When it comes to your kitchen countertops that are covered with natural stone tile and grout, homeowners should be diligent with care and maintenance to ensure it is well preserved. On top of wiping it down after each use, professional tile and grout countertop cleaning services are essential. Where all tile should be deeply cleaned by an expert, most should be sealed as quite a few polished in order for your tile to last in good condition as well as maintain the luster. Today, we at Silver State Floor Restoration would like to discuss the importance of professional countertop cleaning, sealing, and polishing.
Countertop Cleaner
As mentioned, you should make certain to wipe down your tile and grout countertops to ensure they are disinfected. Keeping them regularly cleaned helps reduce the buildup. Grout is extremely porous, especially when it is not sealed. It absorbs all the dirt, debris, moisture, and substances it comes into contact with. After time and use, the grout starts to look discolored and dingy, and the tile looks dull, making the combination of tile and grout look old and grimy. Professional cleaning involves powerful equipment and products designed to uproot the compacted grit and grime that has accumulated deep in the grout’s pores. The professional cleaning alone makes the tile and grout look brighter and refreshed. Getting the countertops cleaned by a professional should be scheduled at least once a year to maintain a clean and sanitized surface. Also, when you clean your countertops, be sure to use the appropriate stone cleaner for your specific type of tile. Stay clear of acidic and abrasive cleaners.
Countertop Sealing
As mentioned, sealing should be applied on most tile, but is essential to protect the grout. Being that the grout has high porosity, sealants act as a barrier to help resist staining and keeping the grit and grime from building up. Generally, the countertops need to be sealed with a quality sealant once a year, bet depending on cleaning habits and use, it may require it more often. To test the sealants effectiveness, pour an ounce or so on the surface and wait a few moments. If the water beads up the sealant is intact. However, if the water seeps and creates water drops and rings, the sealant is worn away and needs to be applied. Before sealing applications, be sure the surface is efficiently clean and dry, otherwise the moisture and debris are trapped below the sealer.
Countertop Polishing
Depending on the type of stone your tile is, polishing returns the luster and shine it emits when the etches and scratches dull out the shine. Granite and marble are the most common tile that needs polishing, but there are many others. Professional polishing should also be scheduled once a year or more if needed.
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When your countertops are in need of a deep cleaning, sealer, and / or polishing, in the Greater Las Vegas, NV area, call Silver State Floor Restoration and let our professionals take care of the rest. We will clean, sanitize, seal, and polish your countertops to maximize their beauty.
