How to Clean Grout Sealer Off Ceramic Tiles

Laying your own ceramic tiles is not a job for the faint of heart. It is a process that involves multiple steps and much care. Of course, it can also reduce the cost greatly, as only materials must be purchased. After the tile has been laid, a haze may begin to develop over the tiles as a result of the grout sealer. There is no need to panic. Removing the haze is the easiest part of the tile-laying process.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Nylon brush
• Mildly abrasive cleanser
• Water
• Cloth
• Sponge
• Stripper
• Towel

1. Wet a stiff-bristled brush with water and shake out.

2. Apply a small amount of cleanser directly to the brush.

3. Scrub the affected tiles with the brush.

4. Wipe with a clean cloth to check for effectiveness. If the sealant was removed, dampen a cloth with water and wipe the area clean.

5. Apply a sealant stripper, which can be purchased at a home supply store, to a sponge and rub onto an inconspicous tile. Check for results after one hour. If no discoloration or other harm was caused to the tile, proceed.

6. Apply the stripper to the entire affected area with a sponge. Scrub with a brush and wipe away the remnants of the grout sealer with a clean cloth. Repeat until all the sealer has been removed.

7. Rinse the cleaned area with water. Dry with a clean towel.

References

• Removing grout sealer simply
• Removing grout sealer with stripper