Zep Grout Cleaner & Brightener Review

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I tried Zep Grout Cleaner & Brightener and this is what I thought about it. Zep Grout Cleaner & Brightener is a very good acidic, grout cleaner for restorative grout cleaning. I had never heard of this product before a couple of weeks ago but I’ve since found out it’s very similar to Zep Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover which I’ve been using for many, many years. I’ve always had great success with the Zep Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover so I expected the Zep Grout Cleaner & Brightener to work at least as well and I was not disappointed.
The main ingredient in Zep Grout Cleaner & Brightener is Urea Hydrochloride which is the strongest acid that we use in grout cleaning. As such it should only be used in the restorative cleaning of ceramic tile and grout. It should never be used on any kind of natural stone. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when using cleaning products and always wear the proper personal protective equipment when using cleaning products.
Knowing how similar the Grout Cleaner & Brightener is to the Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover I had an idea of what to expect going in. I knew that it would do at least as well as the Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover but I was hoping that it might be even better. In the end, it lived up to my expectations. It did as good a job in the shower as the Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover and while I was a little disappointed that it couldn't entirely remove a small rust stain, I know that the Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover couldn't either. It did, however, do a better job in the kitchen than the Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover.
Zep Grout Cleaner & Brightener only has only obvious con that I can see and that is the price. It costs $10 for a quart whereas the Calcium, Lime, and Rust Stain Remover is $15 for a gallon and the gallon makes 2 gallons total which brings the cost down to $1.87 per quart.
But overall, I have to say that the product does what it says and when used in conjunction with a good alkaline cleaning solution will be a valuable asset in the restoration of ceramic tile and grout.

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I have used this on a few jobs. I think it is adequate at best. I did some grout that wasn’t cleaned for 20 years and it was night and day difference. I did two jobs that were cleaned more frequently that showed very little improvement. In fact I had to do part of the one floor twice.

The process I did was the same as you. I applied the product, let it dwell a few minutes, scrubbed, extracted, and then went over it with an alkaline cleaner.

Brobstcleaningservices
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I use a homemade mix never fails.
1 part Surgical Spirit
1 part washing up liquid
2 parts water.
Old strong toothbrush or similar rubbing brush
Wash off & wipe clean.
PERFECT 😊

mrdemocracy
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I've always had good results with Zep products.

tip
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Just bought a 1 quart bottle at Home Depot in Canada for $5.98. Haven't had a chance to use it yet but I'm looking forward to seeing the results.

keeperz
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Can you recommend a good alkaline cleaning solution? I didn't see the link that you mentioned.

craigskerpac
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What did you use to neutralize the cleaner?

thadood
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im seriously impressed. most people don't look up the SDS on the products they use. Zep is pretty notorious for just relabeling the same chemical mixes, and there are commercial cleaners that work much better. having your grout professionally cleaned and sealed will always be cheaper over time and maintain your floors and showers.

savagestyle
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ZEP makes the best cleaners hands down

aaronandraquel
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What do you recommend for alkaline cleaner after using acidic product?? 4:54

Margi-rg
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Thanks for the video! Earned my subscribe. Curious, are products like Zep (acidic and alkaline) generally okay to use in a custom shower that has porcelain tile but is lined with a rubber liner? I just had house remodeled and just cautious as not to damage the rubber liner under the tiles. I honestly would assume so as many ppl have custom showers made as such but you never know.

android
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Hi! What tool were you using at the end of this video to clean the grout and what product got all that dirt off? Was it the Zep? Thanks!

dakotascotto
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At the hardware store they carry ZEP calcium lime and rust (CLR) and ZEP neutral PH floor cleaner. Should I use the neutral PH cleaner first and then CLR next and then do I need to use 409 to neutralize the acid in the CLR?

Thanks for your great videos!

kevin-gfuz
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I found your video very informative, thank you so much! I have a quick question, I know this video is one year old but I was wondering if anyone can reply, if I use an acidic product do I still need to use an alkaline if I steam clean?

veronicaalda
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Do you have any videos on granite showers with sandless grout? Will this work? Do I have to have a vacuum? Can you just use a sponge to wipe it off with?

cliftonsargent
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I purchased this product after watching this video and let me tell your holy cow!! I used it on my bathroom floor, simply poured it on the grout, waited s few minutes and gave it a quick scrub.
Amazing and worth every penny. The grout looks brand new.

erikax
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Can you do a video on the grout around the kitchen sink?

MiguelBHart
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Does mixing with a alkaline solution cause any toxic fumes? I think the warnings on the acid products say not to mix?

MonkeyBonkey
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just used the zep grout cleaner. did good job but left my floor very sticky have mopped it 3 times still sticky. used pine sol and used vinegar. any ideas? thanks for your time.

AERIALBOY
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What alkaline cleaning solution do you recommend?

Anonymike
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I've been using that Zep grout cleaner and brightener for a while now and I give it 5 stars and 2 thumbs up. It's nice to know it's about the same as that other product though. I just like having it on the truck and so far it's been a great product. I would probably never have figured that it is basically the same as the other Zep product. Btw, when that product fails on rust stains I normally just use my rust stain remover for carpet and with a little scrubbing, it does the trick. That one must have been extra stubborn, but any customer would or at least should be well pleased with that job. I know, some of them are REALLY finicky. Also, I didn't hear you caution never to use either of those on natural stone. I actually use the Zep grout cleaner in an inconspicuous place like the inside of a closet to test if the floor is natural or manmade. If it fizzes on the surface you know it's natural and not to use that product.

randyd