Grout serves as the essential gap between tiles, preventing moisture from seeping behind walls or floors, but if left unattended, it can become a breeding ground for mould and limescale stains. Cleaning tile grout is notoriously tricky due to its porous nature, absorbing dirt and stains that resist even the most vigorous scrubbing.

Nonetheless, Jayden Copeland, cleaning guru and the brains behind Back Road Bloom, has shared a straightforward DIY cleaner recipe that can effortlessly eradicate grout stains naturally. She expressed her excitement about the concoction: “I don’t like to be too dramatic, but this is a miracle. Okay, that’s dramatic, but I just want you to know this homemade grout cleaner works so well.”

Jayden also noted: “Combined with a good quality scrub brush, it will transform your dingy brown grout into pristine white.”

“The best” method to get grout lines dazzlingly white again involves three natural components: baking soda, dish soap, and hydrogen peroxide.

Baking soda’s alkaline properties make it a powerhouse for cutting through acidic grease or soap scum that often gets lodged in tile grout.

Jayden claimed: “Baking soda is an awesome, all-natural cleaner. I love using baking soda in all of my natural, DIY projects. It is non-toxic, safe, and effective.”

Hydrogen peroxide offers a gentler alternative to bleach for whitening and brightening grout without resorting to harsh chemicals.

Jayden shared a simple yet effective cleaning tip, stating: “Hydrogen peroxide is basically water, with an extra molecule of oxygen. This extra molecule oxidizes which is what helps hydrogen peroxide to kill germs and bleach colour from porous surfaces.”

The addition of washing-up liquid aids in breaking down grime, improving the efficacy of this homemade grout-cleaning formula.

For this method, add two parts hydrogen peroxide with one part baking soda to an empty spray bottle. After mixing in two teaspoons of washing-up liquid, spray the solution onto grout lines and let it work for five to 10 minutes before scrubbing away any build-up.

She said: “It should only take a few scrubs down each line before you start to see a difference, and you can literally see it whiten and brighten right before your eyes. Make sure to scrub all of the grout on each line between your tiles.”

Finally, after the cleaning process, allow the tiles to dry, sweep away any remaining baking soda, and clean the floor with a mop or rinse the tiled wall with a cloth.