How to Enhance Gloss on Glazed Floor Tile

by Philip Smith Inbound Marketing Manager

Glossy floors are smooth and easy to clean. You can easily run broom or vacuum over it. Apart from that, gloss on the floor adds to the overall look and feel of a room. Glossy floor appear brighter, shinier, and cleaner. Rooms with glossy floor appear larger.

Most new glazed tiles are smooth and shiny. The glaze protects the tile from stains and pronounces a great deal of convenience in cleaning and maintenance. There is no denying that every tile – no matter which brand and what level of care is provided – loses its smoothness and shine over a period of time.

If you want to add gloss to your glazed tile surface, here are some of the useful tiles to follow –

Remove everything from the floor. This includes furniture, rugs, mats, and appliances.
Clean the floor; vacuum and wash and rinse the floor. Allow the floor to dry completely.
Take refined vinegar and lukewarm water in equal parts.
Apply the solution to the entire floor using a brush or sponge. Make sure the brush or sponge is soft and does not scratch the surface.
Rub the tiles and grout lines with the brush/sponge.
When the solutions turns muddy, change it.
Clean and rinse the floor. Dry it with an old, but clean and dry towel.
Take the gloss sealer in a dish and start applying it over the floor with the help of a clean, lint-free cloth piece. Begin this exercise from the corner of the room.
Apply the gloss in straight lines, not in arcs.
Let it rest until dry.
Apply more gloss coating, as needed.

There you have it. Always check the suitability of the gloss polish for your tile material beforehand. It will save your investment and hard work.

This gloss always wears off with time and usage. You will need to repeat this process, once this layer starts deteriorating.

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