How To Clean Ceramic Tile Floors

Ceramic tile is beautiful and sought-after, but it does require some maintenance. Make sure to follow these cleaning tips to keep your ceramic floor in peak condition:

Sweep Often: Dirt can easily get stuck in the crevices of your ceramic tile, but sweeping frequently can help loosen that dirt. You can also use a vacuum, but be cautious: some vacuums have beater bars that can damage your tile.

Use Doormats: Mats can help collect dirt before it even has a chance to settle on your ceramic floor. If you place a mat by every entrance to your home, you are less likely to have serious amounts of dirt tracked into your home.

Mop: Feel free to spot-clean area with a large buildup of dirt. Use a sponge or a clean cloth, and be sure to use the cleaning products recommended by the manufacturer to avoid damaging your tile. A damp mop is the best way to clean the entire ceramic tile surface.

Heavy Clean: When necessary, you may need to be prepared to do a little bit of scrubbing. Be sure to use a soft brush on any textured tiles. If you use a detergent, be sure to rinse the tile with warm water to get rid of any residue.

Tips and Tricks:

Clean up any spills quickly to make sure the grout does not stain.

Avoid using steel wool and other abrasives that will scratch off the finish from the tile.

Cover furniture legs to prevent scratching.

Avoid bleach. It can discolor the grout.

If you are interested in installing ceramic tile in your home, be sure to see the experts at Transworld Tile.