The tile joints should be cleaned with a multifunctional stain remover. First, use a toothbrush dipped in a small amount of stain remover to remove dirt, then apply a waterproofing agent with a brush on the joints, which can not only prevent water seepage but also inhibit mold growth.
One major drawback of vitrified tiles is that after polishing, the micro-pores are exposed, making them prone to oil, dust, and other contaminants. According to industry insiders, this is an acknowledged challenge. Many branded products can be sold as qualified goods without anti-stain treatment. If consumers are unaware and don't take care during installation, stains may appear. Consumers should inquire at the time of purchase whether the vitrified tiles have undergone anti-stain treatment. If not, waxing is necessary, and regular floor wax will suffice. Before laying, to avoid damage to the tile surface during construction, cover the tiles with non-fading items such as woven bags.
For daily cleaning and maintenance of vitrified tiles, first thoroughly clean all stains from the tiles. For sticky residues like glue, use a neutral cleaner and a scrub sponge. Pour floor cleaner onto the vitrified tiles and use a waxing machine to rub away stains. Then pour water-based wax onto a clean dry mop and evenly spread the wax over the tiles. After waxing, let the tile surface air-dry. It is recommended to avoid stepping on the tiles until they are completely dry, or use a fan to speed up drying. Generally, after waxing, it takes about 8 hours for the tiles to fully dry. Heavy objects should only be moved after the wax has dried completely, ensuring the brightness of the vitrified tiles.
Maintenance tips for vitrified tiles:
1. Apply a layer of SW waterproof and stain-resistant agent on the unused or cleaned vitrified tiles or polished tiles. This prevents water and dirt from penetrating while maintaining the original luster of the tiles.
2. Cleaning becomes easier afterward, as water and dirt will only remain on the surface, easily wiped off with minimal effort.
Cleaning methods for vitrified tiles:
1. For tea, fruit, coffee, sauce, vinegar, shoe prints, etc., use a diluted sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach). Soak for 20-30 minutes and then wipe clean. For stains that have penetrated deeper into the tiles, soak for several hours.
2. For ink stains or mold spots caused by wax deterioration, use a diluted sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach). Simply apply the bleach to the stained area, soak for a few minutes, and then wipe clean.
3. For cement, scale, water rust, or rust stains, use hydrochloric acid or phosphoric acid solutions and scrub multiple times.
4. For paint, oil stains, oily markers, or surface wax layers, use alkaline cleaners or organic solvents (acetone, triethylene glycol), or specialized paint and oil removal agents.
5. For hammer marks, soak in a 20%-40% sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solution for 24 hours, then wipe clean. Afterwards, soak in a 30%-50% hydrochloric acid (HCl) solution for 30 minutes and then wipe clean.
6. For ice cream stains, use an alkaline cleaner.
7. For lime scale, use an acidic cleaner.