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Burrous Brothers Company Cleaning · Since 1976

Stone, Tile & Grout

Deep cleaning and sealing for the surfaces that take the most abuse.

From marble countertops to Saltillo floors and ceramic tile, our truck-mounted equipment cleans into the pores, and our sealers keep it that way.

How we clean stone, tile, and grout

Proper care and maintenance of stone, tile, and grout increases the longevity and beauty of these surfaces. Our powerful truck-mounted hot water extraction equipment gets deep into the crevices and pores. No mop-and-bucket method can match it.

We use only the finest, safest, and most effective cleaning products available. Your stone, tile, and grout will come out cleaner and more sanitary than with any other method.

Freshly cleaned tile floor in a Marin County home

Surfaces we clean and seal

Natural stone

  • · Marble
  • · Limestone
  • · Travertine
  • · Sandstone
  • · Slate
  • · Granite

Tile & cementitious

  • · Ceramic and porcelain tile
  • · Grouted joints
  • · Terra cotta
  • · Saltillo
  • · Concrete
  • · Stucco

Sealing and protection

Most stone, all grout lines, and many clay/cementitious materials are very porous. They’ll stain easily without a protective sealer. We test sealers and application procedures ourselves, so the protection you receive is the best available for the surface you have.

Sealers should be applied shortly after installation and reapplied every time we professionally clean the surface. Typically, that means cleaning and resealing every two to three years.

Care guide

How to take care of your stone, tile, and grout

Maintenance cleaning

Use a neutral pH cleaner formulated for the surface. Products like StoneTech Professional™ All Purpose Stone & Tile Cleaner gently lift everyday soil without damaging your sealer.

Strong high-pH cleaners and household disinfectants can strip sealers. Avoid general-purpose cleaners, vinegar, bleach, ammonia, and any abrasives on natural stone.

Spill management

Wipe up spills promptly. Oils are particularly damaging, so be quick with cooking oils in the kitchen and cosmetics in the bathroom.

Acidic foods and drinks can etch or dull stone surfaces and degrade sealers. Take special care with citrus, alcohol, perfume, toothpaste, and mouthwash.

Daily protection

Sweep, dust, or vacuum floors regularly. Dry sandy soil can scratch surfaces over time. Place small rugs or mats at entryways to trap grit before it reaches your stone or tile.

Most homes benefit from a professional cleaning and reseal every two to three years. For more on caring for natural stone, see the Natural Stone Institute’s guidance.

In their words

What clients say about our stone work

“The kitchen counters look better, far better, and more beautiful than when they were first installed five years ago.”
Richard L. Mani, MD Belvedere
“You transformed my kitchen tile, it looks brand new now. Thank you for the excellent job.”
Mrs. E. Gleason Tiburon
“My marble entry cleaned up much better than I thought it would, it looks like new again. You did a great job!”
C. Miskel Sausalito

Bring your stone and tile back to life

Call or text us for a free, no-pressure estimate. We’ll give you an honest assessment of what your space needs, and what it doesn’t, at an upfront price, with no surprises.