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Q: What is the best cleaner for ceramic tile?

• <div><p>You can use a combination of mild soap and hot water to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-keep-tile-floor-clean.htm">clean ceramic tile floors</a>, walls, and other surfaces. When you&rsquo;re cleaning a floor, it&rsquo;s best to use a rag or chamois rather than a sponge mop, which can push dirt deeper into the grout. If the soap leaves any residue, use a mildly acidic cleaner to remove it.</p></div>

Q: How do you clean grout before sealing?

• <div><p>To clean grout, you must know what your tile can handle. Ceramic and porcelain grout do well with acidic cleaners or a baking soda paste made with warm water, but stone floors require less aggressive cleaners meant for stone surfaces.</p><p>To clean the grout, apply the cleaner to a toothbrush, scrub the grout, and then wipe the entire area clean with a damp towel. </p></div>

Q: What should you avoid with porcelain tiles?

• <div><p>When cleaning porcelain tiles, avoid products that contain ammonia, bleach, and other harsh chemicals. Acid-based cleansers can damage the tile, though you can clean them with a diluted mixture of one-quarter cup white vinegar mixed with one gallon of hot water. It is important always to use a soft-bristled brush or sponge, since hard bristles and steel wool can scratch the tile.</p></div>

Q: How can I waterproof my shower without removing tiles?

• <div><p>While it&rsquo;s still best to install waterproofing materials behind the tiles, you can still add better water protection to your shower without any demo work. Start by softening and removing old grout and installing new grout, then seal the grout and caulk the shower to help seal any gaps and prevent leaks.</p></div>

Q: Can mold grow under shower tiles?

• <div><p>Yes, mold can grow under your shower tiles if they aren&rsquo;t thoroughly waterproofed. Even if you have a durable, non-porous tile material, water can make its way through grout or gaps around the edges of the shower. This will slowly erode the grout, which can cause tiles to come loose. It can also trap moisture behind tiles, and within a day or two, mold and mildew can rapidly grow.</p></div>

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Last update on January 22, 2026

Reviewed in October 2025
He cane by yesterday. He will be completing the job next week. He gave me a fair price.
Jason Brown's Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2025
Noah exceeded my expectations at a competitive price . Clear communication, and fast! His estimate was spot on and it was clean and professional work. Noah did a 60amp sub panel install for my new garage, and also wired in four new outlets in my basement as I only had one down there. Thanks...
Parker Electric LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
Great job finished to a high standard. Would highly recommend.
LMC Home Remodeling, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2025
The way to go. Future Homes is reliable and great at their craft. Dan and Ryan were a pleasure to conduct business with and were very knowledgeable. Their crew was top of the line, hard workers. They built my place from the ground up. Energy efficient is the way to go! Radiant heat added...
Future Homes USA, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2023
Extremely Professional courteous and knowledgeable. Communicated the entire process of the detailed inspection. Would highly recommend!!
Main Choice Inspections, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Extremely easy to work with. I made several design changes as we went along as ideas came to me. They were handled seamlessly and with no issues.
Leviathan Group LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
They handled the project very quickly and cleaned everything nicely after they were done.
NORTHEAST TREE INC
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Reviewed in June 2021
The carpets don't look any different than they did before they cleaned them. The house is 5 years old and we have carpet runners in the higher traffic areas; i.e. Front door, in front of the sofa, in front of the TV, in front of the sliders to the back lanui as well as the kitchen entry and the...
Captain Steamer Carpet Cleaner
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Reviewed in December 2019
the grout in between the tile was not all clean which we paid for in the shower
Custom Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in August 2017
We did full renovations of two 5'X8' bathrooms, removing old tubs and surrounds to accommodate a soaker tub in the master bathroom and a shower in the hallway bathroom. The projects took longer than we anticipated due to completing first one bathroom then the other. Removing the popcorn and...
Martindale Custom Carpentry and Renovations
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