What is Porcelain Tile?:

Porcelain tile is a tile that is generally made by the dust pressed method from porcelain clays which result in a tile that is dense, impervious, fine grained and smooth, with a sharply formed face. Porcelain tiles usually have a much lower water absorption rate (less than 0.5%) than non-porcelain tiles making them frost resistant or frost-proof. Glazed porcelain tiles are much harder and more wear and damage resistant than non-porcelain ceramic tiles, making them suitable for any application from light traffic to the heaviest residential and light commercial traffic. Full body porcelain tiles carry the color and pattern through the entire thickness of the tile making them virtually impervious to wear and are suitable for any application from residential to the highest traffic commercial or industrial applications. Porcelain tiles are available in matte, unglazed or a high polished finish.

How do I care for Porcelain Tile:

• New Installations: The most important step for future daily maintenance involves the complete removal of grout and construction dirt after the tiles have been installed. This is best done by a professional using the right tools, and products for your situation. We can do this for you at reasonable cost.

• Daily Maintenance: Although porcelain tile is by definition impervious, it is still possible for its surface to stain. You may choose a cleaner specifically formulated for porcelain tile. However,unglazed surfaces sometimes assume the color of the cleaning solution. General maintenance and cleaning of porcelain tile varies depending on the surface texture and soil load. General cleaning should be performed with a neutral cleaner diluted to the manufacturer's recommendations. Non-oil, non-acidic and non-soap based cleaners should be used.

• Refinish/Restore: Finished or unfinished porcelain tile needs periodic professional cleaning/refinishing to restore the original beauty and protection to the tiles. We can do this for you whenever required.

Porcelain tile before clean and grout stain

Porcelain tile after clean and grout stain