How to Make Natural Tile Cleaner

Although many chemical tile cleaners do a great job in keeping your tile clean, a natural tile cleaner does just as good of a job, but without the chemicals. To learn how to make natural tile cleaner, read a few easy suggestions to get you started.

Use white vinegar. White vinegar not only is a great cleaner, it can also discourage the growth of mold. To make a natural tile cleaner with white vinegar, simply take one full cup of white vinegar and add it to two gallons of warm water. This cleaner will cut through dirt and grime and impart a glossy shine onto your tile. In addition, white vinegar does not leave behind a filmy residue, so it is safe to use even on the glossiest ceramic tile.

Try baking soda. Another natural tile cleaner that works better on more stubborn dirt is one made with baking soda and hot water. The baking soda is slightly abrasive, so it is effective in removing ground-in dirt. Mix one-half cup of baking soda into two gallons of water and let the baking soda dissolve. Using a soft, clean cloth and your newly mixed tile cleaner, gently but firmly wash your tile in circular motions, making sure that you also clean the tile's grout.

Consider lemon juice. Squeeze the juice of one whole lemon into a gallon of hot water to make an effective natural tile cleaner. The lemon juice is a potent grease cutter which will do a great job of cleaning up ground-in grime from your tile. After cleaning your tile with a clean cloth, rinse your tile with fresh cool water to make sure you don't leave behind a film resulting from residual lemon oil.