Regular maintenance of your tile flooring will keep it looking great and save you from lots of vigorous on-all-fours scrubbing. Your hands and knees will thank you!

Maintenance cleaning is the same no matter the tile material:

• Dust, vacuum, or sweep the floor regularly. A soft dust mop that is washable with a replaceable head will help you save money. Swiffers® and other disposable cloth dusters may work as well, but you might find trails of dust and dirt left behind when you use these.
• Damp mop with water. It is best to use the manufacturer's recommended cleaner or a mild detergent solution. Usually, damp mopping with water is all it takes to clean your tile flooring unless spills or other accidents occur.
Other helpful tips:
• Clean grout by using a capful of rubbing alcohol with a gallon of water.
• Because ammonia and acid-based cleansers can damage tiles, try using dish soap and water.
• Be careful not to flood the floor with water. Excess water will seep into tile seams which can loosen the adhesives that hold the tiles in place.

For more helpful tips on tile floor cleaning, see our Tile Flooring Care section.