Cleaning Marble Tiles On Your Own
These natural stones are really stylish, easy to maintain and clean and can come in wide array of designs and color patterns. These tiles can either be rough or smooth or will have a pattern on them which may include hand-painted designs and patterns. The more complex the designs of the patterns, the more expensive they are.
The patterns you choose will depend upon the room that you are placing them in. if you plan on installing these tiles on the floor, or in the kitchen or bathroom walls or furnishings, then you need to select such as leaves or perhaps simple, plain tiles. In your living room or activity room, you may choose a nice swirl pattern on the tiles could be perfect.
Now there are professionals that you can hire if you want to do some cleaning for your marble tiles. But there are times that you want to do it on your own. Actually you can do the cleaning on your own. Cleaning these tiles can be done in some extent but if the surface is etched or dulled by using some bathroom and washroom cleaning products, you need to call a professional to hone the top and polish it back to its previous shine because bring back the lost finish of these tiles is almost impossible if you are planning to use hand tools.
Maintaining the marble tiles in simple way
In making sure that your marble flooring will stay in good shape and retain its shiny glow for years, you need to follow simple cleaning guidelines. First, you have to make sure that the surface is dust free as possible by dust mopping it regularly with soft, clean, lint free mop. You should also clean it with water and mild neutral-ph cleanser which is especially manufactured for use in the stone surfaces.
You have to keep in mind that the acidity or even abrasives present in standard cleansers may cause dulling, etching or scratching. You can also use separate mop or cloth that is specifically reserve for stone and keep in mind to change mop water frequently. Avoid letting spills to stay on the surface of the marble tiles to dry and smudge the surface. Use good mats at entrances to trap dirt, sand, gravel and other grime.
In maintaining the elegant and appealing look of your marble tiles, you do not have to do a major restoration program. With the simple cleaning guideline you will be able to keep your marble tiles appealing always.
Ella Ayson
Marble Tiles
