Use and Care Manual

surface of the tile with clean, dry absorbent rags within two to three minutes of
application. You may want to apply a second coat after 24 hours. NOTE: If you apply
too much penetrating sealer on the tile surface, it might turn milky white. It can be
removed by using Soft Scrub full strength with a nylon scrub pad.
INITIAL MAINTENANCE JUST AFTER INSTALLATION
Normally, the ceramic tile surface should be left completely free of grout haze when the
job is completed. If such haze remains, it can best be removed using a solution of
Hillyard's Devastator (1:1) and cold water, which should be allowed to stand for 5-8
minutes. Always pre-test in an inconspicuous area for effects on the tile surface as well
as the grout. Using the Devastator solution and a single brush floor machine equipped
with a strata grit brush scrub in both directions and flood rinse to remove the scrubbing
solution. Then scrub again, using a solution of Hillyard's Nutra Rinse mixed 1:32 with
cold water. Rinse and allow to dry overnight.
COMMERCIAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF METROPOLITAN
CERAMICS' TILE FOR RESTAURANT/CAFETERIA SERVICE AND DINING AREAS
The secret to a successful tile maintenance program is to begin with a clean surface. It
should be the responsibility of the tile installer to thoroughly clean and remove all the
grout residue and the dulling file inherent in the installation process. After initial cleanup,
a period should be allowed to permit proper curing 28 days for maximum grout
hardness.
Prior to this period, it is recommended that the installer mop the floor with a temporary
coating solution of a neutral chemical cleaner (such as Hillyard's Super ShineAll), in a
ratio of one part cleaner to one part water. Neutral chemical cleaners, such as Super
ShineAll, both clean and enhance the natural soiling resisting character of
QUARRYBASICS® OR SOMERSET™ tile.
Equipment Needed:
Broom, Dust Pan, Clean Synthetic * Mop and Mop Handle, Wet Floor Signs, Clean Mop
Bucket and Wringer, Hillyard Assurance® (all-purpose cleaner), Swivel Scrub Brush,
Wood Handle for Scrub Brush, Utility Bucket, Water Wand and Handle.
For the QUARRYBASICS XA Abrasive Series the use of a nylon/poly looped end mop
(such as Wilen's Rough Rider, phone [phone]
www.continentalcommercialproducts.com or Ha-Ste Manufacturing Inc.'s RuFFloor
Looped End Wet Mops, phone [phone] www.hastemops.com for closest dealer)
is suggested.
Daily Cleaning:
1. Sweep entire area of floor to be cleaned with a broom. Use dust pan to pick up dirt
and debris.
2. Fill clean mop bucket with 4 gallons of clean, hot water and add eight ounces of
Hillyard Assurance® all-purpose cleaner to the mop bucket. (To remove grease and
stubborn stains on commercial kitchen floors, scrub floor with deck brush or use a mop