Here are some General Questions and Answers about tiles and maintenance. Feel Free to use our Quote Form if you have any other questions.
| Is porcelain tile more durable than ceramic tile? Yes, in most cases, porcelain is a harder material and is solid. Ceramic tile in most cases is a clay backing with a ceramic glazing on top. |
| Should I use bleach to clean my grout? No. Bleach or any other harmful chemicals can break down the color pigments in the grout, discoloring it badly. A mild tile and grout cleaner is best. |
| My tile is cracking in the grout line and through some of tiles. What does this and how can we stop it in the future? More than likely you have a small crack in the concrete substrate and its transposing through the tile and grout. Remove the offending tile and grout, apply a rubberized crack isolation membrane, retile and grout. |
| How often should I reseal my travertine? About once every year or two depending on how much use or traffic the stone experiences. |