The Importance of Resealing Tile

<img src="https://www.diamondcertified.org/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiamondcertified.org%2Fwp_contents%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F06%2F3_103.jpg&w=1920&q=75" alt="undefined" style="height: ;width: "/> Sealing bathroom tile protects its surface by preventing stains and discoloration. Photo: Peterson Tile ©2023 Originally written by Hany Louis of The Tile & Grout King Inc. A common misconception about tile is that once it’s installed, the only maintenance required is regular surface cleaning. However, when it comes to tile materials like stone, porcelain and ceramic, an important additional step is continuous resealing. Proper tile sealing is important for a couple of reasons. First, it protects the tile’s surface by preventing stains and discoloration that are caused by the accumulation of dirt and grime. Second, because sealer repels dirt and grime, it makes routine cleaning both easier and more effective. The process of resealing tile depends on the nature of the material. With a ceramic or porcelain product, for example, it’s more important to seal the grout because that’s where the dirt and grime can collect and cause discoloration. To keep your tile grout looking clean, it’s a good idea to reseal it twice a year. Stone flooring is a very high-maintenance material—even more so than tile. Its porous character makes it susceptible to discoloration and staining, which is why it’s important to reseal the entire surface of a stone floor twice a year. Whether you’re resealing or cleaning, it’s important to use the appropriate product for the particular application. Since acidic or abrasive cleaners can eat away at a tile product’s seal, always use a pH neutral product for routine surface cleaning.  <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/" target="_self">Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a> Local, Top Rated Diamond Certified Companies Related to Your Topic <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/sonoma-tile-contractors/" target="_self">Sonoma County Tile Contractors</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/marin-tile-contractors/" target="_self">Marin County Tile Contractors</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/alameda-county-stone-tile-grout-cleaning/" target="_self">Alameda County Tile Cleaning Companies</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/contra-costa-stone-tile-grout-cleaning/" target="_self">Contra Costa County Tile Cleaning Companies</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/stone-tile-grout-cleaning/ca/monterey-county/" target="_self">Monterey County Tile Cleaning Companies </a>  Related Articles <a href="https://stage.diamondcertified.org/Guide/countertops-and-stone/" target="_self">The Homeowner's Guide to Countertops & Stone</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated Local Companies</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/" target="_self">Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a>