Not all brushes are created equal. Some are better than others. You should only use brushes specifically made for cleaning grout. Read on for more info.
Cleaning your grout
isn't the easiest thing to do in the world, and certainly not fun at
all. Therefore it's best to know all about it before diving headfirst
because there's a bit to know. Most people would say to themselves
"I'll go buy some grout cleaning chemical and scrub scrub scrub and
I'll be done" but it's a bit more than that. Sure, the cleaning agent
is an important part but picking the right brush to actually scrub with
is almost as important. You don't want a brush with soft bristles that
don't do anything, and you don't want to use super-strong metal
bristles that will literally tear apart your grout and tile.
The best kind of brush to get for cleaning grout are the ones that are specifically made for cleaning grout.
Like every do-it-yourself project, there are tools made to do just what
you need them to do. The ideal grout brush will have a long handle so
you don't have to get down on your hands and knees, strong durable
bristles made of a strong polyethelyne that will actually pick up dirt
and grime - but metal ones go beyond that and tear up your actual
grouting. Ideally, you'll pick a brush that has a V-shaped contour to the bristles so you're not just scrubbing over the top of the grout, you're getting right in there.
You
should also look for a brush that has a swiveling head, 180° is
perfect. This is for the harder to reach areas such as corners or
alongside walls or under cabinets and such.
Picking
the right grout cleaning brush makes all the difference in the world
and can dramatically reduce the time spent cleaning so you can get on
with more important things.
