How to clean grout mildew
Because grout is porous it can absorb more moisture and thus helping mildew to form. Cleaning the grouts will prevent the mildew from spreading.
Tools and Materials:
- Oxygen bleach (liquid or powder)
- Measuring cup
- Gloves
- Two buckets 2
- Sponge
- Mop
- Hot water
- Stirrer or painter’s stick
- Stiff-bristle scrub brush
Safety measures
Although you will be sing oxygen bleach, which is non-toxic, it is still indicated that you wear a mask and gloves.
Preparing the area
Remove all object that are in the area that needs cleaning. You will have more space and also these object won;t be affected by the bleach.
Preparing the cleaning solution
Mix 50 ml of oxygen bleach with a liter of water, or any proportional quantities. Use hot water for more efficiency.
Applying the mixture
Use a sponge or a mop for the job. Soak the grout and let the solution sit for about 15 minutes. Thus the bleach will enter the grouts’ spores and kill any mildew.
Scrubbing and rinsing
Use a scrubbing brush or an abrasive sponge. Scrub the grout thoroughly and after you have finished the job rinse the floor with some hot, clean water.
Repeat the steps if the mildew hasn’t been removed.
Inspection
After the grouts have dried, see if there is any more mildew. Once it dries the grout gets more bright.
Reducing the humidity levels you can avoid having to deal with mildew problems.