How to: Electric Grout Cleaning
Over time, dirt and debris can lodge in tile grout, making it look dark, dirty or greasy and ruining the look of your tile. Expedite the cleaning process by using a handheld electric grout cleaning brush that you can purchase from a hardware or home improvement store. Keep in mind that cleaning chipped or cracked grout with an electric brush can further damage it, so if this is the case with your tile, use manual cleaning methods instead. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Mix 1/3 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar and 7 cups of water.
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Add 1/2 cup baking soda and mix the solution until the baking soda completely dissolves.
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Pour the solution into a spray bottle.
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Spray the solution onto the dirty grout.
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Let the solution sit on the grout for at least 10 minutes. This will give it time to loosen the stain.
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Turn on the electric grout-scrubbing tool. Hold the brush firmly against the grout and activate the brushes.
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Brush the grout until you've removed all of the stains.
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Rinse away the cleaning solution by soaking the grout with clear water from a sponge.
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Remove as much of the water as possible with a sponge and let the grout air-dry completely.
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Tips & Warnings
Work in a well-ventilated room.
Do not add bleach to the grout cleaning solution, as bleach and ammonia create potentially toxic fumes.
Do not use this ammonia solution if you've recently cleaned the tile with bleach or other products that contain chlorine, as the two will mix to create toxic fumes.
