Saltillo is handmade Mexican clay tile, fired at low temperatures and left unglazed, so it is one of the most absorbent floors in a Valley home. That is behind every problem on this list.
Saltillo restoration is mostly about getting the old coatings off and putting the right protection on. Your free in-home estimate tells you which steps your floor needs.
Saltillo patios and covered outdoor floors follow the same sequence with outdoor products.
Sealed Saltillo is easy to live with. Unsealed Saltillo is not. These habits protect the finish.
From dingy and worn to polished and pristine, our deep cleaning brings natural stone back. On travertine, marble, granite, or limestone, we gently lift years of residue and discoloration to reveal the original texture and vibrancy beneath.
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Marble, travertine, granite, limestone and more. We restore and protect every type of natural stone with expert precision.
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How do you clean Saltillo tile without damaging it?
Does Saltillo tile need to be sealed after cleaning?
Can you restore faded or damaged Saltillo tiles?
Why is the sealer on my Saltillo floor peeling and flaking?
Old topical coatings lift in sheets or flake at the edges once they fail, especially in kitchens and entries, and every mopping makes the floor look worse. The fix is stripping the failed coating off the tile and out of the grout lines, deep cleaning the clay, and sealing it again properly.
Can you strip old wax and sealer off Saltillo tile?
Yes. Sealer stripping takes old wax and topical sealers off the tile and out of the wide, sandy grout joints so the surface can be cleaned and resealed. Getting the old coatings off is most of what Saltillo restoration is.
Do you repair chipped Saltillo tiles and worn grout?
Yes. Soft clay chips at doorways and under furniture, and the wide grout joints wear down under harsh cleaners. Chips, worn edges, and failed grout joints are repaired before the new sealer goes on, so the finish is even across the floor.
Can you seal Saltillo without making it shiny?
Yes. A natural-look sealer keeps the matte, rustic finish most people bought Saltillo for. If you prefer a richer color and a slight sheen, an enhanced-look sealer does that instead.
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