Instant Kitchen Makeover: Making Grout Look New
When tile grout in the kitchen begins to get grungy and nasty, most of the grime is composed of dirt, oils, and mashed food particles. Sometimes a bit of mildew will also grow on the grout if the conditions are moist enough. This is both unsightly and unsanitary. Even grout that is properly 
sealed can start looking old and dirty after a while. However, kitchens with tiles floors can look like new again if the grout is spotless. Mopping the floors doesn’t usually accomplish this goal. These surfaces must be rinsed to get rid of any soap or cleaning agent used. If any detergents are left behind, these will attract more dirt and grime and trap it in the grout over a short period of time.
- Regularly sweep or vacuum any loose crud. Clean hard to reach corners, behind cupboards, underneath refrigerators, stoves, and dishwashers. Tiny food particles can attract roaches and rodents that will leave behind feces. These disgusting substances can be inadvertently mashed into the grout.
- Use a heavy duty plastic scrub brush to clean the grout. An old toothbrush is not stiff enough. Do not use a wire brush. The metal bristles can damage the grout and create additional problems.
- Common tile cleaners often work well enough as long as you are willing to scrub. Try the least harsh products first and then switch incrementally to the more caustic ones as needed. Hydrogen peroxide or bleach may do a good job removing stains but can ruin colored grout. Do not mix chemicals (it’s dangerous).
- Use a squeegee to help rinse the floor. Water based vacuums and floor cleaning machines can sometimes be used to get rid of most of the dirty water. Rinse twice for best results.
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