{"id":28,"date":"2014-06-21T21:15:31","date_gmt":"2014-06-21T21:15:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/?page_id=28"},"modified":"2025-07-14T17:31:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T17:31:05","slug":"tile-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/tile-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Tile Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1ei5k-ce92275f26ab08247a3850a1aee14e22\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-1ei5k-ce92275f26ab08247a3850a1aee14e22{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-1ei5k-ce92275f26ab08247a3850a1aee14e22 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-1ei5k-ce92275f26ab08247a3850a1aee14e22 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-1ei5k-ce92275f26ab08247a3850a1aee14e22 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Bathroom <span class='special_amp'>&amp;<\/span> Kitchen Tile Tips<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-ant88-7fa07b72589d3bcb1ba744997e413098\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-ant88-7fa07b72589d3bcb1ba744997e413098 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-ant88-7fa07b72589d3bcb1ba744997e413098 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Here at Italics Tile &#038; Stone, we specialize in tile sales and installation services for bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, outdoor areas, and more. We serve both residential and commercial clients throughout <a href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/marin-ca\/\">Marin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/oakland-ca\/\">Oakland<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/berkeley-ca\/\">Berkeley<\/a>, and the surrounding areas of California. We want you to be completely satisfied and happy with your product for years to come. Please check out these tips to keep your bathroom or kitchen tile or stone product in optimal condition in the future.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='flex_column av-zvuc-3af7d9f90c73ce41dda0ad4b1f719365 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2bp50-b42f2f2dfd01568d174d7a3c89bb2130\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-2bp50-b42f2f2dfd01568d174d7a3c89bb2130{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-2bp50-b42f2f2dfd01568d174d7a3c89bb2130 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-2bp50-b42f2f2dfd01568d174d7a3c89bb2130 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-2bp50-b42f2f2dfd01568d174d7a3c89bb2130 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-3  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-linked-heading'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  ><a class=\"av-heading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/products\/porcelain-ceramic\/\" >Porcelain Tile<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-8sd54-1a845d842eb41839a5314b2f00973be2\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-8sd54-1a845d842eb41839a5314b2f00973be2 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-8sd54-1a845d842eb41839a5314b2f00973be2 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Most glazed tiles require a regular cleaning schedule with an acid free detergent, soft cloth and clean water. Frequent changing of the water will prevent dirty mop water build up in textured areas of the glaze and the grout lines. We recommend cleaning <a href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/products\/porcelain-ceramic\/\">porcelain tile<\/a> with MORE Stone &#038; Tile Cleaner, available in our showrooms.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-7v52s-19a5dbf910fb5fe00b9ef9d2c5a63936 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_half  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1h0a0-9ad8bb2e9d0319a126feb09746e640a4\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-1h0a0-9ad8bb2e9d0319a126feb09746e640a4{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-1h0a0-9ad8bb2e9d0319a126feb09746e640a4 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-1h0a0-9ad8bb2e9d0319a126feb09746e640a4 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-1h0a0-9ad8bb2e9d0319a126feb09746e640a4 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-6  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-linked-heading'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  ><a class=\"av-heading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/products\/stone-tile\/\" >Natural Stone Tile<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-71gy0-893159159153148773e7121d6e550862\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-71gy0-893159159153148773e7121d6e550862 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-71gy0-893159159153148773e7121d6e550862 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>To protect stone floors, walls and counters, we recommend using a penetrating sealer such as MORE Premium Stone Sealer PRIOR to grouting. Care must be taken to avoid cleaning natural stone tiles with harsh or abrasive cleaners, especially those that contain phosphoric or glycolic acids. Be aware that acidic materials such as vinegar and lemon juice can etch some stone surfaces such as limestone. For superior <a href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/products\/stone-tile\/\">stone tile<\/a> maintenance, we recommend MORE Stone &#038; Tile Cleaner, available in our showrooms. Occasional deep cleaning may be required to restore and maintain the stone\u2019s original finish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-6hnd4-34d72b68d58c5290d5455d23c44945f9 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5lqoc-c46f9f740741ef18efd5e9f7d212f210\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-5lqoc-c46f9f740741ef18efd5e9f7d212f210{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-5lqoc-c46f9f740741ef18efd5e9f7d212f210 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-5lqoc-c46f9f740741ef18efd5e9f7d212f210 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-5lqoc-c46f9f740741ef18efd5e9f7d212f210 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-9  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-linked-heading'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  ><a class=\"av-heading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/products\/porcelain-ceramic\/\" >Glazed Ceramic Tile<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4v3q4-36961287f5fd7c2db2924af2eda25b74\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-4v3q4-36961287f5fd7c2db2924af2eda25b74 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-4v3q4-36961287f5fd7c2db2924af2eda25b74 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Most glazed ceramic wall tiles do not require sealing. However, crackled (or crazed) ceramics should be treated with a penetrating sealer prior to grouting to prevent staining. Periodic resealing is necessary for crazed ceramics in wet areas such as showers. Regular cleaning with gentle soap that contains no acids and a soft cloth is recommended for ceramic tiles. Avoid the use of cleaners that contain phosphoric or glycolic acids.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-4ckwk-462b3b3d41b8a54ed333ce922b96cf3b av_one_half  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3tam4-b8e0e6f7d78cf80cf34fa6bbf6ba7187\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-3tam4-b8e0e6f7d78cf80cf34fa6bbf6ba7187{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-3tam4-b8e0e6f7d78cf80cf34fa6bbf6ba7187 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-3tam4-b8e0e6f7d78cf80cf34fa6bbf6ba7187 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-3tam4-b8e0e6f7d78cf80cf34fa6bbf6ba7187 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-12  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-linked-heading'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  ><a class=\"av-heading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/products\/glass-tile\/\" >Glass Tile<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-37ws8-57b9fe631a4f86b470c89cd615a85c17\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-37ws8-57b9fe631a4f86b470c89cd615a85c17 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-37ws8-57b9fe631a4f86b470c89cd615a85c17 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Glossy glass tiles require simple regular cleaning with products designed for glass. Use a soft lint free cloth for cleaning and polishing. Never use abrasive cleaners or pads on matte or glossy glass tiles. Sanded or matte glass must be thoroughly degreased and cleaned with denatured alcohol using a soft lint-free cloth. Murphy\u2019s oil soap can be used to restore the luster on sanded or matte surfaces.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><div  class='hr av-2yweg-8724ab85b3d9caa0a8d019d05a0baa18 hr-default  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_heading '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/p>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-vicw-ca3da3065d631baa50710c934ff054a6\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-vicw-ca3da3065d631baa50710c934ff054a6{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-vicw-ca3da3065d631baa50710c934ff054a6 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-vicw-ca3da3065d631baa50710c934ff054a6 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-vicw-ca3da3065d631baa50710c934ff054a6 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_textblock '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >How to Clean Kitchen Tile<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1bnu8-8268d9dda51020412e9bbf1f438e4209\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-1bnu8-8268d9dda51020412e9bbf1f438e4209 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-1bnu8-8268d9dda51020412e9bbf1f438e4209 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>An easy, hassle-free way to clean your kitchen tile is gathering three ingredients that you may even have at home already. The three ingredients are hydrogen peroxide, dish soap, and baking soda. Start by mixing a cup of baking soda with half a cup of hydrogen peroxide. Then add two teaspoons of dish soap and mix well. Use a small spoon to spread the cleaning solution you made into the grout around your kitchen and let it sit for ten minutes. After that, you can use a brush to scrub your kitchen tile! Cleaning brushes work best because they are bigger and you can cover more surface area, but a toothbrush would work too. Let the solution dry and then sweep or vacuum up what is left on the kitchen tile. To finish off the process take a damp rag or a mop and wipe your kitchen tile clean.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-19940-3ff6234f69c116b406a7f098fe4c6979\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-19940-3ff6234f69c116b406a7f098fe4c6979{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-19940-3ff6234f69c116b406a7f098fe4c6979 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-19940-3ff6234f69c116b406a7f098fe4c6979 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-19940-3ff6234f69c116b406a7f098fe4c6979 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Installation Tips<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-y3ho-2af9399a4648fcaab55968a418ae6473\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-y3ho-2af9399a4648fcaab55968a418ae6473 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-y3ho-2af9399a4648fcaab55968a418ae6473 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Rectified versus Pressed, which is for me? This depends on how close you would like your grout joint and how modern a look you would like. A rectifed tile means that it is saw cut on all four edges, and allows for a tighter grout joint. We recommend at least a 2mm grout joint for all rectified tiles, and most factories recommend you stagger your rectified tiles at the 1\/3rd point of each tile if setting rectangular tiles.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-1260o-515856a12f5c4554523f73c0844c0326 hr-default  avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_heading '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-kcukwgdm-1b0d5e2147b5fa9cb9346dcc8b38d7c2\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-kcukwgdm-1b0d5e2147b5fa9cb9346dcc8b38d7c2{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-kcukwgdm-1b0d5e2147b5fa9cb9346dcc8b38d7c2 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-kcukwgdm-1b0d5e2147b5fa9cb9346dcc8b38d7c2 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-kcukwgdm-1b0d5e2147b5fa9cb9346dcc8b38d7c2 av-special-heading-h2  avia-builder-el-20  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_textblock '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >CONTACT US TODAY FOR TILE INSTALLATION IN THE MARIN, OAKLAND <span class='special_amp'>&amp;<\/span> BERKELEY, CA AREA<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1bnu8-2-eac78344eb47f638a4b1a03b3d5bb330\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-1bnu8-2-eac78344eb47f638a4b1a03b3d5bb330 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-1bnu8-2-eac78344eb47f638a4b1a03b3d5bb330 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>If you have any questions, count on the friendly professionals at Italics Tile &#038; Stone! With our wide selections of bathroom and kitchen tiles available, it can be hard to choose which material and style are right for your space. Whether you call or come into one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/italics.org\/v2\/locations\/\">showrooms<\/a>, we can answer your queries and help guide you to the perfect tile choice. We proudly provide tile sales and installation service to clients throughout the Marin, Berkeley, and Oakland, CA areas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-1260o-1-5a884202b3cf9104b4a9812c01d77eda hr-default  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-28","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Porcelain, Stone &amp; 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