How to Clean Bathtub Ceramic Tile

Ceramic tile is a popular wall covering for bathtub areas. Unlike painted or wallpapered drywall, ceramic tile is moisture resistant and easy to care for. Because tile can be scratch, there are a few essentials that are important to remember when cleaning the tile around your bathtub.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• soft cloth
• vinegar or cleaning solution
• grout sealant

1. Wash the ceramic tile around your bathtub with a mild detergent or tile cleaner. Do not use a harsh cleanser or one that it abrasive, as it will scratch the tile. A mixture of 1 cup vinegar mixed in a gallon of hot water will clean dirt off your ceramic tile as well as remove hard water deposits. Do not use soap or an oil based cleanser.

2. Rinse the ceramic tile using a clean damp cloth. Do not use an abrasive cloth or it may scratch your tile.

3. Clean the grout around your ceramic bathtub tiles regularly. Grout lines are rough and will attract dirt and become dark and unsightly. Using a toothbrush, apply grout cleaner to the grout and rinse it clean. Do not use bleach on the grout as it can discolor. A paste of hydrogen peroxide and vinegar will work well to clean grout.

4. To prevent grout from soaking up moisture and becoming mildewed, seal the grout around your bathtub tiles. Grout sealants can be purchased and applied using either a spray bottle or a small paint brush.