Pool Tile Cleaning

There are several ways of cleaning your pool tile however not all of them are safe for your tiles. If you have glass tile you want to be extra careful. The biggest mistake is using the pool store recommended pumice stone.

For starters it will cause lots of micro scratches and etching. It will look fine once you raise the water back up however the next time the calcium comes back it will root itself to the tile that much more aggressively because of the micro scratches.

Another method is doing an acid wash with muriatic acid. This method can be very dangerous because you are working with a corrosive chemical and the smell is also harmful if inhaled directly. This method still requires knowledge of the chemical as well as safety gear and lots of scrubbing still. However, for a safer and more effective alternative, you can try mixing a mild detergent with a gallon of water in a large bucket and mop the swimming pool tiles. This solution, along with carefully applied bleach, will help to remove dirt, grime, and calcium build-up from your swimming pool tiles without the risks associated with using harsh chemicals.

Glass bead blasting is a decent alternative as well but only for ceramic tile or stone cleaning. This method requires precision and knowledge of pressure regulation. If not done properly it will lead to burning the color off tile which is irreversible damage.

Other people have been known to claim that glass bead can clean your glass tile, but this method can actually cause damage to the tile. It is important to avoid using harsh chemicals when cleaning your tile, as they can weaken and damage the grout. Instead, consider using alternative methods such as soda blasting, which can effectively clean tile, glass tile, stone, and brick without causing any damage. Soda blasting is a safe and effective option for removing light build-ups, but for more stubborn or long-standing stains, a stronger solution such as abrasive cleaners may be required. Another advantage of soda blasting is the ability to reclaim the spent media to be used again in the blast pot, saving the contractor money.

Pool tile cleaning is billed by the linear foot. However, there are times that I have to charge by the square foot.  This is for pools with excessive buildup and by no means is this the norm. Spillways and infinity walls are not part of a normal tile cleaning and will be quoted in addition to normal charge. Call today for an estimate.