How Do You Protect Ceramic Tile From Hard Water Stains?
Ceramic tile is a popular surface for kitchens, bathrooms, and floors because it is durable and easy to clean. With regular, weekly maintenance, most ceramic tile will always look shiny and hygienic. However, if the water in your area is very hard, it can build up on ceramic over time, making it look dull and dirty. If hard water stains stay on the tile for a long time, they can get steadily worse and be quite hard to remove. Keeping ceramic tile free of hard water is the best way to prevent stains. Remove very thick hard water stains. These stains will attract more dirt, hard water, and soap scum the longer they are allowed to stay. Getting rid of old stains helps protect the tile from more staining. Soak the stains with white vinegar or lemon juice. Hard water stains are alkaline, and the acid in vinegar or lemons helps soften them and break them up. Dip a cleaning rag into undiluted vinegar or lemon juice and thoroughly wet the stains. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes. Try to wipe
