I found this product works extremely well, ……….……………….IF YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TOOLS! Growing up, my dad, and perhaps your dad, often said with fatherly wisdom, “Any job is easier and goes faster if you have the right tools.” How true! Grout-eez sells a brush you can attach to a handle for scrubbing the grout standing up. This well-intentioned product (and other similar long handled grout brushes) will work for some but not everyone, thus the negative reviews. You have to get close to the floor to get the grout really clean. How can you get all of the necessary elbow grease into the grout lines when your elbows and arms are three to four feet above the floor? I think more than half the battle getting clean grout is using the right scrubbing tools and “getting down where the action is.” I firmly believe, after experimenting, clean grout is more dependent on a thorough and quality scrubbing and less so on the cleaner you use (more on that later). Forget scrubbing by hand standing up with a long handle brush. It will be a lesson in futility for some people, especially for those whose grout is more than moderately dirty.
Cleaning grout is among the least favorite household chores. I will try to make it easier for you.
You will need only three things: a STURDY footstool, a cordless drill (what homeowner doesn’t have one of these?) and the small 2” diameter Drill Brush sold here on Amazon. Drill Brush has many kits listed which are color coded by the firmness of the bristles: white (soft), yellow, green and blue (medium), red (stiff) and black (ultra-stiff). The yellow, green and blue brush kits have the same exact MEDIUM stiff bristles which work just fine for cleaning grout and they haven’t harmed my grout or tiles. They are color coded only to avoid cross contamination by application, i.e., if you desire use certain colors for specific cleaning jobs.
Chuck the yellow, green or blue SMALL 2” diameter drill brush in your cordless drill. Sit down on your footstool and go to work after the cleaner has sat for five to 10 minutes. Use both medium and firm pressure with the cordless drill going back and forth at least 10 times, sometimes more may be necessary depending how dirty the grout is. With use and viewing your results, you will ultimately determine how much scrubbing is necessary. This will show good if not great results after washing up with a mop and drying.
This Yellow Drill Brush Kit has the recently introduced Edge Brush pictured on the right in the link. Most of their other kits don’t have this Edge Brush. There are many other Drill Brush kits available on Amazon to suit your needs.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083X5ZZWN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Don’t need an entire kit? Then just get this grouping of 2” diameter Drill Brushes:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HQQP9BQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
NOTE: If you have a lot of grout to clean as I do and am doing, you will likely need two or three 2” diameter Drill Brushes as the bristles do wear down (but not quickly) as I found out. After all, the bristles are doing all the hard work while you sit on your keister.
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Don’t have a cordless drill but do have a reciprocating saw? If yes, you can purchase a Reciprotools stiff bristle nylon brush for the saw along with the adapter.
Brush:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002R7N16O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/Reciprotools-RCT-A10-Reciprocating-Saw-Adapter/dp/B001CNHDR2/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Reciprotools+Reciprocating+Saw+Tool+Adapter&qid=1594928387&s=hi&sr=1-2
I’ve used both tools with great success. The drawback with the reciprocating saw is that it is noisy, and if you ever used one you know there is a lot of vibration, especially with the cheaper makes, like the $25 Hyper Tough I bought at the “Big W.” As such, I used it only on grout lines that needed a second cleaning which were few to date. With its trigger which controls the speed, I tried to keep it at 1/3 to ½ power. The saw will not work well in confined areas, and try not to get too close to the baseboards or cabinets. If you go this route, it is important that you keep ALL the bristles in the grout line which will result in the saw being close to parallel to the floor but certainly not overly awkward. Hold it by its neck and handle. Note that there are smaller, compact reciprocating saws that will likely work better than the larger models.
As I’ve already noted, I attest that a good, thorough, diligent scrubbing of grout is far more important than the cleaner you use. I have used Krud Kutter Tough Task with equal success. One of its many uses is for grout as noted on the bottle under the “SAFE, FAST, EFFECTIVE….” heading on the label. Some reviewers among the 1,400+ reviews have found other products that work great and are less pricey. One reviewer noted he used La’s Totally Awesome Cleaner and said it did a super job. But whatever cleaner you use on your grout always test the product in an inconspicuous area to ensure it is safe on your tile and grout. I would also suggest that if you purchase any cleaner in a spray bottle transfer the contents to an empty dish detergent bottle. Most if not all dish detergent bottles have a small opening in the cap. Just drag the bottle’s open cap in the grout lines while dispensing the cleaner. Lastly, make scrubbing and cleaning grout easier – uses a power tool and less elbow grease!
Clean-eez - Grout-eez Super Heavy-Duty Grout Cleaner Easy and Effective. Destroys Dirt and Grime with Ease. Safe for Colored
4 | 16,846 ratings
Price: 22.95
Last update: 12-31-2024
About this item
Powerful Grout Cleaning: Experience the ultimate solution with Clean-eez! Our professional-grade cleaner effortlessly removes years of dirt and grime from grout, ensuring frustration-free cleaning without compromise.
2-in-1 Cleaning Marvel: Transform both your tiles and grout to their original glory with Clean-eez's all-in-one cleaner. Say goodbye to dingy surfaces and hello to a fresh, brand-new look that'll leave you amazed!
Remarkable Grout Revival: No dirt or grime is too stubborn for Clean-eez. Our innovative formula penetrates deep, delivering remarkable results that restore your grout's pristine appearance, saving you from costly renovations.
Vibrant Grout Renewal: Why replace when you can rejuvenate? Clean-eez helps you save time, money, and the hassle of renovation by breathing new life into your grout. It's the smart choice for a vibrant, clean bathroom or kitchen.
Innovative Handheld Brush: Cleaning tight spots and showers has never been easier! Clean-eez comes with a specially designed handheld brush featuring v-shaped bristles and an ergonomic handle for effortless, effective cleaning. Say goodbye to scrubbing woes!
2-in-1 Cleaning Marvel: Transform both your tiles and grout to their original glory with Clean-eez's all-in-one cleaner. Say goodbye to dingy surfaces and hello to a fresh, brand-new look that'll leave you amazed!
Remarkable Grout Revival: No dirt or grime is too stubborn for Clean-eez. Our innovative formula penetrates deep, delivering remarkable results that restore your grout's pristine appearance, saving you from costly renovations.
Vibrant Grout Renewal: Why replace when you can rejuvenate? Clean-eez helps you save time, money, and the hassle of renovation by breathing new life into your grout. It's the smart choice for a vibrant, clean bathroom or kitchen.
Innovative Handheld Brush: Cleaning tight spots and showers has never been easier! Clean-eez comes with a specially designed handheld brush featuring v-shaped bristles and an ergonomic handle for effortless, effective cleaning. Say goodbye to scrubbing woes!
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Heather
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2022
When I came across this product, I was skeptical. The reviews looked promising, but I thought my grout was beyond help. Again, I’d used so many products and none of them did the job. But I had literally nothing to loose except money I’d probably spend on something less useful.
I don’t know why I thought it would be a thicker formula, but it has the consistency of water. Not a bad thing, but an observation. The way the bottle dispenses the product isn’t idea, but that’s just me being picky. After letting it sit for 10 minutes, I went in with a scrub brush and gasped! After only 10 minutes and a slight amount of elbow grease, this product successfully did what I’ve been trying to do for over two years. My grout wasn’t dark brown anymore. As you can see in my pictures, there is a noticeable change in color where I’d used the product. I also want to mention all of my friends said the pictures did zero justice, and all of them asked me for the product information after seeing the results in person.
Tips:
- I’ve deep cleaned my grout twice since getting this product. While a toothbrush or scrub brush will get the job done, I recommend getting a scrub brush attachment for a cordless drill. Literally made the job so much easier.
- This product leaves a greasy residue on the floor, so be prepared with an degreaser. I recommend Goo Gone Kitchen Degreaser. After scrubbing the grout and before wiping up the grout cleaner, squirt the Goo Gone on the floor and mop it all up together.
- Lastly, if you have a wet vacuum (I have a Hoover carpet cleaning vacuum), it will save you so much time. I took hot, soapy water and sprayed it all over the floor. Then I just wet vacuumed up the grout cleaner, the degreaser, and dirty water all at once. Afterwards, I spot mopped with my Swiffer to finish the job.
Pros:
- The smell is probably the biggest pro for me. Is it a cleaning product? Yes. Does it smell like someone’s science experiment? Of course. But the smell isn’t overwhelming. Most importantly, the fumes didn’t make me nauseous or cause a headache. I do recommend cracking open and window or door to help keep air flowing.
- It does most of the heavy lifting in those five to ten minutes while soaking. While I used a scrubber on the grout the first time, I wasn’t killing myself doing it.
Cons:
- You’ll wonder why on earth you didn’t try it sooner.
- In all seriousness, this product leaves a greasy residue on the floor! I know I said it once already, but I’m saying it again because a lot of reviews complain about it. Be prepared with an degreaser!
- This isn’t really a con, but I wanted to mention this anyway. Is this magic? Absolutely. But it REQUIRES time, patience, and elbow grease. Depending on how nasty your grout is, it’s possible you’ll have to repeat the process more than once to get the desired results. With the correct tools, the job will be easier, but it’s still a job.
Overall: DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND BUY THIS! I try a lot of different cleaning product for all around my house. Most of them are a let down. This one not only exceeded my expectations, but I’d never been so happy cleaning dirty grout before.
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