The tiles give your floor that clean, thematic look you’ve always wanted. These tiles can be complemented with furniture and decor to enhance the atmosphere. Floor tiles are more popular in India than wall tiles.
The seamless look of your tiles would be perfect until staining begins to ruin it. The worst stains are acid stains. They can be dangerous.
Why worry about acid stains?
Tiles make up a large part of a tiled floor. There is also the grout and furniture, if there is any. The following are some of the reasons why acid stains can occur:
- Acid is used to clean surfaces
- Spillovers from an acid container, such as a battery
- Use of lemon, bleach, or other acidic chemicals on a floor cleaner
It’s not only the tiles that you should be concerned about. Grouts are also important. The grout lines protect the floor by preventing it from absorbing any water or other substances between the tiles. This will keep the foot and tile formation intact.
Acid can cause the grout to become damaged and allow water and moisture into the tile joints. Epoxy and furan-resin grouts can handle exposure to chemicals with high or low pH levels better.
Alkali-proof tiles are also available. Glazed vitrified tiles will handle mild acids or alkalis. The majority of glazed ceramic tiles and polished glazed vitrified tile used in the home can withstand contact with mild chemicals. After an accidental exposure, it is important to wipe and remove any stains from the surface of the glazed tiles.
Alkali-resistant floor tiles can be used in industrial complexes to handle chemical spillages. These tiles are not suitable for use in homes and offices. Alkali tiles with furan resin grouts work best in industrial applications, where chemicals are often present.
Which Areas Are Most Prone to Acid Damage?
Acid damage is most common in the bathroom and kitchen. In these areas, you may have to use harsh chemicals to clean spills and tiled surfaces. You need to make sure that you use the chemicals in a diluted form and only on the stains.
To avoid damage, clean up the spillage of chemicals on tile surfaces immediately.
How to Remove Acid Stains?
As soon as you can, identify the damage and begin to repair it. This will help to minimize damage and keep your tiles looking like new. You can remove acid stains from tiles using two different methods.
- Ammonia and baking soda can be used to remove ammonia from surfaces
- Non-acid-based tile and Ceramic Cleaners
Baking Soda, Ammonia & Water
This tile-cleaning remedy has almost become a global phenomenon. This method works best if you use it when the stain is still fresh. Here’s what you do:
- Cover the color with a thick layer of baking soda powder
- You can use baking soda and water to make a paste, then apply it directly to older colors.
- After a few moments, wipe the baking soda with a clean, dry cloth.
- Wipe the stain with a non-corrosive, clean cloth.
- If the color is still there, you can mix water with 10% ammonia and use a dampened cloth to wipe it with the mixture.
This method should remove even the toughest acid stains from your tiles with little or no damage to the tile surface.
pH-balanced Ceramic Surface Cleaners
Non-corrosive and acid-free liquid cleaners for ceramic surfaces are pH-balanced. You can use these cleaning agents to remove acid stains and other hard stains. They are good not only for your tiles but also for the environment.
What to do with acid stains after using these cleaning liquids:
- Mix the juice according to the instructions of the manufacturer with water
- Apply the juice with a soft, bristled brush.
- Allow the solution to sit for 15 seconds, then wipe it off with a clean, dry cloth.
- Repeat the process until the stain disappears.
Stains are common in kitchen and bathroom areas. Colors can be caused by water, soap residue, or dust. You can avoid using corrosive materials and cleaning methods by cleaning regularly. Keep your tiles looking shiny and clean for longer by cleaning them regularly with warm water and mild detergent.
