Premium tiles deserve proper care. Whether you've invested in high-gloss vitrified tiles for your living room or anti-skid bathroom tiles, the right maintenance routine keeps them looking showroom-fresh for decades. Here's your complete guide.
Daily Cleaning — Simple Habits, Big Results
- 1Sweep or vacuum daily to remove dust and grit that can scratch tile surfaces over time.
- 2Mop with warm water and a pH-neutral cleaner — avoid acidic or bleach-based products.
- 3Clean spills immediately — especially tea, coffee, and oil — before they set.
- 4Use a microfibre mop rather than a string mop for better surface contact.
Weekly Deep Clean
Once a week, give your tiles a more thorough clean to keep them gleaming.
- 1Mix a few drops of dish soap in warm water and mop the floor thoroughly.
- 2For high-gloss tiles, buff dry with a clean microfibre cloth to restore shine.
- 3Clean wall tiles with a damp sponge — never let water sit on grout lines.
- 4Use a tile-specific cleaner for stubborn stains — avoid DIY acid mixtures.
Grout Care — The Most Neglected Part
Grout is porous and absorbs stains easily. Neglected grout turns dark and ruins even the most beautiful tile installation. Here's how to keep it clean.
- 1Make a paste of baking soda and water, apply to grout lines, scrub with an old toothbrush.
- 2For stubborn grout stains, use a commercial grout cleaner — not bleach.
- 3Seal your grout every 1–2 years with a grout sealer to prevent absorption.
- 4Consider using epoxy grout for wet areas like bathrooms — it's stain-resistant and durable.
What to Avoid
- 1Never use steel wool or abrasive scrubbers — they scratch gloss tiles permanently.
- 2Avoid strong acids (vinegar, lemon juice) on polished or natural stone tiles.
- 3Don't use oil-based cleaners — they leave a slippery film.
- 4Avoid dragging heavy furniture across tile floors — use felt pads on furniture legs.
- 5Never use bleach on coloured grout — it discolours permanently.
Bathroom Tile Care — Special Attention Needed
- 1Wipe down bathroom walls after showering to prevent soap scum and hard water deposits.
- 2Apply a squeegee on glass and glazed wall tiles after each use.
- 3Use a bathroom-specific anti-fungal cleaner monthly to prevent mildew in grout lines.
- 4Ensure good ventilation — an exhaust fan reduces moisture that promotes mildew.
Tip: When buying tiles, always ask for a few extra pieces from the same batch. If a tile chips or cracks years later, matching the exact shade and texture is much easier with a spare.
Well-maintained tiles can last 30–50 years — far outlasting most other flooring options. A few minutes of care each day is all it takes to protect your investment. Have questions about caring for a specific Itone Ceramic product? Contact our customer care team at customercare@itoneceramic.com.
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