Tile floors that are shiny and clean make any home feel fresh, but it’s not always easy to attain that shine. People who live on the North Shore usually have to decide whether to clean their own tiles or hire a professional tile cleaning service like Ultra Brite Carpet Tile Cleaning. Both choices have their benefits and cons, and the best one for you depends on your home, your lifestyle, and how much time you want to spend on your hands and knees.

Be ready to scrape hard if you wish to clean your tiles yourself. Mopping every day is great for getting rid of dust, little spills, and small stains on surfaces. You may also get rid of certain tough stains with a little labor if you mix vinegar and baking soda. DIY is great for little chores or when you want quick results without having to pay someone else to do it for you. You feel good about yourself when you see the unclean water go away because you know you worked hard to make it happen.

Cleaning the house a lot can only accomplish so much. Commercial sprays and surface wipes can make tile floors seem shiny and smell great, but they don’t usually get rid of the dirt and grime that is lodged in the grout lines or on rough, textured areas. Grout and textured tiles are great at accumulating grease, grime, soap scum, and pet tracks, which only get worse over time. If you’ve ever cleaned and washed and then found that the grout is still dirty or soiled, you know that DIY remedies don’t always work.

Professional tile cleaners have access to strong, industrial-grade gear that can get deep into the grout and tile. Their steam cleaners and extraction tools can get rid of grime that normal mops and household cleaners can’t reach. They also use special products that are created particularly for your kind of tile and the stains you have. This can make a great impact in the kitchen, bathroom, and foyer, which are the spots that get the most grime and wear.

Cleaning your floors professionally does more than just make them look great. It also gets rid of things like mildew, bacteria, and allergens that you can’t always see. This makes the house a lot better for you. Cleaning up tough stains from pet accidents, food spills, or sticky spots that show up after parties is quick and easy for professionals. This saves you time and energy.

Most of the time, a mix of both is the best way to proceed. To retain that “just-cleaned” look and feel, clean your own house between visits from professionals. But if you need a deep clean, have stains that won’t come out, or are worried about allergies, call in the pros. If you find a solid mix between the two, your home will look and feel great, so you can manage anything that comes your way in the North Shore.

Ultra Brite Carpet & Tile Cleaning North Shore
79-83 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
(02) 8015 5143