Cleaning tile grout can be challenging, especially when it's stained with mold or built-up grease in kitchens and bathrooms.
As seasoned cleaning experts, we've tested these reliable natural methods that deliver professional results without harsh chemicals. Baking soda? White vinegar? Lemon? See which of our 7 tips works best for your home.
Meudon white, a favorite among eco-conscious cleaners, excels at tackling grout buildup.
1. Apply it directly to the grout lines.
2. Let it sit for 1-2 hours.
3. Scrub with an old toothbrush.
4. Rinse thoroughly.
Clay stone is another powerhouse for restoring shine to tiles and grout alike.
1. Wet a sponge.
2. Dip it in clay stone powder.
3. Scrub the grout lines.
4. Rinse well.
Soda crystals are ideal for heavy-duty grease, like in kitchen grout.
1. Mix 12 g of soda crystals with 60 cl of hot water.
2. Dip an old toothbrush in the solution and scrub the grout.
3. Rinse completely.
Warning: Wear gloves when using soda crystals.
Baking soda is a versatile staple for everyday household cleaning.
1. Mix 4 tablespoons of baking soda with 10 cl of white vinegar.
2. Pour into a spray bottle.
3. Spray on the grout.
4. Let sit for 24 hours.
5. Scrub and rinse.
Warning: Expect some foaming—it's normal.
Sodium percarbonate whitens grout and fights mold effectively.
1. Mix 1 part sodium percarbonate with 9 parts water.
2. Apply to grout.
3. Let sit for 1-2 hours.
4. Scrub with an old toothbrush.
5. Rinse thoroughly.
Warning: Rinse multiple times as it clings to surfaces.
White vinegar cuts through grime from floors to grout lines.
1. Mix 1 tablespoon of dish soap with 30 cl of white vinegar.
2. Dip an old toothbrush in the mixture and scrub grout.
3. Rinse well.
Lemon's natural acids brighten and deodorize grout.
1. Dip half a lemon in coarse salt.
2. Rub directly on the grout.
3. Let sit for 1 hour, then rinse.
With these expert tips, your tile grout will look brand new—easily and naturally!
