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By Tile flooring is a preferred choice for areas at home that has a high tendency to get wet from time to time like bathrooms, kitchens, etc. With proper maintenance and care, these floors can last a lifetime. You just need to clean and maintain it regularly to keep its lustrous look. Here are some tips to keep your tile floors clean.
- Clean stains and spill as soon as possible
Floors do get dirty from time to time. Stains and spills happen and food crumbs get stuck too. And the worst thing is, stains and spills get worse when not cleaned immediately. Thus, it is important to clean it as soon as you notice any spills or stains on your tile floors to prevent leaving a permanent stain, or worse, collect more dirt that sticks. Sweep and mop your tile floors regularly. The more you do it, the easier the task will be because the stain and dirt won’t stick around.
- Use mats
Place mats in strategic locations or in areas where stains and spills usually take place. Mats are good at catching spills, stains, and dirt that gets on your tile floors. Go for a mat that is easy to wash and clean.
- Sweep before you mop
Before you start mopping or scrubbing, sweep or vacuum your tile floor first. Using a mop or scrubbing the floor without sweeping first could encourage dirt to stick on the floor. Clean your floor first with a vacuum or broom, whatever works for you.
- Dry the floors after scrubbing or mopping
To prevent dirt from sticking on your floor after scrubbing or mopping, dry the floors with a towel. You can also wear socks when cleaning the floors to prevent leaving dirt stains behind.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals
Bleach or other cleaner contains harsh chemicals that may tarnish your tile floors. As much as possible, avoid using them in cleaning your floors. You can use warm water or a small amount of dish soap to clean the floor.
- Clean the floor regularly
Clean the floor using a broom or a vacuum cleaner regularly. This will help remove debris, dirt, and dust from drying or sticking on the tile, especially in areas with heavy foot traffic. You should at least do it at least twice a week, or if your time permits, do it on a daily basis.
How to clean your tile floors?
After learning some tips on how to keep your tile floors clean, let us now learn more about how to do basic tile floor cleaning.
Equipment
- Vacuum or broom and dustpan
- Dry cloth
- Bucket
- Mop or rag
Materials
- Warm Water
- Mild dish soap or all-purpose cleaner
Step 1: Clean the floors using a vacuum cleaner or a broom, paying attention to every nook and cranny.
Step 2: Mop the floor using warm water. If there are no visible or tough stains, running a damp rag or mop would be enough. Otherwise, use mild dish soap or an all-purpose cleaner and mix it with water. For tougher stains, use disinfectant; however, limit it to the area on the tough stain to avoid degrading or discoloring your tile floor.
Step 3: Dry the floor with a clean cloth after mopping or running with a damp rag to avoid dirt or dust from sticking on your newly cleaned floor.
So, you see, cleaning and keeping your tile floors is as easy as 123. There is no wonder why tile floors are still in demand up to now because of its aesthetics and hassle-free maintenance. Clean and scrub that dirt away.
