Use and Care Manual

Table Of Contents

Glass Tile Care and Maintenance

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Glass Tile B acksplashes

Glass tile is a popular choice for kitchen backsplash areas, not only because it is beautiful,

but also because it is easy to care for. The glossy surface of glass tile stands up well to the

dirt and grime that can accumulate on kitchen surfaces. To clean these surfaces, a mild

cleanser can be used, or a homemade solution of equal parts of vinegar and water is also

effective. A soft bristle brush can be used to scrub the tile, but anything more abrasive

should be avoided. This consideration is not so much to protect the glass tiles themselves,

but to prevent the grout from becoming scratched or gouged. When using a vinegar and

water solution, you can safely leave it on for about ten minutes, and then wipe it clean.

Rinse well with clean water, then buff and shine dry with a soft towel to avoid the formation

of water spots and streaks that can mar the beautiful reflective surface of y our glass tiles.

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Glass Tile Bathroom Surfaces

Just as with any other type of surface that is used in bathrooms, glass tiles ov er time will

accumulate soap scum and hard water deposits. These types of deposits will cloud the

surface of glass tiles, making them less reflective and beautiful. Fortunately, they are easy

to clean with a simple solution of equal parts of vinegar and water. This cleaning solution is

not only safe for the glass tiles, but also for the grout. You can use a spray bottle to wet

the glass tile surfaces with the solution, and then allow it to sit for about fifteen minutes.

This will give the vinegar a chance to dissolv e the mineral deposits and loosen the soap

scum. Then, a soft bristle brush can be used to scrub the tile surfaces and grout. Take care

to only use a soft bristle brush, to av oid the chance of scratching or damaging the grout.

Then, simply wipe the surface, rinse well with clean water, and dry with a soft clean towel.

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Glass Tile Floors

One of the most important things to keep in mind when caring for a glass tile floor is the

need to sweep on a regular basis, to avoid the accumulation of dirt and grit. Gritty dirt,

when ground into the flooring under foot, can over time abrade the glass tile surfaces with

tiny scratches and etches, which can mar its reflective beauty. A simple cleaning technique

of sweeping and mopping with a mild cleaning solution can help keep a glass tile floor

clean and beautiful for years to come.

Note - The suggestions mentioned above are for general practice. In case of a particular project, it is recommended that a

professional installer/fabricator/restorer is consulted. It is also recommend that cleaning solutions are tried in an isolated

area to chec k for desir e d resul t s. MSI disclaims any liability towa r d s the use of any care & maintenance prod uc t s .

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Glass Tile Care and Maintenance  Glass Tile Backsplashes Glass tile is a popular choice for kitchen backsplash areas, not only because it is beautiful, but also because it is easy to care for. The glossy surface of glass tile stands up well to the dirt and grime that can accumulate on kitchen surfaces. To clean these surfaces, a mild cleanser can be used, or a homemade solution of equal parts of vinegar and water is also effective.
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Glass Tile Care and Maintenance  Cleanser Consideration Although as a general rule glass tiles are a very durable material, when in doubt as to what types of cleansers are appropriate , always refer to the manufacture r's recommendations for the types of tiles that you are using.  Caring For Glass Tile Grout If your home features bathroom or kitchen glass tiles then you are going to want to care for them the best you can.
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 An Easy Way To Clean Your Glass Tiles Cleaning glass tiles is a very easy thing. One of biggest benefits of having a glass backsplash or wall or floor design is that they are very easy to maintain. Here are a few easy steps to keep your glass tiles looking just as spectacular as they did when you first set them. The first thing to note is not to use heavy cleaning chemicals, but rather a mix of either soap and water or vinegar and water.