Imagine your North Shore kitchen: the smell of beach breezes coming in, the noise of your family going about their business, and those ceramic tiles below it all, watching while bake-off disasters and expensive dinner parties happen. If your grout is starting to hold more pasta sauce than your dish cloths, it might be time to take care of those flooring. But cleaning tiles in the North Shore doesn't have to involve hours of scrubbing or worrying about the next kitchen disaster. Check this for additional info!
Begin with something easy. Every few days, sweep or vacuum your tiles. Grit and sand are like unseen sandpaper that steadily dulls beautiful patterns with each shuffle. Cleaning your floors on a regular basis keeps them looking new and preserves their charm even when people walk on them all the time. When spills happen, especially if your grout appears like an art project, you should treat quickly with a mop or even paper towels to keep the stains from setting.
Let's talk about mopping. Some cleaning chemicals are better than others, and some harsh ones can do more harm than good. Use warm water and a little bit of mild dish soap. Use a mop that is only slightly damp. If you soak your floors, the extra moisture will get deep into the grout, which will only let mold and mildew into your kitchen. Your tiles will be grateful for it!
Stains on grout are a specific kind of problem. A really old trick that works great is to mix baking soda and water into a paste, put it on the spots, and let it sit overnight. The next morning, use a toothbrush to scrub gently. If your tiles are porcelain or ceramic, a little vinegar can assist. But if they're natural stone, don't use vinegar because it can be too harsh on those surfaces.
A little bit of cleaning is worth a lot of cleaning! Put mats around sinks and doors to catch water and dirt before they get to your tiles. Tell everyone, both kids and adults, to leave their shoes by the door. The less filth you bring in, the easier it will be to clean, and the more your floors will shine with little effort.
Ultra Brite Carpet & Tile Cleaning North Shore
79-83 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
(02) 8015 5143