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Ceramic Tile And Grout Cleaner
/ 99Caution must be taken when mixing household chemicals. Always wear protective masks and gloves. Only mix chemicals in a well vented room.
Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 1 | cup | Baking Soda |
Baking Soda
Baking Soda is also known as sodium bicarbonate and bicarbonate of soda. Its a leavening agent used in many baked goods, such as cookies, cakes and muffins.
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You can store baking soda unopened, at |
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| 1 | cup | Ammonia |
Ammonia
Ammonia pronounced 'uh-MOH-nee-uh' is a compound with various uses, but it's important to distinguish between its uses in household cleaning and in cooking, as they are quite different.
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| 1/2 | cup | Vinegar |
Vinegar
5% table vinegar is a common, versatile vinegar with a mild acidic taste used in cooking, cleaning, and preserving. It lasts indefinitely if stored properly and is found in the condiment aisle in
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| 14 | cups | Water » warm |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing the overall texture
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| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
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| 5 Minutes | 5 Minutes | 10 minutes |
Directions:
1. Pour baking soda into a clean gallon-size plastic jug.
2. Add all the ammonia, all the vinegar and warm water to half way full.
3. Swish the jug to mix ingredients. Fill the jug to the top with more water.
4. Cover jug tightly with a secure lid.
5. Be sure to label the container and keep safely away from children, as with all cleaning products. Household chemicals are always harmful.
6. A smaller pump type container can be filled from the jug for small jobs.
7. To Use: Spray the solution directly onto tile and wipe with a damp sponge.
8. If grout or tiles are especially soiled, make a paste of 2 tablespoons baking soda and 1 tablespoon of Ceramic Tile and Grout Cleaner, that you made.
9. Brush it onto the stains with an old toothbrush.
10. Let paste remain for 5 minutes, then scrub off and rinse.
11. This solution contains ammonia: DO NOT mix with any other cleaners containing bleach as dangerous fumes could result.
Submitted by Deb D. | March 25th, 2024 See all of Deb D.'s Recipes.
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| @June C. | March 28th, 2024 |
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Game changer! So easy to make and the tiles in my bathroom are shining. Love that it's a natural compared to the chemicals in the usual cleaners. Will definitely recommend to my friends. I gave it a 5 |
| @Deb D. | March 25th, 2024 |
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Caution must be taken when mixing household chemicals. Always wear protective masks and gloves. Only mix chemicals in a well vented room. I gave it a 5 |