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Tile flooring is a durable choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas of the home that might get wet from time to time. With the proper care, tile flooring can look like new for years. Learn basic tile flooring care, deep cleaning techniques, and how to clean stained grout. These techniques are appropriate for both […]
Whether you’re doing a complete renovation or just need to replace a single tile, removing floor tiles is a relatively easy task to do yourself. If you have a smaller project, you can take out your tiles by hand. For larger projects, consider renting an electric chisel hammer to finish the job quickly. Once you […]
If your wall tile is smaller than 3 in × 3 in (7.6 cm × 7.6 cm) and you don’t want to damage the ones surrounding it, drill 5 holes in an X-shape through the tile with a carbide masonry drill bit. Use a hammer and a chisel on the holes to chip the tile out. […]
Rent a hammer chisel. A hammer chisel is an electric machine similar to a jackhammer. Many home improvement stores offer a day-to-day rental service so you don’t have to buy your own, so call a few stores and see what their daily rates are. Some hammer chisels are handheld so they can be used on […]
Wear gloves, safety glasses, and a face mask. Tile shards can be very sharp, so wear thick work gloves and safety glasses when handling them. Wear long sleeves and pants while working to avoid any cuts. Though breaking apart ceramic doesn’t produce a lot of dust, wearing a face mask will prevent you from breathing […]
Sweep up the broken pieces of tile on the ground. Once you’ve detached the tiles from the floor, you’ll likely be left with smaller broken pieces scattered around. Use a broom and dustpan to collect these broken pieces and throw them away. Keep your safety attire on for this step so that you don’t cut your […]
Remove items that are on the tile floor. In order to remove the floor tile, move any appliances or other items that are covering the floor. You can place them on a stable counter in the room or in another room entirely. These items might include trash cans, kitchen islands, drying racks, or toilet accessories. […]
Mop the floor with vinegar. Mix 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) white distilled vinegar or a specialized cleaning vinegar with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm water. Fill your mop bucket with this solution and mop the floor with it. If you don’t have vinegar, you can substitute rubbing alcohol. Scour the stain. If mopping has […]
Use bleach, hydrogen peroxide, or rubbing alcohol on blood stains. Blood stains can be removed by dipping a dishcloth or sponge into a solution with ratio 1:49 bleach to water. For instance, concoct a mixture of 2 teaspoons (9.9 ml) bleach and 1⁄2 US quart (0.47 L) of water. Alternately, dampen a dishcloth or sponge […]
Whether you’re remodeling a bathroom or repairing existing marble tile, grouting wall tile is a necessary and often time-consuming task. However, by preparing yourself and being systematic, you can dramatically cut down on the time and effort it takes. Ultimately, by preparing your work area and gathering supplies, mastering grouting, and cleaning up excess grout, you’ll […]
