First of all, Terracotta & some Quarry tiles are very porous! If incorrect cleaning solutions are used on the tiles they will damage the sealant and penetrate straight into the stone, failing their main purpose, cleaning. This is why Cleaning Time only use solutions specifically formulated for terracotta & quarry tiles.
Second, a lot of homeowners tend to DIY-seal their terracotta and quarry tile, applying coat upon coat of topical sealant, which results in a heavy build up that sometimes is almost impossible to remove. Grout lines in particular can be a massive challenge for any DIY-terracotta or quarry floor cleaner if they are not equipped with the right machinery and appropriate floor cleaners.
Lastly, effective sealing can be a huge problem because of the high porosity of terracotta and some quarry tile. If the sealer is applied before the stone has properly dried out white patches can appear, resulting in compromised seal quality as well as overall appearance issues. This is why we always allow at least two weeks for terracotta and some quarry tiles to dry out.
Terracotta and Quarry tile floors tend to discolour over time due to years worth of soil build up. For your hard floors to regain their beautiful welcoming appearance again we have designed a thorough restoration programme for all of our clients.

Terracotta & Quarry Tile Floor Maintenance:

Terracotta & Quarry tiles make a beautiful flooring that adds warmth to any home or work place, but in order to keep them looking at their best regular professional maintenance is required. Cleaning Time can design the right maintenance program to fit around you. We will also, leave you with a bottle of our special neutral floor cleaner for your weekly cleaning. This cleaner enhances the appearance of your floors and also cleans the floor without damaging existing sealants.