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Cleaning porcelain tiles

We have recently had dark grey rough matt porcelain tiles laid on our kitchen floor (they look like slate). Unfortunately our builder has done a runner, resulting in our new tiles looking an absolute mess. They are covered in oil paint in parts and general whitish stains.

I have attempted cleaning the tiles with floor cleaner and elbow grease (no luck), white spirit on the paint bits (no luck), scratching the paint off with a razor-type blade (similar to those you use on ceramic hobs), but nothing will shift.

Can anyone please advise? The tiles look about 10 years old, even though they are brand new, and I'm desperate to get them cleaned up!

Thanks for your help,
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  • go to Wickes or similar trade outlet they will have stuff to clean tiles with- my builder had some acid like stuff for cleaning all the tiles after they had finished of grout, grease, dirt and dust etc.
    its pretty lethal stuff you have to wear gloves and watch your eyes but it will do the job
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  • HG make a specialist range of flooring cleaners - loads of options for tiles. A web search will show you stockists and the range available. Good Luck!
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  • Hello..

    In my opinion you should hire the cleaning service experts as they know how to clean the place in a very natural and friendly way. They remove all the stains and dirt without damaging the place. I usually call up the company and they do it for me. I hope the resource help you out.

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  • To clean porcelain tiles you need to do regular cleanings, sweeping and vacuuming, it is more than is sufficient. And mopping with plain water will help to remove minor dirt and dust. And one thing always remembers that do not allow the cleaning solution to dry on the surface of the porcelain tiles. To clean porcelain tiles you need to do regular cleanings, sweeping and vacuuming, it is more than is sufficient. And mopping with plain water will help to remove minor dirt and dust. And one thing always remembers that do not allow the cleaning solution to dry on the surface of the porcelain tiles.


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  • Hello.. If you are looking for the best cleaning service company then I would suggest hire only the professionals who have some expereince at know the best way to clean without damaging. It is very important that you make sure they have good reputation in the industry.

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