nice clean and disinfected grout. For the stubborn stains, spray the mixture in the affected area leave it for 5-10 minutes and then brush it hard and dry it with the towel. Thank you. A cup of Borax and 2 cups of water mixing together in a sprayer will do the trick especially the grout on the floor. Spray the mixture and leave it for 15-25 minutes and dry it with towel or paper towel, viola you have a nice clean and disinfected grout. For the stubborn stains, spray the mixture in the affected area leave it for 5-10 minutes and then brush it hard and dry it with the towel. Thank you.

]]> By: Alan http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-8785 Alan Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:03:29 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-8785 Tile and grout cleaning is a difficult and labor intensive task. Typically, the problems arise within the grout and the exterior because both accumulate soap scum or other materials. By hand, to clean this surface effectively it requires the right cleaners and a lot of scrubbing. The good news is that Daimer Industries have developed steam cleaners that take all of the work out of tile and grout cleaning. We have a wide variety of products to help with this task including portable steamers, pressurized vapor cleaners, and other tile cleaning equipment. Tile and grout cleaning is a difficult and labor intensive task. Typically, the problems arise within the grout and the exterior because both accumulate soap scum or other materials. By hand, to clean this surface effectively it requires the right cleaners and a lot of scrubbing. The good news is that Daimer Industries have developed steam cleaners that take all of the work out of tile and grout cleaning. We have a wide variety of products to help with this task including portable steamers, pressurized vapor cleaners, and other tile cleaning equipment.

]]> By: Deena http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-6352 Deena Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:10:42 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-6352 CLEANING GROUT: Keep a Clorox bleach pen in the shower and before you are done showering go over the lines of the grout with the pen once a week and your grout stays white! CLEANING GROUT: Keep a Clorox bleach pen in the shower and before you are done showering go over the lines of the grout with the pen once a week and your grout stays white!

]]> By: Bernadette http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-3013 Bernadette Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:06:25 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-3013 CLEANING GROUT: Easy off oven and grill cleaner for grout with years of buildup; vinegar works on the easy jobs...I have tried everything let it sit at least one half hour. Use an electric toothbrush. It's still time consuming but it works. I also used a clothing steamer first with a towel wrapped around the end in one location with grout that seemed to be mixed with caulk-like material. CLEANING GROUT: Easy off oven and grill cleaner for grout with years of buildup; vinegar works on the easy jobs…I have tried everything let it sit at least one half hour. Use an electric toothbrush. It’s still time consuming but it works. I also used a clothing steamer first with a towel wrapped around the end in one location with grout that seemed to be mixed with caulk-like material.

]]> By: PB&AJ http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-2939 PB&AJ Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:19:58 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-2939 Bleach has not worked at all on my grout, neither has commercial grout cleaner. I'm trying baking soda, peroxide, and then vinegar, in that order. If that doesn't work, I'm throwing a hand-grenade in there and ducking for cover. We just moved in and I have NO idea how long its been since it was cleaned and I'm sure the maintenance people have NO clue what grout sealer is since they didn't even install the tiles correctly! Bleach has not worked at all on my grout, neither has commercial grout cleaner. I’m trying baking soda, peroxide, and then vinegar, in that order. If that doesn’t work, I’m throwing a hand-grenade in there and ducking for cover. We just moved in and I have NO idea how long its been since it was cleaned and I’m sure the maintenance people have NO clue what grout sealer is since they didn’t even install the tiles correctly!

]]> By: JerryP http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1710 JerryP Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:33:45 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1710 Gain alcohol is great to kill mold and mildew although it can't be gotten in all states. It's either 175 proof or 190 proof. You can spray it on but beware the effects of breathing the fumes and whatever you do, don't light a match until it has evaporated. Gain alcohol is great to kill mold and mildew although it can’t be gotten in all states. It’s either 175 proof or 190 proof. You can spray it on but beware the effects of breathing the fumes and whatever you do, don’t light a match until it has evaporated.

]]> By: Elmo http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1531 Elmo Thu, 29 May 2008 20:06:16 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1531 Drugstore hydrogen peroxide turns into harmless water quickly. Between dumping it in spray bottle - and probably keeping the nozzle open - and mixing it with water, it will be useless in a day or two. tea oil, or tea tree oil? Tea tree oil is very useful for molds and has some a$$-kicking anti-bacterial properties, too. However, it's not cheap. Some people like the smell. I hate it. Also, cat owners need to be very careful with natural oils. Natural does not mean harmless. Drugstore hydrogen peroxide turns into harmless water quickly. Between dumping it in spray bottle – and probably keeping the nozzle open – and mixing it with water, it will be useless in a day or two.

tea oil, or tea tree oil? Tea tree oil is very useful for molds and has some a$$-kicking anti-bacterial properties, too. However, it’s not cheap. Some people like the smell. I hate it. Also, cat owners need to be very careful with natural oils. Natural does not mean harmless.

]]> By: LLL http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1041 LLL Fri, 22 Feb 2008 19:55:14 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1041 Use a 3:1 ratio of baking soda and water to form a paste. Brush into grout and rinse. Repeat for stubborn stains. Use a 3:1 ratio of baking soda and water to form a paste. Brush into grout and rinse. Repeat for stubborn stains.

]]> By: Angie F http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1021 Angie F Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:48:32 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-1021 Kaboom shower, tub and tile cleaner works wonders on floor grout. I spray it on, and let it sit about 5 minutes. I use a grout brush I picked up at Target to scrub the grout line. I then use a wet rag to rinse. I keep a bucket of hot water next to me with the brush and a couple of rags in it. After I have done my kitchen, I reseal it with a silicone based sealant. I have cream colored grout and tile, and this is the most effective combo I have found. Work in small sections, and do not let the product dry on the grout. Kaboom shower, tub and tile cleaner works wonders on floor grout. I spray it on, and let it sit about 5 minutes. I use a grout brush I picked up at Target to scrub the grout line. I then use a wet rag to rinse. I keep a bucket of hot water next to me with the brush and a couple of rags in it. After I have done my kitchen, I reseal it with a silicone based sealant. I have cream colored grout and tile, and this is the most effective combo I have found. Work in small sections, and do not let the product dry on the grout.

]]> By: JackMan http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-30 JackMan Sun, 02 Sep 2007 04:16:47 +0000 http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-grout/#comment-30 Seriously, this stuff is such a PITA to clean, once you're done make sure you seal it up good so you don't have to do it all over again. Seriously, this stuff is such a PITA to clean, once you’re done make sure you seal it up good so you don’t have to do it all over again.

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