Practical Guide: How to Remove Stains from Porcelain Tiles

Understanding how to remove stains from porcelain tile floors is essential when the surface shows dull marks, stubborn stains or surface films that make the floor look uneven and difficult to clean, even after repeated washing. By following this procedure, you will know exactly how to remove stains from porcelain tiles and restore the surface to its original appearance.

In many cases, the issue is not caused by the porcelain tiles themselves but by external contaminants such as grease, detergent residues, limescale deposits and technical surface films that remain bonded to the floor.

This guide explains when to intervene and how to carry out a deep stain-removal cleaning treatment correctly, step by step, using POWER DET® and Blue Pads.

This system helps remove surface films, dull areas and stubborn stains, restoring the original appearance of porcelain tiles and making future maintenance easier.

When to Perform a Deep Stain-Removal Cleaning

A deep cleaning treatment is recommended when:

• the porcelain tiles appear dull or streaky
• there are persistent stains on the surface
• the floor still looks dirty after routine cleaning
• surface films caused by unsuitable cleaning products are visible
• the porcelain tiles have lost their uniform appearance, with darker or duller areas

Frequency: one-time treatment (can be repeated if necessary)

How to Remove Stains from Porcelain Tiles

Product: POWER DET®

POWER DET® can be used on all porcelain tile floors, regardless of the finish: matte, polished, semi-polished, textured and anti-slip.

• protect any surfaces that should not come into contact with the product
• wear protective gloves
• apply POWER DET® to the surface (undiluted or diluted depending on the level of dirt)
• work on 4–5 m² at a time
• leave the product to act for at least 10 minutes without allowing it to dry
• scrub using blue pads for manual cleaning or blue discs when using a single-disc floor machine
• remove residues and dirt with a microfibre cloth or wet vacuum
• rinse thoroughly 2–3 times with clean water
• repeat the process if necessary

Recommended Dilution

Heavy Contamination or Very Stubborn Dirt

➡️ use POWER DET® undiluted

Streaks and Surface Films Caused by Improper Maintenance

➡️ dilute 1 part product with 1–2 parts water.

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After Cleaning

To maintain the results for longer and simplify routine maintenance, once the surface is completely dry you can apply ANTISPORCO, an invisible stain-resistant protector that reduces dirt adhesion and makes future cleaning easier.

Professional Tip

A deep cleaning treatment carried out correctly with POWER DET® removes surface films and invisible contaminants that often cause persistent streaks. Thorough rinsing is essential to achieve a uniform and long-lasting result.

The real secret to keeping porcelain tiles looking their best is routine maintenance using dedicated cleaners such as GRES LINDO® or GRES BRILL®. When used together with ANTISPORCO, they help prevent new surface films and reduce the appearance of recurring stains and streaks.