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How to Maintain
Crossville adheres to the highest manufacturing standards so that you can enjoy your porcelain stone for years to come. Simply follow the recommended care and maintenance guidelines, and you'll be rewarded with porcelain stone beauty that lasts a lifetime.
When it's first installed
Your installer should make sure all grout and construction dirt is removed after your porcelain stone is installed. In most cases, porcelain stone can be cleaned by scrubbing with hot water and a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and remove the rinse water with a wet vacuum or dry towel. If grout residue is still present, your installer should consult the grout manufacturer and/or Crossville.
Whether or not to seal
If you are installing polished porcelain stone, water-based penetrating sealers should be applied prior to grouting. The sealer will not alter the stone's appearance or slip resistance. Your installer will know the proper procedure for applying penetrating sealers, such as never allowing the sealer to dry on the surface of the stone. Sealers should be wiped dry within 3 to 4 minutes after application.
Top finishes and waxes are not recommended. Porcelain stone is inherently dense and does not readily absorb stains and soil. Top-coating sealers affect the appearance of the porcelain surface, and make it more difficult to maintain.
Routine maintenance
Regular cleaning is the easiest way to keep your porcelain stone floor looking new and beautiful. Use clean, hot water (combined with a household cleaner for more aggressive cleaning), and follow these five important steps:
- Sweep or vacuum the floor thoroughly.
- Saturate the floor with hot water combined with a small amount of cleaning solution (such as Mr. Clean, Fantastic, etc. - see stain cleaning chart).
- Let the solution sit on the floor for 5-10 minutes so the cleaner does most of the work. Clean small areas at a time as you don't want the cleaner to dry.
- Mop up the water. Stubborn dirt and stains may be scrubbed with a nylon pad or bristle brush if necessary.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water until all dirty wash water is removed.
Rinsing is critical: dry detergent residue forms a coating that is difficult to remove and entraps dirt. An added tip - polished finish Porcelain Tile® by Crossville should be dried thoroughly with a soft cloth or buffing pad to enhance the shine and prevent water spots.
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