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From backsplashes, shower tile, floor tile and wall panels, Cork tile is the perfect medium to add colour to a space

Explore Cambridge Floors’ diverse selection of tiles, meticulously curated to elevate every corner of your home. From stunning backsplash options to sleek and durable bathroom tiles, we have everything you need to turn your vision into reality. Revamp your kitchen with our exquisite range of floor and wall tiles, crafted to add both style and functionality to your space. Whether you're looking for modern designs or timeless classics, our store offers an extensive collection to suit every taste and budget. From natural stone to ceramic tile, let us help you transform your home into a masterpiece with quality tiles that are as versatile as they are beautiful.

Maintenance and Care for Natural Stone Tile

SEALING

Natural stone is well known as very porous and therefore is more susceptible to staining. This makes the sealing process critical in ensuring the longevity of your tile.

What is the purpose of sealers? The name sealer can be misleading. The stone is "sealed" however, the stone isn't stainproof but rather gives you more times to clean the stain. This is due to sealers increasing a stones reaction time to contaminants, allowing you to clean up said stain before the stone’s surface is stained permanently.

At Cambridge Floors we recommend that you seal your tile before grouting. Sealing is advisable to happen before grout due to the fine nature of grout that can penetrate and stain your tile.

ROUTINE CARE

At Cambridge Floors, we believe that sealing is the most critical initial step towards proper stone care.

Spills should always be wiped up immediately—particularly anything acidic which can etch through the protective sealant barrier.

Regularly sweep to remove dirt and debris that can damage the stone’s surface and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner that does not contain acid, bleach or ammonia.

Towel drying will help prevent streaking, especially on polished surfaces.

RESTORATION & DEEP CLEANING

In high traffic areas, deep cleaning is suggested every 6-12 months.

Avoid using cleaners with acid, bleach or ammonia, which will etch and discolour the stone.

Remember that stone wears naturally over time, adding to its beauty.

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Grout Care & Maintenance

SEALING

Sealing grout is very important as it is extremely porous.

If you start noticing your grout joints darkening when they are exposed to water, it is time to reseal.

ROUTINE CARE

Make sure that cleaners are pH neutral or grout compatible.

Always clean up dirt and spills promptly to keep it from soaking into the grout.

Using a grout compatible cleaner regularly will reduce the need for deep cleaning in the future.

RESTORATION & DEEP CLEANING

In high traffic areas, deep cleaning is suggested every 6-12 months (perhaps more often in wet areas such as showers where grease and soap build-up can accumulate).

Avoid using cleaners with acid, bleach or ammonia.

Three Types of Sealers

PENETRATING

Tends to be matte and not create a sheen on the surface

Does not change the colour of the tile, and maintains the natural colour of your stone tile

Penetrates stone to form a barrier just below the surface, making it more resistant to stains

ENHANCING

A version of a penetrating sealer

This type of sealer is designed to enhance the natural colours of the stone tile, often darkening and enriching the natural colours of the stone. This form of sealer often will significantly change the appearance of the stone tile.

Due to the nature of enhancers, and their inability to be removed, most enhancers must be buffed off. This is done to prevent the excess sealer from clotting and/or be tracked. From these reasons, Cambridge Floors believes enhancing sealers should be used with caution and proper equipment to prevent the damage and staining of your stone tile.

TOPICAL

Topical sealers are often referred to as a "gloss," and come in semi and high gloss formats. Due to its non-penetrating nature, this sealer enhances without changing the colour of the stone.

Topical sealers creates a surface barrier that helps repel water and oil

The topical sealer becomes the contact point between the stone and you. As such, the sealer is subject to wear and will need regular maintenance to keep the glossy look and protective measures effective.

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