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TILE CARE &

MAINTENANCE

Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown

CARE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE PAGE 1 OF 7

CERAMIC TILE

Routine Care

Tile, whether glazed ceramic or porcelain, should be

maintained on a regular and frequent basis to prevent

build-up of soil, grease, residue, soap detergents, sealers,

dampness, liquids, etc., to keep the surface clean and

lessen slippery conditions.

Glazed ceramic and porcelain tiles require minimal

maintenance. Either can be cleaned with clear water and/

or a pH neutral liquid cleaner (soapless). Follow with a clear

water rinse and wipe dry to prevent lm formation. As with

most porcelains, spilled liquids may stain light-colored

products if not promptly removed. Neither sealing nor acid

cleaning is recommended for any of Daltile’s glazed ceramic

or porcelain tile.

Removal of Sealers/Waxes/Floor Finishes

If you need to remove a topical sealer or oor wax from

a ceramic tile you should use a Tile Sealer & Adhesive

Remover. Always test a small area rst. Apply a liberal

amount of undiluted sealer & adhesive remover to a

manageable area.

Allow setting without drying until coating or residue

softens. Reapply if necessary until sealer softens and can be

removed. If necessary, agitate with white nylon scrub pad.

Wipe up the residue with a cotton towel or sponge. Rinse

thoroughly with clean water.

NOTE: Do not use on Natural Stone products.

CERAMIC TILE GROUT CARE

Penetrating/Impregnating Sealer

Most tile installations use cementitious grouts.

This type of grout should be sealed after installation to

prevent the color from staining. The grout should be sealed

with a penetrating/impregnating sealer (often called grout

sealers) which does not contain silicone, as silicone can

shorten the useful life of the sealer.

Epoxy grouts, conversely, are chemically cured and acid

resistant and, as a result, do not require a sealer. The

application of a good quality penetrating/impregnating

sealer into the grout joints of a cementitious grout will not

change the natural color of the grout, but will prevent the

penetration of moisture, simplify maintenance, and help

prevent staining or discoloration.

Only the grout needs to be sealed, not glazed oor or wall

tiles. Grout can be sealed 72 hours after installation. There

are different grades of penetrating/impregnating sealers,

therefore the useful life and price will differ between a low

quality and high quality sealer. You may need to reapply the

sealer on an annual basis depending on the sealer quality,

trafc patterns, and maintenance routine. Some sealers

have multiple year warranties for useful life. Refer to the

manufacturer’s warranty, technical & product information

for specic details on product installation, useful life, and

product applications (including any warnings) before use.

Grout Maintenance

Neither sealing the grout nor using a 100% Epoxy Grout

will guarantee against surface buildup or discoloration of

the grout. Grout needs to be cleaned on a periodic basis

to remove any surface buildup. Routine grout cleaning

can be done with a daily concentrated household or

commercial cleaner depending on the application.

When heavy duty grout cleaning is required, you will

need to use a professional strength Tile & Grout Cleaner

that is capable of removing grease, soap scum, body

oil, mildew stains, algae, and synthetic or acrylic waxes

from the grout joints. However, such a product should

contain non-polluting chemicals and low volatile organic

compound (VOC) levels.

Summary of content (7 pages)

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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown CERAMIC TILE Routine Care Tile, whether glazed ceramic or porcelain, should be maintained on a regular and frequent basis to prevent build-up of soil, grease, residue, soap detergents, sealers, dampness, liquids, etc., to keep the surface clean and lessen slippery conditions. Removal of Sealers/Waxes/Floor Finishes If you need to remove a topical sealer or floor wax from a ceramic tile you should use a Tile Sealer & Adhesive Remover.
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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown CERAMIC TILE GROUT CARE (continued) Grout Color Restoration When grout has been stained to the point that it cannot be maintained or returned to its natural color, you can return the grout back to its original color or any other color through the use of a “grout stain”. Grout Stains are epoxy-based products that are specifically designed to penetrate into the grout and seal the surface with a permanent color.
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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown NATURAL STONE (continued) Once the stone has been cleaned, you can periodically apply a spray-buff wax-type floor finish to enhance the beauty and luster of polished stone (including countertops). Apply the finish with a spray applicator and buff immediately with a white nylon pad. Reapply as often as needed, depending on volume of surface traffic and consistency of routine maintenance program.
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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown NATURAL STONE NEW INSTALLATIONS (continued) Sealing A premium natural look penetrating/impregnating sealer is the normal choice on polished or honed marble, limestone, granite, or where the natural color of a slate is desired. A stone enhancer sealer is often used on tumbled, antique stones or on slate where a darker, enriched or highlighted character is desired.
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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown POLISHED PORCELAIN General Cleaning Tile, whether glazed ceramic or porcelain, should be maintained on a regular and frequent basis to prevent build-up of soil, grease, residue, soap detergents, sealers, dampness, liquids, etc., to keep the surface clean and lessen slippery conditions. Glazed ceramic and porcelain tiles require minimal maintenance. Either can be cleaned with clear water and/ or a pH neutral liquid cleaner (soapless).
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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown MOSAIC (GLASS AND MIXED MATERIALS) General Cleaning Tile, whether glazed ceramic or porcelain, should be maintained on a regular and frequent basis to prevent build-up of soil, grease, residue, soap detergents, sealers, dampness, liquids, etc., to keep the surface clean and lessen slippery conditions. Glazed ceramic and porcelain tiles require minimal maintenance. Either can be cleaned with clear water and/ or a pH neutral liquid cleaner (soapless).
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TILE CARE & MAINTENANCE Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown LEGAL ATTENTION / ATENCIÓN / ATTENTION Do not dry cut using motorized equipment due to the potential for exposure to harmful silica dust. Use a wet saw or a score and snap tool when cutting is necessary during the installation process. No corte en seco usando equipo motorizado debido a la posibilidad de exposición a polvo dañino de sílice.