Restoring Chruch Floor Tiles

These beautiful Quarry tiled floors belong to a 13th century church in the heart of the old village of Frankton. I did some research on the internet and discovered that the church had gone through a major restoration in 1872 so it's most probable the tiles date back to that time. Cleaning Read more...

Victorian Quarry Tiled Church Floor Refurbished in Frankton

These beautiful Quarry tiled floors belong to a 13th century church in the heart of the old village of Frankton. I did some research on the internet and discovered that the church had gone through a major restoration in 1872 so it's most probable the tiles date back to that time. Cleaning Victorian Tiles There were multiple quarry tiled floors that were all in need of a deep clean and seal; however there was concern that cleaning the tiles using conventional cleaning methods requiring a lot Read more...

Removing Limescale From Ceramic Tiles

The photographs below are taken from a house in the old market town of Basingstoke which is now the largest town in Hampshire. I was asked to address a very severe case of Limescale build-up in a shower cubicle. The wall tiles were Ceramic and a shocking amount of Limescale had deposited itself Read more...

Limescale Removed From Ceramic Tiles in Basingstoke Shower Cubicle

The photographs below are taken from a house in the old market town of Basingstoke which is now the largest town in Hampshire. I was asked to address a very severe case of Limescale build-up in a shower cubicle. The wall tiles were Ceramic and a shocking amount of Limescale had deposited itself on them and the shower tray over the years; the owners were going to have to replace everything if Tile Doctor could not come to the rescue! The photos below really demonstrate the extent of the Read more...

Restoring Travertine Hallway Tiles

The photographs below are taken from a house in the old market town of Basingstoke which is now the largest town in Hampshire. I was asked to address a very severe case of Limescale build-up in a shower cubicle. The wall tiles were Ceramic and a shocking amount of Limescale had deposited itself on them and the shower tray over the years; the owners were going to have to replace everything if Tile Doctor could not come to the rescue! The photos below really demonstrate the extent of the problem and needless to say the Gauntlet had been laid down and I was ready for a challenge!

Cleaning a Ceramic tiled shower cubicle

My first task was to provide the Ceramic tiled walls with an initial clean. I did this by firstly mixing a diluted solution of the high alkaline cleaner known as Tile Doctor Pro Clean and then applying this on the tiles and leaving it to dwell for a while before scrubbing it in by hand in order to remove any surface dirt and scum. This was then washed off and I set my mind to the main task at hand: the Limescale removal.

Removing Limescale from a Ceramic Tiled Shower Cubicle

To remove the Limescale it is necessary to apply an acidic product. However, there is an issue for homeowners that most products readily available on the market come in a liquid form, which of course simply drips down the tile, and therefore does not work to the best of its abilities. Fortunately, Tile Doctor recently launched a new product by the name of Acid Gel. Since it's in a gel form it stays put on the surface and does not evaporate or dry out too quickly. This allows it time to break down the Limescale and other difficult stains. Acid Gel was thus applied to the affected areas and left to dwell for a short while. I then scrubbed it deeply into the tile and grout lines, and follow up with an application of steam to tackle the stubborn areas and help the Acid Gel to tackle the Limescale.


The results were absolutely fantastic, and even the shower tray - which was in a very poor state indeed - came up very clean. Needless to say, my client was very pleased that they now do not have to replace the shower!


Source: Tile, Stone and Grout Cleaning Service in Hampshire

Travertine Tiled Floor Deep Cleaned and Resealed in Dunmow

Recently I worked on a house in the historic market town of Dunmow, Essex. My client had a Travertine tiled floor in dire need of some professional maintenance. Specifically, my client requested a deep clean, with special attention paid to the grouting, along with a fresh seal. Unlike a polished stone floor - which would require a process known as 'burnishing' - this Travertine floor required a fairly straightforward liquid cleaning process, using some professional products to fully restore Read more...

Restoring Cracked Travertine Conservatory Floor

Recently I worked on a house in the historic market town of Dunmow, Essex. My client had a Travertine tiled floor in dire need of some professional maintenance. Specifically, my client requested a deep clean, with special attention paid to the grouting, along with a fresh seal. Unlike a polished Read more...

Replace Portions of Broken Porcelain Tile Flooring

Porcelain tile flooring is an excellent choice for your home. Porcelain tiles are made from a mixture of clay and crushed stone. The material is fired under extremely high temperatures to produce extremely dense tiles. Although they may appear delicate, porcelain tiles are amongst the most resilient. With proper care, your porcelain tiled floor can last several years. If your tiles should break, it is best to replace the broken portions as soon as possible. If the repair is delayed, it can allow moisture into your floor. Broken porcelain tiles are also sharp and can cause severe cuts. Extract the broken tiles and replace with new tiles of the same style. This will restore uniformity to your floor.

What You'll Need

• Replacement tiles
• Grout saw
• Chisel
• Hammer
• Putty knife
• Stiff-bristle brush
• Tile adhesive
• Grout
• Grout float
• Sponge
• Water
• Mild detergent
• Dust mask
• Rag

Step 1 – Remove Grout

Wear a dust mask and take your grout saw and cut into the grout along the tile edges. Begin along one edge. Cut in a back and forth manner. Cut steadily and scrape the grout as you saw. It is best to work your saw in short movements. This allows you to apply firm, steady pressure. Be careful not to damage the adjacent tiles as you saw and scrape. Once you’ve cut through the grout on one side, move to another edge. Work this way all around the broken tiles until you’ve scraped off most of the grout.

Step 2 – Dislodge the Broken Tiles

Place the tip of your chisel at one point along the edge of the broken tile. Position the chisel tip underneath the tile. Take a hammer and gently tap the chisel from the back. Tap a few times until you feel the chisel tip make some slight entry underneath the tile. Extract the chisel tip and move about 3 inches away from your first point. Perform the same activity with the chisel tip and hammer. Work all around the broken tile in this way. Eventually, you should be able to insert the chisel underneath the tile and dislodge it from the sub-floor. Remove all the broken tiles in this way.

Step 3 – Clean and Install New Tile

Use a putty knife to scrape away mortar from the site cleared of the damaged tiles. Brush away dirt and debris with a stiff bristle brush. Wipe the site with a damp rag and allow it to air-dry.

Spread tile adhesive evenly, about 1/8 inch thick, onto the back of the new tile. Place the tile in the empty spot. Press firmly all around the tile so that it attaches properly. Allow the newly installed tiles to set through the night.

Step 4 – Apply Grout

Use a grout float to apply grout along the joints of the new tiles. Wait about 10 minutes for the grout to begin to cure. Wipe away excess grout with a damp sponge. This helps to prevent haze. Allow the grout to cure completely for 24 hours. Clean the grout lines with a soft cloth and mild detergent mixed with water. Dampen a sponge with plain water, wring and wipe away the soap.

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Cracked Limestone Conservatory Floor Restored in Grafton Underwood

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Restoring a Victorian Tiled Floor

Details below of a Victorian tiled floor that we cleaned and sealed at a house in Hale, Cheshire, you can see from the photographs below how poor a condition it was in however the tiles were structurally sound so we set about restoring it. Victorian Floor Deep Cleaning The tiles were covered Read more...

Restoring Cracked Limestone Conservatory Floor

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Cleaning and Sealing a Victorian Quarry Tiled Hallway Floor in Stamford

This hallway floor was actually at a house in the town of Stamford which is just over the northern border of Northamptonshire and slightly out of my area; however I was recommended to the owner by another client which is always welcome and a testimonial in itself. I work right across the county so it wasn't long before I was in the general area and arranged a visit to carry out an inspection of the Victorian Quarry tiled floor and provide a quote for a full restoration. The owner of the Read more...

Victorian Tile Cleaning in Shepperton

Details below of a Victorian tiled floor we did recently in in St Margaret's, Shepperton. The floor had not been maintained for a while and was in need of a mechanical scrub clean and a new seal, building and renovations have been on-going for some time and so in some areas there was a lot of Read more...

An Alternative Way Dealing With Missing Victorian

Here's a job I completed just before Christmas last year, at a house in Northampton which has a rich history and mix of architectural styles. The run up to Christmas is always popular as people try to get their household projects finished off in time for celebrating the festive season with Read more...

Restoring a Victorian Quarry Tiled Hallway in Northampton

Here's a job I completed just before Christmas last year, at a house in Northampton which has a rich history and mix of architectural styles. The run up to Christmas is always popular as people try to get their household projects finished off in time for celebrating the festive season with family so this is always a busy time for Tile Doctor. The photos below show a neglected Victorian Quarry tiled floor in need of repair, with cracked tiles along the edges. These were caused by somebody in Read more...

Restoring Victorian Hallway Tiles

Here's a job I completed just before Christmas last year, at a house in Northampton which has a rich history and mix of architectural styles. The run up to Christmas is always popular as people try to get their household projects finished off in time for celebrating the festive season with family so this is always a busy time for Tile Doctor. The photos below show a neglected Victorian Quarry tiled floor in need of repair, with cracked tiles along the edges. These were caused by somebody in the past using brute force to remove carpet gripper rods which had been glued to the tiles. These cracks were present around the edges of the entire hallway, however; this particular type of tile is very hard to get hold of. Furthermore, it is a costly process to replace the tiles as the skirting boards would have had to have been removed.


As well as the physical issues the floor had a dull appearance due to the build-up of builder's dust and the general wearing down of the paintwork over time. I agreed with the client that the best course of action would be to fill the tiles, and paint the damaged tiles using a colour that matched as close as possible. Many of my Tile Doctor colleagues would disagree with this approach opting to source the correct tile and rebuild the damaged section however unfortunately in this case we didn’t have the time or the budget.

Cleaning and Repairing a Victorian Quarry tiled floor

My first action was to use a brush and vacuum to remove as much loose debris and dust as possible. I followed this by agitating the tiles with a dilution of Tile Doctor Pro Clean which is a strong alkaline product and safe to use on tile and stone. I use a combination of a coarse burnishing pad fitted to a rotary machine and hand held brushes, in order to get the floor clean. The resulting slurry was then rinsed and removed using a wet vacuum. This process was repeated twice followed by a thorough rinse to ensure any trace of cleaning agent had been removed and the floor neutralised.


As this was such an old property, I then used a steamer to heat up the tiles in order to draw out any contaminants and assist with the drying process. I installed a fan to dry the floor before starting repairs, mixing up some coloured grout and filling all holes and cracks along the edges, including the doormat area.


I allowed the coloured grout to dry overnight, before hand painting the black and Terracotta tiles. These were then given time to dry (about a couple of hours). Following this, I carefully painted in the other colours: brown and cream. The overall effect was quite convincing and you had to look very closely to notice.

Sealing a Victorian Quarry tiled floor

Due to the fact that there were other tradesmen working in the house at the time, the floors were sheeted up to protect from additional dust and muck. I then left the house for a week, allowing the floor ample time to dry completely in preparation for sealing. Upon my return, I took damp meter readings, and once satisfied with the dryness of the tiles, I began the sealing process with the impregnating, colour-enhancing sealer Tile Doctor Colour Grow. The sealer provides both durable surface protection and an aesthetically pleasing matte finish. The below photos show how the product has enriched the colours with the two coats applied.


The process of restoring this wonderful Victorian Quarry tiled floor was certainly time consuming, but very rewarding. I am exceptionally pleased with the results myself, and my client couldn't have been happier and I’m sure the newly revitalised hallway will have been a talking point for all their visitors during the Christmas break.


Source: Tile, Stone and Grout Restoration Service in Northamptonshire

Restoring 1930 Victorian Tiles in Hinckley

This Victorian Tiled hallway floor was installed in a house in Hinckley near Coventry and dated back to the 1930s. The floor was covered in grout haze, plaster and other substances I couldn't identify so although structurally intact not in good cosmetically. Cleaning a Victorian Tiled Hallway Read more...

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Victorian Tile Refresh

This classic Victorian tiled floor was installed in the hallway of a house in the town of Weeping Cross, Staffordshire. The floor was in pretty good condition but had become dull and was in need of a deep clean to put some life back in the tiles, there was also evidence an old adhesive around Read more...

Full Victorian Floor Restoration

This job was a full restoration of a Victorian tiled floor that had been hidden under those thin adhesive backed lino tiles (see photo below) in the hallway of a house in Sutton Coldfield. Restoring Victorian Floor Tiles The first job was to remove the vinyl tiles which being stuck onto the Read more...

Tiled Floor Restored In Morecambe With Quick And Effective Grout Colouring

Details below of a Grout colouring job I recently completed at a house in Morecambe. In this instance, the grout had become stained, and my client was no longer happy with it. There are a number of reasons grout can lose its appearance including the build-up of mould in damp and unvented areas, staining from liquids accidentally spilt on the floor and surprisingly if you have a coloured grout it can lose its colour due to the bleach found in common types of household cleaning products. Grout Read more...

Full Restoration of a Victorian Tiled Hallway Floor in Cardiff

Never give up is how I would describe this job!!! I initially surveyed the floor in this Cardiff kitchen in November 2014 and finally completed it and the end of February 2015 working on it off and on as I searched for right tiles to match the existing. On my survey the Victorian tiled floor which the customer was hoping to restore was covered over by ceramic tiles which the customer agreed to remove before my next visit so I could carry out a cleaning sample. Additionally there was an area Read more...

Restoring A Stained Limestone Tiled Kitchen Floor in Cardiff

The following post is follows on from the Limestone tiled kitchen floor restoration I recently completed in Cardiff. You may recall that the floor had not been maintained properly since it was first installed in 2008 and one of the key problems I had to deal with during that particular restoration was a number of dark stains left on the tiles by the kitchen dustbin. Here's a detailed account of how I tacked the staining. Cleaning a stained Limestone tiled floor To deal with the stains, I Read more...

Grout Staining: Tricks and Techniques

Grout staining is a technique used to recolor grout, reseal or refresh it. This technique is better than having to go back and grout an entire surface all over again. Grout staining enhances the grout longevity and is great for remodeling.  

Applying Grout Staining

The existing grout needs to be cleaned with a cleaner that will remove dirt. Grout stain can be applied with a toothbrush or a grout brush applicator. The key is to wipe the excess stain away from the tile as you apply it. The grout stain will penetrate into the surface.

Staining on Natural Stone

If you are going to stain on porcelain or ceramic tiles, the extra stain can be wiped off. For natural stones, the stain can be absorbed into the tile. If you are grouting a natural stone, it is best to seal it well using a penetrating sealer beforehand, so that excess stain can be wiped off.

Epoxy Grout Stain

Using an epoxy grout stain is recommended since it is not oil or solvent based. It can be cleaned with soap and water. It is water resistant and leaves grout looking natural instead of painted.

Grout staining is a technique used to recolor grout, reseal or refresh it. This technique is better than having to go back and grout an entire surface all over again. Grout staining enhances the grout longevity and is great for remodeling.  

Applying Grout Staining

The existing grout needs to be cleaned with a cleaner that will remove dirt. Grout stain can be applied with a toothbrush or a grout brush applicator. The key is to wipe the excess stain away from the tile as you apply it. The grout stain will penetrate into the surface.

Staining on Natural Stone

If you are going to stain on porcelain or ceramic tiles, the extra stain can be wiped off. For natural stones, the stain can be absorbed into the tile. If you are grouting a natural stone, it is best to seal it well using a penetrating sealer beforehand, so that excess stain can be wiped off.

Epoxy Grout Stain

Using an epoxy grout stain is recommended since it is not oil or solvent based. It can be cleaned with soap and water. It is water resistant and leaves grout looking natural instead of painted.

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Victorian Tile Cleaning in Middlesex

Details below of a Victorian tiled porch in Twickenham which was ingrained with dirt and in need of a deep clean, there was also evidence of paint splashes from decorating work which would also need to be removed. Cleaning Victorian Tiles We set about cleaning the Victorian tile using a steamer Read more...

Cleaning a Terracotta tiled floor in East-Sussex

The photograph below is from a Victorian tiled floor that we recently restored in the seaside town of Brighton. The house owner discovered the tiles under carpet and after realising what a beautiful and original feature they were decided to have them restored and so called in Tile Doctor. The Read more...

Unmaintained French Limestone Tiled Kitchen Floor Restored in Cardiff

This customer from the historic city of Cardiff was keen to see what Tile Doctor could do to put some life back into their treasured Limestone kitchen floor that was laid in 2008. My first observations were mainly centred on the horrific condition of the surface which although adequately sealed initially the floor had not received any subsequent maintenance and its condition had deteriorated over time. The light shining in from the patio doors highlighted all the imperfections in the floor Read more...

The Importance of Sealing Limestone Tiled Floors

This customer from the historic city of Cardiff was keen to see what Tile Doctor could do to put some life back into their treasured Limestone kitchen floor that was laid in 2008. My first observations were mainly centred on the horrific condition of the surface which although adequately sealed Read more...

Removing Stubborn stains from neglected Victorian Tile

The photograph below is from a Victorian tiled hallway floor that we were asked to restore in the historic town of Towcester, Northamptonshire; the owner wanted the tiles restored as an original feature. You can see from the photograph below how dull and neglected the tiles were so we had our Read more...

Removing Glue from Victorian Tile

The owner of this Victorian tiled bathroom floor in Horncastle had tried scrubbing and scraping these tiles will little to show for it, in the end after spending hours on this cold floor and trying lots of different products he was fed up and it still looked less than satisfactory. The tiles Read more...

Mosaic Tiled Pool Deep Cleaned in the New Forest

Here's a quick account of a Mosaic tiled pool cleaning I completed in the grounds of a grand house situated in the New Forest which is a national park on the west side of Hampshire. Mosaic tiles have been in use for thousands of years and are a popular choice for swimming pools, the tiles used in this pool were glazed ceramic which are very hard wearing and don't generally need that much maintenance. My client had just drained the pool in order to repair some cracked tiles, and so took the Read more...

Dull Slate Tiled Kitchen Floor Restored In Henley-On-Thames

These photographs below are of a Slate Tiled Kitchen floor taken at a customer's house in Henley-on-Thames which, as its name suggests, sits alongside the River Thames in Oxfordshire. My client's Slate kitchen floor had recently been cleaned with unsuitable cleaning products which I suspect impacted the sealer leaving it looking dull. Sealers really to improve the look of a stone floor so unsurprisingly once the sealer had been damaged my client had been unable to find a cleaning product Read more...

Restoring a Slate Tiled Kitchen Floor

These photographs below are of a Slate Tiled Kitchen floor taken at a customer's house in Henley-on-Thames which, as its name suggests, sits alongside the River Thames in Oxfordshire. My client's Slate kitchen floor had recently been cleaned with unsuitable cleaning products which I suspect Read more...

Grout Repair for Stains

When maintaining the overall aesthetic appeal of your flooring, you may need to perform grout repair from time to time. Grout is susceptible to spills and stains, and leaving these flaws to sit on the grout for any length of time can lead to the eventual ruin of your tile floor’s beauty. When stains have become extremely tough to remove, you may be left with no other choice but to remove the stained grout and replace it. To avoid completely replacing your grout, performing grout repair once in a while is your best option.

Clean the Grout

Cleaning the grout is the first step in performing grout repairs. You may have to scrub into the grout lines to take away all dirt and grime that has wedged itself into the grout surface. You may use a special grout cleaner to soften the dirt before scrubbing, or you can make your own solution out of water and baking soda. A mild house cleanser may also be used. Remember to rinse completely with clean water afterwards.

Never use abrasive and heavy cleaning solutions when performing grout repair. Heavy cleaners can result to damage, not only in your grout, but also your tile.

Apply Grout Colorant

Sometimes, regular cleaning of the grout can fade its color and make it look dull.  To make your grout look brand new again, you can purchase grout colorant and apply liberally to the grout, but only the grout. Don't stain the tile at the same time.

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Victorian Tile Restoration in Glasgow

This Victorian tiled floor was located in the west end of Glasgow, the owner had discovered the tiles under the carpet and wanted to have them restored as an original feature. When we arrived the floor was still covered in carpet glue, cement, and hessian backing from the carpet that had been Read more...

Victorian Tile Restoration in Oxfordshire

This old Victorian Quarry Tiled Floor was discovered in the basement of a large house in Oxford where they had been covered up for years. There were a couple of dead tiles that have had the tops taken of for some reason but the rest were in a reasonable condition given their age. Restoring Read more...

Limestone Tiled floor cleaned and polished

Photographs below of a job we did restoring the shine on a Limestone tiled floor at a house in the town of Hastings which is down on the south coast of England and well known as the location for that famous battle in 1066. The homeowner wanted an easy to maintain low sheen Limestone floor; we Read more...

Treating a Terracotta Tiled Kitchen Floor for Efflorescence

Here's an interesting job I completed recently in the town of Lymington which is a lovely costal town within the New Forest and on the west side of the Solent. This Terracotta tiled floor was installed in the kitchen and was suffering from an efflorescence issue due to an ongoing leak which Read more...

Removing Efflorescence From a Terracotta Tiled Floor in Lymington

Here's an interesting job I completed recently in the town of Lymington which is a lovely costal town within the New Forest and on the west side of the Solent. This Terracotta tiled floor was installed in the kitchen and was suffering from an efflorescence issue due to an ongoing leak which resulted in the salts in the water becoming deposited on the surface of the tiles as the water evaporated leaving a white bloom on the surface. This process is more commonly known as efflorescence and is Read more...

Grout Colorant Application Suggestions

Adding grout colorant to your project is an easy way to make a unique style and look in any area of your home or business. There are two basic ways in which this can be done. Paint can be added directly to the grout before mixing, or a colorant can be painted along the grout lines.

Mixing Grout Colorant

The best way to obtain the perfect color is to add it in as the grout is being mixed, before it is installed. Remember to stop mixing as soon as the grout mixture begins to crumble. Add the color of your choice and then continue mixing until the grout is colored uniformly and is at the proper consistency. If you need to darken or lighten the color, do so by adding some more of the same colored paint, or by adding a little white.

Painting Grout Colorant

If the grout has already been installed, the grout colorant will have to be painted on with a brush. When doing this, be sure to clean the lines completely and use a sealant stripper before painting if a sealant has been applied. When actually painting the colorant, be sure to cover the entire line, from one edge of the tile to another. If the colorant happens to spill over onto the tiles, wipe it up before it dries so that it comes off easily. Take your time and apply the colorant one section at a time.

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Removing paint from Victorian Tiles

These Victorian tiles at a residence in Glasgow went through a dramatic change after we restored the colours and appearance. You can see from the photograph below the tiles were dull, stained and there was also paint splashes in various places. Cleaning a Victorian Floor Firstly the floor was Read more...

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Magnesium Limestone Floor Polished

The owner of this house in Wandsworth had imported these hard magnesium Limestone tiles direct from Italy and fitted them into a conservatory three years prior; over they years however they had lost their shine and started to go dull and look uninviting. This is fairly normal for polished stone Read more...

Quarry Tiled Kitchen Floor Restored in Stoke-on-Trent

Here's a job I recently completed in the heartland of the English pottery industry, Stoke-on-Trent. In this particular instance I was commissioned by my client to restore the appearance of the Quarry tiled floor in her kitchen which as you can see from the photo below was far from looking it's best. Quarry tiles are typically a very hard wearing stone, but in high traffic areas like a kitchen, even this type of tile will require regular maintenance. Cleaning a Quarry tiled floor My first Read more...

Restoring Limestone Tiled Floor

This Limestone tiled floor hadn't been cleaned properly for 5 years and we were asked to clean and reseal, hopefully you can appreciate the improvement in the photographs. Cleaning Limestone Floor Tiles The first step was to scrub the Limestone tiles with a rotary machine fitted with a black Read more...

Replacing Missing Victorian Tiles

This large entrance hall tiled in Victorian black and white floor tiles in London W2 had been quite badly damaged in the past by having a carpet glued and nailed on to it. Many tiles were broken or missing and those missing had been replaced by cement. Cleaning a Victorian Floor On the first Read more...

Transforming a Quarry Tiled Kitchen Floor

Here's a job I recently completed in the heartland of the English pottery industry, Stoke-on-Trent. In this particular instance I was commissioned by my client to restore the appearance of the Quarry tiled floor in her kitchen which as you can see from the photo below was far from looking it's Read more...

Honest Muscle Required to Clean Victorian Tiles

Set of photographs here from a Victorian Tiled floor for a customer in Balham, South London. They had found the floor under an old carpet, and wanted to restore it. Unfortunately their builders did not listen and didn't bother to put down any protection when they painted, as a result there was Read more...

Acid Washing Quarry Tiles to Restore Appearance

Here's a job I recently completed in the heartland of the English pottery industry, Stoke-on-Trent. In this particular instance I was commissioned by my client to restore the appearance of the Quarry tiled floor in her kitchen which as you can see from the photo below was far from looking it’s best. Quarry tiles are typically a very hard wearing stone, but in high traffic areas like a kitchen, even this type of tile will require regular maintenance.

Cleaning a Quarry tiled floor

My first task, before beginning the restoration, was to remove the kickboards from around the bottom of the kitchen units, to prevent them from being damaged during the process. The next step was to acid wash the tiles using Tile Doctor Grout Clean-Up which was scrubbed into the tiles to remove old grout and plaster that had become stuck to the surface of the tiles at some point in the past. Once this had done its job I rinsed the entire floor with water washing away the excess soiled residue and any trace of acid. The next step was to give the tiles a good clean using Tile Doctor Pro Clean, which is a high alkaline cleaner suitable for use on a range of natural stone floors. This was left to dwell on the tiles for ten minutes, allowing it time to seep into the stone to get underneath - and lift out - the ingrained dirt. I then agitated the solution with a scrubbing brush to remove the muck from the surface of the tiles. The floor was then given another rinse with water, and this was extracted using a wet vacuum.

Sealing a Quarry tiled floor

I left the floor to dry after cleaning for more than 24 hours, making sure that it would be ready for sealing the next day. Upon my return to the house I checked the floor was dry and then sealed the floor using four coats of Tile Doctor Seal & Go, which provides a robust surface seal and a durable low-sheen finish. The product is suitable for use on internal, unsealed, porous surfaces.


The photographs above bears witness to the massive improvement which has been made to the quarry tiles, which has not only completely transformed the look of the tiles but also the appearance of the kitchen.


Source: Quarry Tile Floor Cleaning and Restoration Service in Staffordshire

Limestone Kitchen Floor Restoration

The photographs on the page come from a house in Kensington, London which had recently been decorated. The Limestone Tiled floor was already in need of clean however to make things worse the decorators had managed to get paint splashes on the floor which they had removed using white spirit, this Read more...

Removing Grout Haze Left from Sandstone After Tiling

It's not that uncommon for newly installed tiled floors to suffer from grout haze. This occurs where builder or tiler fails to remove all the excess grout from the surface of the tile after installation. It's not always immediately obvious as the grout has to dry before it shows up and if the tiles are sealed afterward the grout is trapped on the surface of the tile under the sealer which makes it even more difficult to remove. Not too long ago, I was called to address this exact problem Read more...

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Cleaning and Removing Grout Haze from a Quarry Tiled floor

The attached pictures are of a Quarry Tiled floor in a kitchen and family room of a cottage in Kemsing, Kent. The cottage was undergoing a full renovation and extension, and the quarry tiled floor was recently installed, however it was not sealed prior to grouting, and a grey grout haze was now Read more...

Limestone Tiled Floor Stripped and Sealed

Details below of a Limestone tiled floor strip and seal job we did recently for a lady in Wimbledon, South West London. It was a fairly common Limestone problem which had lost its polished appearance and was looking dull. Stripping the Limestone Tiled Floor To resolve we had to stripped back the Read more...

Restoring Badly Stained Victorian Tile

This classic Victorian tiled floor in Kingswood Kitchen; Cheshire was quite dirty and in need of a deep clean. Cleaning this type of floor is bread and butter for a Tile Doctor and so I had every confidence we could clean in and then re-seal it without any complications. Cleaning a Stained Read more...

Sandstone Tiled Floor Treated For Grout Haze in Wappenham

It's not that uncommon for newly installed tiled floors to suffer from grout haze. This occurs where builder or tiler fails to remove all the excess grout from the surface of the tile after installation. It's not always immediately obvious as the grout has to dry before it shows up and if the tiles are sealed afterward the grout is trapped on the surface of the tile under the sealer which makes it even more difficult to remove. Not too long ago, I was called to address this exact problem Read more...

Victorian Design Linoleum Tiles Restored in York

Here's an interesting job I recently completed at a house near the centre of York, the biggest town in North Yorkshire and famous for its Viking history. My client had initially emailed me some pictures of her tiles which, upon first inspection, looked like Black and Red Victorian tiles. This was also the opinion of my client and her friend, who is a builder. The floor had previously been covered by carpet, which was fixed down by adhesive. As such, the newly unveiled floor was in a bit of a Read more...

Applying Premixed Grout on Vinyl Tile

Applying premixed grout to vinyl tile is a task which should be carried out with care. This is especially due to the fact that vinyl tiles are shallower than most other tiles, and so the grout needs to be applied more neatly.

What You'll Need

• Premixed grout
• Bucket
• Warm Water
• Sponge
• Grout float or putty knife

Step 1 - Pour the Premixed Grout

Pour the premixed grout you acquired in a bucket. You do not have to add or mix anything, as it is ready to use. Place it at one of the corners of the room so as to start off from there.

Step 2 - Applying the Grout

Scoop some premixed grout onto a grout float. Afterwards, press it into the line between the vinyl tiles, while trying to avoid having grout fall onto the tile's surface. If you do not have a grout float you may use a putty knife to apply the grout into the grout lines. Press the grout downwards and smoothen it to achieve a neater result. Keep repeating this process until you finish all the floor area.

Step 3 - Removing Excess Grout

The more carefully you applied the grout, the less excess grout you will have to remove. Dip a small sponge in a bucket of warm water and start wiping away any excess grout. Be careful not to wet the grout as it will ruin all your work. While doing so you will be also producing a neater and more linear grout line.

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Victorian Tile Restoration

You can't beat a Victorian Tiled Hallway it's such a practical and obvious choice, unfortunately however this floor at a house in Chester had been neglected over the years and covered up with carpet that had been glued to the tile. Restoring Victorian Floor Tiles To remove the dirt, paint and Read more...

Limestone Tiled Floor Maintenance

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Quarry Tiled Floor in a Public House Cleaned and Sealed

Great set of photographs here for a client in Boston this time in an old Public House. The floors were made up of stone and quarry tiles and looked to be over 100 years old, there was no evidence of a sealer being applied and they were in need of a good clean. Cleaning Quarry Tile Flooring To Read more...

Using a Grout Float on Uneven Tile

Using a grout float on uneven tile is done using the same method as using one on regular tiles. The difference is that you may have to grout over the tiles a few times and get your hands dirty. What this means is that you may have to use your fingers to get in between some of the tiles. It takes a little while longer than grouting tiles that are even but the outcome is just as beautiful.

What You'll Need

• Grout Float
• Grout
• Wet Cloth

Step 1 – Apply Grout

Mix your grout as you normally would, following the manufacturer’s instruction. Place a good amount of the grout on the tile where you will start. Use your grout float to spread the grout in between all of the tiles in the area you are working. This is where it may get a little messy for you. You will use your fingers to push the grout in between the tiles. This will help to pack it in tight where the grout float cannot reach. 

Step 2 – Clean Off Excess Grout

Continue to apply the grout in the same manner as listed above until all tiles and the cracks between them have been thoroughly grouted. Let your grout dry as per package instructions. Then, use your cloth or sponge to clear all the extra grout away from the tiles.

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Limestone Floor Maintenance in Little Chalfont

This Limestone tiled floor with Slate Inlays was installed in a house in Little Chalfont, Buckinghamshire; the previous sealer had failed and was no longer offering any protection allowing dirt to become ingrained in the stone and become dull from soiling. Cleaning and Polishing Limestone Tiles Read more...

Restoring Victorian Quarry Tiled Floor

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Original Victorian Encaustic Tiled Floor Restored

I had an inquiry from a client in Fulham, who was representing the residents of an old building. The building had recently undergone redecoration and in the hallway, they had removed a thirty year old carpet to discover an original encaustic tiled floor underneath which turned out to be 102 Read more...

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Renovating Badly Worn Quarry Tiles in Northamptonshire

Here's an interesting work I recently completed on a red Quarry tiled floor at a house in the town of Abington, Northampton. In post-war Britain (more specifically in the 1940s and 1950s), many new homes were built with Quarry tiled hallways and kitchens, so quite a popular feature back then. These floors are typically quite hard wearing and therefore ideal for such high traffic areas; additionally they don’t need a great deal of maintenance but their appearance will degrade over time.


In this particular house, the Quarry tiled floor had been covered with linoleum for many years, causing significant patches of visible black mould. The floor also had a loose tile (which I promptly reset to mitigate the potential tripping hazard) and splashes of paint due to a lack of precaution while the house was being renovated. Needless to say, the floor needed a lot of work.

Cleaning a Red Quarry Tiled Floor

Before beginning the cleaning I made sure to vacuum up all of the loose debris from the floor. I then applied Tile Doctor Remove & Go to the tiles, left it to dwell for a short period, and then agitated the area with a black stripping pad, adding water to aid the process. This helped to break down any old and ineffectual sealer, along with the paint splashes marking the tiles, leaving a much cleaner and more refined appearance.


I followed this up with Tile Doctor Grout Clean-Up to eliminate the odd speck of cement and grout haze dating back to when the floor was first installed; Gout Clean-up has an acid base so it’s not advised to leave it on the tiles for too long, consequently as soon as I was happy it had done the job I rinsed it off with water and give the floor a thorough wash down. I used a wet-vacuum machine to extract as much water as possible and gave the floor a once over with steam cleaner which improves the evaporation of any remaining moisture by heating up the tiles.

Sealing a Red Quarry Tiled Floor

After completing the cleaning process, I left the house to allow time for the floor to dry completely. Upon my return, I conducted a damp test which showed the floor needed to dry further before sealing so I left an industrial fan in place for a couple of hours to help speed things up. Once I was satisfied that the floor was dry enough to take the sealant, I sealed the floor using Tile Doctor Colour Grow which is an interesting product that will not only provide durable stain protection but also improves the natural colours of the tile.


While the floor required a lot of time and work to restore, I think you will agree the results were certainly worth waiting for.



Source: Quarry Tile Cleaning and Sealing Service in Northamptonshire

Removing Linseed Oil from Terracotta

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Cleaning Victorian Tiles at Grand Residence in Cambridge

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Cleaning and Sealing Quarry Tiled Floor

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Limestone Tile Stain Removal

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Restoring Mexican Terracotta Tiles

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Red Quarry Tiled Floor Restored in Abington

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Antalya Limestone Tile Restoration

I don't mind a few stairs but these Antalya Limestone tiles were installed in a flat at the top of a three storey residential block in Reading with no lift. The sealer had worn down over time which was making the floor hard to clean and always looking dirty. Cleaning a Limestone Tiled Floor To Read more...

Old Quarry Tiled Floor Renovated in Northamptonshire

Here's an interesting work I recently completed on a red Quarry tiled floor at a house in the town of Abington, Northampton. In post-war Britain (more specifically in the 1940s and 1950s), many new homes were built with Quarry tiled hallways and kitchens, so quite a popular feature back then. Read more...

Filling Holes in Victorian Tile

The pictures below were taken in the entrance hall of a residence in the market town of Thame in Oxfordshire where the Victorian Floor Tiles although in good condition had become dull, you will see there is also a photograph of part of the tiles where holes had been drilled in the floor (don't Read more...

Victorian Effect Marble Tiled Floor Restored in Streatley

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Cleaning and Sealing Old Terracotta Tiled Kitchen Floor

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Restoration of Limestone Floor in a Kitchen

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Removing Carpet Glue from Victorian Floor Tiles

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Remove Grout Sealer Stains

Grout is usually sealed using grout sealer so it won’t get stained or discolored, but sometimes the stain can seep into the tiles and get into places where it’s not supposed to be. If this happens, it’s hard to get it off. The stains will look either tacky or sticky, depending on if it is a fresh or old stain. Here is a method for getting off the old grout sealer that has stained the tiles.

What You'll Need

• Sealer
• Paintbrush (foam works best)
• Lint-free cloth
• Tile cleaner
• Sealant stripper
• Mask (if desired)

Step 1 – Put New Grout Sealer on Tile

Spread grout sealer onto the tiles. Grout sealer will blend into itself, so let it seep into the old grout sealer for about 60 minutes and then clean the tile off. Sealant has an unpleasant smell, so make sure the area is well ventilated. Wear a mask to protect yourself if desired.

Step 2 – Clean the Tiles

The tiles must be cleaned to get rid of any remaining grout sealer. After you have cleaned the tiles off, let them dry.

Step 3 – Put on Sealant Stripper

Spread the sealant stripper onto the tiles. Being careful to keep it off the grout joints or it will cause all the sealant to come off and you will have to seal the grout again.

Step 4 – Clean the Tiles

Rinse off the tiles using tepid water and clean them with the lint-free cloth. Make sure to get off any of the remaining stripper and grout sealer. Let the tiles dry and your job is complete.

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Heavily Worn Terracotta Tiled Conservatory Restored in Garstang

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Quarry Tiles in a Kitchen Restored

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Stained Terracotta Tiled Conservatory Renovated in Lancashire

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Restoring Varnished Quarry Tiles

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Removing Bitumen from Victorian Tiles

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Limestone Tiles Polished in Burton Upon Trent

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Terracotta Floor Restoration

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New Ruined Limestone floor restored

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Quarry Tile Restoration

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Refreshing and Original Victorial Tiled Floor

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Removing efflorescence from old Quarry Tiles

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Restoring a Limestone Tiled Floor in South Buckinghamshire

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Restoring Terracotta Floor in Boston

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Restoring Victorian Tiles in Yorkshire

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Slate Tiled Floor in Marylebone, London

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Cleaning Kitchen Quarry Tiles

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Polishing Limestone in Surrey

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Terracotta Floor Tiles in Brixton

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Terracotta Floor Restoration

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