Misconceptions of Tile and Grout Cleaning

Many perceive the grout in between the tiles as a secondary problem. Some would even go as far as neglecting it altogether; after all, the space that the grout occupies is negligible. Surely not caring for it can’t be that bad.

This is a flawed argument because of the false premises it uses. That grout occupies a negligible amount of space is wrong; if you stack all the grout together into one area of your floor, the grout will make up about one fifth of your tiled floor in total. This is about twenty percent of your floor, so I don’t think this is negligible.

It is also wise to remember that beneath your tiles, there is also a lot more grout that holds them together. Why is this important, though, when we will not get to clean beneath the tiles? Well, grout is a porous type of material, and if not cleaned well, will result in lots of foreign material getting into the tiny holes in it. They will then creep underneath the tiles to the parts where conventional cleaning can’t reach. Once there, the grout may become a breeding ground for molds and bacteria, and this will be beyond the ministrations of any normal cleaning.

In time, the grout’s infestation will begin to increase in volume. The grout that holds the tiles onto your floor will thus be weakened, and you will begin to see unwanted elevations and cracks. When you get to this stage of dirt, the only way to save your tiles would be through regrouting.

When you clean the tiles, focus on the grout as well. Grout is still an integral part of the home, and you as the house owner should be safe in your own home. If you don’t clean your tiles regularly, there will be dangers lurking on the corners. Every week, you should clean your tiles and grout, and your floor will stay beautiful for years to come.