Porcelain tile restoration projects like these are really rewarding. We can immediately envision the end result. So, it is therefore, a real honour to be able to work through the process and showcase the results to our clients. Our clients wanted to sell their property. Their estate agent had advised them to get their hallway tiles professionally restored. This would allow them to get the best possible price for their property. After attempting to get the floor cleaned by different tradesmen and trying themselves, MCS Stonecare were recommended. This was a great opportunity for us to complete a test patch [...]

This particular porcelain tile cleaning project is a great example of the transformation that is achievable. We imagine you would agree that this beautiful porcelain floor brings so much character to this beautiful home. Tile floors, such as this one are often steeped in history and have an incredible past. It is therefore, so rewarding to breathe new life into them. It feels like we are paying testament to their history. Porcelain Tile Cleaning – Test Area: Depending on the size of the project, we are able to complete a test area clean. This is a great opportunity for our [...]

Regularly cleaning porcelain tiles will help stop dirt building up on their surface. This is the same whether we are discussing floor tiles or shower tiles. Regular cleaning (once or twice weekly) is the best way of preventing more major issues. Although porcelain tiles are known to be hard-wearing, it is important to use the correct cleaning solutions. Porcelain specific cleaning solutions are available. It is always advisable to use stone-specific solutions as this will likely avoid any further damage being caused. Even as a manmade tile, the surface of porcelain tiles can still be damaged by harsh cleaning products. [...]

Cleaning tiles and grout needs to come hand in hand. So many forget about the grout lines when contemplating cleaning stone tiles. Errors can be made when completing routine cleaning. Essentially when you introduce water or cleaning fluid onto tiles and start moving it around, you are likely to push dirt and grime into the grout lines. Even attempting to be careful will not be enough to avoid this. Why? Grout lines are slightly dipped so therefore gravity carries the dirt into these areas. Cleaning Tiles and Grout – What cleans grout best? There are many grout cleaning solutions out [...]