Care and Maintenance- For Ceramic Tile

CARE AND MAINTENANCE- FOR CERAMIC TILE

UNGLAZED PORCELAIN CERAMIC FLOOR TILE

This type of tile is very dense, non-porous and slip-resistant compared to other tile. The tile body is the working surface of the tile, as there is no glaze or coating. This type of surface finish is not as smooth as a glazed tile and may benefit from a sealer treatment prior to putting the tile into service.

Maintenance

Use soft bristle brushes or scrubbing pads as opposed to simple mopping or wiping. Combine scrubbing with an effective cleaner designed for unglazed tile or stone. Rinse and allow to dry.

Cleaning Products

To avoid residue problems, use a recommended cleaner like Masterpiece Stone Soap. To achieve a sheen, you can leave a small amount of Masterpiece Stone soap residue on your floor and buff with a clean, white polishing pad or soft bristle brush. Not recommended for polished tiles.

High Gloss finishes

Are not normally used on unglazed tile, however, a quarry polish could be used when a high gloss is desired.

Note: Glossy finishes normally require more maintenance than natural finishes.

Not recommended for polished tile.

GLAZED FLOOR TILE

This type of tile is very durable, non-porous and non-absorbent.

Maintenance

Is typically limited to: Sweeping, vacuuming or dust mopping regularly in order to minimize abrasive soils. Damp mop or wash on a needed basis. 

Cleaning Products

Cleaning product residue can dull the appearance of the floor, attract soils, increase scuffing, and/or causing tracking. To avoid problems, use recommended cleaning products. 

Use Clean Water and Rinse often

It is very important to change both wash water and rinse water often to prevent dullness, due to mop water residues. Dry buff-polish tile with a clean, dry cloth or pad.  

Glossy floor finishes

Are not suitable nor recommended for glazed floor tile.