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How to Clean Cultured Marble Tiles?

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Cultured marble tiles is a resilient material frequently used for tiles, sinks, and vanities. Mineral deposits and soap scum can build up on your marble tiles, negatively impacting its appearance. Remove mild buildup and stains with a soft rag and white vinegar. Eliminate difficult stains with hydrogen peroxide or a special, heavy-duty cleaning solution.


Ensure safe cleaning by avoiding harsh chemicals and abrasives. Some stubborn stains might require a longer soak time. However, soaking your marble tiles too long in this solution may be harmful to its finish. Cleanse the area with water. Rinse the cleaned area with cold water in the same fashion as previously described.


Wipe up water remaining on your marble tiles and any dirtiness with a clean, dry, soft rag. Your cultured marble tiles should now be clean. Any excess sealer that’s pooled on the surface of your marble tiles or that has not been absorbed must be removed for the health and appearance of your marble tiles, as leftover sealer can stain it.


Allow the sealer to set for 24 hours. Let the sealer fully absorb and dry into your marble tiles before trying to use your shower again. You should seal your marble tiles bathtub once every six months. Let everyone in your house know that using the shower before the sealer dries could damage your marble tiles.


After receiving your pre-cut marble tiles slabs, the first thing to do is make sure they fit on your tiles. Place the slabs on top of their installation location—also known as dry-fitting—and make sure that each piece fits into its space without creating any large gaps between its surroundings.

How Staining Your Cement Floor?

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Check if your cement floor has been sealed. You can do a water test to make sure the concrete surface will absorb the stain that you’ll be applying. Pour water onto the concrete. If it is absorbed into the surface, this means the surface will be able to absorb the stain.


Remove the sealer if a puddle of water forms on the surface. Use a commercial paint stripper to get rid of the sealer. Once the sealer is removed, repeat the water test before applying the stain. Clean your concrete surface thoroughly. It is important to make sure there is no debris or dirt on the concrete surface.


Use a commercial cleaner and scrub the surface with a broom. Rinse the surface with water until there is no more soapy residue. Remove any excess water with a mop. Wear eye protection and waterproof gloves. When working with stains it is important to stay safe. Read the safety instructions and always use eye protection and gloves.


Apply the stain 24 inches (60 cm) above the surface. Check the spray pressure in a bucket before applying to the surface, then apply evenly to your surface area. Don’t overapply the stain to your surface. Remove any pools of liquid with a sponge.


Apply a sealer to protect your stain. The surface that has been stained should be dry before applying a sealer. Wait for at least an hour before applying to the stained area. Use a paintbrush to cover the edges with a sealer. This will protect any surrounding walls and allow for a more precise seal of the surface. Start at the top edge of the cement area and work your way around all the edges with a paintbrush.

How Using an Acid Solution Washing Your Pool Tiles?

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Drain your pool. Remove debris like leaves and algae from the bottom of the pool once the water is drained. Then place your water hose at the deep-end side of the pool. Position it near the ledge so that the water will run over the tile when you turn it on. Wear protective clothing.

Because the acid solution emits noxious fumes and is harmful if it gets onto your skin and body, rubber boots, safety gloves and goggles, and a respirator with an acid approved filter are necessary. For extra precaution, wear a protective suit that is chemical-resistant.

 

Add 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of muriatic acid to 1 gallon of water in a bucket. You can use a plastic bucket. Make sure to slowly add the acid to the water and not the other way around. Because the acid will fizz and emit fumes when you pour it into the water, make sure you are wearing your respirator, goggles, gloves, and protective clothing. You can purchase muriatic acid and acid-resistant cleaning tools from your local pool maintenance store or online.

Apply the solution to the pool tile with an acid brush. Starting at the deep end of the pool, work the solution into the grout with the brush. Working on small sections at a time, scrub the flat rustic tile with an acid-resistant scrub brush. Once the calcium silicate scaling is removed, rinse the wall tile with water using the hose.

Alternatively, fill a watering can with the solution and use the can to pour it onto the pool tiles. Then use the acid-resistant scrub brush to clean the white tile. Repeat this process until all the tiles are cleaned. Add soda ash to the acidic solution at the bottom of the pool. Add 2 pounds (.9 kilograms) of soda ash for every gallon of acid. Do this once you are done cleaning all of the tiles. The soda ash neutralizes the acid so it can be safely removed from your pool.