How to Clean Grout in Shower with Vinegar
Vinegar is a natural cleaner that can be used to clean many things around the house, including grout in your shower. It is a safe and effective way to remove dirt, grime, and mold from your grout.
What you will need:
- White vinegar
- Spray bottle
- Old toothbrush
- Cleaning cloth or sponge
Instructions:
- Mix vinegar and water: Fill your spray bottle with equal parts white vinegar and water.
- Spray the grout: Spray the vinegar mixture directly onto the grout lines.
- Let it sit: Let the vinegar solution sit for 10-15 minutes to loosen the dirt and grime.
- Scrub the grout: Use your old toothbrush to scrub the grout lines. Be sure to scrub in both directions to get all of the dirt out.
- Wipe the grout: Wipe the grout clean with a damp cloth or sponge.
- Rinse: Rinse the grout with water to remove any remaining vinegar solution.
Tips:
- For stubborn stains, you can let the vinegar solution sit for longer, up to 30 minutes.
- You can also add a few drops of dish soap to the vinegar solution to help loosen the dirt.
- If you have a lot of mold, you may need to use a stronger cleaning solution.
- For a more thorough clean, you can use a grout brush with a longer handle.
Precautions:
- Always wear gloves when cleaning with vinegar.
- Do not use vinegar on natural stone grout, as it can damage the stone.
By following these simple steps, you can easily clean your shower grout with vinegar.
