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Wednesday, 20 January 2016

Are you about to give up on your ugly grout and tiles?

Wednesday, January 20, 2016 – by Art of Clean

Here at the Art of Clean we can make your tiles, Natural stone and grout look like new. And with regular cleaning they will stay looking new for longer.

The problem with grout, is that it's recessed and very porous, so dirt, dust and bacteria particles turn your clean grout into streaks of dirty lines.

We use the very latest materials, cleaning techniques and equipment which will remove dirt and smells and restore your tile and stone floors.

We offer another integral part of the process to seal the grout which will protect it from future day to day spills and dirt.

The 4 basic types of tile

Ceramic Tile - is a man made clay fired material and can be glazed or remain neutral. A glazed ceramic tile has the added bonus of being protected by the glaze itself, but over time the glaze will deteriorate and and the tile will become porous. Professional cleaning and sealing will restore the tile to a like-new condition.

Porcelain Tile - are also made from natural clay with a durable glaze. Finely ground sand is also added to the mixture, which is then pressed and fired at a much higher temperature than ceramic tiles, which removes almost all the water content. Porcelain tiles are particularly resistant to chemical agents, scratches and the absorption of water. This makes it an ideal paving floors and public places.

Quarry Tile and Paver Brick - quarry tiles are an unglazed ceramic material and have long been known for the exceptional durability, practicality and natural beauty and are used extensively in domestic, commercial and demanding industrial applications.

A feature of quarry tiles is they have a very low absorbency of water which allows for rapid drying. Any application of of protecting treatment should be carried out when the floor is completely dried. The processes and products are different depending on whether the material is laid indoors or out.

Terracotta Tile or Saltillo Tile - is made by mixing clay and water and leaving it to dry naturally and finally baking it in a kiln. The characteristics of Saltillo Tile demand a special treatment. The unique properties are to do with absorption, types of finishes and with the different types of clay.

Art of Clean is a specialist cleaning firm in:

Wood Floor Sanding,

Stone floor Cleaning,

Carpet Cleaning,

Rug Cleaning,

Upholstery Cleaning

Leather Furniture Cleaning,

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Working for domestic or commercial clients throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire.

For more information on our services contact our friendly team on 01223 863632 or email us at info@artofclean.co.uk

Monday, 15 December 2014

Steer clear of cheap Terracotta floor tiles

Monday, December 15, 2014 – by Art of Clean

Terracotta is a traditional product created from the the elements of nature - Earth, Fire and Water. Terracotta has been used for millennia, most famously to create the Terracotta Army - the burial protectors of the first Emperor of China back around 210-209 BCE.

Quality terracotta floors can last more than a lifetime, but not all terracotta tiles are made equally so be sure to do your homework before you make a commit to making the investment.

What to look for?

Price - although price cannot always be an indicator of quality you can be assured that businesses that have an "Amazingly Low Price" will also have amazingly low quality. These tiles will likely be bulked out with other substances to keep production costs low. Grit and sawdust are most commonly used bulking products, these will greatly reduce the tiles durability and will develop cracks, and chip easily when objects are dropped on them.
Weight - Cheaper terracotta tiles are made using liquid clay that is full of small bubbles. Handmade and high quality terracotta tiles are made using dense lumps of clay to fill the mould, the density of these will give it much more weight. Bubbles in the tiles will create a honeycombe effect in the tile makes it much weaker.
Handmade - Handmade terracotta tiles will be traditionally created using good quality, pure clay. You can tell apart handmade tiles by taking a closer look at them - straight uniform edges and smooth glass like surface indicate mass production.

Find handmade quality Terracotta tiles at Norfolk Pamments

Or find quality Terracotta tiles at Fired Earth, found locally on Christ's Lane, Cambridge.

Once you have your beautiful floor remember - regular maintenance and annual cleaning and protection are important to preserve the longevity of your floor.