Flooring Tile - Grout sealer dulled tile floor

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franny
06-02-02, 04:32 PM
We just installed a ceramice tile floor. Afterwards we used a grout sealer all over the floor called "SurfaceGard Penetrating
Sealer" by Tile Lab which was reccommended when we purchased the tile and grout from Home Depot. It has dulled the floor and taken away the shine of the new ceramic tile. I have mopped several times with clear water and new mop. What can I do to make it shiny again?? I would appreciate any suggestions!
Thanks,
Franny

twelvepole
06-02-02, 04:54 PM
Glazed ceramic tile does not require sealing. Sealant removal from tile can be difficult. Contact the Tile Lab customer service department for recommendations.
otter_
06-02-02, 04:58 PM
doesn't belong on tile. If you look on your bottle of the sealer, the mfg should offer an abrasive poultice product to help remove it from the tile surface. You can also try using an abrasive nylon pad such as Scotchbrite.

Next time you use the stuff, wipe it off the tiles immediately to avoid much elbow grease afterwards.