A common stain that develops on the surface around all tile and grout, is rust. Though the mold and mildew stains tend to cause us the most trouble, rust stains can still cause a lot of unsightly blemishes around the tile and grout. There are some expensive retail products that claim to get the job done but are too harsh, ineffective, or both when it comes to treating the rust. The mild rust stains can be dissolved with products already found in the home, more often than not. There are circumstances surrounding the rust stains that require a professional’s attention to effectively remove the rust stain, however. We at Tough Carpet Cleaning would like to share a few options to remove the rust stains. It should be noted that many types of tiles and all grout should be sealed. These sealants act as a protective barrier in order to resist stains and moisture buildup. A new application is required, the sealants do wear away over time. When cleaning, harsh chemicals shouldn’t be used to avoid damaging grout.
Will Hydrogen Peroxide Clean Rust Off Grout?
Hydrogen peroxide is effective and does not cause any damage to the grout working well to remove the rust stains. Combine 1 cup water and 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide and mix well in a squirt bottle. Use a soft bristled brush in circular scrub patterns after spraying the solution directly on the rust stain. Use warm water to rinse the rust runoff and lingering solution from the surface after you have removed the rust successfully. This solution is also effective against mold and mildew stains. Though there is little to worry about with the diluted hydrogen peroxide, perform a patch test to ensure the color will not be compromised, hydrogen peroxide is a lightening agent and has the potential to lighten your color grout.
Does Powder Laundry Detergent Clean Grout?
Powder laundry detergent is a gentle product that can cut through rust stains. Moderately sprinkle a layer of powder laundry detergent after lightly dampening the area. Allow the detergent break down the rust for about 5-10 minutes. With a soft-bristle brush or a sponge work the rust stain with circular motions and use warm water to rinse the area. Always finish with the warm water rinse, if you need to repeat the steps.
Will Liquid Dish Soap Remove Rust from Grout
With a mild liquid dish detergent, rust stains can be easily removed safely from grout. Make sure it is well blended, combine together 20 drops of mild dish soap and a cup of water in a spray bottle. Using with a sponge or soft-bristle brush, scrub the residual rust away. With soapy warm water, repeat as you need it and always remove the soapy film and rust residues. For everyday maintenance cleaning, this solution can also be used as an alternative cleaner.
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The professionals of Tough Carpet Cleaning can help you remove the rust and other dinginess to restore your grout like new if you are combating tougher rough stains. Call us today to schedule your deep tile and grout cleaning!
