Tile floors, especially in Texas, are a great way to spruce up your home and create a comfortable, clean living environment for you and your family. But, tile needs some maintainance and upkeep to keep it looking new and clean.

Some tiles may be stain or dirt resistant, but especially in high-traffic areas of your home, surfaces wear down and can look dull. The best way to clean tile is with a non-corrosive, mild detergent and clean water. A rag or chamois-type mop is much better than a sponge mop because sponge mops can push dirty water around without actually picking it up off the tile.

If your water looks dirty, swap it for clean water because dirty water equals a cloudy floor. For other residue (like soap), a non-abrasive all-purpose cleaner will do the trick. For an all-natural version you can try using lemon juice, but only on ceramic tiles—never on marble.