[Darranvps]

Hi
We have a request to clean a very dirty tiled floor in the main entrance of a hotel - 4 star.

The dirt is ground in - no problem there we can scrub it. Recomendations for which chemical to use appreciated, as we haven't done any floor scrubbing since we operated in Bulgaria.

The housekeeper as then asked us to polish them. However I don't think this is a good idea for a good number of reasons.

Could she mean something else to be used and maybe thinks it is polish? any help/advice appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Darran

[Griffus]

First thing is to know what type of tiles you are dealing with.

The hotel should be able to give you this info.

You can then get in touch with the manufacturer and establish the best approach. It may be just a good scrub followed by a high speed buffer (burnisher).

The problem with cleaning any type of flooring isn't necessarily getting it clean, more avoiding being sued once people start slipping all over the place.

Following manufacturers guidelines will get you out of a pickle should any such claims come in. Be sure to instruct the custy of your method in writing prior to commencement and stick to doing / using what you advise.

[Paolo]

I personally would not "polish" a tiled floor,

If tiles are porous, that result would be horrific. You would never be able to scrub them properly again IMO of course.

[trevor perry]

if the tiles are porous then you can apply a tile seal this prevents dirt getting ingrained but it is not a polish, prochem aswell as many others sell the product, it is easily applied by mop and dries in under an hour.

[greencleaning]

After cleaning the area apply sealant.Before applying your sealant to ensure that your floor is completely clean when you do so. Get a dry and clean mop and begin to apply a new coating of your sealant on the floor. Allow it to stay for around 30 minutes before adding in another coating. Three layers of sealant will be sufficient enough.