Homemade Grout Cleaner
No fumes, no mystery chemicals—just pantry staples that actually work.
Servings: 8 ounces
Cost: $1-$2
Equipment
- small mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula for mixing
- Heavy-duty grout brush or stiff scrub brush
Ingredients
- ½ cup baking soda
- 2 tablespoons washing soda
- 2 tablespoons borax
- 3 tablespoons Blue Dawn Ultra or liquid Castile soap
Instructions
- Prep the surface: Clean your tile and grout area with warm water and rinse well. Do not dry—slightly damp grout helps the cleaner activate more effectively.
- Mix the cleaner: In a small bowl, stir together all ingredients until a loose paste forms. It should resemble a gritty batter—spreadable but not runny.
- Apply and wait: Sprinkle or apply the paste directly onto grout lines. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to give the ingredients time to work their magic.
- Scrub it down: Use a heavy-duty brush to scrub in small, manageable sections. Rinse well with warm water.
Notes
Work in sections: Cleaning an entire bathroom floor at once is a surefire way to give up halfway through. Small areas = less stress and better results.
Storage: This recipe is best used fresh, but if you have leftovers, store it in an airtight container for up to one week.
Optional Boost: For extra whitening power, add a few drops of hydrogen peroxide right before application—but test on an inconspicuous spot first.
