With their even, easy-to-wipe-down surfaces, tile floors are a snap to keep clean. Daily sweeping or vacuuming, combined with weekly or biweekly mopping, should be enough to keep your tile floors looking shiny and bright. Grout, which is the material between tiles, should be cleaned with a hot, soapy solution to soften any packed-in dirt or grime. Using a stiff brush on the grout will help to dislodge and remove any remaining debris. For best results, always refer to the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions. The manufacturer’s guidelines will explain exactly what to do and which products to use — plus, the products you should avoid using.