Grout Cleaners

[Colour Republic]

Ok Boys and girls lets get some recommendations for some grout cleaners, i'm not talking about grout removers but cleaners that freshen up mouldy grout.

It's very rare I use cleaners but now and again, like a job i've got coming up it wouldn't be cost effect to re-grout just a clean up is all the customer requires.

So let's have them and give marks out of ten and a full review (i.e good and bad points) if you can

Cheers

Rob

 

[brian c]

i use the HG grout cleaner.I think its very good for the job but is very potent and gloves ,mask etc should be used...try it its only about 7 or 8 quid.

 

[Aston]

hi cr

lithofin kf grout cleaner and they do kf grout protector too ,,,
ed

 

[Colour Republic]

hi cr

lithofin kf grout cleaner and they do kf grout protector too ,,,
ed

And how did you find them Ed? how many applications until it left a good result? on say white grout

once we start to get a few brands i'll start a poll

 

[Gazebo]

lemon juice and vinegar with a hint of bats tail.

 

[Colour Republic]

lemon juice and vinegar with a hint of bats tail.

gonna have to be more specific mate, what type of bat?

 

[Colour Republic]

on another note Gazebo, why have you not asked for access to the Tilers Arms? there are lots of threads that you'd be interested in

 

[brian c]

good idea,then the lads will have the rain kept off them when they go for a ciggy.........



GAZEBO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OK im going to bed.:snore:

 

[Aston]

hi mate

i find all lithofin products to be excellent, havent found anything better as yet?
the amount of applications depend a bit on how bad a condition the grout but you wont be disappointed rob unlike tonights match?

 

[faithhealer]

saw this demo'ed the other week. Impressive on the 'shop floor grout'. Will give it a try next time out Universeal Sealants - Grout Sealer

 

[White Room]

Never heard of that one Faith

 

[faithhealer]

Never heard of that one Faith

CTD are pushing it

 

[DHTiling]

saw this demo'ed the other week. Impressive on the 'shop floor grout'. Will give it a try next time out Universeal Sealants - Grout Sealer

CTD are pushing it

I looked at the sealers..

Did a water test on some stone....Left a damp patch.. not so good is it...??

I laff at the test they do.. on some kitchen roll... any sealer will do that... so no different to sealguards aerosol sealers really... OK for diy use IMHO..

 

[faithhealer]

Nothing s betting than a proper impregnating sealer is it

 

[Colour Republic]

What about cleaners Dave, you got a fav?

 

[White Room]

CTD are pushing it

Nowhere near me I'm afraid

 

[user123]

Has anyone else ever used 6% Hydrogen Peroxide? H2O2. Tried it the other day, as bleach is not recommended, and it worked a treat. Very gentle, according to my experience re medicine etc it is very safe and an old well known stain remover. Antibacterial too, so don't really see why not.

 

[White Room]

So where would we get it from

 

[user123]

So where would we get it from

Dirt cheap at any pharmacy, a little goes a long way, wear gloves and use it on a cotton wool ball,and check progress after a few minutes,worth a try.

 

[doug boardley]

I use HG mould spray, you can get it from Lakeland Limited online, costs about a fiver

 

[brinkley]

how about sillicone cleaners the times ive had to remove dirty sillicone not because it let water through just looked awful

 

[enduro]

I use Aqua mix Heavy duty Tile & grout cleaner...i have tried lithofin, Hg etc..but find HDTG works very well.

 

[Colour Republic]

how about sillicone cleaners the times ive had to remove dirty sillicone not because it let water through just looked awful

Do you mean Silicon cleaners? or Silicon removers/eaters?

 

[enduro]

The biggest problem with cleaning grout is the dirt and grime soaks into it over the years, so you have to let the cleaners do it's work..give it plenty of dwell time, up to 30 mins in some cases, and sometimes it needs two applications to clean the grout. Be patient!!

 

[Richard Edwards]

Hi Rob.

If your wanting to remove mold and general crud and muck from white tiles in showers[You would be suprised with the state of some folks showers - some are really smart / posh]. The product that leaves shower grout really clean and kills all the mold - removes the red and black etc but will not remove other stains and general dirt is

Dettol Mold and Mildew Remover - formally know as Dettox. This stuff is a powerful biocide - spay on an leave to act - 1 hr to 24 hrs (repeat if necessary) and rinse. Cleans the shower valves, Silicon joints and glass seals etc - This product is not in your usual armoury of tilers and bath / wet room installers. I use it when asked. It stinks mine you - open the windows wear latex gloves and if spaying in tight space googles. Do spray on your best work clothes or customers towels as strips the colour out.

Tesco / Asda etc

 

[Terry Cottar]

There are three I reccommend.
Aqua Mix Shower Tile Cleaner
A Powerful Multipurpose cleaner that removes Soap Scum, Hard Water Deposits and Mildew Stains. Renews Grout Joints comes in a 710ml Trigger Spray Bottle and costs £4.29.

Aqua Mix Grout Deep Cleen
As above but for heavily soiled & Neglected grout combats dirt, grease & food stains. comes in 710ml Trigger spray and costs £6.99

Heavy Duty Tile & Grout Cleaner is a concentrated high alkaline cleaner & Degreaser. Effectively removes, Grease, soap scum, body oils,mildew stains and Algae from areas that have been neglected or subject to very heavy use. It will also strip synthetic waxes and flor finishes. comes in 946ml and costs £5.99

All available from Tradetiler.com Home a sponsor of this forum.

tel

 

[Gazzer]

Hi Rob.

If your wanting to remove mold and general crud and muck from white tiles in showers[You would be suprised with the state of some folks showers - some are really smart / posh]. The product that leaves shower grout really clean and kills all the mold - removes the red and black etc but will not remove other stains and general dirt is

Dettol Mold and Mildew Remover - formally know as Dettox. This stuff is a powerful biocide - spay on an leave to act - 1 hr to 24 hrs (repeat if necessary) and rinse. Cleans the shower valves, Silicon joints and glass seals etc - This product is not in your usual armoury of tilers and bath / wet room installers. I use it when asked. It stinks mine you - open the windows wear latex gloves and if spaying in tight space googles. Do spray on your best work clothes or customers towels as strips the colour out.

Tesco / Asda etc

Really ????

 

[Aston]

if you are going to resort to useing household products then theres not many better than bicarbonate of soda!!!

 

[Richard Edwards]

Sir Ramic and Aston

I know it sounds far fetched, and yes its a 'household product' but it really works on moldy showers - try it and if your not 100%, send me the receipt and I'll send you the cash !

I should be on commission - I really only wanted to pass on this tip to help

 

[doug boardley]

if you are going to resort to useing household products then theres not many better than bicarbonate of soda!!!

I use it to clean my flask, it nearly makes me baulk when I see all the stuff it brings off. I was drinking my coffee outta that!:yikes:

 

[brinkley]

i mean sillicone cleaners colour republic is there one ??