Grouts act as a joint and at the same time are also decorative, as long as there is not too much dirt on them. The formation of unsightly dirt is facilitated by the location between tiles. Unfortunately, moisture, temperature and bathroom fumes cause the grouts to start to turn grey. To avoid this, regular cleaning is necessary. What to clean bathroom grouts with to make them shine like new again?
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Grout used to be called a mortar that connected bricks in a wall. When tiles started to appear in bathrooms and kitchens, the term grout also began to refer to the binder between tiles. Bathroom grouts are most often made of a hardener, epoxy resin and quartz sand. This is a durable material, but susceptible to contamination. Find out how to say goodbye to dirty grouts in the bathroom using home remedies.
Why do bathroom grouts get dirty?
Bathrooms are characterized by high humidity and a lot of dirt. For this reason, unsightly dirt such as hair remnants, dead skin or dust often collects on the joints. Additionally, these are surfaces that are often overlooked during cleaning. This promotes the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms. We must not forget that joints can be found not only on the walls and floors between ceramic tiles. They are also used in shower cabins. These are the most susceptible to dirt.
The bathroom is an ideal place for mold and other fungi to grow, which often appear on the joints. Not only does dirt settle on them, but the lack of ventilation makes it difficult to remove moisture and polluted air. Mold is much more dangerous than dirt itself. Fungi can cause troublesome and serious ailments, such as headaches, decreased immunity, allergies, but also difficulties with getting pregnant, and even promote the development of cancer cells.
How to protect joints from contamination?
First, start by protecting the joints from dirt. Hydrophobic impregnation agents are used for this purpose. Cover the joint surfaces with them, spread the agent evenly, and then leave to dry for a few minutes. After such an application, the joint should be well protected from excess moisture, as well as the accumulation of a thick layer of dirt.
If you don't want any dirt to be visible at first glance, choose a different grout color, e.g. black. Black grout will visually stay "clean" longer. Remember that just like light grouts, dark ones must also be cleaned regularly. This is very important, because otherwise mold and fungi will develop in a way that is invisible at first glance, which can cause health problems.
How to clean grout with home remedies?
How to clean bathroom grout? To get rid of dirt from grout, you don't have to reach for specialist products. Just use simple, home remedies. Use products that are available in your home to do them. Where to start? How to clean grout? First, find a toothbrush. It will be used to remove any dirt without damaging the grout.
For minor stains, it is enough to spray the joints with lemon juice. This liquid has bactericidal, fungicidal properties and allows you to restore the color. You must leave the joints soaked in this way for a few minutes, and then wipe off the remaining juice with a damp cloth. Another method involves cleaning the joints with a toothbrush. You will also need to use baking powder to create a special paste. To do this, mix 2-3 packages of powder with 3 tablespoons of warm water. You will get a mass that you need to apply to the surface of the joints. Then wait half an hour. Now you can start scrubbing the joints with a toothbrush. After everything is done, wash off the remaining paste with warm water.
Alternatively, you can use baking soda. As with baking powder, you can make a paste based on it. To do this, simply combine baking soda with a small amount of warm water. Apply the prepared product to the joints and then scrub thoroughly with a brush. Don't forget to clean the areas under the shower as well. Baking soda should be able to handle most deposits. If there is excess limescale on the joints, you can remove it by making and using a solution of vinegar and water.
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Removing mold from bathroom joints
As you already know, the bathroom is conducive to mold. What can you use to clean the joints to free this room from mold? A mixture of lemon, vinegar, and baking soda will work well. This paste must be left overnight to be sure that the mixture will deal with all the mold. In this case, there is no room for half-measures, because mold in the apartment is very dangerous to health.
The best way to remove mold from your bathroom is to keep the area clean. By regularly cleaning your bathroom and cleaning the grout, mold will not be able to form.
What tools should I use to clean grout?
Cleaning the joints with baking soda or vinegar did not help and the old joints need to be replaced? In this case, you will need the right tools. A joint scraper will come in handy to remove the joint from the wall or floor surface. It will allow you to conveniently remove the old joint without damaging the tiles. For example, the Wolfcraft WF5570000 joint scraper, which you can find in the Onninen wholesaler, will work well.
To apply new grout, you will need a grouting trowel . This is a precise tool that will allow you to quickly distribute the grout between the tiles. In the Onninen installation wholesaler, you will find Modeco Expert grouting trowels in various sizes, e.g. 10 mm.
A good choice would also be a joint repair kit . This is the Wolfcraft WF4364000 product. It includes a smoother and a joint knife, as well as smoothing inserts. These are safe and effective tools. Thanks to them, you will quickly restore the shine to the joints in your bathroom.