Tiles are the unsung heroes of the home, let’s face it. They deal with coffee spills, muddy boots, muddy paws, and a messy kitchen every day. But one morning you stop, look, and see that your beautiful tilework is starting to appear tired. What about the grout? It’s a story in itself, a horror story etched in grey and brown lines. Visit our website for more information!

The flooring aren’t very easy to live on either. Salt and moisture come with the sea air, which can cause rust spots to develop out of nowhere. A single wet afternoon can leave streaks of dirt all over the place. Maybe you had a messy dinner party where someone spilled red wine, or your golden puppy ran through the hallway. It all builds up in the cracks over time.

Having good technique is what matters most. You could have heard someone say, “Just give it a mop.” Ha! If you try that with dirty grout, your floor will just ignore you. Regular mopping only cleans the surface; the real dirt sticks deep in the grout lines. Using a toothbrush to scrub? It seems like it would be easier to just buy a new floor sometimes.

People don’t typically talk about this, but a good steam cleaner can do a lot of good. Steam gets rid of dirt that is hidden just below the surface. You have a good chance if you use this with a light cleaning solution. Be careful: if you use too much of those strong store-bought cleaners, you can be offering your tiles a retirement plan before their time.

If you’ve gone all-in with natural stone tiles, it’s time to be picky. Harsh chemicals and vinegar cures that are always in style? Best for salad night. Stone tiles like things that don’t dull their brightness. If you don’t choose correctly, your floor could end up looking like a prop from an old ghost story.

Do you have stains that won’t come out between the tiles? Grout sealer will help you. It builds a barrier and keeps you from having to deal with problems later, which means less effort in the future. Put on some gloves so your hands don’t get all sticky and horrible.

There is always drama in the bathroom tiles, such soap scum, water stains, and the occasional build-up that would make a chemistry instructor pleased. An expired credit card that you don’t use works like a small scraper on buildup, which is great for getting into tight spots.

If you have pets, you probably have to deal with a lot of fur and strange paw prints all the time. Microfiber mops are an easy cure because they pick up dust and fluff without just moving it about. You can see where to clean because the light tiles display dirt. But don’t get too comfy with the dark ones; sometimes something you can’t see is just waiting for you.

Do you ever have to use the big guns? Do a good job every several months. Most homes just need to be cleaned once a week. You don’t have to worry about how you look in the kitchen floor; no one is judging you.

Sometimes there are really bad stains or messes that won’t go away. That’s where hiring a pro can really help. The gear they carry looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie, yet it works.

To keep tiles clean in the North Shore, you have to use a mix of old and innovative methods. If you do it well, you’ll be happy with your new flooring and maybe even dance a little when no one is watching.

Ultra Brite Carpet & Tile Cleaning North Shore
79-83 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
(02) 8015 5143