These proven cleaning methods will keep your tile floor sparkling clean.

The most important factor to some, though, is how easy they are to clean.

Before Getting Started

Porous natural tile floors like travertine or sandstone should be cleaned with care.

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Vinegar can damage these types of tiles, especially if it’s left to sit.

Clean natural stone floors with the dish soap method listed below instead.

A frequently used kitchen tile floor should be cleaned every (or every other) week.

A frequently used bathroom floor should be cleaned at least once a week.

Tile floors in less trafficked spaces can be cleaned just once or twice a month.

However, bleached can be used occasionally to whiten grout lines or sanitize small areas of tile.

Yes, you’re able to use asteam mopon tile floors.

Steam mops are a great way to clean tile in one stepno mixing, wringing, or rinsing required.

This ensures you don’t trap any dirt or dust on the tile.