{"product_id":"diy-tile-and-grout-cleaning-paste-recipe-card","title":"1.12 DIY Tile \u0026 Grout Cleaning Paste Recipe Card","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDIY Tile \u0026amp; Grout Cleaning Paste\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA thick paste to deep-clean bathroom and kitchen tiles and grout\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrout is porous and holds onto staining in a way that no spray can fully reach. This paste is designed to sit in grout lines and work over time: the citric acid dissolves mineral deposits, the bicarb fizzes to drive the paste into the pores, and the soap lifts what’s been loosened. Make it fresh and use it quickly for the best result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYield\u003c\/b\u003e 250 g  ·  \u003cb\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/b\u003e Beginner  ·  \u003cb\u003eTime\u003c\/b\u003e 5 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180 g Bicarbonate of Soda (Food Grade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 g Citric Acid (Anhydrous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 mL Liquid Castile Soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 drops Lift Essential Oil Blend (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeigh the Bicarbonate of Soda and Citric Acid (Anhydrous) separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine in a clean mixing bowl; they will fizz slightly. Mix quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the Liquid Castile Soap immediately and mix to form a thick paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Essential Oil if using and stir through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse immediately, or transfer to an airtight jar and label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEquipment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStirring spatula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital scales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirtight jar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrout brush or old toothbrush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply paste to tiles or grout using a brush or toothbrush. Leave for 5–10 minutes. Scrub thoroughly. Rinse with clean water. Do not use on natural stone tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight jar. Use within 2 weeks; Citric Acid loses potency once combined. If paste dries, add a few drops of water and stir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use on natural stone (marble, granite, travertine, slate); Citric Acid will etch the surface. Bicarb and Citric Acid fizz on contact; mix quickly. Short shelf life; make in small batches. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat else is in this recipe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBicarbonate of Soda (Food Grade)\u003c\/b\u003e reacts with citric acid to create the fizzing action, and provides gentle abrasion during scrubbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLiquid Castile Soap\u003c\/b\u003e binds the paste, provides surfactant cleaning action and helps the formula cling to vertical tile surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEssential Oil\u003c\/b\u003e optional. Tea Tree or Lemon add antimicrobial action and a clean scent to the finished result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eI recommend trying it with Lift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrout cleaning is one of the less pleasant household jobs, and Lift makes it feel more purposeful: the sharp, clean scent profile is suited to hard-working pastes. The Tea Tree and Eucalyptus carry genuine antifungal properties that are a bonus on a surface that’s regularly damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMake it yourself: every ingredient is available at homemadehaven.com.au.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall Batch • Handcrafted in Australia\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Homemade Haven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52157014704421,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/2188\/1893\/files\/1.12-TileandGroutCleaningPaste-Right.png?v=1783234858","url":"https:\/\/homemadehaven.com.au\/products\/diy-tile-and-grout-cleaning-paste-recipe-card","provider":"Homemade Haven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}