How To Clean Textured Bathroom Wall Tiles

There's no time like the present when it comes to tackling that overdue spring clean. The bathroom can often feel like the most daunting room to tackle, and always feels like it's harbouring dirt and grime.

However, when it comes to choosing the right cleaning products for the job, how do you know which ones work best? Using the wrong product can have disastrous consequences too, with harsh chemicals potentially damaging much-loved bathroom surfaces.

The nature of busy bathrooms means that the wet conditions are a breeding ground for dust, dirt and bacteria. From water deposits on tiles to mildew on your shower curtains, this room is one of the most high-maintenance and certainly the hardest to clean. The good news is that in today's post, we're taking a look at the best products to use when sprucing up your bathroom tiles – so you'll be able to keep your bathroom shining like new for years to come.

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Natural stone: ph neutral soap

Bathroom flooring tiles are frequently subject to a variety of harsh liquids – making them incredibly vulnerable to stains from spills. The shiny sheen on porcelain tiles may make them incredibly easy to clean – but when it comes to natural stone, it's important to take extra care. Acidic products will dull the stone, so avoid dousing granite, marble or travertine tiles in commercial cleaner. For best results, wash your bathroom floor tiles with 'ph neutral' stone soap, or mix mild dish washing detergent with warm water.

Cleaning porcelain: the vinegar home hack

Porcelain is composed of natural clay, which is what makes it so resistant to acidic corrosion. Whether you opt for a polished, unglazed or textured finish, these tiles are naturally resistant to stains due to their high-density. That being said, glossy porcelain shower tiles will show water spots easily – so a cheap and convenient home hack is certainly going to come in handy. Luckily, saturating the water stained surface with a mixture of water and vinegar should do the trick. Leave for 5 minutes to soak, then scrub the problem area. Rinse off and dry with a microfiber cloth – simple!

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Cleaning grout with an old toothbrush

When cleaning your household, it's essential to save time and money where you can by using what you've already got. Old toothbrushes work perfectly when it comes to tackling tricky cleaning jobs. Get rid of the ground-in dirt from your grout by working in the cleaning solution with a toothbrush. Your chosen cleaning product will depend on the type of tiles – one should always avoid acidic ingredients for natural stone tiles, whereas commercial cleaner or a combination of vinegar and water will easily clear any grime on polished porcelain.

Ceramic bathroom tiles: vinegar and baking soda

When mild detergent just won't cut it, vinegar and baking soda paste is an ideal home remedy for removing stains from your ceramic toilet floor tiles. Apply the combination onto the grout or problem area, and scrub. With a dust-pan and brush, sweep up the leftover debris and mop with water and a splash of vinegar. Problem solved!

So there you have it, maintaining that brand new look of your tiled bathroom isn't that difficult after all. Their low-maintenance and highly-durable properties makes tiles for bathroom walls and floors a wise choice – especially when you consider these handy cleaning hacks! Get started on tiling your bathroom today and take a look at our wide range of high-quality bathroom tiles.