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ANSWER - Keep in mind that looking solely at photos is very limiting in developing a valid conclusion of what has caused the discoloration in the surface of your glazed tile floor. Looking at the photo…

ANSWER - There are all sorts of different types of ceramic tiles and finishes, so depending on what type you have will determine what will explain your concerns about your tile. Glazed tiles have a glass-like…

ANSWER - First of all, if your grout joints have turned moldy and the limestone is turning a rusty color then those are symptoms that the shower floor was not installed correctly.  Water is probably being…

ANSWER - The best way to clean soap scum and mildew from marble shower walls and floors is to use a cleaner designed for stone. Go to our website at www.CTaSC.com to Expert Answers…

ANSWER - Depending on the type of tile in terms of whether it is a ceramic tile glazed or unglazed or some type of stone and its particular physical properties relative to what type of…

ANSWER - Your hexagon yellow tiles are not likely porcelain and are more likely a glazed talc body ceramic tile. If the marks on the tile are scratches then you aren't going to be able…

ANSWER - If you want a true flamed granite, you definitely don't want to use a wax. It would not be as slip resistant, it would not allow the stone to breath, and it would…

ANSWER - There is no way to know if the polish remover will harm the tile or not because tile isn't normally tested for that. If it is an unglazed porcelain tile it probably won't…

ANSWER - Sealers can be applied over unglazed or glazed tiles, but you must use the correct type of sealer for the respective type of tile, and you must apply it correctly to get the…

ANSWER - The key to maintaining unglazed mosaics is to properly seal it, and properly maintain it. There are penetrating types of sealers such as Miracle 511 Impregnator that works well over unglazed mosaics.  The sealer…