Practical Guide: How to Clean Single-Fired and Double-Fired Ceramic Floors

Routine cleaning of ceramic single-fired and double-fired floors is essential to keep surfaces clean, bright, and uniform over time. These materials, widely used in residential and commercial settings, are durable and easy to maintain. However, daily use can gradually reduce their shine due to the formation of surface water marks and limescale films.

Since ceramic is a non-absorbent material, the mineral salts contained in household water remain on the surface. As a result, especially in areas with hard water, floors may appear dull even immediately after washing. For this reason, it is important to adopt a specific routine cleaning system capable of cleaning effectively without damaging the glaze.

This practical guide explains when to intervene and, above all, how to properly clean single-fired and double-fired ceramic floors and wall coverings, avoiding common mistakes and maintaining results over time.

When to Perform Routine Cleaning

Routine cleaning is recommended:

• for daily or frequent floor cleaning
• when light water marks or dull areas appear
• especially in environments with hard water
• to keep grout joints clean over time

Type of treatment: continuous and repeatable.

Where It Can Be Applied

This cleaning system is suitable for:

• single-fired ceramic floors
• double-fired ceramic floors
• glazed ceramic wall coverings
• indoor surfaces subject to frequent washing

When to Perform Cleaning

Routine cleaning is recommended:

• for daily or frequent floor cleaning
• when light water marks and dull areas appear
• in environments with particularly hard water
• to keep grout joints clean over time

Frequency: continuous / daily.

Recommended Product for Routine Cleaning

GRES BRILL®

GRES BRILL® is a concentrated cleaner specifically designed for the routine cleaning of single-fired and double-fired ceramic floors, formulated to remove everyday dirt and prevent the formation of limescale films.

In particular, GRES BRILL®:

• is used at very low concentrations
• is ideal for the routine cleaning of glazed ceramic surfaces
• is recommended where hard water is present
• dries quickly without the need for rinsing
• preserves the original shine and colour of surfaces
• helps keep grout joints clean
• can be used manually or with domestic scrubber dryers
• contains no strong acids (such as hydrochloric or phosphoric acid)

How to Routinely Clean Single-Fired and Double-Fired Ceramic Floors

Product: GRES BRILL® (diluted)

Application Method

• dilute GRES BRILL® in water according to the instructions on the label
• apply the solution using a microfibre cloth, mop, or scrubber dryer
• spread evenly across the surface
• allow to dry without rinsing

This method effectively removes everyday dirt, leaving the surface brighter and easier to maintain over time.

Frequency of Use

• daily or as often as required based on surface usage

Important

However, do not use GRES BRILL® on:

• slate
• limestone surfaces
• marble
• polished terrazzo floors

Marbec Technician’s Advice

If single-fired or double-fired ceramic floors remain heavily marked by water stains or appear dull even after routine cleaning, this indicates the presence of a persistent surface film. In these cases, before continuing with routine maintenance, it is advisable to carry out an intensive cleaning treatment using DELICACID® and a RED BUFFER PAD.
Afterwards, routine cleaning with GRES BRILL® will help maintain the result over time and reduce the need for more aggressive restoration treatments.