Quarry
Quarry tile cleaning, stripping and sealing for Bay Area homes. Unglazed and porous, quarry tile is prone to staining and often carries old topical finishes that have yellowed; we strip those layers, deep-clean the terracotta surface and grout, and apply a penetrating sealer to protect the tile and keep it looking its authentic best across the Bay Area.
Quarry Tile Cleaning, Stripping & Sealing in the Bay Area
Quarry tile cleaning, stripping and sealing for Bay Area homes. Unglazed and porous, quarry tile is prone to staining and often carries old topical finishes that have yellowed; we strip those layers, deep-clean the terracotta surface and grout, and apply a penetrating sealer to protect the tile and keep it looking its authentic best across the Bay Area.
Proudly serving the Bay Area — including Oakland, Berkeley, San Francisco, Alameda, Fremont, Walnut Creek, San Jose, Palo Alto and surrounding communities. Call 510-327-8778 for a free, no-obligation quote.
A note on the material
Quarry tiles are unglazed, extruded clay tiles fired hard for a dense, earthy surface in warm terracotta tones. Without a glaze to protect them, they are porous and prone to staining, so cleaning, stripping of old finishes and a penetrating sealer are essential to keep them looking their authentic best.
Characteristics
- Unglazed, porous body
- Warm terracotta tones
- Often laid on the diagonal
- Requires sealing
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Tile & Grout Cleaning
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Tile & Grout Sealing
Protective tile and grout sealing for Bay Area floors — sealer matched to your material guards against stains, moisture and daily wear.
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Tile Stripping
Safe tile stripping across the Bay Area — removes old wax, sealer and build-up to expose the original tile face before re-sealing.
ViewQuarry cleaning FAQs
Why do my quarry tiles look dull and patchy?
Old acrylic or wax finishes build up and yellow over time. Stripping these layers exposes the original tile face, which we then clean and seal for a uniform finish.
Should quarry tile be sealed?
Yes — unglazed quarry tile is porous and must be sealed with a penetrating sealer to resist staining and moisture, especially in the Bay Area kitchens and entries.
“I had badly stained stone tile in my bathroom. I called Tile Cleaners. A human voice asked about my problem then asked me to send a picture. He promptly gave me a price quote, then he gave me a number of available dates — all within a week! Michael arrived on time. He was professional, careful of my property and did an amazing job! The floor looks better than it did before the damage. I am so impressed with this company.”
Donna H.
Bay Area, CA