Porcelain tiles are an amazing choice for a host of different rooms in the modern home. With the innate ability to create a clean and sophisticated surface wherever they are laid, it’s no wonder porcelain tiles have become a key trend in the tiling world.
At Stone Tile Company, our range of porcelain tiles is ever-growing. We’re continually adding new and innovative products to our range which our customers are loving in their own homes and projects.
Porcelain tiles now come in all shapes, sizes and finishes and are one of the most durable surface finishes you could consider for your project. However, as with all surface products, you will need to keep them looking their best. So, in our latest blog, we wanted to give a few tips and tricks to enable you to continue loving your porcelain tiles and keeping your home looking beautiful.
Why do Porcelain Tiles appeal?
Porcelain tiles have become more popular in recent years as consumers start to take a leaf out of the hotelier’s design book and bring a touch of their holiday hotel or spa stay to their homes.
Porcelain tiles are more durable than ceramic tiles and can be manufactured in larger sizes, which again is a new trend. When you consider open-plan living, who wants a small ceramic tile when you can go XXL and fit 600x1200 and larger in these amazing open plan spaces?
Porcelain can be equally effective when used as floor tiles or as wall tiles, and is a flexible and trusted choice of today.
There are also a number of different styles of porcelain tile that can be used to create different vibes and feels within a home.
From polished porcelain to wood effect, concrete effect, stone effect and marble effect, porcelain tiles are vast in their scope when it comes to delivering a tile solution that matches with your vision for your home.
Maintaining the look of Porcelain Tiles
As with anything in your home that gets a lot of wear, porcelain tiles can lose that initial shine and shimmer if they are not maintained correctly.
This can manifest in a few ways. Dirty grout is a common issue that can develop over time, quickly detracting from the beauty of your porcelain tiles.
The surfaces of the porcelain tiles themselves are easy enough to maintain and look after. However, getting this right is reliant on the owner taking the right approach, using the right materials, and committing to cleaning regularly.
The best way to clean Porcelain Tiles
Compared to some surfaces in the home, a porcelain tiled floor or wall is a pretty simple equation when it comes to cleaning. However, that doesn’t mean that it’s just a case of getting the sponge and bucket out and cracking on with things.
For any porcelain surface, start by sweeping away any dust or dirt which may have built up over time. This prevents these things becoming enmeshed in the surface of the tile and taking the shine off them.
We then recommend using a dedicated porcelain cleaner in order to really bring out the best in the surface of your tile. Stone Tile Company stocks a porcelain tile cleaner which helps bring back some shine to the surface without damaging the tile or the grout.
With a pleasing fragrance and no rinsing required, this is a really strong purchase for any owner of porcelain tiles. And if you have been wondering how to clean outdoor porcelain tiles or how to clean porcelain patio tiles, this product from LTP can do the trick for both indoor and outdoor porcelain tiles.
There are a variety of porcelain tile cleaner options out there, and some will require being washed away after use. Be sure to do this if the instructions suggest so, otherwise there is a risk of staining or marks being left on the surface.
Shop with Stone Tile Company
We hope you have found this to be a useful guide on how to clean porcelain tiles. We love what porcelain tiles bring to the table at Stone Tile Company, and our range is packed full of quality porcelain tiles we believe can make a real difference to your home.
We also have a dedicated accessories section containing adhesives and grouts, as well as sealers and cleaners.
Be sure to take the time to browse through our full collection and get what you need from Stone Tile Company.
You can take a look too through our delivery options, and if you have any questions, simply get in touch with the Stone Tile Company team.
