How to Maintain and Protect Ceramic Tiles For Longer Use

 

Tile is well known for being durable, virtually stainproof, and easy to clean and maintain, but a little practical know-how will take you a long way in keeping your ceramic tile floor looking its best.

While cleaning ceramic tile flooring is a simple and straightforward affair, there are some things to look out for so you don’t mar the finish or otherwise damage the finish.

A few pointers for tending to your ceramic tile:
◦Never use harsh abrasive cleaners that might scratch the glaze.
◦Avoid cleaning unglazed ceramic tiles with acids, strong soaps, or abrasives.
◦Mop ceramic tile with a damp mop and a gentle all-purpose cleaner. Dry the floor with a soft cloth to avoid streaking.
◦Ceramic tile walls and countertops can be brought to a high-sparkle sheen with car wax. Apply as recommended and buff after ten minutes.
◦Strip wax buildup on unglazed tile floors yearly and rewax. Be sure to rinse thoroughly after applying the stripper to flush away excess product.

 

However, if you want to put a more personal touch to your tile murals, you can also hand-paint them yourself. You just need to use a paint that will last and a glaze finish to seal the painting on the tile. You just need to be very careful as to where you will be placing the tiles. Hand-painted tiles may not be as enduring as those which are made and produced by professionals. You may want to consult a professional who deal with this kind of business for some advice on how you can keep the paint permanently on the tile.