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On Sat, 11 Nov 2006 11:25:09 GMT, Mike
<diespammersdie@kiwifanboyssuck.com> wrote:
>I've finally got around to cleaning my 1930s floor tiles in my
>hallway, not sure what they are made from but they are an original
>feature and are porous.
>
>They look great, the ground in dirt and paint flecks have gone the
>colours are restored and I'm pleased with the result.
>
>Is there anything I should do such as sealing them to help keep them
>clean? Any products I could use?
>
>There may be a little damp coming through the floor. Even after heavy
>rain there are no visible damp patches however when I removed the old
>carpet there was a touch of damp underneath. I know there is not a damp
>proof course under the floor however any damp rising through was only
>slight. Since removing the carpet I've had considerable building work
>done and the floor no longer meets any external walls so there will be
>less, if any, damp now.
>
>Mike
After a thorough cleaning with ammonia the rinse water should not be
too dirty. Dry well. Put down a high-quality floor wax. The next
day apply another coat of wax. Sometimes a third coat may be applied.
That should protect your floor for some months, depending on traffic,
pets, etc.
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