Tile Floor

[Rafa and Bill]

Hello everyone! Just moved into a new home with lots of tile floors. I am
not sure if they are porcelain or ceramic. The kitchen countertops are all
granite. Can anyone tell me the best way to clean the floors and
countertops? Any products I should use or avoid? Will appreciate any tips!!

Thanks

R.G.

[Vox Humana]

"Rafa and Bill" <rafanbill@neb.rr.com> wrote in message
news:ft1fb.9389$832.983@twister.rdc-kc.rr.com...
> Hello everyone! Just moved into a new home with lots of tile floors. I am
> not sure if they are porcelain or ceramic. The kitchen countertops are all
> granite. Can anyone tell me the best way to clean the floors and
> countertops? Any products I should use or avoid? Will appreciate any
tips!!
>

Ceramic or porcelain tile is easy to maintain because it isn't porous. The
grout is the issue. Prevention is the key. Make sure it is well sealed.
Get a good sealer from a tile shop. I use a steam mop on my tile and it
works great without any chemicals.

[Rafa and Bill]

> Ceramic or porcelain tile is easy to maintain because it isn't porous.
The
> grout is the issue. Prevention is the key. Make sure it is well sealed.
> Get a good sealer from a tile shop. I use a steam mop on my tile and it
> works great without any chemicals.

Thanks for the reply! Now excuse my ignorance...what kind of sealer? How are
they applied? Can they be purchased at convenience or hardware stores?

R.G.

[Vox Humana]

"Rafa and Bill" <rafanbill@neb.rr.com> wrote in message
news:H62fb.9392$832.943@twister.rdc-kc.rr.com...
>
>
> > Ceramic or porcelain tile is easy to maintain because it isn't porous.
> The
> > grout is the issue. Prevention is the key. Make sure it is well
sealed.
> > Get a good sealer from a tile shop. I use a steam mop on my tile and it
> > works great without any chemicals.
>
> Thanks for the reply! Now excuse my ignorance...what kind of sealer? How
are
> they applied? Can they be purchased at convenience or hardware stores?

Sealers come in water based and oil based formulas. Depending on the type
you have to reapply at stated intervals - generally from every 6 months to
five years. As with any other product you get what you pay for. You can
buy grout sealer any place that sells tile including Home Depot and Lowe's.
You might try to find a dedicated tile shop because they will probably have
higher quality products and will be able to advise you on product use and
selection. Generally, sealers are wiped on with a cloth or a brush. After
letting them soak in you wipe off the excess. For areas that get a lot of
abuse or are frequently wet you might want to apply two or three
applications the first time and then just a single application periodically.
Grout sealer will not only help prevent the grout from staining, but it
inhibits water absorption. While you are at the tile shop you might ask
them for information on caring for your granite counter.

[Rafa and Bill]

> Sealers come in water based and oil based formulas. Depending on the type
> you have to reapply at stated intervals - generally from every 6 months to
> five years. As with any other product you get what you pay for. You can
> buy grout sealer any place that sells tile including Home Depot and
Lowe's.
> You might try to find a dedicated tile shop because they will probably
have
> higher quality products and will be able to advise you on product use and
> selection. Generally, sealers are wiped on with a cloth or a brush.
After
> letting them soak in you wipe off the excess. For areas that get a lot of
> abuse or are frequently wet you might want to apply two or three
> applications the first time and then just a single application
periodically.
> Grout sealer will not only help prevent the grout from staining, but it
> inhibits water absorption. While you are at the tile shop you might ask
> them for information on caring for your granite counter.

Thank you for the great information and for taking the time to share the
knowledge!

R.G.

[570-622-6441]

No Acid or ammonia on the countertops.

Four things to clean any floor:
your HANDS and KNEES


"Rafa and Bill" <rafanbill@neb.rr.com> wrote in message
news:ft1fb.9389$832.983@twister.rdc-kc.rr.com...
> Hello everyone! Just moved into a new home with lots of tile floors. I am
> not sure if they are porcelain or ceramic. The kitchen countertops are all
> granite. Can anyone tell me the best way to clean the floors and
> countertops? Any products I should use or avoid? Will appreciate any
tips!!
>
> Thanks
>
> R.G.
>
>

[Sandy Bray]

Labor Saver Tile Floor Cleaner
Powerful, deep cleaning formula!
This easy to use, powerful cleaner saves time and effort by actually
softening the dirt and grime before easily lifting it from the surface.
Works ideally for cleaning small spots or for an entire floor. Safely
removes dirt, grime, grease...even heel marks. Leaves no streaks or residue.
Specially formulated to use on any tile surface: floors, counters, showers,
patios, porches and more. Use on ceramic, quarry tile, marble, terrazzo,
glazed terra cotta, mosaic. 18 oz.



Getting Started with Stanley
With Stanley Home Products your financial investment is minimal -- as low as
$10 for a starter kit. There are no hidden costs or inventory to purchase.
All you need is the desire to get going!
www.myshp.com/sbray

Sandy

"Rafa and Bill" <rafanbill@neb.rr.com> wrote in message
news:1R3fb.9411$832.765@twister.rdc-kc.rr.com...
> > Sealers come in water based and oil based formulas. Depending on the
type
> > you have to reapply at stated intervals - generally from every 6 months
to
> > five years. As with any other product you get what you pay for. You
can
> > buy grout sealer any place that sells tile including Home Depot and
> Lowe's.
> > You might try to find a dedicated tile shop because they will probably
> have
> > higher quality products and will be able to advise you on product use
and
> > selection. Generally, sealers are wiped on with a cloth or a brush.
> After
> > letting them soak in you wipe off the excess. For areas that get a lot
of
> > abuse or are frequently wet you might want to apply two or three
> > applications the first time and then just a single application
> periodically.
> > Grout sealer will not only help prevent the grout from staining, but it
> > inhibits water absorption. While you are at the tile shop you might ask
> > them for information on caring for your granite counter.
>
> Thank you for the great information and for taking the time to share the
> knowledge!
>
> R.G.
>
>

[Wayne Boatwright]

DAMN SPAMMER

"Sandy Bray" <bsandy@fidnet.com> wrote in
news:SkGdnft_rI9QhheiU-KYgA@fidnet.com:

>
>
> Labor Saver Tile Floor Cleaner
> Powerful, deep cleaning formula!
> This easy to use, powerful cleaner saves time and effort by actually
> softening the dirt and grime before easily lifting it from the
> surface. Works ideally for cleaning small spots or for an entire
> floor. Safely removes dirt, grime, grease...even heel marks. Leaves no
> streaks or residue. Specially formulated to use on any tile surface:
> floors, counters, showers, patios, porches and more. Use on ceramic,
> quarry tile, marble, terrazzo, glazed terra cotta, mosaic. 18 oz.
>
>
>
> Getting Started with Stanley
> With Stanley Home Products your financial investment is minimal -- as
> low as $10 for a starter kit. There are no hidden costs or inventory
> to purchase. All you need is the desire to get going!
> www.myshp.com/sbray
>
> Sandy
>
> "Rafa and Bill" <rafanbill@neb.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:1R3fb.9411$832.765@twister.rdc-kc.rr.com...
>> > Sealers come in water based and oil based formulas. Depending on
>> > the
> type
>> > you have to reapply at stated intervals - generally from every 6
>> > months
> to
>> > five years. As with any other product you get what you pay for.
>> > You
> can
>> > buy grout sealer any place that sells tile including Home Depot and
>> Lowe's.
>> > You might try to find a dedicated tile shop because they will
>> > probably
>> have
>> > higher quality products and will be able to advise you on product
>> > use
> and
>> > selection. Generally, sealers are wiped on with a cloth or a
>> > brush.
>> After
>> > letting them soak in you wipe off the excess. For areas that get a
>> > lot
> of
>> > abuse or are frequently wet you might want to apply two or three
>> > applications the first time and then just a single application
>> periodically.
>> > Grout sealer will not only help prevent the grout from staining,
>> > but it inhibits water absorption. While you are at the tile shop
>> > you might ask them for information on caring for your granite
>> > counter.
>>
>> Thank you for the great information and for taking the time to share
>> the knowledge!
>>
>> R.G.
>>
>>
>
>