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3 Tips to Keep Your Floor Tile Looking Like New
Desert Tile Blogger • July 3, 2019
If your floor could use a little help, you'll want to learn these 4 tips for floor tile restoration.
You love your tile floors, but lately they look as if they’ve seen better days. Yet, how do you get your floor looking like new again without replacing it?
Floor tile restoration is the answer. It’s a cost-effective, easy way to keep your floor tiles looking great and help them last longer. All you need is a few smart cleaning techniques and know-how.
To help you get started, let’s look at 4 tips to keep your floor tile looking like new.
1. Remove Soil and Stains to Bring Back Shine
Dirt and grime build-up produce a hazy film over tile floors, leaving them looking old and worn. That’s when a deep cleaning can make your tile floors shine like new.
Pick out an all-purpose cleaner
that’s safe to use with your type of tile. Use a rag or chamois-type mop instead of a sponge mop, which can push dirty water into the grout.
Always change the water out frequently so you’re not mopping with dirty water. You may want to use a vacuum to make sure you get the dirty water out of porous surfaces.
For soil tough to remove, scrub with a soft-bristled brush. Never use a metal or hard-bristle brush, it can damage the tile surface.
Plus, don’t let your floors air-dry. The sitting water could produce water spots or film from soapy residue. Always dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
If your floors are natural stone, they’ll likely need to be sealed if they haven’t already. Sealing helps keep dirt and spills out of the porous surface. Sealing also helps grout stay cleaner longer.
2. Don’t Forget the Grout
Even the best tile will look old and grungy if grout lines are still dirty. Make sure to give your grout special attention when restoring old tile floors.
For regular grout cleaning, make a paste of baking soda and water, letting it sit on grout lines overnight. Then scrub with a toothbrush and rinse clean.
Oxygen bleach works well on more stubborn stains. But always sure it’s safe to use with your particular type of tile material.
3. Regular Maintenance Is Key
Once your tile floors are shining like new again, keep them looking that way longer with regular maintenance.
Sweep them often and clean up any spills as soon as they happen. Keeping a doormat at exterior entrances
will trap dirt and moisture before it lands on your tile. And place padding underneath metal furniture to prevent scratches and rust.
4. Leave Poor Condition Floors to the Experts
Sometimes the poor condition of your tile floors is beyond your best DIY restoration efforts. When that happens, it’s time to call in the experts.
No matter what material your tile floor is, restoration professionals will know how to take care of it properly. Whether it be stripping years of build-up off, repairing wear and tear, removing stains, and sealing the tile for its protection.
You’ll have the peace of mind knowing they have the training, professional equipment, and years of experience to get the job done right.
Bring Back the Brilliance with Floor Tile Restoration
Reveal the hidden shine of your old tile floors. By using these floor tile restoration tips, you can save money and have floors that look brand-new all over again.
Need expert help restoring your tile floors? Contact us
today for a free estimate!
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