Renovating a Ceramic Tiled Kitchen Floor
Posted on 3rd August 2023
Cleaning a Ceramic Tiled Kitchen Floor in Sandhurst Berkshire
Ceramic tiles have a slight texture to them which improves grip and makes them a popular choice in kitchens where the floor can get wet. The trouble with rougher surfaces though is they can trap dirt which gradually builds up and becomes ingrained especially if the tiles have not been cleaned or installed properly at the time of laying the floor (a "grout haze" can often be left at time of installation and unless this is cleaned correctly will add to the build up of grime).
Removing Grout Haze from a Ceramic Tiled Kitchen Floor
To remove the thin layer of grout a strong dilution of a mild acidic cleaner that breaks down the grout and allows it to be removed. The solution is applied to the floor and allowed five to ten minutes to dwell before being agitated using a black pad fitted to a buffing machine. The slurry is then rinsed off with water and vacuumed away using a wet vacuum. Some stubborn areas with heavy grout haze build require a more powerful acidic cleaner that comes in gel form.
Applying a Light Grey Grout Colourant
After cleaning the ceramic tiles, the grout still needs attention due to years of dirt resulting in deep staining letting down the overall appearance of the floor. To achieve a uniform finish throughout a light grey tile colourant is carefully applied to each individual grout line, ensuring that any excess is removed. The colourant is left to dry for an hour before buffing the floor. The colourant forms a permanent barrier over the grout sealing it in and making it much easier to clean.
The Finished Ceramic Tile Floor
One completed the Ceramic tiles had never looked so good and the grout looked ever so fresh. As you can imagine my customer was very happy with the transformation achieved and left the following feedback:
“Dennis did an excellent job of cleaning our kitchen floor and restoring the grout to it its original colour. This really lifted the room. Dennis was courteous and professional and would use him again.”
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