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Use and maintenance. (2) TYPE OF DIRT SOLUTION RECOMMENDED DETERGENTS
Final testing of the tiled surface FABER FILA
Final testing must be performed by the end customer, at the presence of the fitter and project engineer. It consists of a visual check (with glasses, if these are worn) of the charcoal, cement Deterdek
Deterdek
calcium efflorescence
surface, at a distance of 1 metre. An “effect” that is only visible using close-to-ground light and very close to the floor, also using a magnifying glass, cannot be considered as a chalk, mortar Deterdek
“defect”. An “effect” becomes a “defect” only when clearly visible under the conditions stated above. Durability of a tile surfaces strictly relates to the manner it which it is taken cement-based grout Cement Remover Deterdek
care of; the end customer has an important role in keeping the tile surface in good condition, both aesthetically and technically, over time. Inorganic stains metallic residues Acid* / Tile Cleaner Deterdek
Some precautions, which also depend on common sense as well as on knowledge of the materials installed, must be observed. wall paint Deterdek
coloured grout Deterdek
Routine cleaning rust, metal marks Deterdek or Fila No Rust
If the cleaning rules covered thus far were followed after the installation, routine maintenance, i.e. everyday cleaning to remove dirt from traffic and general use of the tiled
surface, is not a problem. TYPE OF DIRT SOLUTION RECOMMENDED DETERGENTS
CORRECT CLEANING is performed using a cloth or sponge moistened in a diluted solution of common neutral detergent for tiles, following the instructions for use and dilution FABER FILA
provided by the manufacturer of the product. coffee Fila PS 87
When the surface has a different appearance from the original one, features shiny patches or retains dirt in an anomalous manner, “degrease” using an alkaline detergent and linseed oil Fila PS 87
then rinse thoroughly. tire marks Fila PS 87
In particular conditions of use (relating to the type of detergent used and/or on staining agents that commonly come into contact with ceramic materials) and environmental Coca Cola Fila PS 87 or Fila SR95
conditions (material installed outdoors), instead of degreasing, it is preferably to perform “descaling” with an acid detergent followed by thorough rinsing. ketchup Coloured Stain Remover / No Oil / Fila PS 87 or Fila SR95
Organic stains hair dye Alkaline Wax Remover / Polishing Cream Fila PS 87 or Fila SR95
urine and vomit Fila PS 87
Ceramiche Marca Corona recommends:
ice cream Fila PS 87
animal fat, vegetable fat Fila PS 87
Daily: mustard, mayonnaise Fila PS 87
• Remove dust with special brooms, woollen cloths or a vacuum cleaner. epoxy-based grout Epoxy Residue Remover Fila CR 10
• Wash with FILACLEANER (low-residue neutral detergent) diluted in a 1:200 solution (a coffee cup of product in 5 litres of water) and use a cloth to be rinsed often in the
solution. TYPE OF DIRT SOLUTION RECOMMENDED DETERGENTS
FABER FILA
WARNING bitumen, pitch Solvent Stripper Fila Solv o Fila Zero Sil
Irrespective of the washing method adopted, if the surfaces features cloth marks, wash with clean water, rinse often, wring the cloth thoroughly between one rinse and the wax Wax Remover Fila Solv o Fila Zero Sil
other. Never use too much detergent in water, unless the floor is very dirty and must be rinsed after washing. ink, felt-tip pens Colored Stain Remover / Fila PS 87 o Fila SR 95
Synthetic stains Solvent Epoxy Residue Remover
Periodically: silicone or mechanical oil Oil & Grease Remover Fila PS 87
Degrease using FILA PS/87 diluted in water (preferably warm as this increases its effectiveness) in a 1:20 solution. If descaling is necessary, use FILA DETERDEK diluted in residues of adhesive tape Solvent Stripper Fila Solv o Fila Zero Sil
water (preferably warm as this increases its effectiveness) in a 1:20 solution, followed by thorough rinsing. resins and glazes, graffiti Graffiti Remover / Epoxy Residue Remover Fila No Paint Star
TYPE OF DIRT SOLUTION RECOMMENDED DETERGENTS
WARNING
If the surfaces are not perfectly clean, repeat degreasing and/or discaling using a more concentrated solution. FABER FILA
The person in charge of these operations must always perform a preliminary test on a small area of material. suction cup marks Alkaline Cleaner Fila PS 87 o Fila CR10
For large surfaces, preferably use a washer-dryer machine and a neutral detergent, such as FILACLEANER in a solution ranging from 1:100 to 1:200, as requested. Residual stains Detergent Deterdek + Fila Solv
protective wax Wax Remover Fila Zero Sil
Cleaning methods * Important: acid products can corrode marble, granite, natural stone and metal. Therefore, never use these products on decorations or inserts that features these materials.
During cleaning, it is advisable to reduce the use of strongly abrasive cleaning methods to an absolute minimum, especially on tiles with a smooth texture (glossy and/or satin STRICTLY FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ON THE PRODUCT’S LABEL.
finish), as they can be more vulnerable to scratches and loss of brilliance.
FABER CHIMICA FILA INDUSTRIE CHIMICHE S.p.A.
Protection against abrasive dirt 60044 Fabriano (AN) Loc. Campo d’Olmo, via G. Ceresani 10, Tel. +39 (0732) 627178 35018 San Martino di Lupari (PD), via Garibaldi 32,
Some types of dirt (sand, etc.) increase the abrasive effect of pedestrian traffic on the surface; therefore, it is recommended to keep the floor as clean as possible in order to e-mail: info@faberchimica.it, www.faberchimica.it Tel. +39 (049) 9467300
prevent the build-up of this kind of dirt taken if from outside. It is recommend to use doormats designed to retain dirt and damp (fixed or mobile doormats depending on the e-mail: fila@filachim.it, www.filachim.com
destination of use of the area) and to position them to so as to cover the entire length of the entrance
Extra-duty maintenance
In the event of dirt resistant to routine cleaning, use a suitable detergent for the particular kind of dirt.
Specific information:
Avoid using abrasive products on decorations and special inserts as they could damage the surfaces.
After grouting coloured and/or anodised aluminium profiles, remove any residues immediately using a sponge and a mild detergent to prevent the grout hardening.

(1) Reference standards:
• UNI EN 14411 - 150 13006
• UNI EN ISO 10545 - 2
• UNI 11493 - 1

(2) WARNING
The recommendations provided above are the result of laboratory research and years of experience.
However, the cleanability of a material can vary considerably depending on the installation methods, the conditions of use, type of surface and environment.
Generally speaking, the greater the anti-slip features of a tile increase, the more difficult the cleaning will be.
The operator in charge of cleaning and maintenance must always carry out a check on a small section of the surface (possibly on a tile that has not been installed) prior to any
type of cleaning and/or maintenance operation. In case of particularly difficult conditions of use, incorrect installation and/or wrong cleaning, Ceramiche Marca Corona will not
be liable for the effectiveness of cleaning and maintenance procedures. It is understood that Ceramiche Marca Corona will not be liable for any events, damages and/or faults
on the surface caused by incorrect installation, neglectful cleaning and maintenance and/or inadequate selection of the installed materials for the intended use.
For any information, please visit the www.marcacorona.it website.