- Spring cleaning on the balcony is a challenge, especially when it comes to removing winter dirt from tiles and grout.
- Discover a home remedy for shiny balcony tiles: warm water, a dishwasher tablet and white vinegar will effectively dissolve dirt without streaks.
- Learn a proven trick for clean grout – a paste of baking soda and water will remove even the most stubborn dirt.
- Find out how to quickly and cheaply restore your balcony’s shine after winter, using simple, home-made ingredients.
Home way to wash balcony tiles. Dissolves dirt and leaves no streaks
Spring means spring cleaning. One of the biggest challenges is . Balcony tiles are covered with a thick layer of dirt throughout the winter. Everything from dust, smog and mud to dried flowers and leaves settles on them. When spring peeks timidly over the horizon, it is worth thoroughly cleaning the entire balcony. However, getting rid of dirt that has accumulated over several winter months is not that easy. and will leave dirty and unsightly streaks on the tiles. So how to wash balcony tiles effectively? In the first step, thoroughly sweep the entire balcony to remove the layer of dust and organic residues. Then pour 1.5 liters of warm (but not hot) water into a large bowl and add 1 dishwasher tablet. Wait until it dissolves and then pour in 50 ml of white vinegar. Mix everything and soak a mop or a soft cloth in it. Wipe the balcony tiles with circular movements and leave to dry completely. Make sure the mop is clean and does not spread dirt on the tiles. Dishwasher capsules will soften and remove dried dirt, and the vinegar will disinfect and shine. The addition of vinegar to clean tiles will also prevent unsightly stains and streaks from remaining on the tiles.
Mix with water in equal proportions and apply to dirty grout
The biggest challenge when cleaning a balcony in spring are the joints. Their porous surface means that dirt sticks into them and cannot be removed using ordinary methods. It is recommended to combine baking soda and water. They should be mixed together in equal proportions to create a thick paste. Then you need to apply the paste to the joints and rub them in gently. Leave everything for about 20 minutes and then rinse with water. Baking soda perfectly removes difficult and dried dirt. Additionally, it has antibacterial and whitening properties. In case of very heavy dirt, this action should be repeated several times.
