Many people are accustomed to thinking that cleaning the bathroom ends with washing off the foam with a shower. It seems that the water will dry itself and will not harm the ceramics or porcelain tiles. However, professional cleaners and experienced housewives say the opposite. Ignoring this simple step results in having to do general cleaning three times more often, and tile appearance deteriorates rapidly.
The invisible enemy of your plumbing
The main reason why you should arm yourself with a water cleaner or a dry rag is hard water. In most regions, tap water is saturated with minerals, calcium and magnesium salts. When the drops dry naturally, the water evaporates, and the “chemistry” remains on the surface.
This is how persistent limescale. At first it looks like harmless whitish spots, but over time it turns into a hard crust. It is almost impossible to remove old waterstone without aggressive acidic agents, and frequent use of strong chemicals can damage the glossy layer of the glaze.
Threat to tile joints
If the tile itself is a durable and non-porous material, then grout for joints – this is the most vulnerable place in the bathroom. It has a porous structure and works like a sponge, absorbing moisture. Constant dampness in the seams creates an ideal microclimate for the development of microorganisms.
Regular drying of surfaces deprives spores of the necessary nutrient medium:
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Prevents the occurrence black mold.
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The grout does not turn yellow or darken over time.
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Eliminates the appearance of an unpleasant musty odor in the room.
In addition, moisture penetrating deep into the structure of the grout, with constant temperature changes, can lead to its gradual washing out and cracking.
Aesthetics and safety
Wet tiles that dry on their own always look untidy. remain on a glossy surface cloudy stains and drips that make the bathroom feel dirty even immediately after cleaning. Matte and embossed tiles suffer even more: water accumulates in their uneven surfaces, which is then extremely difficult to clean.
Wiping dry takes no more than one or two minutes if you use rubber scraper (water scraper). This action not only instantly returns the ideal shine to the walls and floors, but also reduces the overall humidity in the room, which is useful for mirror surfaces and MDF furniture.
Introducing the habit of removing excess moisture after each shower allows you to abandon the weekly scrubbing of the walls with caustic compounds. This simple step will keep your renovation fresh for years to come.
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