How to Remove Hazy Film From Ceramic Tile

Remove unsightly haze on your ceramic tiles to keep them looking new.

Hazy film most often occurs on ceramic tile either after applying grout to the tile, or after using a cleaning product and not thoroughly rinsing the residue. When dealing with haze on tiles after grouting, you simply need a damp sponge and a soft cloth. When you are dealing with cleaning supply residue on ceramic tile, try making a haze-removing solution of vinegar, ammonia and baking soda.

Things You'll Need

• Sponge
• Water
• Soft cloth
• Vinegar
• Ammonia
• Baking soda
• Bucket
• Towel

Instructions

Haze from Grouting

1. Wipe the freshly grouted tile with a damp sponge. Move in a diagonal motion to avoid removing grout from the seams.

2. Air-dry the tiles until a hazy, white film appears.

3. Wipe the tiles gently with a soft cloth until you have removed the hazy film.

Haze from Cleaning Products

1. Fill the bucket with warm water. Add 1 cup vinegar, 1 cup ammonia and ½ cup baking soda.

2. Dampen a sponge in the vinegar solution, and clean the tiles with the sponge.

3. Rinse well, and dry with a towel. Inspect the tile for any trace of the haze. If the haze remains, rewash with the vinegar solution and rinse well.

Tips & Warnings

• Always thoroughly rinse ceramic tiles after cleaning to avoid a hazy film.

References

• Building Company No. 7: How to Install a Tile Backsplash
• FloorTalk: The Right Way to Clean Ceramic Tile
• VinegarTips.com: Cleaning