How to Clean Tile Grout

Learn how to clean grout effectively, whether it’s cleaning grout on a tile floor in the kitchen or bathroom shower with Bona’s All-Purpose Cleaners.

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How to Clean Tile Grout

Learn how to clean grout effectively, whether it’s cleaning grout on a tile floor in the kitchen or bathroom shower with Bona’s All-Purpose Cleaners.

How to clean tile grout in the bathroom, kitchen or anywhere in the home

You may love the tile in your home, but if you have dingy, dirty grout, it’s less attractive and just makes things feel generally less clean. Whether you have tile floors in your bathroom, tile countertops in your kitchen or tile walls in your shower, dirty grout can compromise the look of any space. But with a little effort, you can learn how to clean grout effectively to help you maintain the overall look and health of your home.

The best way to clean grout is with Bona

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Bona All-Purpose Cleaner Lavender White Tea

Lightly-scented Bona All-Purpose Cleaner Lavender White Tea is made of 99% USDA certified biobased content. Gentle on most surfaces, yet tough on grime.

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Bona All-Purpose Cleaner Lime Basil

Freshly scented Bona All-Purpose Cleaner Lime Basil is made of 99% USDA certified biobased content. Gentle on most surfaces, yet tough on grime.

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Bona Microfiber Cleaning Cloths

Safe and effective on a range of surfaces, Bona Microfiber Cleaning Cloths are designed to work with Bona All-Purpose Cleaners. Comes in a pack of 4 cloths.

How to clean tile grout safely and effectively

Whether you’re using Bona All-Purpose Cleaner to clean wall tile grout or Bona PowerPlus Antibacterial Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner to clean floor tile grout, you can put your mind at ease knowing that Bona cleaners are free of harsh chemicals. Just grab your cleaners and an old toothbrush or stiff-bristled cleaning brush to get the grout in your home spotless.

  1. To clean bathroom wall tile grout, apply Bona All-Purpose cleaner to grout.
  2. For cleaning floor tile grout, use Bona PowerPlus Antibacterial Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner.
  3. With a stiff bristle brush or toothbrush, scrub the grout lines clean.
  4. Rinse the grout with water by wiping down tiled surfaces with a damp microfiber cloth or mop for tile floors.
  5. Dry the tiles with a clean cloth or microfiber mop pad. Allow the grout to air dry overnight.

How to clean grout on a tile floor

For floor tile, before you begin cleaning the grout, mop your entire floor using your Bona Premium Spray Mop. For everyday tile floor cleaning, use Bona Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner, or for a deeper cleaning of your tile floor, use Bona PowerPlus Antibacterial Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner, which kills 99.9% of bacteria* – one of the main causes of tile grout stains.

 

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Bona PowerPlus Antibacterial Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner

Bona PowerPlus Antibacterial Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner kills 99.9% of household germs, when used as directed, with the power of hydrogen peroxide.

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Bona Premium Spray Mop for Hard-Surface Floors

This spray mop is lightweight and refillable to make cleaning laminate, tile, vinyl and other hard-surface floors effortless.

How to prevent grout stains and buildup

Preventing grout stains and buildup is all about being proactive and providing consistent care for both floors and walls. For everyday maintenance, choose the Bona Floor Cleaner or All-Purpose Cleaner that best fits your home's needs. Regularly clean floors by sweeping or vacuuming debris, and wipe spills promptly to avoid staining. On walls, incorporate weekly cleaning to keep grout looking fresh and prevent buildup in areas prone to moisture, such as kitchens and bathrooms.



We hope you found this article helpful! For more great cleaning tips, check out our other Bona articles to help you make the most of your cleaning routines.

*When used as directed.