Bathroom tiles turn yellow over time due to moisture, soap stains and hard water. These not only look bad but can also become home to bacteria and fungus. If you are wondering how to make them shiny again, then adopt these home and easy methods.
1. The magic of baking soda and vinegar
Take baking soda in a bowl and make a paste by adding some water to it.
Apply this paste on the tiles and leave it for 15 minutes.
Now fill white vinegar in a spray bottle and sprinkle it on the tiles.
Rub with a brush and wash with water. This method removes both yellowness and stains.
2. Use of lemon and salt
The citric acid present in lemon helps in removing stains from tiles.
Cut the lemon in half, dip it in salt and rub it on the tiles.
Wash with water after 10 minutes. This will make the tiles shiny and fresh.
3. Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda
If there are stubborn stains on the tiles:
Make a paste by mixing hydrogen peroxide and baking soda.
Apply it on the stained area and clean it with a brush after 20 minutes.
This method also eliminates fungus and bacteria.
4. Dishwashing Liquid and Hot Water
Add dishwashing liquid to a bucket of warm water.
Scrub the tiles with a sponge or brush.
This is the easiest method for everyday cleaning and removes soap stains.
5. Use bleach (carefully)
If the tiles have become too yellow.
Mix bleach in water and spray.
Clean with a brush after 10 minutes.
Keep in mind that while using bleach, wear gloves and have good ventilation.
Tips to prevent tiles from turning yellow
Wipe the tiles dry after every use.
Do light cleaning once a week.
Maintain proper drainage of water to avoid hard water stains.
Keeping bathroom tiles shiny is not difficult. With just the right home remedies and regular cleaning, you can easily remove yellowness and stains. By adopting these methods your bathroom will look like new again.
