Tile flooring maintenance

CERAMIC

• Glazed or unglazed tile can generally be cleansed with clear water and/or mild non-soap household detergent followed by a clear water rinse to prevent film formation.
• Tile flooring needs to be wiped dry following the clean water rinse.
• Tile should be maintained on a regular basis to prevent buildup of soil, grease, residue, soap detergents, sealers, dampness, water, etc. to lessen slippery conditions.
• Acid cleaning is not recommended, if necessary, only water based sulfamic acid can be used when mixed and applied strictly in accordance to package instructions.

PORCELAIN

• Under normal conditions, cleaning of porcelain tile requires no commercial soaps, no sealer materials, nor stripping agents. Just use clean water.
• As porcelain is virtually a non-porous material, it does not absorb water or other stains and requires minimum maintenance.
• Ceramic porcelain is generally regarded as a high-quality, unglazed tile that has the same coloring through out its body. It is more durable, outperforms any of its glazed counterparts and because of its outstanding physical qualities, is also easy to clean and maintain.

NATURAL STONE

• Stone tiles by nature have small irregularities and cavities. It is routinely filled with cement plaster of Paris and pigment. Some stone is not filled, nor is filling advised because the cavities are so small, filling can be done at the time of grouting.
• After installation, stone should be properly cleaned, sealed and protected with a "penetrating sealer". Additional shine and depth can be obtained using various topical sacrificial preparations. We recommend strict adherence to the advice of the manufacturer of the sealant.
• Once treated, stone tiles should be cleaned with water on a regular basis.
• Most cleaning or wear problems are caused by failure to keep soils and grit off the floors.
• Damp mopping with water is sufficient in most situations.
• Regular cleaning with water and mild neutral non-soap detergents will help maintain the surface life and appearance.
• Due to the nature of natural stone, the samples that we provide are representative only and cannot be binding. Variations in color and marking will occur from piece to piece. Customer should always inspect tiles prior to installation.