{"id":2585,"date":"2020-03-13T14:39:40","date_gmt":"2020-03-13T14:39:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tilebar.com\/learn\/?p=2585"},"modified":"2022-06-14T10:32:09","modified_gmt":"2022-06-14T10:32:09","slug":"how-to-clean-porcelain-tile-floors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpstage.tilebar.com\/learn\/how-to-clean-porcelain-tile-floors\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide: How To Clean Porcelain Tile Floors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Wondering how to clean porcelain tile floors? We have the answer. Today, we are going to cover all things <a href=\"https:\/\/wpstage.tilebar.comtop-8-kitchen-flooring-ideas-and-trends-for-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"porcelain-tile (opens in a new tab)\">porcelain-tile<\/a> related when it comes to cleaning so that you don\u2019t have to ask that question ever again. You\u2019ll walk away knowing which porcelain tile cleaner to use for which type of porcelain finish (since polished porcelain tile and unglazed porcelain tile <em>do <\/em>have different requirements). If you\u2019re excited like us, let\u2019s dive in and cover the world of cleaning porcelain tile flooring!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s Needed to Clean Porcelain Tiles?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">The first steps is gathering your materials. While it varies from situation to situation, there are a few&nbsp;base products that you\u2019ll always want to have on hand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">They are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">A vacuum&nbsp;| A Broom set | A large bucket | White Vinegar | Sponges | Scrub Brush (non-metal) | Towel (for drying).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Often Should You Be Cleaning Porcelain Tile?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">For anyone wondering how to make porcelain tiles shine weekly, there are two types of cleaning that you should always perform. The first is week-to-week cleaning which consists of sweeping and vacuuming to remove any dirt or debris.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">The next way to clean is with a vinegar-water solution and should be completed monthly. This is a more involved, deep-cleaning solution that will result in squeaky clean floors. Try to set a date each month and stick to it for best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-very-light-gray-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/tilebar.com\/collection\/tile-accessories\/tile-care.html\">Shop Cleaning Supplies<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/tilebar.com\/collection\/porcelain-tile\/shop-by-look-porcelain.html\">Shop Porcelain Tiles<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wpstage.tilebar.comhow-to-clean-unpolished-porcelain-tile\/\">Learn how to clean Unpolished Porcelain Tiles<br><br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/wpstage.tilebar.comhow-to-clean-polished-porcelain-tile\/\">Learn how to clean Polished Porcelain Tiles<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">There you have it: How to clean polished or glazed porcelain tiles in a gentle, effective way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wpstage.tilebar.comquick-guide-to-wood-look-porcelains\/\">Wondering about wood look porcelain tiles? Read this blog post<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wpstage.tilebar.comquick-guide-to-wood-look-porcelains\/\">.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do\u2019s and Do Nots for Tile Cleaning&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">There are some definitive dos and don\u2019ts when it comes to porcelain tile floor cleaning. Let\u2019s quickly review them so that you\u2019re ready to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do\u2019s&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Make sure to always rinse the area and sweep before cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019ts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Don\u2019t use cleaners that have acid or chlorine since it could hurt the intrinsic coloring of tiles (especially for patterned porcelain tiles).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Don\u2019t use a metallic brush to scrub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">Don\u2019t use cleaning agents that have coloring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">That\u2019s a wrap on how to clean porcelain tiles! We hope that you walk away with a better understanding of the process. If you have any questions, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to us or comment below for help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/tilebar.com\/new-products.html?style=r2c\">Shop New Tiles<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering how to clean porcelain tile floors? We have the answer. 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