Clean your bathroom (or kitchen) tiles with a clean damp sponge dipped in baking soda. Just rub it on the tiles – yes, it may take a little elbow grease – then rinse with warm water and vinegar. About a cup of vinegar to a gallon of warm water works great.

For a tough spot, wipe with straight vinegar first, then scrub with the baking soda. Or use baking soda, lemon, and salt. There’s no need for harsh chemicals.

Note * Do not use vinegar on marble. Warm water with a dish soap should work fine to clean marble surfaces.

Bonus Tip * If you’re interrupted in the middle of cleaning your tiles, you can leave all of these on the tiles without worrying about damage. Get back to it when you can (or before you need the shower/tub/vanity…).

The best tool for cleaning grout and all the tight angles in a bathroom is an old toothbrush. When you “retire” a toothbrush, just put it with your cleaning supplies. Use the toothbrush with a paste of lemon juice and baking soda for excellent results. When you’re finished, soak the toothbrush in vinegar or hydrogen peroxide to prevent bacteria from growing on the bristles.

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