Use And Care Manual

TILE CARE &
MAINTENANCE
Ballatore Beat BL03 tile shown
CARE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE PAGE 6 OF 7
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). 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.
Glass Tile
Use a glass cleaner and a soft lint-free cloth for cleaning
glass tile. To remove soap scum or water deposits a
minimally abrasive cleanser and soft
bristle brush can be used.
STONE MOSAIC
Routine Care
Natural Stone products are porous by nature and many of
the cleaners acceptable for use on ceramic tile can stain,
damage or dull stone.
Dirt and dust will scratch the surface of stone. Natural
Stone should be cleaned with neutral cleaners and
should never contain acid or bleach. Acids, even a light
solution of vinegar and water, will etch and eventually
damage Natural Stone.
Stone Cleaners
Only use cleaners specically designed for cleaning stone.
These cleaners contain no acids and are concentrated
neutral pH cleaners that will not affect existing sealers or
wax-type coatings. The surface of the stone should be
dampened with clear water. This will keep the cleaning
solution on the surface so it can be effective. A solution
of the cleaner and water mixed to manufacturer’s
instructions should be applied to the stone surface with a
sponge or mop.
On walls, kitchen counters or vanity tops, a spray bottle
can be used to apply the cleaning solution. Allow sitting
for manufacturer’s specied amount of time (usually 3 to 5
minutes). Agitate with a sponge, synthetic mop, soft bristle
brush or through the use of a oor scrubbing machine. Mop
up dirty solution and buff dry.
Once the stone has been cleaned, you can periodically
apply a spray-buff wax-type oor nish to enhance the
beauty and luster of polished stone. Apply the nish
with a spray applicator and buff immediately with a
white nylon pad.
Pre-Grout Sealing
A non-sanded grout is strongly recommended for Natural
Stone installations due to the narrow grout joints customarily
preferred. All travertine, slate, tumbled stone and honed/
amed/unpolished granite should be sealed prior to
the grouting process to protect them from staining. The
application of a good quality sealer should be used as a
grout sealer and applied again as the nal sealing process
once the installation is nished.
Metal Tile
To clean, use a liquid non-abrasive household cleaner.
DO NOT use scouring pads, steel wool, sandpaper or other
abrasive products. Avoid cleaners containing ammonia,
bleach, abrasives, or other hazardous/polluting compounds.
Always test in a small inconspicuous area while using a new
cleaner to ensure compatibility.