For areas in the home such as kitchens and bathrooms that might get wet from time to time, tiles are an excellent choice of floor covering.  But with high foot traffic your beautiful new tiles slowly become ‘old’ tiles. In order to keep your tile flooring in the best possible condition and looking like new for years, follow the tile cleaning tips below.

1. Remove loose dirt and crumbs daily by either sweeping or vacuuming.  This will prevent dirt from sitting in wet areas and turning into grime which is difficult to remove.
2. Mop your tiles on a regular basis to remove surface stains and dirt.  Before mopping your tile floor, sweep or vacuum. Use warm water and clean the mop in fresh water after mopping each section.  After mopping, run a dry cloth or mop over the floor to prevent new dirt from accumulating.
3. Attend to spills promptly.  The longer spills are left to sit, the more time they will have to soak into the grout.  Use disinfectant to clean dirtier spills such as meat juices or pet accidents.  Disinfectant can be sprayed directly onto the spill and wiped up with a damp cloth.

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Originally posted 2016-05-21 06:48:44.