How do I clean tile grout in a Nairobi bathroom?

Bathroom grout in Nairobi blackens quickly due to high humidity during rainy seasons and hard water mineral deposits. Here are effective methods and when to call professionals.

DIY Grout Cleaning

Mild Staining — Baking Soda and Vinegar

1. Make a paste of baking soda and water (2:1 ratio)
2. Apply to grout lines with an old toothbrush
3. Spray white vinegar over the paste — it fizzes and loosens dirt
4. Scrub and rinse with clean water

Moderate Staining — Oxygen Bleach

1. Mix oxygen bleach (not chlorine) with water per packet instructions
2. Apply to grout and leave 10–15 minutes
3. Scrub with a stiff brush and rinse thoroughly with good ventilation

Severe Mould — Steam Cleaning

A hand steam cleaner applied directly kills mould spores on contact without chemicals — the safest method for coloured grout as it avoids bleaching.

Prevention

• Apply grout sealer every 12–18 months — creates a waterproof barrier
• Squeegee tiles after every shower
• Run the bathroom fan or open a window during and after showering

When Grout Cannot Be Cleaned

If grout is permanently stained or crumbling, it needs re-grouting. Bestcare’s bathroom restoration service includes grout removal, deep cleaning, re-grouting, and sealing.

For professional grout treatment — visit Bestcare Cleaning Services or call 0709004600.