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    Porcelain Care & Maintenance Guide

    A practical starting point for porcelain care and maintenance. Follow the exact product’s instructions for cleaning, finishes and installation residue.

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    Start with the right instructions

    Keep the manufacturer’s care guidance for the exact material and finish. Porcelain surfaces, decorative treatments, grout and adjacent materials can have different cleaning requirements. A product labeled for one surface is not automatically appropriate for the entire installation.

    Establish a simple routine

    Remove loose dirt before washing. For routine care, follow the manufacturer’s recommended method and detergent guidance. Lea Ceramiche’s care documents, for example, distinguish ordinary cleaning from post-installation cleaning and identify finish-specific considerations.

    Test a proposed cleaner in an inconspicuous area and follow its dilution and rinsing instructions. Avoid assuming that stronger chemicals, additional coatings or abrasive tools will improve the result.

    Plan the first clean

    Post-installation residue should be addressed with the appropriate method for the material, grout and other products used. Ask the installer to provide the cleaning instructions and confirm when the installation is ready for that process. Unresolved residue can make routine care less effective.

    Care for the complete installation

    Edges, joints, sealants and adjoining finishes are part of the finished space. Inspect them as recommended by the relevant manufacturers and address damage or failed joints through a qualified professional.

    Find the product-specific guidance

    Use our manufacturer resource library to locate the current documentation. If you are unsure which product or finish is installed, identify it before selecting a treatment.

    Contact our team with the material reference and your care question.

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