Commercial tile floors are designed with withstand heavy foot traffic, wear, and spills, but over time, they show signs of dirt build up, stains, and dullness. Regular sweeping and mopping are important to maintain appearance, but not enough to remove the embedded grime and restore the tiles original shine.
Tile floors tend to collect dirt in the grout lines, pores, and grooves. Whether your tiles are natural stone, ceramic, porcelain, or non-slip tiles, they can experience dirt build up quickly, especially in busy commercial spaces. Without deep cleaning, your tiled floors will start looking dirty, tired, and patchy. Deep cleaning is important for:
Professional cleaning services follow a number of steps to restore your tile floors to their original shine, extending the lifespan of the flooring. These steps include:
Your floor is assessed to determine the type, grout condition, and level of dirt. Different materials require different tools and solutions. If your commercial tile floors are natural stone, they need pH neutral products, while ceramic tiles can tolerate stronger cleaning solutions. This assessment reduces the risk of damage, especially on delicate and textured flooring.
The second step is to use an industrial-grade vacuum cleaner to remove any loose debris, dust, and grit from the tiles and the grouting. This is important to ensure that even the finest particles are removed rather than spread, preparing the tile flooring for the cleaning solution.
Based on the initial survey, a suitable cleaning product will be applied, based on the material and the soiling your tiles have. Tile cleaning solutions can include:
The solution is allowed to sit on the tiles for a few minutes before agitating, giving it time to break down dirt and grease.
The professional cleaning company will use floor scrubbers, rotary machines, or oscillating pads to agitate the tile surface, helping lift embedded dirt from the tiles and grout. The equipment used is determined by your tiles and grouting, such as using rotating brush machines for textures tiles and grout brushes to eliminate dirt from grout lines.
After agitation, the professional cleaner will use a hot water extraction machine to rise away the cleaning solution, along with the dirt. This removes any residue, important to ensure that new dirt is not attracted quickly. If your commercial tile floor is heavily soiled or is in a hygiene-critical environment, the cleaning company may use steam cleaning, helping to break down dirt, while sanitising the floor.
A final rinse is done to ensure any remaining residue is effectively removed. In some cases, high speed air movers may be used to speed up the drying process. This is concluded with a final inspection to ensure floor safety and the highest cleaning results.
Deep cleaning your commercial tile floors is more than a cosmetic clean, it's important to protect your flooring, improve health and safety, while maintaining hygiene. With the right techniques, your tiles will look cleaner and brighter. Contact Sloane Cleaning today and see how we can help you keep your commercial tile floor looking impressive for years to come.