How to Clean Brick Tile
Brick tile gives your kitchen or any other room in your home a distinct, custom look. However, many homeowners hesitate to install brick tile floors due to the concerns over maintenance and upkeep. Such trepidation is somewhat well-founded--after all, brick is a highly porous material, as is the grout the holds it together. This can make brick and brick tile troublesome to clean. However, there are easy solutions that will make a brick tile floor a viable option. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Seal your brick tile floor. This will add a colorless, protective coating on your floor that will make it much easier to clean. Buy a quality brick masonry sealer from your hardware store and follow the instructions carefully.
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Vacuum sealed brick tile floors regularly. This will remove dirt and dust.
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Wet mop the floor after vacuuming. Use clear, clean water for regular cleanups.
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Use a solution of mild dish detergent and water for heavy soil. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the cleaning solution with clear water.
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Tips & Warnings
You also can clean brick tile floors with a solution of one cup of white vinegar mixed in one gallon of warm water.
