A Guide to Cleaning Household Surfaces By Christine Camean & Jennifer Jafarzadeh
With just one bucket of supplies, you can scrub the entire house.
Ceramic Tile
Use: For glazed tiles, one capful of isopropyl alcohol in one gallon of water. For unglazed tile, like terra-cotta, a few drops of dishwashing liquid.
Tools: A cloth or mop.
Tips: Rinse with water and a clean cloth. Avoid oil soaps or ammonia, which will yellow grout. Avoid vinegar, which will damage
grout.
Tough stains: Use a scraper or putty knife to remove stubborn debris. Use a nylon scrubbing pad dampened with dishwashing liquid to remove
stains from grout. Apply grout sealer twice a year to prevent stains.
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