John,

It's porcelain, so this can be a viable solution, with proper care.

Blain Haeg
512.257.3070 office
512.750.1242 mobile
www.GoldStandardFloorCare.com

On May 17, 2016 2:27 PM, "John Freitag" <jfreitag@thestoneandtileschool.com> wrote:

Guys ,

 

Stay away from the muriatic acids, you can purchase Iron out from the grocery store or the big box stores. This product is made to remove rust, yes it is an acid but it’s not muriatic acid.

Dr. Fred taught me many years ago to stay away from Muriatic  Acid around stone. you can damage it very easy.

 

 

John E Freitag

 

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The Stone & Tile School

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From: list-manager@stoneandtilepros.simplelists.com [mailto:list-manager@stoneandtilepros.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Blain Haeg
Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 9:55 AM
To: sccpartners@stoneandtilepros.simplelists.com
Subject: Re: Porcelain Tile & Grout - Consumer Question

 

Doug,

Consumer grade acids, such as muriatic that can be purchased at a pool supply store, can resolve most rust stains. Simply pour a small amount on the rust, allow it to dwell for just a moment, & then scrub with a stiff brush. Be sure to rinse the acid with a neutral cleaning product, as the acid will continue to abrade the grout if not removed thoroughly.

Note that some porcelains can be delicate and may be etched or damaged by the acid, so test in an inconspicuous place first. It can also be a good idea to water down the acid, first.

A less toxic option that works well on the tiles, but no so well on the grout, is a pumice stick such as this: http://www.walmart.com/ip/United-States-Pumice-HDW-12-Heavy-Duty-Scouring-Stick/23098372


Blain Haeg
Gold Standard Floor Care
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On Mon, May 16, 2016 at 7:17 AM, Doug Smith <doug@stoneandtilepros.com> wrote:

Good Morning All,

 

I have a consumer that wants to know best way to remove rust stains from Porcelain tile as well as grout.

Your help is much appreciated.

Thanks,

 

Doug

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Stone and Tile PROS

 
  

 
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