How to Remove Mold from Tiles and Grout: 4 Easy Steps

March 25, 2025

Tiled and grouted surfaces tend to be used the most in areas that are going to be exposed to lots of moisture. This includes bathrooms, laundry rooms, indoor pool rooms, kitchens, and more. 

Well, while the tile and grout do a great job of not degrading in those conditions, it also means that you’re likely to see mold growth on those surfaces at some point. 

Fortunately, removing mold from tiles isn’t too difficult, and you can restore them to look as good as new quickly and hassle-free.

Here are 4 quick and easy steps to help you out.

1: The Essential Materials For Cleaning Mold From Tile And Grout

First, you’ll need to gather some basic household materials. These are things most people have around, but even if you don’t have something, they’re all affordable. 

  • Old toothbrush you won’t use again
  • Spray bottle
  • Baking soda and water
  • (Optional) Bleach
  • (Optional) Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Rag or wipe

The bleach and hydrogen peroxide are optional solutions that you can use instead of the baking soda and water solution that we’ll be mentioning shortly. 

2: Mix

First, we’re assuming you’re using the baking soda method. It’s the safest and easiest to do. Mix equal parts baking soda and water until it makes a thick paste. This will help remove the mold from your tiles thoroughly and prevent it from coming back. 

If you use bleach, you have to determine the type of mold you’re dealing with. Some mold can cause the mold to grow even worse. It’s recommended to avoid bleach entirely unless you understand mold. 

Hydrogen peroxide is another option, but you want to spot-test it and wait an hour to ensure it doesn’t damage anything, depending on the tile and grout you have or any surrounding surfaces. 

3: Scrub

Put your paste, or one of the other options if you’re using one of those, on the tiles and grout wherever the mold is and in a decent amount of space around the mold. Use your toothbrush to scrub the paste and break up the mold as you go.

Man cleaning mold from a tiled bathroom wall.

Let the paste sit for a short bit before moving to the cleanup phase. It will look like a mess, but it works wonders for cleaning up mold. 

The same goes for both other solutions, too. 

4: Wipe it Clean

Now, all that’s left is to clean off any remaining residue from your tiles and grout. You can do this with a cleaning wipe or a wet rag. The main thing you want to focus on is ensuring that you get everything up. 

You don’t want to leave spores behind that can potentially grow a new mold infestation. A little extra time spent cleaning it up now can prevent you from having to do the same process all over again later. 

Regularly Check for Growth and Consider Professional Help

Once you have it all cleaned up, your grout should look as good as new. 

We hope this guide made removing mold from your tiles easy and practical, but keep in mind that lingering spores could still cause it to return. 

Mold growth (and regrowth) can be a real nuisance. If you live in Irvine or anywhere in Orange County, it’s best to rely on experienced mold removal specialists to handle the problem for you.

So, contact Mold Fix today, and our experts will ensure your tiles and grout are thoroughly cleaned, mold-free, and looking as good as new.

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