Is care for ceramic tiles different from the care for porcelain tiles?
Ceramic tiles and porcelain tiles are very sensitive to abrasive particles present in the care products. Therefore, is strictly forbidden to use them. Solutions containing acids are also harmful to porcelain stoneware and tiles.
In general, there is no particular difference in the care. The main thing is the selection of a good remedy that will cope with dirt and will not damage the facing.
Surface of ceramic granite is matte and polished. It's easier to care for matte. Polished consists of micropores that promote spot formation.
Regular and proper cleaning keeps the life of the lining material.
Household chemicals
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Folk remedies
It happens that by starting cleaning, we find that the detergent is finished. Replace it with home-made tools that the hostess adds to their culinary masterpieces.
- Vinegar. He will destroy the fungus and disinfect. The essence must be diluted with water in a ratio of 1: 11. If already there is a 6% solution available, then it is quite suitable. It will be most convenient to pour it into a spray gun. Then put on the walls. In case of severe impurities, leave the composition for a while. The acid will destroy the deposits. The walls can be cleaned with a brush, the main thing is that the bristles do not have a color. Otherwise they just shed and complicate the cleaning. After cleaning, rinse the walls with water and wipe them with a dry cloth. Ideal for microfiber. Do not forget the safety rules. Vinegar is an acid, so wear gloves and be careful.
- Citric acid. Its actions are similar to vinegar, and an advantage in the absence of a strong smell."Limonka" simply sprinkle a sponge and process the tile.
- Chlorine lime or "Whiteness". This is a powerful disinfectant that, in addition to everything, can bleach the tile. The disadvantage is a very sharp smell. Therefore, chlorine treatment should be carried out quickly, as its vapor adversely affects our body. The use of rubber gloves is a must for work.
- Baking soda. Capable of removing strong old dirt. However, use this tool carefully: the abrasive components can damage the surface layer of the tile. The treatment with a kashtseobraznoy mixture is very carefully, it is impossible to press strongly on a sponge or a rag.
- Ammonium alcohol. A good tool that will make the tile shine. Prepare the right composition simply: dissolve a tablespoon of ammonia in 2 liters of water. The solution is sprayed onto the tile( apply a spray), and after 5 min. Wipe first with a damp cloth and then with a dry cloth.
- Soap solution. Remarkable tool, easy to use and not causing any inconvenience.
Cleaning joints between tiles
Bathroom wall covering can not be without seams and joints. They are the place of accumulation of moisture and, as a consequence, fungus, mold. To prevent the fungus from being overshadowed by the presence of a bathroom, the joints are treated with special antifungal agents. Any sales consultant will help in their selection. Everyone will be able to choose something for themselves according to their means and preferences.
The compound applied to the seams is usually left for half an hour. This time is enough to make the mud fall behind the seam, it will be easy to remove.
Clean the space between the seams will help a conventional toothbrush. Metal brushes in this operation are strictly prohibited.
The steam generator is very good at cleaning seams. Its additional function is disinfection.
Antifungal and antiseptic agents
Any remedy that fights mold and fungus contains a biocide additive. It is this component that removes mold.
Household chemistry stores offer a wide range of all kinds of products that not only remove, but also hinder the further occurrence of such an unpleasant phenomenon. They are called: "mold exterminators".As a rule, they are liquid. They are quite effective and easy to use.
Everyone should have a set of such drugs, since the humidity of the bathtub is always the ideal medium for the occurrence of mold and fungus.
Tips for cleaning
- The tiled floor in the bathroom is well washed with a cloth made of wool. A mop, equipped with a soft fringe, will also help in cleaning. Just before cleaning, close the door of your bathroom tightly and open the hot water. Once settled on the tile, the steam will moisten the surface and, thus, help clean up faster and better.
- Tiled walls are washed from the top, and wipe dry, on the contrary, from the bottom.
- Detergent should not immediately handle a large area of tile.
- It is recommended to wash the tile once a week. Less unacceptable. The damp environment of the bathroom is a prerequisite for the appearance of mold fungus. Therefore, weekly cleaning is a prerequisite for the safety of comfort and cleanliness.
- Rubber gloves, goggles and a respirator are worn when processing tiles with compounds that have acrid odor.