Shelley Gardea This cool chair was made and designed by the Jeremiah Miller. It's one of a kind.

jane It is beautiful. Thanks.

Shelley Gardea Hi Sonya,
Here is the rundown on caring for Saltillo Tiles:

For Cleaning:
Before you clean your Saltillo tile, test it for its absorption rate. Place a couple of water drops on the surface and see how quickly they are absorbed. If the drops are absorbed in two seconds or fewer, the tile is very porous. If it takes one to three minutes, the absorption rate is low. Saltillo tiles vary in their absorption rates depending on how they were sealed.

If your tile is extremely absorbent, it probably has not been sealed. Use a residue remover followed by a commercial Saltillo tile cleaning product. If your Saltillo has a low absorption rate, it most likely has been sealed. Strip the floors using a commercial stripping solution before cleaning. Remove stains using a combination of diluted ammonia and lots of scrubbing. Rinse the floor often, and wipe up any standing water to avoid absorption.

After completely cleaning your floors, seal them with a commercial sealant. Aldon Chemicals makes products specifically for Saltillo tile, or contact a professional in your area for products.

For Maintenance:
The best way to avoid the laborious chore of cleaning Saltillo tile is careful maintenance. Wipe up spills and dirt right away to prevent stains and watermarks. For regular cleaning, use a slightly damp mop and the mildest cleaner you can find. Almost all manufacturers make a gentle formula. Method, Nature's Source and Green Clean are all good choices. Regardless of the brand you choose, do not use harsh chemicals on your Saltillo tile. Reapply sealant often to keep your floors looking their best.

Here is another link that may have a bit more information for you.
http://www.ehow.com/how_5562722_care-saltillo-tile.html

Hope this helps.
Shelley

sonyabeyer Thank you so very much..