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Home / Cleaning Guides / Floor & Carpet / Floors / How to Remove Stains from a Terra-Cotta Floor

How to Remove Stains from a Terra-Cotta Floor

Table of Contents:
  1. You Will Need
  2. Steps to Remove the Stain
  3. Additional Tips and Advice

Phyllis asked: I spilled vinyl cleaner on my 16-year old terracotta floor, and it is filmy and discolored. What can I do to remove the stain?

Most stains on porous surfaces like terracotta can be removed with a simple poultice. Although you can sometimes make your own, there are other times when a commercially prepared formula is just right for the job. For proven results on oily or filmy stains, give this method a try.

You Will Need:

  • AQUA MIX Poultice Stain Remover
  • Water
  • Plastic wrap
  • Plastic putty knife
  • Masking tape
  • Toothpick
  • Bucket or bowl

Steps to Remove the Stain:

  1. Mix stain remover powder with water to create a thick paste. Read the directions for specifics related to your stain, including thickness and quantity of paste.
  2. Apply a layer of poultice about ¼” thick over the stain. Make sure you apply the poultice at least 1” beyond the edges of the stain.
  3. Cover the poultice with plastic wrap.
  4. Poke a few very small holes in the plastic wrap with a toothpick.
  5. Tape the edges of the plastic wrap down. This keeps the poultice moist.
  6. Wait 24-48 hours. During this time, the poultice will absorb the stain out of the floor. The poultice will also begin to dry.
  7. Remove plastic wrap.
  8. Use a plastic putty knife to break the dry poultice loose.
  9. Rinse any remaining traces of poultice off with clean water.
  10. Repeat if necessary.

Additional Tips and Advice

  • Always read the label before using a new product.
  • Terra-cotta may appear dark after the poultice is removed. This is a normal result of absorbing moisture. It should fade in 2-4 days as the terra-cotta dries.

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