Use warm, distilled water with minimal soap for streak-free floors and dry them quickly afterward. DIY cleaners with vinegar and castile soap work well, and baking soda paste helps on textured tiles ...

Experts are sharing their best tips. Recognize the type of tile you have and the material it is made of. Prevent mold and mildew through frequent cleaning. Approach stains and grout carefully. It’s ...

Tile is one of the most durable and easy-to-clean flooring types, which is why it’s such a popular choice for highly trafficked rooms in the home like the kitchen, bathroom and entryway. But tile ...

With tile, the difference between dingy and dazzling often comes down to the grout in between. “Grout is incredibly porous—like a giant sponge—which means it will absorb any grease, grime, oils or ...

Tile is the easy-to-clean surface that reigns supreme in kitchens and bathrooms, but we’re not so wild about the stuff that glues the tiles together—you know, the grout. These grooves in between tiles ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

If you’re someone who enjoys a nice, hot bath, then you’ve probably paid attention to the condition of your tub and the surrounding tiles (or you certainly should). If you’re someone who just hops in ...

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Think you know how to clean a shower? If you’re not following these tips for tile, stone and more, you might accidentally ruin yours. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may ...

An expert shares the best way to clean vinyl floors properly. Here are different methods to get your floors sparkling and tips for keeping them clean.